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May 28, 2026
Bechtel today announced it has received Limited Notice to Proceed (LNTP) from Cheniere for Train 7 at the Sabine Pass Liquefaction (SPL) Expansion Project (Phase 1) in Southwest Louisiana, advancing one of the next major expansions of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity into the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) phase. Full construction is expected to begin in early 2027.
The milestone marks the latest chapter in Bechtel’s nearly two-decade relationship with Cheniere at Sabine Pass and comes as rising global energy demand, increasing power needs, and heightened focus on energy security continue to drive investment in large-scale LNG infrastructure.
Reflecting on the significance of the milestone, Paul Marsden, President of Bechtel’s Energy business, shared:
“The decision to move forward with Train 7 at Sabine Pass reflects something bigger than a single project — it signals the next phase of U.S. energy infrastructure growth. As global energy demand rises and countries seek secure, reliable supply, LNG will continue to play an essential role in the energy mix for decades to come.
“Sabine Pass helped establish the United States as a global LNG leader ten years ago, and today’s milestone demonstrates how that leadership continues to evolve. Over the last decade, Bechtel and Cheniere have shown what is possible when world-class execution meets long-term vision — delivering complex infrastructure safely, predictably, and at scale.
“Train 7 represents the next chapter in a partnership that has helped reshape global energy markets. We are proud to continue supporting Cheniere as it expands the infrastructure needed to strengthen U.S. energy leadership and help meet growing demand around the world.”
The SPL Expansion Project builds on nearly two decades of collaboration between Bechtel and Cheniere at Sabine Pass. Between 2005 and 2009, Bechtel designed, built, and expanded the original LNG receiving terminal, helping lay the foundation for its transformation into the first large-scale LNG export facility in the continental United States.
Between 2016 and 2022, Bechtel delivered six liquefaction trains at Sabine Pass, adding approximately 30 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of export capacity and helping launch the modern U.S. LNG export industry. Today, at Corpus Christi Stage 3 midscale trains, Bechtel continues to advance one of the largest LNG expansions underway globally, including delivering Train 1 to Cheniere’s operations team more than six months ahead of schedule. The milestone reflects the pace, certainty, and high-quality execution that define Bechtel’s long-standing partnership with Cheniere.
Bechtel is the world’s leading LNG EPC contractor, with 17 liquefaction trains currently under construction and five midscale trains turned over across five sites in two countries. When complete, these projects will produce approximately 90 million tonnes of LNG annually — equivalent to roughly 25 percent of global LNG export capacity — underscoring the company’s role in helping expand global energy infrastructure.
About Sabine Pass Liquefaction (SPL) Expansion Project
Sabine Pass currently includes six liquefaction trains, LNG storage tanks, three marine berths, and supporting infrastructure, positioning the facility as a critical hub for U.S. LNG exports.
Train 7 will feature an approximately 5 MTPA optimized cascade process (OCP) configuration, along with approximately 1 MTPA of boil-off gas (BOG) re-liquefaction provided by Chart. The project will incorporate streamlined flare systems with minimal outside battery limits (OSBL) infrastructure and a BASF heater/hot catalyst (HHC) system, reflecting an integrated and efficient approach to LNG project delivery.
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