- 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.
Trinidad & Tobago Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports was 10.50 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023, up 0% on 2022. The Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports dataset for Trinidad & Tobago 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 total annual volume of LNG exported by the country.
Trinidad & Tobago Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports moved from 16.40 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015 to 10.50 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023 (−36%), an average of −5.4% a year. The series high was 17.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2019 and the low 9.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2021.
The gap between the series high (2019) and low (2021) is 8.00 Billion Cubic Metres. The sharpest single-year move was −36.4% in 2021.
Among the 17 countries in this dataset, Trinidad & Tobago ranks 11 for 2023, behind U.S. (114.4 Billion Cubic Metres) and Qatar (108.4 Billion Cubic Metres). It accounts for 1.9% 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 | 10.50 | 0% |
| 2022 | 10.50 | +15.4% |
| 2021 Trough | 9.10 | −36.4% |
| 2020 | 14.30 | −16.4% |
| 2019Peak | 17.10 | +3% |
| 2018 | 16.60 | +23% |
| 2017 | 13.50 | −5.6% |
| 2016 | 14.30 | −12.8% |
| 2015 | 16.40 | — |
Regional context
Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports by country, 2023, Billion Cubic Metres. Trinidad & Tobago 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 performance, international gas trade, and the contribution of LNG to the national energy industry.
Trinidad & Tobago exported 16.4 bcm of LNG in 2015 before exports declined to 14.3 bcm in 2016 and 13.5 bcm in 2017. Export volumes recovered to 16.6 bcm in 2018 and increased slightly to 17.1 bcm in 2019, the highest level during the study period. LNG exports declined to 14.3 bcm in 2020 and fell further to 9.1 bcm in 2021. Export volumes improved to 10.5 bcm in 2022 and remained at 10.5 bcm in 2023, reflecting relatively stable performance following the earlier decline.
Overall, the dataset highlights fluctuations in LNG exports driven by natural gas production levels, upstream supply availability, maintenance activities, and changing global market conditions. Despite lower export volumes in recent years, Trinidad & Tobago remained one of the leading LNG exporters in the Caribbean and an important supplier to international LNG markets.
The dataset is valuable for evaluating Trinidad & Tobago's LNG export outlook, analyzing international trade performance, and assessing export competitiveness. It supports market research, infrastructure planning, investment analysis, and policy development while providing valuable insights for researchers, industry stakeholders, analysts, and policymakers monitoring LNG exports, supply trends, global demand, and developments across the country's natural gas sector.
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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.
Trinidad & Tobago Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports was 10.50 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023, up 0% on 2022.
Trinidad & Tobago Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Exports moved from 16.40 Billion Cubic Metres in 2015 to 10.50 Billion Cubic Metres in 2023 (−36%), an average of −5.4% a year. The series high was 17.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2019 and the low 9.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2021.
The highest value was 17.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2019 and the lowest was 9.10 Billion Cubic Metres in 2021.
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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