SP03 - LNG Markets, Industry Evolution and Demand Drivers
Despite the obvious requirement to support growing LNG trade, the LNG shipping industry faces a complex mix of challenges that will define its future. What are the key issues driving the sector’s transformation and what are the short- and long-term strategies needed to maintain a competitive edge? This panel session brings together some of the shipping industry’s top voices to discuss:
• How do LNG shipowners and operators balance long-term regulatory compliance with operational feasibility?
• What impact do LNG demand fluctuations have on freight rates, trade routes, and long-term contracts?
• How can the LNG industry attract talent and leverage AI, blockchain, and automation for greater efficiencty?
• How can the industry provide investors with confidence that LNG shipping will provide stable, long-term returns?