Maire expects acquired LNG licensing business to generate at least USD 25 million EBITDA in 2027
GTLS•Maire expects the LNG technologies being acquired by Nextchem from Chart Industries for USD 220 million to generate at least USD 25 million in EBITDA in 2027. Closing is expected by year-end 2026 or early January 2027, subject to regulatory approvals.
1. Expected earnings and deal terms
Maire expects the LNG licensing business being acquired by Nextchem to generate at least USD 25 million in EBITDA in 2027. Nextchem will acquire Chart Industries’ LNG technologies for USD 220 million, a high-single-digit multiple of forecast EBITDA.
2. Backlog and funding
The acquired platform includes 30 million metric tons annually of residual backlog. Maire expects the acquisition to lift group EBITDA margins, with potential additional earnings from equipment supply and revenue synergies. Dedicated credit facilities will fund the purchase, with closing expected by year-end 2026 or early January 2027, subject to regulatory approvals.
