QatarEnergy Seeks US LNG Deals

QatarEnergy is negotiating multi-year United States liquefied natural gas contracts through 2031 to replace capacity disrupted by regional attacks and infrastructural damage. The company aims to secure long-term solutions while key export routes remain closed.

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QatarEnergy's liquefied natural gas (LNG) production facilities, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Ras Laffan Industrial City, Qatar March 2, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer

Qatar is negotiating multi-year liquefied natural gas contracts through 2031 to replace capacity knocked out by Iran strikes, three industry sources said on Thursday afternoon. The discussions aim to secure up to 3 million metric tons per annum. The push marks a pivot from spot purchases to long-term supply agreements as key infrastructure remains offline.