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Shell approves LNG Canada expansion, doubling capacity to 28 mtpa by early 2030s
Offshore EnergyLO·CA·1 day ago
LNG Canada partners sanctioned Phase 2, doubling the Kitimat terminal's capacity to 28 Mtpa. This adds significant Canadian LNG supply to global markets, likely easing Asian demand concerns. Construction timeline and financing details remain undisclosed.
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LNG Canada partners, led by Shell, have approved Phase 2 of the Kitimat terminal, doubling its export capacity to 28 Mtpa. This decision is confirmed by multiple high-confidence sources and is a direct response to sustained Asian demand and recent supply shocks. The expansion is projected to be operational by the early 2030s, though specific construction timelines and detailed financing remain undisclosed.