LNG

MARAD approved ST LNG, LLC’s license for an $8.2 billion deepwater LNG port planned about 10.4 miles offshore Matagorda, Texas. Construction is expected to start in 2027, with operations targeted for 2029; the approval may create private-sector construction and supply-chain opportunities, but is not a government contract award or solicitation.

FERC will hold public scoping sessions in Honolulu and Ewa Beach as part of its NEPA environmental review of the Longboard LNG Project. The sessions offer stakeholders a venue to raise environmental issues and alternatives; written comments are due November 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with no solicitation or contract award announced.

PHMSA has proposed updating LNG facility safety regulations to incorporate the 2026 edition of NFPA 59A and recognize newer technologies, estimating the changes could generate $100 million in annual savings. Operators and suppliers should assess potential effects on facility designs, safety systems, technical specifications, and project costs; the proposal is not yet final.

The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is organizing a delegation from Egypt, Jordan, and Morocco to engage with U.S. companies about LNG infrastructure. This visit from September 19-30, 2026, emphasizes expanding U.S. LNG technology exports in the MENA region, aligning with national energy strategies and creating opportunities for U.S. manufacturers.

Germany's state-owned energy companies, **SEFE** and **Uniper**, have secured long-term LNG supply deals with Canadian producers, set to begin in the early 2030s. These agreements could influence future energy procurement strategies, though they raise concerns about fossil fuel dependency and alignment with climate goals.

The U.S. aims to boost energy partnerships with ASEAN, focusing on LNG and small modular reactors. This effort supports regional integration and presents new procurement opportunities for contractors specializing in energy supply and technology.

The U.S. Trade and Development Agency is facilitating a visit by energy leaders from MENA to the U.S. This initiative aims to bolster U.S. LNG exports while fostering key infrastructure partnerships, creating new procurement opportunities for U.S. suppliers in the region.

The U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) has announced funding for a feasibility study with Powergas Nigeria Ltd to develop a small-scale liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant. This initiative presents procurement opportunities for U.S. companies specializing in LNG technology, particularly in underserved regions of Nigeria's industrial market.

The U.S. Department of Energy has signed an MOU with Bangladesh to deepen energy cooperation, paving the way for investment in various energy sectors. Contractors should explore opportunities in liquefied natural gas and bioenergy related projects that may arise from this international partnership.