Qatargas Hikes LNG Exports to Japan

Qatargas has raised its LNG supplies to Japan to 20 mn tonnes in the short term to help meet the Asian nation’s energy demands.

In addition to the 9 mn tonnes of short-term supplies to Japan announced last autumn, Qatargas exports have increased by another 11 mn tonnes, Gulf Times has reported.

“This is a substantial commitment to the energy security of Japan and is evidence of the strong relationship Qatargas enjoys with its Japanese stakeholders,” the company said.

Qatargas has reiterated its aim to support the Asia-Pacific LNG market place and expects more deals in the future.

The company has seven LNG trains, of which four are the largest in the world – known as mega trains – each with a production capacity of 7.8mn tonnes per year.