Eni Ships First LNG Cargo from New Nguya Facility in Congo
Eni shipped its first liquefied natural gas cargo from the newly operational Nguya facility in the Republic of Congo on February 9, 2026, marking the start of the plant’s export operations. This inaugural delivery launches production from the project, poised to boost Eni’s annual LNG volumes and strengthen its global supply position.
1. Initial Shipment Details
On February 9, 2026, Eni loaded and dispatched its inaugural LNG cargo from the Nguya liquefaction plant in the Republic of Congo. The shipment departed on an LNG carrier, inaugurating the facility’s export operations and confirming its commissioning timeline.
2. Strategic and Market Implications
The Nguya plant expands Eni’s African LNG portfolio and is set to contribute additional volumes toward the company’s annual LNG targets. Ramp-up of exports will support Eni’s supply commitments to global buyers, enhance its downstream marketing operations and drive incremental cash flow in 2026.