Company Seeks Permit to Export Imported LNG Again
Published Date: 6/4/2026
Notice
Summary
Port Arthur LNG wants permission to export up to 20 billion cubic feet of liquefied natural gas that was previously imported into the U.S. over the next two years, starting by October 1, 2026. This move affects energy markets and could boost trade through the Port Arthur terminal in Texas. People and companies have until July 6, 2026, to share their thoughts or objections.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Request to Export 20 Billion Cubic Feet
Port Arthur LNG filed an application asking DOE for permission to export up to 20 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) that was previously imported into the United States, on a cumulative basis, over a two-year period beginning as early as practicable but no later than October 1, 2026. The request covers exports from the Port Arthur LNG terminal in Jefferson County, Texas.
Exports Allowed to Any Non‑Prohibited Country
Port Arthur LNG states it would export the previously imported LNG to any country with LNG import capacity that is not prohibited by U.S. law or policy, including both free-trade-agreement (FTA) countries and non-FTA countries. The Notice specifically applies to the portion of the application seeking authority to export to non-FTA countries under section 3(a) of the Natural Gas Act (15 U.S.C. 717b(a)).
Re‑export of Imported Cooldown Cargoes Only
Port Arthur LNG says it intends to use imported, foreign‑sourced LNG as cooldown cargoes to pre-cool its liquefaction facilities during start-up and then re-export that imported LNG after cooling. The company explicitly states it is not seeking authorization to export domestically produced natural gas or LNG.
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