Cheniere Energy Partners LP Secures 22‑Year LNG Supply Agreement with Petrobras
Cheniere Energy Partners LP (NYSE: LNG) announced that its marketing unit has entered into a 22‑year sale and purchase agreement with Brazil’s state‑owned oil company Petrobras. The contract covers approximately 0.8 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and is structured on a free‑on‑board (FOB) basis.
The agreement is intended to provide Petrobras with a secure and reliable source of LNG for the second half of the century, while offering Cheniere fixed‑fee cash‑flow visibility that can support additional liquefaction capacity expansion.
Market Reaction
- Pre‑market trading: Cheniere shares fell 1.08 % to $266.75.
- Regular session: Shares closed 0.41 % higher at $268.50.
Context and Implications
Cheniere Energy Partners LP is a service provider in the energy sector, specialising in the development, operation and construction of natural‑gas liquefaction and regasification facilities, pipelines and LNG terminals. The company’s portfolio serves energy, utility and trading firms worldwide.
The new Petrobras deal enhances Cheniere’s position as a leading global LNG provider and extends the firm’s sales pipeline into the long term. The fixed‑fee structure of the contract reduces revenue volatility and improves the company’s financial predictability, which is particularly valuable as the LNG market continues to expand in response to global decarbonisation initiatives and shifting energy demand patterns.
Key Contractual Elements
- Volume: 0.8 Mtpa of LNG.
- Term: 22 years, covering a substantial portion of Cheniere’s projected output.
- Pricing: Free‑on‑board (FOB) basis, with fixed fees ensuring predictable cash flow.
Strategic Fit
Cheniere’s recent capital allocation plans include scaling up liquefaction capacity to meet growing demand. The Petrobras agreement aligns with this strategy by providing a long‑term revenue stream that can fund further expansion. Additionally, the deal strengthens the company’s relationships within the Latin American market, diversifying its customer base beyond the United States and European regions.
Financial Snapshot (as of 2026‑09‑27)
- Close price: $62.80 (USD)
- 52‑week high: $71.25
- 52‑week low: $49.53
- Market cap: $30.38 billion (USD)
- Price‑to‑earnings ratio: 11.48
The partnership with Petrobras represents a significant milestone for Cheniere Energy Partners LP, reinforcing its global LNG supply capabilities and underpinning its long‑term growth trajectory.




