LNG2026 opened with a tribute to Qatar’s maritime heritage, the discovery of oil in 1940, and how it fuelled the rapid development of the Gulf state. Today, Qatar has become one of the world’s leading LNG exporters, alongside the US and Australia.
Presented by the International Gas Union, the LNG series has become a marquee event for the sector for nearly 60 years, and the Qatar edition marks a pivotal moment for the country.
