Coastal Bend LNG, a privately held energy infrastructure company, has announced plans to develop a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. The project, designed to meet global demand for sustainable energy, will have a capacity of 22.5 million tons per annum (mtpa). It will feature up to five 4.5 mtpa liquefaction trains, cogeneration systems, LNG storage tanks, and export infrastructure for shipping, bunkering, and ISO containers.

Nick Flores, Chief Executive Officer of Coastal Bend LNG, stated: “We are responding to growing global demand for low carbon intensity LNG. The integration of carbon capture on both our liquefaction and cogeneration facilities will deliver low carbon intensity LNG while monetizing both 45Q tax credits and our low-carbon products.” The facility will incorporate carbon capture, transport, and storage (CCS) technology to produce low-carbon-intensity natural gas sourced from U.S. onshore basins, aligning with environmental sustainability goals.

The company plans to submit pre-filing documents for Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) permits in 2025, marking a key step toward project realization. This initiative aims to support the global energy market by providing cleaner LNG options while leveraging existing U.S. natural gas resources.

In a related development, another Texas-based LNG project, led by Cheniere Energy, recently achieved a significant milestone. The company reached a final investment decision (FID) for its Corpus Christi Midscale Trains 8 & 9 and debottlenecking project, further expanding LNG production capacity in the region. This progress underscores Texas’s growing role as a hub for LNG exports, driven by advancements in infrastructure and sustainable technologies.

Coastal Bend LNG’s project is poised to contribute to the energy sector by combining large-scale LNG production with innovative carbon capture solutions. The facility’s design prioritizes efficiency and environmental responsibility, aiming to meet the needs of international markets while supporting local economic growth through infrastructure development. The integration of cogeneration and export facilities will enhance the project’s versatility, enabling it to serve diverse energy demands.

As the global energy landscape evolves, initiatives like Coastal Bend LNG’s facility highlight the industry’s focus on balancing production with sustainability. By incorporating CCS and leveraging tax incentives, the project aims to deliver environmentally conscious LNG, positioning the Texas Gulf Coast as a key player in the global energy supply chain.