Sempra Begins LNG Production at Mexican Site

Sempra Infrastructure, a subsidiary of U.S. electric and gas utility Sempra, said its ECA LNG Phase 1 project has begun producing liquefied natural gas as part of commissioning activities ahead of full commercial operations.

The facility will supply U.S. natural gas to Asia and other Pacific markets via shorter shipping routes, cutting transit times and costs.

Here are the key details:

• The project, located in Ensenada, Mexico, is a joint venture with TotalEnergies and comprises a single liquefaction train with a nameplate capacity of 3.25 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) of LNG.

• Commercial operations expected in coming months, with substantial completion targeted for summer 2026.

• The project is supported by long-term sales and purchase agreements with TotalEnergies and Mitsui & Co.

• The company said a second phase is also under development at the same site

(Reuters)