Cheniere Energy

NYSE: LNG

Updated Mar 29, 2026

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Cheniere Energy

LNG

Cheniere Energy is the largest producer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the United States, headquartered in Houston.

Founded: 1996
Employees: 1,800+
Revenue: $15 billion (2023)
HQ: Houston, TX

LNG ProductionLNG ExportNatural Gas LiquefactionGlobal LNG Marketing

Cheniere Energy, Inc. is the largest producer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the United States and the second-largest LNG operator in the world. Headquartered in Houston, the company owns and operates the Sabine Pass LNG terminal in Louisiana and the Corpus Christi LNG terminal in Texas, both of which are major export facilities supplying LNG to global markets.

Headquarters

Houston, TX

Founded

1996

Employees

1,800+

Revenue

$15 billion (2023)

CEO

Jack Fusco

Website

cheniere.com

History of Cheniere Energy

Cheniere Energy was originally founded as a natural gas exploration company in 1996. Under the leadership of former CEO Charif Souki, the company pivoted to LNG after recognizing the potential for US natural gas exports. Sabine Pass LNG shipped its first cargo in 2016, making it the first large-scale LNG export facility in the contiguous United States.

Operations & Business Segments

Cheniere operates two LNG terminals: Sabine Pass in Cameron Parish, Louisiana (6 trains, ~30 MTPA capacity) and Corpus Christi in Texas (3 trains with expansion underway). The company also operates the Creole Trail Pipeline and Corpus Christi Pipeline connecting its facilities to major gas pipelines.

Headquarters Location

Houston, TX

Key Specialties & Capabilities

LNG ProductionLNG ExportNatural Gas LiquefactionGlobal LNG MarketingSabine Pass TerminalCorpus Christi Terminal

Frequently Asked Questions About Cheniere Energy

Is Cheniere Energy the biggest LNG company in the US?▾

Yes. Cheniere Energy is the largest producer and exporter of LNG in the United States, operating two major terminals with a combined capacity of approximately 45 million tonnes per annum.

Where are Cheniere's LNG terminals?▾

Cheniere operates the Sabine Pass LNG terminal in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, and the Corpus Christi LNG terminal in San Patricio County, Texas.

Why is LNG important for Houston?▾

Houston is the center of the US LNG industry, with companies like Cheniere, Shell, and ExxonMobil managing LNG operations from the city. LNG exports have become a major driver of Houston's energy economy.

What does Cheniere Energy do in Houston?▾

Cheniere Energy is a midstream company based in Houston, TX. Cheniere Energy is the largest producer of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the United States, headquartered in Houston.

Where is Cheniere Energy headquartered?▾

Cheniere Energy is headquartered in Houston, TX, founded in 1996. The company operates in Houston's energy corridor as part of the midstream sector.