Editorial Comment

A. Blume, Editor This year could be the largest ever for LNG export project final investment decisions (FIDs). Major LNG buyers in Asia will help make possible the next wave of sanctioned liquefaction projects, with a collective capacity of more than 220 MMtpy of LNG. However, LNG suppliers will need to cater to the changing demands of buyers, which are seeking more contract variety and flexibility.  Major projects expected to take FID in 2019 include Novatek’s $27-B Arctic LNG 2 project in Russia, at least one project in Mozambique, and four export terminals in the US: Magnolia LNG, Delfin LNG, Lake Charles LNG and Golden Pass LNG. The four US projects represent a combined export capacity