- 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.
Russia Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports was 42.70 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023, down 1.6% on 2022. The Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports dataset for Russia 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 volume of LNG exported by Russia.
Russia Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports moved from 14.60 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015 to 42.70 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023 (+192.5%), an average of +14.4% a year. The series high was 43.40 Billion Cubic Metres in 2022 and the low 14.60 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015.
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2015) is 28.80 Billion Cubic Metres. The sharpest single-year move was +61.7% in 2018.
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, Russia ranks 4 for 2023, behind U.S. (114.4 Billion Cubic Metres) and Qatar (108.4 Billion Cubic Metres). It accounts for 7.8% 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 | 42.70 | −1.6% |
| 2022Peak | 43.40 | +9.9% |
| 2021 | 39.50 | −5.5% |
| 2020 | 41.80 | +6.9% |
| 2019 | 39.10 | +57% |
| 2018 | 24.90 | +61.7% |
| 2017 | 15.40 | +5.5% |
| 2016 | 14.60 | 0% |
| 2015 Trough | 14.60 | — |
Regional context
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports by country, 2023, Billion Cubic Metres. Russia 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 export capacity, international trade, and the country's growing position within global LNG markets.
Russia exported 14.6 bcm of LNG in both 2015 and 2016 before exports increased to 15.4 bcm in 2017. LNG exports expanded significantly to 24.9 bcm in 2018 and rose further to 39.1 bcm in 2019 following the commissioning of new LNG production capacity. Export volumes reached 41.8 bcm in 2020 before easing slightly to 39.5 bcm in 2021. LNG exports increased to 43.4 bcm in 2022 and remained high at 42.7 bcm in 2023, demonstrating sustained export strength despite changing global market conditions.
Overall, the dataset highlights Russia's rapid expansion as a major LNG exporter during the study period. Growth was supported by investments in LNG infrastructure, increasing production capacity, expanding export projects, and strong international demand from Europe and Asia, although exports experienced modest fluctuations in later years.
The dataset is valuable for evaluating Russia's LNG export outlook, analyzing international gas trade, and assessing export competitiveness. It supports market research, infrastructure planning, investment evaluation, and policy development while providing valuable insights for researchers, industry stakeholders, analysts, and policymakers monitoring LNG export performance, supply trends, global demand, and the evolving role of Russia within international LNG markets.
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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.
Russia Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports was 42.70 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023, down 1.6% on 2022.
Russia Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports moved from 14.60 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015 to 42.70 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023 (+192.5%), an average of +14.4% a year. The series high was 43.40 Billion Cubic Metres in 2022 and the low 14.60 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015.
The highest value was 43.40 Billion Cubic Metres in 2022 and the lowest was 14.60 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015.
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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