The supply chain
An export terminal liquefies gas for specialised ships. An import terminal can turn it back into gas for onward pipeline delivery.
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LNG changes form for transport
Liquefied natural gas is cooled to about −162°C, occupying roughly one six-hundredth of its gaseous volume.
Terminals matter
LNG reaches markets without a suitable direct pipeline. Ships still need liquefaction, receiving and onward transport infrastructure.
Contracts are not deliveries
FinFly recommends checking volume, period and project stage. An announced contract or terminal capacity does not establish completed deliveries.
Method
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