International Group of Liquefied Natural Gas Importers

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Central Office

Hormuz: why Qatar LNG is the first casualty

This note assesses the implications of a disruption at the Strait of Hormuz for global LNG markets. The suspension of Qatar’s LNG production and the closure of the Strait could remove around 20% of global LNG supply, creating a major shock for international gas markets. The crisis highlights the strategic vulnerability of the Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint for global energy trade. Even if tanker convoys are introduced, escorted transit would significantly constrain shipping capacity and force difficult cargo prioritisation. Under such conditions, crude oil shipments would likely take precedence over LNG, limiting LNG flows and intensifying competition for available cargoes, particularly between Europe and Asia.

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Central Office

Global LNG Flows 2025 vs 2024: Preliminary Results Based on Early Data

This presentation provides an initial analysis of global LNG flows in 2025, compared with 2024. A recording of the full session is available on the dedicated webinar page.

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LCO2 Terminaling

This report assesses how LCO₂ export terminals can be integrated into LNG receiving terminals, focusing on shared infrastructure, safety risks, and the use of LNG cold energy to improve the efficiency of CO₂ liquefaction. It outlines key technical challenges, design considerations, and operational impacts, and provides an overview of emerging LCO₂ terminal projects.