Freeport LNG Seeks 40-Month Extension for Texas Expansion Project
(P&GJ) — Freeport LNG is requesting a 40-month extension from federal regulators to complete the long-delayed Train 4 liquefaction unit at its Texas export terminal, citing setbacks from a 2022 explosion and the subsequent years-long recovery process.
In a letter filed June 18 with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Freeport asked to move its in-service deadline from August 1, 2028, to December 1, 2031, stating it needs more time to finalize financing and resume construction. The proposed Train 4 would add additional liquefaction and pretreatment capacity to Freeport’s existing LNG export facility on Quintana Island in Brazoria County.
The developer emphasized that restoring full operations after the 2022 incident took precedence over advancing Train 4, but with the terminal now fully operational as of May 21, 2025, it is refocusing efforts on commercializing the expansion.
“Certainty regarding Freeport’s ability to complete Project construction by the in-service deadline is essential to commercialization of the Project,” the company said in the filing, adding that it has spent $111 million to date on Train 4 development and has retained an EPC contract with Kiewit Energy Group.
Freeport said the 48-56 months required to build the facility, paired with ongoing market engagement, make it impossible to meet the current schedule. It noted longer procurement lead times for equipment and materials are also contributing to delays.
No modifications to the originally authorized project are proposed. Freeport argued that environmental findings remain valid, and that its request aligns with prior FERC precedent for granting schedule extensions in similar cases.
The company asked FERC to rule on the request by July 18, 2025, to maintain momentum with potential off-takers and lenders.
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