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Irish LNG terminal set to tackle supply concerns

Ireland could import US LNG starting from 2022 and boost security of supply post-Brexit, but only if it can overcome fierce domestic opposition to the Shannon regas project Ireland could import US LNG starting from 2022 and boost security of supply post-Brexit, but only if it can overcome fierce domestic opposition to the Shannon regas project.
By Anna Gumbau 5 hours ago Europe & Russia / LNG 0 34764
A Shell to Sea activist taking part in a protest that blocked the road to the Bellanaboy gas terminal in 2012. (PA)

The key issue: Shannon LNG was one of only three developments in Western Europe to be included in the fourth list of EU Projects of Common Interest for gas.

Interfax analysis: The EU has supported Ireland’s plans to build an onshore LNG terminal by including the development in its list of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs), although local opposition will be difficult to overcome.

New York-based New Fortress Energy is developing Shannon LNG, which has a planned send-out capacity...