This training course course provides a comprehensive understanding of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) market, covering supply chain, demand, pricing mechanisms, trading strategies, and risk management. Participants will learn about the global LNG industry, key players, and the economics and commercial aspects of LNG projects.
What are the goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
Understand the dynamics of the LNG market and the supply chain
Evaluate the demand for LNG and the factors that influence it
Analyze pricing mechanisms and strategies used in LNG trading
Develop an understanding of the LNG value chain and commercial structures
Learn about risk management and hedging strategies in the LNG market
Who is this training course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
LNG traders, marketers, and sales professionals
LNG project managers and engineers
LNG investors and financiers
Oil and gas analysts and consultants
Government officials and regulators involved in energy policy and planning
Course Outline
Day One: Introduction to LNG Market Fundamentals
Overview of the global LNG industry and its growth prospects
LNG supply chain, including production, transportation, regasification, and distribution
LNG market dynamics and drivers, including supply and demand fundamentals, key players, and market trends
Understanding LNG pricing mechanisms, including oil-linked, hub-indexed, and hybrid pricing
Day Two: LNG Demand and Supply Analysis
Analysis of global LNG demand drivers, including emerging markets, power generation, and transportation
Analysis of LNG supply sources and producers, including the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and North America
Understanding the impact of geopolitical factors and regional dynamics on LNG supply and demand
Day Three: LNG Contracts and Agreements
Overview of different types of LNG contracts, including long-term, medium-term, and spot contracts
Analysis of LNG sales and purchase agreements (SPAs), including key terms and conditions
Understanding the role of LNG traders, brokers, and intermediaries in LNG transactions
Case studies of successful and failed LNG projects and contracts
Day Four: LNG Trading Strategies and Risk Management
Overview of different LNG trading strategies, including physical and financial trading
Analysis of LNG trading risks, including price risk, credit risk, operational risk, and geopolitical risk
Understanding the role of risk management and hedging in LNG trading
Case studies of successful and failed LNG trading strategies and risk management practices
Day Five: Future of LNG Market and Emerging Trends
Overview of emerging trends in the LNG market, including small-scale LNG, floating LNG, and LNG as a fuel
Understanding the role of technology and innovation in the LNG industry
Analysis of the impact of environmental regulations and climate change on the LNG market
Strategic planning and decision-making in the LNG industry, including investment analysis and project evaluation
The certificate
Coventry Academy Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course