- Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports refer to the total volume of liquefied natural gas shipped from a country to international markets during a given year.
Brunei Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports was 6.20 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023, down 4.6% on 2022. The Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports dataset of Brunei from 2015 to 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the country's LNG export performance, highlighting export volumes, trade trends, global demand, and developments across the natural gas sector. Measured in billion cubic metres (bcm), the dataset represents the annual quantity of LNG exported from Brunei to international markets.
Brunei Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports moved from 8.70 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015 to 6.20 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023 (−28.7%), an average of −4.1% a year. The series high was 9.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2017 and the low 6.20 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023.
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2023) is 2.90 Billion Cubic Metres. The sharpest single-year move was −13.3% in 2022.
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, Brunei ranks 13 for 2023, behind U.S. (114.4 Billion Cubic Metres) and Qatar (108.4 Billion Cubic Metres). It accounts for 1.1% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Billion Cubic Metres.
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| Year | Billion Cubic Metres | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 6.20 | −4.6% |
| 2022 | 6.50 | −13.3% |
| 2021 | 7.50 | −10.7% |
| 2020 | 8.40 | −4.5% |
| 2019 | 8.80 | +3.5% |
| 2018 | 8.50 | −6.6% |
| 2017Peak | 9.10 | +5.8% |
| 2016 | 8.60 | −1.1% |
| 2015 | 8.70 | — |
Regional context
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports by country, 2023, Billion Cubic Metres. Brunei is highlighted.
Data definition
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports — - Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports refer to the total volume of liquefied natural gas shipped from a country to international markets during a given year. LNG is natural gas that has been cooled to approximately −162°C, converting it into a liquid state for efficient storage and long-distance transportation by specialized LNG carriers. The indicator is typically measured in billion cubic meters (bcm) after regasification or in equivalent LNG volumes and represents the quantity of domestically produced natural gas exported in liquefied form. LNG Exports are an important measure of a country's natural gas production capacity, export infrastructure, participation in global LNG trade, and contribution to international energy markets.
The data includes all LNG cargoes exported from liquefaction terminals to international destinations under long-term contracts, spot market sales, and short-term trade agreements. It covers LNG produced from both associated and non-associated natural gas fields after processing, purification, and liquefaction. The indicator includes exports transported by specialized LNG carriers to importing countries and reflects LNG supplied to global markets regardless of the final destination. Export volumes are compiled using standardized international trade statistics, customs records, port authority data, and national energy reporting methodologies, ensuring consistent comparison of LNG export volumes across countries and over time.
The data excludes pipeline natural gas exports, domestically consumed natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas liquids (NGLs), compressed natural gas (CNG), and other gaseous fuels that are not exported in liquefied natural gas form. It also excludes LNG imports, domestic LNG storage, LNG bunkering for marine fuel where reported separately, and transit shipments that do not originate from domestic liquefaction facilities. The indicator does not measure liquefaction capacity, terminal utilization rates, natural gas production, export revenues, or the economic value of LNG exports. Minor variations may occur due to differences in national reporting practices, customs classifications, conversion factors, cargo accounting methods, and statistical estimation methodologies across countries.
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports — - Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports refer to the total volume of liquefied natural gas shipped from a country to international markets during a given year. LNG is natural gas that has been cooled to approximately −162°C, converting it into a liquid state for efficient storage and long-distance transportation by specialized LNG carriers. The indicator is typically measured in billion cubic meters (bcm) after regasification or in equivalent LNG volumes and represents the quantity of domestically produced natural gas exported in liquefied form. LNG Exports are an important measure of a country's natural gas production capacity, export infrastructure, participation in global LNG trade, and contribution to international energy markets.
It serves as an important indicator of production capacity, liquefaction activity, export competitiveness, and Brunei's contribution to global LNG trade.
Brunei exported 8.7 bcm of LNG in 2015, followed by a slight decline to 8.6 bcm in 2016. Export volumes increased to 9.1 bcm in 2017, the highest level during the study period, before decreasing to 8.5 bcm in 2018. Exports recovered modestly to 8.8 bcm in 2019 but declined to 8.4 bcm in 2020. The downward trend continued during the later years, with exports falling to 7.5 bcm in 2021, 6.5 bcm in 2022, and 6.2 bcm in 2023, representing the lowest level recorded across the period.
Overall, the dataset indicates that Brunei maintained a stable LNG export industry during the first half of the study period before experiencing a gradual decline in export volumes after 2019. The reduction reflects lower production availability and changing market conditions, although Brunei continues to supply LNG to long-standing international customers and remains an established exporter within the Asia-Pacific region.
The dataset is valuable for evaluating Brunei's LNG export outlook, assessing production and export performance, and analyzing long-term trade developments. It supports market research, investment planning, infrastructure evaluation, and policy formulation while providing valuable insights for researchers, analysts, industry stakeholders, and policymakers monitoring LNG supply trends, export capacity, production performance, and Brunei's role in the international natural gas market.
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Definition- Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports refer to the total volume of liquefied natural gas shipped from a country to international markets during a given year. LNG is natural gas that has been cooled to approximately −162°C, converting it into a liquid state for efficient storage and long-distance transportation by specialized LNG carriers. The indicator is typically measured in billion cubic meters (bcm) after regasification or in equivalent LNG volumes and represents the quantity of domestically produced natural gas exported in liquefied form. LNG Exports are an important measure of a country's natural gas production capacity, export infrastructure, participation in global LNG trade, and contribution to international energy markets.
Brunei Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports was 6.20 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023, down 4.6% on 2022.
Brunei Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports moved from 8.70 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015 to 6.20 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023 (−28.7%), an average of −4.1% a year. The series high was 9.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2017 and the low 6.20 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023.
The highest value was 9.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2017 and the lowest was 6.20 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023.
Included: The data includes all LNG cargoes exported from liquefaction terminals to international destinations under long-term contracts, spot market sales, and short-term trade agreements. It covers LNG produced from both associated and non-associated natural gas fields after processing, purification, and liquefaction. The indicator includes exports transported by specialized LNG carriers to importing countries and reflects LNG supplied to global markets regardless of the final destination. Export volumes are compiled using standardized international trade statistics, customs records, port authority data, and national energy reporting methodologies, ensuring consistent comparison of LNG export volumes across countries and over time. Excluded: The data excludes pipeline natural gas exports, domestically consumed natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas liquids (NGLs), compressed natural gas (CNG), and other gaseous fuels that are not exported in liquefied natural gas form. It also excludes LNG imports, domestic LNG storage, LNG bunkering for marine fuel where reported separately, and transit shipments that do not originate from domestic liquefaction facilities. The indicator does not measure liquefaction capacity, terminal utilization rates, natural gas production, export revenues, or the economic value of LNG exports. Minor variations may occur due to differences in national reporting practices, customs classifications, conversion factors, cargo accounting methods, and statistical estimation methodologies across countries.
The series is sourced from energyinst.org (https://www.energyinst.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/1542714/684_EI_Stat_Review_V16_DIGITAL.pdf). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Billion Cubic Metres.
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