- Significant milestone reinforces PETRONAS’ commitment to future-proof its supply portfolio through global LNG partnerships

Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) has achieved a major milestone with the successful departure of its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo from the newly operational LNG Canada facility in Kitimat, British Columbia (B.C.), Canada.

The shipment departed for Japan today aboard the 174,000-cbm Puteri Sejinjang LNG vessel, marking a significant milestone for PETRONAS’ investment in Canada.

Datuk Adif Zulkifli, PETRONAS Executive Vice President & CEO of Gas and Maritime Business said, “PETRONAS’ first cargo sail away is the culmination of years of perseverance to realise our vision for Canadian LNG exports to the Asia Pacific region. We are privileged to commemorate this moment with LNG Canada, our other joint venture partners, the Haisla Nation, Kitimat community, and Canadians at large. PETRONAS is honoured to be a part of this first-of-its-kind project in Canada.”

Designed to be one of the lowest-emissions LNG export facilities globally, LNG Canada features energy-efficient gas turbines, advanced methane-leak detection and mitigation systems, and power sourced from the BC Hydro grid, predominantly powered by hydroelectric and renewable energy. These innovations enable the facility to operate with a GHG intensity that is approximately 35% lower than the existing best-performing LNG plants around the world, and about 60% below the global average, underscoring its steadfast pledge to supplying lower carbon, responsibly sourced LNG.

This milestone reinforces PETRONAS’ position as a reliable LNG supplier, with LNG Canada serving as a strategic addition to its growing global network of supply nodes. With a 25% equity holding in the project, through its wholly owned entity North Montney LNG Limited Partnership, LNG Canada is a critical component of PETRONAS’ global LNG strategy to diversify its supply portfolio and increase market flexibility. Strategically located on Canada’s west coast and connected to PETRONAS’ upstream gas assets in Northeast B.C., LNG Canada offers a direct and efficient shipping corridor to key North Asian markets including Japan, South Korea and China.

PETRONAS reaffirms its dedication to addressing growing energy needs responsibly and sustainably. Backed by more than 40 years of experience across the entire LNG value chain, from production to global delivery, PETRONAS brings proven expertise, market access, and commitment to sustainability to the LNG Canada partnership.

About Petronas

Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) is a global energy company committed to producing and delivering energy and solutions needed to advance society responsibly and sustainably.

As Malaysia’s national oil and gas company, we safeguard and manage the nation’s hydrocarbon resources. Our aim is to maximise value through our integrated business model to meet the energy needs of the nation and our customers across the globe. Our portfolio includes oil and gas, petrochemicals, petroleum products, as well as a range of cleaner energy solutions.

Ensuring sustainable practices across our operations is important to how we conduct our business. Our goal is to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, and we strive to be a valuable partner to our stakeholders in transitioning to a lower carbon energy future in a just and responsible manner.

About LNG Canada

LNG Canada is a joint venture comprised of Shell plc, through its affiliate Shell Canada Energy (40%); PETRONAS, through its wholly-owned entity, North Montney LNG Limited Partnership (25%); PetroChina Company Limited, through its subsidiary PetroChina Canada Limited (15%); Mitsubishi Corporation, through its subsidiary Diamond LNG Canada Ltd. (15%); and Korea Gas Corporation, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Kogas Canada LNG Ltd (5%). It is operated through LNG Canada Development Inc.