Santos targets Papua LNG FID by year-end despite fall in profits
Santos is targeting a final investment decision on the Papua LNG project in the fourth quarter, the Australian oil and gas producer said when reporting a drop in first-half profits following the start-up of its Barossa LNG and Pikka oil projects.
Rovuma LNG partners award $1.1bn in contracts to accelerate FID
ExxonMobil, on behalf of the Rovuma LNG Area 4 partners, has awarded about $1.1 billion in pre-investment contracts for long-lead upstream equipment, a move designed to push the long-delayed Mozambique project toward a final investment decision (FID) later this year.
Argent LNG gets FTA export permit, targets FID within two years
US developer Argent LNG is targeting a final investment decision (FID) within two years after securing Department of Energy approval to export nearly 1.3 trillion cubic feet per year (Tcf/y) of LNG from its proposed Port Fourchon terminal to countries with US free trade agreements.
ADNOC’s LNG expansion bolstered by Umm Shaif FID
Production from ADNOC’s Umm Shaif Gas Cap is expected by 2030, unlocking more than 600 mmcf/d of gas and liquids that will bolster feedstock as ADNOC aims for 47 mtpa of marketable LNG capacity by 2035.
Black Rock-backed investment brings Texas LNG closer to FID
BlackRock-backed funds, managed by HPS Investment Partners, have committed $500 million to Glenfarne’s Texas LNG project, bringing the Port of Brownsville export terminal closer to a final investment decision (FID).
FRSU availability tightens as market awaits new FIDs
Near-term availability of floating LNG terminals is tightening fast, with Fernley expecting a fresh wave of vessel conversions as floating storage and regas units (FSRUs) have achieved their highest-ever share of global LNG imports.
UTM secures Yoho gas deal for delayed Nigeria FLNG project
UTM Offshore is forging ahead with Nigeria’s first floating LNG project after securing a 15-year gas supply agreement that removes one of the biggest obstacles to reaching final investment decision (FID), now expected in Q4-2026.
Glenfarne warns Senate tax bill could stall Alaska LNG pipeline
Glenfarne has warned Alaska’s proposed gasline tax package could still leave the $13.2–16.9 billion pipeline segment of the Alaska LNG project without a viable path to completion, undermining financing just as the project seeks to take FID.
Glenfarne, ConocoPhillips advance Alaska LNG Phase 1 FID
Glenfarne Group has signed a preliminary 30-year gas supply pact with ConocoPhillips, securing sufficient volumes for Phase 1 financial close on the Alaska LNG project.
Caturus takes FID on Commonwealth LNG
Caturus has taken a final investment decision (FID) on its 9.5 mtpa Commonwealth LNG export project in Louisiana, supported by $9.75 billion in total financing and several long-term offtake agreements. Construction just begun, with first LNG targeted in late 2029 and full operations by 2030.
