Monthly Archives: July 2017

New Worries Emerge For The World’s Helium Supply

Posted on July 2, 2017 by admin

A recent halt in helium production in Qatar could soon trigger a shortage felt around the world. According to a report in Reuters earlier this month, Qatar shut down two helium manufacturing facilities following a blockade imposed by other Arab states due … Continue reading →

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Qatar Blockade Highlights Fragility Of Helium Supply

Posted on July 2, 2017 by admin

The ongoing political crisis involving Qatar has highlighted the fragility of the global helium supply, of which the Gulf state is a major producer. In this exclusive news analysis piece, Richard Clarke looks at the geopolitical and economic vulnerabilities of … Continue reading →

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A Quarter Of The World’s Helium Supply Was Lost In June

Posted on July 2, 2017 by admin

Qatar, the world’s second largest helium producer, has been forced to close it’s helium production plants after Saudi Arabia closed its border with Qatar, blocking overland exports of the gas. The instant 25% reduction in production of the finite gas … Continue reading →

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