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Outlook 2025
LNG
Peregrine Bush
13 January 2025
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Outlook 2025: LNG in 2025 and beyond

Significant expansions are underway in both liquefaction and regasification capacity as LNG firms up its position as a long-term solution for the world’s energy needs

LNG has emerged as a crucial player in the global energy mix, serving as a bridge between the carbon-intensive present and a cleaner, more sustainable future. LNG has witnessed a surge in demand over the past decade. Its role as a transitional fuel is particularly pronounced in regions that are heavily reliant on coal-fired power plants. Countries such as China and India, with their growing economies and energy demands, have turned to LNG to reduce their carbon emissions while ensuring energy security. The competition for LNG resources is intensifying as countries vie to secure their positions in the global energy market. The US, Australia and Qatar have emerged as the leading LNG exporters,

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