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LNG Sales, Marketing and Trading
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LNG Sales, Marketing and Trading

Foundations of Sales and Purchase Agreements, Marketing, Shipping and Trading in the LNG industry
Created byArder Energy
Last updated 4/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand key aspects of Marketing, Selling, and Trading LNG
  • Outline commercial aspects of LNG shipping operations
  • List key players in LNG Markets and their interests & functions
  • Identify the main LNG markets and market segments (Spot Market - JKM / TTF / NBP; long-term offtake agreements) and hedging opportunities
  • Develop a solid basic understanding of LNG pricing formulas and their commercial implications
  • Define the main elements of LNG Sales & Purchase Agreements and associated negotiation dynamics
  • Appreciate core aspects of LNG economics and netback analysis

Course content

8 sections43 lectures2h 8m total length
  • Introduction2:09
  • Curriculum2:02

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of LNG and Natural Gas as commodities helpful, but not required (recap of basics provided in the beginning, see curriculum)
  • For those completely new to the energy industry, recommend "LNG 101" or a similar course first
  • Basic understanding of commodity and derivative markets helpful

Description

Master the Fastest-Growing Sector in Global Energy

Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is no longer just a niche—it is the fastest-growing segment of the global energy industry. As market liquidity surges, the demand for professionals who understand LNG trading, pricing, and contracting has never been higher. This course is your gateway to the exciting career and business opportunities within this evolving landscape.


UPDATE MARCH 2026: Energy markets are shifting rapidly with the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. While this is reshaping trade patterns and market shares, understanding the fundamentals is now more critical than ever. This course provides the essential framework required to analyze and navigate these global shifts.


What You Will Learn This course provides a comprehensive deep dive into the commercial LNG value chain. We move beyond the basics to focus on the "engine room" of the business:

  • Feed Gas Procurement: Understanding the start of the molecule's journey.

  • Pricing Formulas: Master the mechanics of how LNG is actually valued.

  • Sale & Purchase Agreements (SPAs): Deconstruct the core contracts that govern the industry.

  • Project Netbacks: Learn to calculate profitability across the global supply chain.


Course Structure & Requirements

  • Standalone & Comprehensive: We include a "refresher" on LNG fundamentals (curated from our LNG 101 course) to ensure you have a solid baseline.

  • Who This Is For: Ideal for professionals in Business, Finance, or Engineering (Petroleum/Chemical), as well as investors, journalists, and recent graduates. No specific technical background is required—only a desire to master the commercial side of energy.

  • Career Acceleration: This is designed to provide an efficient, steep learning curve, moving you from foundational knowledge to advanced contracting and marketing concepts.


Join a Global Community Whether you are looking to pivot your career, enhance your investment strategy, or refine your industry expertise, this course delivers a broad yet high-impact introduction to LNG Sales and Trading.


Note: This course is periodically updated with fresh industry insights. It does not provide legal or investment advice.

Who this course is for:

  • Energy Professionals involved in commercial aspects of LNG projects
  • Investors analyzing LNG value chain players and associated prospects
  • Journalists covering LNG markets
  • Graduates moving into the LNG industry
  • Commodity traders looking for an introduction to LNG-specific trading aspects