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LNG Export North America 2025    

Welcome to the largest meeting place for the LNG Export industry in North America.  Now in its 3rd year and firmly established as THE event where the teams who engineer, construct, commission, operate and maintain LNG Export facilities learn and do business. 

First and foremost we are an owner / operator led event, our agenda and speaker line up is developed in close collaboration with senior project executives and reflects the core challenges currently being faced by developers and their partners. Whether you're going through FEED, pre-FID, full construction, commissioning & start up or operating an existing plant, this unmissable 2-day event will provide you and your teams with the key knowledge and connections to take your project & plant to the next level.

Attracting attendees from across the full project ecosystem including: Project Developers, EPCs, Licensors, OEMs, Contractors, Regulators and Solution & Service Providers. There is no better place to meet your peers, forge new relationships and unlock your pathway to project excellence.

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Key Responsibility Areas

  • Project Management 
  • Construction
  • Operations
  • Maintenance 
  • Engineering
  • Reliability 
  • Supply Chain 
  • Process Engineering 
  • Procurement 
  • Turnarounds 
  • EHS
  • Commissioning & Start up 
  • Regulatory

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2 Dedicated LNG Export Tracks

As an attendee you will have 2 conference tracks to choose from:

1. LNG Export Engineering & Construction - Focussed specifically on the core issues and challenges in planning and executing major LNG Export projects

2. LNG Export Operations, Maintenance & Turnarounds - Focussed specifically on how to run world leading LNG Export plants

No matter what your focus, this event will show you how to take your LNG Export project or plant to the next level. 

Join us at the leading event for LNG Export industry in North America!

Engineering & Construction    

 

LNG Export Engineering & Construction

Focussed specifically on the planning & execution of major LNG Export capital projects. 

Operations, Maintenance & Turnarounds

LNG Export Operations & Maintenance

Focussed specifically on the commissioning, start-up, operations and maintenance of LNG Export plants.

Project Owner / Operators Qualify for Free Attendance 

 Are you a current full time employee of an owner / operator company? If so, we're pleased to let you know that you qualify for a complimentary pass to attend the Energy Projects Conference & Exhibition 

Examples of these companies include: Cheniere, Shell, ExxonMobil, Total Energies, Venture Global LNG, Tellurian, LyondellBasell, Phillips 66, Chevron Phillips Chemical, Kinder Morgan, Targa Resources, Methanex, Sasol, Sabic, Sempra Infrastructure, Dow Chemical, BASF, Marathon Petroleum, Westlake Chemical, Commonwealth LNG, Tellurian Inc, Woodside Energy etc…  

 

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Spotlight your brand and enhance your networking with sponsorship opportunities at the Energy Projects Show

The Energy Projects Show is the number one event for meeting project developers, owner/operators, and EPCs. Here's how you can make the most of the experience through sponsorship:

  • Showcase your technology in the exhibition: With 40% of the audience being owner/operators or EPCs, there's no better place to showcase your solutions!

  • Host a solution-led workshop: Share your expertise in an interactive workshop discussion with project leaders.

  • Deliver a case study: Complex projects need cutting-edge solutions, showcase a success story on how you delivered projects on time and budget.

  • Unlock premium networking opportunities with the 1-1 meeting service: Our 1-2-1 meetings team will work with you to identify key attendees/companies you'd like to meet from our attendee list, they will then work on your behalf to secure a series of face-to-face meetings onsite at the event (either at your booth or the dedicated meetings lounge). In 2024, the team set up 641 individual meetings between exhibitors/sponsors and attendees.

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LNG Export Engineering & Construction Conference Agenda 

Project, Market & Regulatory Outlook

An Industry Leaders Perspective: The Current Outlook for Major LNG Export Project Development

  • With the third wave of US LNG development well underway, this session will bring together senior leaders representing major project owner / operators to take stock of current progress and what the future holds for an expected $100 billion investment before the end of the decade.
  • Join us as they share their take on the current landscape including project updates, execution & design strategies, the permitting & regulation outlook, emerging contracting models, the evolving craft labour picture, supply chain & logistics.

Owner / Operator and EPC Executive Interview – Mega Project Delivery

  • Hear exclusive insights from a major project developer and EPC partner who are actively constructing / operating their facility and associated infrastructure.
  • Discover the key strategies for success: how they navigated FEED to FID, broke ground and scaled up construction, worked with key regulatory agencies, ensured operational readiness during commissioning and start up.

The Global LNG Supply, Demand and Project Outlook

As the global appetite for clean and secure energy continues to grow, an increasing number of regions and developers are looking to progress projects and secure long term offtake agreements. Join us as we discuss:

  • Major project updates globally
  • Offtake and pricing trends
  • Expected capacity and demand milestones to 2050
  • The current state of play in key LNG development hubs including North America, Australia, Qatar and other emerging players

Navigate Cost, Contracting & Permitting Uncertainty

Permitting & Regulation Updates for LNG Export Project Development

  • The LNG approval pause and vacating of previously awarded permits means both project developers and their potential customers are looking to understand what impact the new administration, further court rulings and an uptick in environmental advocacy will have on their ability to secure and maintain the necessary permissions to construct and operate their facilities.
  • To help you successfully navigate this landscape we will bring together key agencies and experts to discuss the latest relevant policy and procedure developments, new ways of working and potential pinch points.
  • Featuring senior representatives from key stakeholders including the US Department of Energy (DoE), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and US Coast Guard (USGC).

The Future of EPC Contracting in a Heightened Risk Environment

  • Permitting setbacks, regulatory uncertainty, schedule delays, the unpredictable cost of capital, equipment and labour are creating a heightened risk environment for major project development in the US.
  • This new operating reality is forcing a major rethink of how to appropriately allocate and mitigate risk between project owners and EPCs, select the most appropriate contracting strategy and maintain a ‘win win’ for all stakeholders.  
  • This session will explore some of the emerging and innovative approaches which are being taken to managing this heightened risk profile. Discussion will include establishing strategic partnerships across the full value chain, a dynamic approach to contracting the individual phases of construction, incentivisation on future project success, an increasing focus on roles and responsibility during the tendering and FEED process and keeping technology options open through the permitting approval process.

Cost Estimation in the Face of Inflation, Schedule Delays and Competition

  • The current wave of LNG project development has seen a rapid escalation of project costs, with some estimates suggesting nearly a 50% increase in the last 5 years.
  • The challenges presented by the heightened cost environment are being compounded by shifting timelines and schedule changes, making it increasingly difficult to achieve the certainty required during FEED to take an FID.
  • Join industry leaders who are at the forefront of finding cost clarity in a particularly testing landscape as they discuss how to effectively build pricing contingency into your FEED process. This session will focus on extending quote validity, understanding your likely permitting timelines, the importance of supplier relationships, knowing your place in the equipment queue and harnessing historical data driven insights.

Technology Selection, Project Design & Execution Strategies

Assess, Select and Implement the Best Design & Execution Strategy for your Facility

  • When planning a new facility, developers are faced with an overwhelming array of choices when it comes to the size, planning, layout, design and execution of their project. In addition, USGC projects are subject to long-term feed gas composition uncertainty.  
  • The most suitable decision for each project is typically dependent on several key variables including the project financing model, facility location, project timelines, stakeholder risk appetite and experience, workforce availability and equipment supply chains.
  • To help you understand which solution is best suited to your facility, this session will take a comprehensive look at key developments in optimal train processing capacity and technology readiness, pre-fabrication, modularization, integrated project delivery and how to select your strategy.

Futureproof your Project with the Latest Advances in Decarbonization Technology

  • Whilst opportunities for LNG developers to decarbonize their operations has been a key priority for several years, the likelihood of increasingly prescriptive environmental oversight and regulation has added urgency to an already complex challenge.
  • In this new reality, it has never been more important to ensure your current or planned project is harnessing best in class technology when it comes to decarbonization, environmental monitoring and electrification. With a multitude of options available, developers must take an evidence-based approach to selecting the most appropriate solution for their facility.
  • This session explores how several advances, including Carbon, Capture & Storage (CSS), alternative fuels, electric motors, flaring & venting reduction, digital optimisation and improved energy efficiency can help ensure your project meets its decarbonization potential and stands up to increased permitting and regulation scrutiny.

Assessing Approaches to Mitigating Feedstock Variability

  • Variable feedgas composition is creating an increasingly pervasive challenge for both operational and planned facilities within the US. Potentially effecting the operational efficiency, economic viability and environmental impact of LNG export facilities.
  • In response, project owners are being pushed to relook at their existing operations, whilst those planning facilities must now build resiliency into their systems and futureproof their operations. Their efforts are further complicated by lengthy design, approval and construction timelines in addition to agencies facing an overwhelming number of new applications and requests to modify existing facilities. 
  • This session will review the assess various mitigation strategies, including feed gas pretreatment, the use of NRUs, navigating permitting and approval timelines, advanced monitoring and control systems, capturing & utilising valuable gases, flexible process design and blending strategies.

Case Study Panel: Equipment, Technology & Process Innovation 

  • The rapid advancement of key equipment and processes, including turbomachinery, heat exchangers, turbines, pre-treatment, liquefaction and storage is paramount to the continued success of major LNG project development in a more testing landscape.
  • This session will feature real world case studies from key OEMs, licensors and solution providers at the forefront of enabling the industry to navigate an increasingly complex cost, regulatory and workforce environment.

Project, Supply Chain & Workforce Management Optimization

Best in Class Project Management Strategies

  • Project leaders are responsible for managing multiple workstreams, coordinating and communicating across numerous departments. They must ensure that capital projects which best meet organisational objectives are appropriately prioritised, resourced and funded.
  • This session will explore how implementing corporate project governance processes including stage gates, benchmarking and multi discipline team reviews can be leveraged by developers of all size and experience to increase project success, efficiency and ROI.
  • Specifically, we will discuss how corporate governance can foster improved project focus and clarity, help early identification and mitigation of risks, promote efficient resource allocation and deliver enhanced communication and collaboration.

Unlocking Additional Production Capacity Through Small Capital Projects

  • With large capital projects increasingly susceptible to unexpected delays and cost escalation, many developers are looking to upgrade and optimize their existing assets as a cost-effective way to add additional capacity.
  • With debottlenecking potentially offering production gains exceeding 15%, costing significantly less than adding new capacity and avoiding lengthy permitting revisions, the potential benefits to these small capital projects are clear. However, with so many potential options to optimise your project, determining where you will see the most bang for your buck is a complex and time-consuming process.
  • Join us as we explore how to narrow down your options, establish which projects merit additional investigation / investment, navigate the regulatory framework to make adjustments and reach an FID in the most cost effective and timely manner possible. 

Building a Resilient, Integrated and Technology Driven Supply Chain

  • Inflationary pressures, an ever-evolving geopolitical landscape and increasing competition for equipment, materials and labour has seen growing pressure on supply chain executives to identify, categorise and mitigate risk within their ecosystem.
  • Whilst managing these external risks, they are also being called upon to strengthen tier 1 vendor relationships, foster proactive engagement with engineering / operations teams and understand how to leverage nascent technologies such as AI to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • This session will bring together senior supply chain leaders to discuss best practice in risk mapping, piloting new technology / innovations, enhancing vendor resiliency and breaking down departmental silos.

The Workforce Challenge – Moving from Conversation to Action

  • An ever-present challenge for nearly a decade, the ability to recruit, train and retain skilled labour has continued to be a key concern for major LNG project developers and their partners.
  • Whilst everyone recognises that the current landscape is very challenging, the industry needs to move toward concrete solutions that offer tangible results when looking to address: What motivates the next generation of workers? How do you differentiate your company in a highly competitive market? How do you accelerate talent development and prepare them for promotion? Understanding your internal gaps and needs over the lifetime of a project?
  • Join us as we deliver a case study led panel focussing on real world examples of how to overcome these persistent workforce challenges, giving you actionable insights you can implement in your own organisation.

 

 

LNG Export Operations, Maintenance & Turnarounds Conference Agenda

Project Development (Pre-FID)

Selecting Critical Path Operational Readiness Deliverables Pre-FID

  • Before an LNG facility can reach an FID, it is vital to identify and implement critical Operational Readiness (OR) tasks. Given the financial constraints at this stage, development teams must focus on essential activities that ensure project viability, comply with lenders due diligence and mitigate risks.
  • Ensuring team alignment on priorities and critical tasks is crucial to avoid miscommunication and rework. Early identification and management of risks can mitigate impacts during project execution post-FID.
  • Early Development of Key strategies and OR plans support alignment with EPC contracting strategy to assure scope clarity prior to EPC contracting.
  • This session will focus on best practices for identifying and addressing critical FEED stage OR deliverables before reaching FID

Building a Robust OPEX Model for LNG Projects: Balancing Costs and Operational Readiness in the Development Phase

  • Developing an accurate OPEX model is vital during the LNG facility's project development phase. Balancing CAPEX and OPEX expenditure whilst also accurately forecasting costs including land leases, rentals, long-term service agreements ensure financial viability and helps secure financing.
  • Balancing immediate and long-term costs, engaging EPC contractors, and involving operational teams early are key to smooth project transitions. Accurate OPEX forecasting requires understanding industry benchmarks and hidden costs, especially for those new to LNG operations.
  • This session will explore strategies for accurate short, medium and long-term OPEX modelling; essential to secure financing and ensure safe, reliable and cost-efficient production. 

Integrating Operational Expertise in the Development of LNG Facilities: Bridging the Gap Between Planning and Operational Readiness

  • During LNG facility development, operational teams are often involved too late, leading to misaligned objectives between engineering, construction, and commissioning. Being overly focussed on budget and schedule can often overlook the long-term benefits of early operational integration.
  • Failure to involve operations teams early, especially during FEED and design reviews, leaves issues unaddressed until commissioning, with problems having to be solved reactively. This results in cost overruns, project delays, and compromised safety during start-up.
  • This session will highlight the importance of embedding experienced operations and commissioning personnel early in LNG projects. We will discuss strategies for fostering cross-functional collaboration between EPC teams and operations staff, ensuring smoother project transitions, reducing costs, and improving safety and efficiency during start-up.

Project Execution to Stabilization (Post-FID)

Ensuring Regulatory Compliance in LNG Operations: Embedding FERC, PHMSA, and Relevant Local Agency Standards Throughout Development and Operations

  • In the LNG industry, embedding regulatory compliance with agencies like FERC, PHMSA, and the U.S. Coast Guard is vital at every development and operational stage. While construction and engineering often receive significant attention, operational compliance is often only considered later in the process, risking safety and efficiency.
  • LNG facilities also face the challenge of navigating evolving regulations highly specific to their operations, which can complicate compliance efforts. Adhering to permit limits and understanding agency reporting timelines, especially during unplanned incidents like flaring is essential for maintaining compliance.
  • This session will explore best practices for integrating regulatory compliance, reporting, and testing throughout LNG operations. Join us as we discuss how maintaining regular communication with regulatory bodies, utilizing experts for evolving regulations, and ensuring operational teams can quickly flag compliance issues can promote compliance at all stages of development and operations.

Best Practices for Commissioning and Start-Up (CSU) of LNG Facilities

  • The CSU phase is a highly complex process which demands precision and is heavily influenced by contracting and build strategy. Successful completion requires the management of multiple technical, regulatory, and operational challenges to avoid delays, maintain expected costs and ensure safety.
  • Coordinating the seamless operation of complex systems, integrating new technologies, stringent safety and environmental regulations, supply chain disruptions, and workforce constraints further complicate CSU efforts.
  • This session will explore proven strategies for successfully managing CSU of LNG facilities. Attendees will learn how to address technical complexities, mitigate delays, and streamline CSU workflows to ensure safe, timely, and cost-efficient project delivery.

Crafting the O&M Group: Building Effective Teams and Sustainable Workflows

  • Establishing a robust O&M group is essential for the efficiency, safety, and reliability of LNG facilities. As plants move from construction to operation, a structured O&M team is crucial for managing daily activities, contractor relationships, and maintenance tasks across sites.
  • Each LNG site typically operates with its own team of engineers, supported by central Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Coordinating between these teams, contractors, and leadership is vital, especially when managing a mix of full time and contract staff.
  • This session will cover best practices for developing a comprehensive O&M strategy including leadership models, team make-up, maintenance and procurement workflows, and integrating IT/OT systems for long-term success.

Integrating Risk-Based Strategies and CMMS for Optimized Asset Management and Reliability

  • Organizations often struggle with asset management, failing to align their maintenance programs with risk-based strategies like RBI (Risk-Based Inspection), RAP (Risk Assessment Plans), and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems). This leads to inefficiencies, unplanned downtime, and compliance gaps.
  • The key challenge is effectively integrating these systems into a cohesive, data-driven approach that maximizes asset reliability, minimizes failures, and ensures compliance without overburdening operations.
  • This session will provide practical insights from industry experts on how to successfully implement and integrate these programs. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to overcome common implementation pitfalls, leverage data for proactive maintenance, and drive long-term reliability improvements in their organizations.

Post Stabilisation (Post Start-up)

Effective Management of Modifications and Maintenance in LNG Facilities

  • LNG operators are required to simultaneously manage multiple brownfield projects, ranging from minor modifications, routine maintenance, and major upgrades. Challenges often stem from inadequate scope definitions, complex internal approval steps, and the need for robust recommendations to greenlight projects.
  • This session will explore best practices for managing brownfield upgrades at LNG facilities. Participants will learn strategies for defining project scopes, streamlining approval processes, and ensuring funding requests are supported by vetted activities.
  • Experts will also discuss how to prioritize projects based on scope and impact, enabling efficient execution of maintenance and upgrades while maintaining safety and operational efficiency. In addition to implementing Safe Work Permitting procedures and the effective management of the project work by the Operations team during normal plant operations.

On Time & On Budget: How to Optimize Turnaround Planning

  • Successful turnaround planning is fraught with challenges, from defining project scope to managing resources, safety, and cost.
  • TA professionals are tasked with managing the sometimes-competing priorities of minimizing downtime, optimizing resource management, and maintaining safety while staying within budget. In planning
  • Join us for practical insights on the use of integrating planning with operations and SIMOP reviews, digital project management tools, advanced production / shipping scheduling, collaboration between internal and external teams, and risk mitigation strategies.

Workforce & Safety Strategies at all Stages of Development

Strategies for Recruitment, Training, and Retention Across the Project Lifecycle

  • LNG export facility operators face significant hurdles in building a skilled workforce capable of managing operations through the entire lifecycle—from project development, through execution, to post-stabilization.
  • Training programs must be frequently updated, delivered regularly, and allow for competency of operators to be evaluated thoroughly. From a recruitment perspective, finding experienced talent is challenging, particularly in the growing North American LNG market. Additionally, retaining skilled workers is becoming more complex as competition grows and movement between operators increases.
  • This session will explore best practices for addressing recruitment, training, and retention challenges in the LNG O&M sector. Experts will discuss phased recruitment and staffing timelines, aligning training programmes with regulatory needs and competency testing through an effective and regularly updated operator training simulator (OTS). Attendees will also learn how to balance experienced LNG operators with energy professionals transitioning to LNG and develop strategies to prevent talent loss after stabilization.

Fostering a Safety-First Culture in LNG Operations: Strategies for Incident Reporting, Risk Management, and Contractor Engagement

  • In the dynamic environment of LNG facilities, fostering a robust safety and compliance culture is crucial for mitigating operational risks. Organizations often face challenges in creating an open environment for reporting incidents and near misses without fear of repercussions. A proactive approach is essential to use these incidents as learning opportunities to improve safety performance, especially among contractors and vendors.
  • Establishing this culture involves changing perceptions about reporting, categorizing incidents by risk, and ensuring collaboration across teams. Leveraging technology for incident tracking is vital for identifying gaps and enhancing safety measures.
  • This session will explore best practices for fostering and monitoring a safety culture in LNG operations. Discussion will include the importance of Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and strategies for engaging contractors to ensure a unified commitment to safety at all operational levels.
EXHIBITION    

EXHIBITION    

150+ industry leading exhibitors will be showcasing the very latest in cutting edge technology, equipment and services for the energy projects industry. 

Whether you're looking for the latest in engineering, construction, operations or maintenance solutions to support your major energy project, the very best suppliers in our exhibition hall in 2025. 

CONFERENCE

CONFERENCE

Over 200+ world leading speakers featuring the most senior energy project executives in North America will be sharing their knowledge and experience directly with you. 

Through a series of world leading keynote speakers, panel sessions, presentations, workshops and seminars you'll have the opportunity to hear from the best of the best in the energy projects industry, ensuring you'll walk away with the key knowledge you need to supercharge your energy project strategy. 

NETWORKING

NETWORKING

With 3000+ energy project professionals in attendance, this event is the largest meeting of its kind anywhere in the world.  At no other event will you have the opportunity to meet as many project and plant executives as this from across 5 major energy project industries. 

Well over $200 billion+ of proposed capital spending will be represented in the room, providing you with an unmissable opportunity to meet and form lasting business relationships with the key decision makers working directly at the heart of North Americas most important energy projects.  

The 2025 LNG Export Advisory Board

 

 


 

Industry Whitepapers

2025 LNG Export Procurement Trends Outlook

 

We're pleased to share the exclusive results of our 2025 LNG Procurement Trends Survey with you.

Packed full of insights, our complimentary report offers a complete overview of the state of play across projects, technology and workforce. Including; expected project pipelines, expected budgets, strategic priorities, technology investment plans and workforce needs. 

To give you the ultimate head start on 2025 the report also includes;

  • An Overview of the Current State of Play for LNG Export Development 
  • Summary Overview of Key Trends 
  • Detailed Breakdown of Survey Results 

ACCESS THE FREE REPORT AND TRACKER HERE

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Part of the Energy Projects Conference & Exhibition 2025 

LNG Export NA is part of the Energy Projects Show (EPC Show), the largest event in North America for professionals working at the heart of major energy projects. 

Bringing together 5 leading conferences under one roof for the first time, the EPC show will unite 3000+ engineering, construction, commissioning, supply chain, operations & maintenance professionals to show you how to deliver and operate major energy projects successfully in todays complex and challenging environment.

Why bring multiple communities together? Well, whether you face challenges related to craft labor shortages, disrupted supply chains, escalating costs, contracting strategies, regulatory approval, site selection, operational efficiency and more... the event will connect you with world leading speakers, experts, consultants, technology, equipment and solution providers who will provide you and your team with the tools to take your energy project to the next level.  


 

Supporting the Next Generation of Project Professionals

Each year a portion of the profits from the event are donated to local colleges and universities to provide scholarships for students who choose to take a degree course focussed on a career in the industrial industries in the Gulf Coast. 

This year we were pleased to increase our contribution even further by donating $20,000 across four educational foundations, including: SOWELA, Nunez Community College, McNeese University & the Port Arthur Education Foundation. 

We'd like to thank all our sponsors, exhibitors and event attendees whose support makes these donations possible and we look forward to continuing to invest in these amazing institutions next year. 

 


 

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