Ksi Lisims LNG signs 20-year LNG agreement with Shell for two million tonnes annually

Ksi Lisims LNG Limited Partnership, a collaboration between the Nisga’a Nation, Rockies LNG Limited Partnership, and Western LNG LLC, has announced a significant 20-year LNG sale and purchase agreement with Shell Eastern Trading Pte Ltd. This landmark deal marks Ksi Lisims LNG‘s first LNG offtake agreement, where Shell will purchase 2 million tonnes of LNG per year on a free-on-board basis from the Ksi Lisims LNG project.

World’s Lowest Emitting LNG Liquefaction Facility

Ksi Lisims LNG, named “from the Nass River” in the Nisga’a language, is set to become the lowest emitting LNG liquefaction facility in the world. The project, located in British Columbia, Canada, leverages cutting-edge technology from Samsung Heavy Industries and Black & Veatch, employing floating LNG production units and an all-electric process technology. The project stands as an innovative development for North America’s LNG industry.

Ksi Lisims LNG and Shell Forge a Pioneering 20-Year LNG Agreement

Supporting Economic Growth and Energy Security

Davis Thames, President and CEO of Western, emphasized the project’s importance for the long-term economic growth of the Nisga’a Nation and other collaborating nations. He highlighted the project’s strong fundamentals, earning the confidence of leading companies in the LNG industry. Steve Hill, Executive Vice President of Shell Energy, acknowledged the critical role of LNG in global energy security and expressed satisfaction with the agreement.

Vision of Prosperity for Nisga’a Nation

Eva Clayton, President of Nisga’a Lisims Government, shared the Nisga’a Nation’s vision for economic growth through Ksi Lisims LNG. The project is viewed as a cornerstone for a brighter future, offering opportunities and prosperity to the Nisga’a people.

Commitment to Clean Energy

Charlotte Raggett, President and CEO of Rockies LNG, highlighted Canada’s role as a responsible global energy supplier. The Ksi Lisims LNG project aligns with the global need for low-carbon, reliable energy, aiding the transition from higher-emitting fuels and supporting renewable energy sources like wind and solar.

Net-Zero Ready Facility

Ksi Lisims LNG is set to be net-zero ready by 2030, powered by renewable hydroelectricity. The facility, planned on Nisga’a Nation-owned land at Pearse Island’s northern tip, will produce 12 million tonnes per annum of LNG from two floating LNG production and storage facilities. The environmental certificate application was filed with the B.C. government in October 2023, and Ksi Lisims LNG was represented by Baker Botts L.L.P. in the SPA negotiation.