What is the scope and expected LNG production capacity of the first phase of Cheniere's Sabine Pass expansion project?

The first phase of Cheniere's Sabine Pass LNG expansion project includes Train 7, a boil-off gas re-liquefaction unit, and related infrastructure tied to the existing terminal; it has an expected total production capacity of over 6 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of LNG.

When does Cheniere expect to reach a final investment decision for the first phase of the Sabine Pass expansion, and what preliminary step has already been taken with Bechtel?

Cheniere expects to reach a final investment decision on the first phase by early 2027, and has already issued Bechtel a limited notice to proceed, allowing early engineering and procurement work to begin.

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