European LNG imports reinforce the region’s role as the global balancing market

Chart comparing LNG imports and voyage numbers to Asia and Europe from 2016 to 2025, showing Europe’s LNG imports rising strongly in 2025.

European LNG imports rose sharply in 2025 as the region replaced lower Russian pipeline supplies and rebuilt gas storage, further cementing Europe’s position as the world’s balancing LNG market. The latest industry analysis shows Europe imported an additional 26.1 million tonnes of LNG during the year, while softer Asian demand redirected more Atlantic Basin cargoes towards European terminals. This shift helped […]

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