Golden Pass LNG in Texas Produces First LNG as Hormuz Crisis Disrupts Global Gas Flows

Golden Pass LNG has produced its first liquefied natural gas from Train 1 at its Sabine Pass export terminal in Texas, marking a major milestone for QatarEnergy’s largest investment in the United States and one of the most significant LNG projects under development globally.

The achievement brings online the first of three liquefaction trains that will make up the 18 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) export facility, setting the stage for first cargoes expected in the second quarter of 2026.

Golden Pass, a joint venture between QatarEnergy (70%) and ExxonMobil (30%), said first LNG reflects years of planning, engineering, construction, and