With LNG Imports from U.S. High, Europe Expands Regasification Infrastructure

March 18, 2025--Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--Since the decision to wean itself from Russian natural gas following that country's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Europe's imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the U.S. have been increasing, now sitting as the primary destination for U.S. LNG exports. Reuters cites data from LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) showing that 7.25 million metric tons (86%) of U.S. LNG exports went to Europe in January 2025, followed by 8.82 million metric tons (82%) in February. As this new trade dynamic gradually takes hold, Europe is building out its LNG regasification infrastructure. These projects have gained importance as the U.S. will in all likelihood export even more LNG this year as three new production and export plants come online.