US LNG Exports See Significant Increase
The United States has reported a substantial rise in liquefied natural gas exports during the first half of 2026, driven by expanded operational capacity.

United States liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports demonstrated a notable increase in the initial six months of 2026. The average daily export volume reached 17.4 billion cubic feet, marking a 23% rise compared to the corresponding period in 2025.
This growth in export volumes is primarily attributed to an expansion in the country's LNG operational capacity. The increased infrastructure has allowed for greater throughput and dispatch of natural gas in its liquefied form to international markets.
Looking ahead, projections indicate a continued strong performance for US LNG exports. Estimates suggest an average of 17.3 billion cubic feet per day for the latter half of 2026.
Further expansion is anticipated into the following year. Forecasts for the first half of 2027 indicate that average daily LNG export volumes are expected to climb to 18.7 billion cubic feet.
These figures reflect the ongoing development and utilisation of LNG export facilities across the United States, positioning the nation as a significant contributor to global gas supply.
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Based on reporting by EIA Today in Energy, published 1 Sept 2026, 14:00 UTC.
Original headline: “U.S. LNG exports rose 23% in the first half of 2026 because of higher capacity”.
Retrieved 1 Sept 2026, 13:44 UTC.
Reported with reference to EIA Today in Energy; text independently written by Base Oil Trading.
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