- Freeport LNG has shipped its 800th liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo since beginning operations, marking a key milestone for the Texas-based facility.
- The milestone follows legal resolutions related to the 2022 explosion at the facility and highlights ongoing expansion plans with the development of Train 4.
- Freeport LNG’s operations are owned by Freeport LNG Investments, JERA, and Osaka Gas, with JERA holding a 25.7% stake.
According to Offshore Energy, Freeport LNG has achieved a major operational milestone, marking the shipment of its 800th liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo since the facility began operations. The milestone shipment was carried out by JERA, one of Freeport LNG’s key customers and stakeholders, as confirmed by the company.
Freeport LNG expressed gratitude to its teams for their hard work and dedication in reaching this accomplishment. The achievement underscores the facility’s significant role in LNG exports from the United States.
The milestone coincides with the resolution of legal disputes stemming from a 2022 explosion at the Freeport LNG facility. Hicks Thomas LLP, a Texas-based litigation firm, recently announced victories in two lawsuits totaling $1.3 billion against builders of the Freeport LNG project.
JERA’s Strategic Involvement
JERA has been instrumental in the development and operations of Freeport LNG. The firm executed a liquefaction tolling agreement with FLIQ1 Holdings for services from Train 1 and acquired a 25.7% equity interest in Freeport LNG Development (FLNG). Additionally, JERA secured pipeline transportation capacity to ensure access to U.S. natural gas markets and producers for feed gas to Train 1.
Facility Expansion and Sustainability Efforts
The Freeport LNG project began its liquefaction development in 2010, with construction commencing in late 2014. Each liquefaction train at the terminal boasts a production capacity exceeding 600 MMcf/d of LNG.
The facility is now gearing up for an expansion with the development of a fourth liquefaction train (Train 4). This addition is set to increase the facility’s total capacity to over 20 million tonnes per annum (mpta). Train 4 will also feature electric motors with variable frequency drive technology to reduce emissions, aligning with sustainability initiatives already integrated into the existing trains.
Looking Ahead
As Freeport LNG continues to expand its capacity and bolster its role in the global LNG market, the shipment of its 800th cargo signifies both operational success and a commitment to sustainable development in the energy sector.
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Source: Offshore Energy
