Germany in Talks With Shell for LNG to Replace Russian Fuel
- Government aims to begin importing LNG from this winter
- The chancellor’s top economic aide held discussions in Sydney
A terminal for connecting floating stations for liquified natural gas under construction near Wilhelmshaven, Germany, on July 8.
Photographer: David Hecker/Getty Images
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Germany is in negotiations with some of the world’s top liquefied natural gas suppliers, including energy giant Shell Plc, to replace Russian fuel with alternative supplies.
The government, which aims to begin importing LNG this winter, is currently in talks with several companies for long-term supply contracts, said people with knowledge of the matter. It is also considering signing more deals with US exporter Venture Global LNG, said the people, who requested anonymity as the discussions are private.