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First LNG deliveries from Oman to German firm begin despite Iran war

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Posted on April 1, 2026

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BERLIN, April 1 (Reuters) - The first deliveries of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Oman to a German company have begun despite the war in Iran, said a spokesperson for the German state-owned gas

Oman Launches LNG Deliveries to German Firm Despite Iran Conflict

Overview of Oman-Germany LNG Agreement and Delivery Status

First LNG Deliveries Begin Amid Regional Tensions

BERLIN, April 1 (Reuters) - The first deliveries of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Oman to a German company have begun despite the war in Iran, said a spokesperson for the German state-owned gas supplier Sefe on Wednesday.

The deliveries are currently unaffected by the developments in the Gulf region and have commenced as planned, said the spokesperson.

Future Outlook for LNG Deliveries

"From today's perspective, there are no concerns regarding future deliveries," added the spokesperson.

Details of the Oman LNG and Sefe Agreement

Sales and Purchase Agreement

Oman LNG signed a sales and purchase agreement with Germany's Secure Energy for Europe (Sefe) in March 2024.

Binding Term Sheet and Supply Commitments

The agreement follows a prior commitment where Oman LNG inked a binding term sheet to supply Sefe with 0.4 million metric tonnes a year of LNG starting in 2026.

Media Coverage

Germany's Capital business magazine first reported on the delivery start.

(Writing by Miranda Murray; editing by Matthias Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • First LNG cargoes from Oman to Germany’s SEFE have begun, unaffected by Iran war developments
  • Supply stems from a Sales and Purchase Agreement signed March 21, 2024 for 0.4 mtpa over 2026–2029, following an August 2023 term sheet (sefe.eu)
  • This marks a milestone in Germany‑Oman energy cooperation; SEFE is the first German firm to import Omani LNG (sefe.eu)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has the Iran war affected LNG deliveries from Oman to Germany?
According to Sefe, the current LNG deliveries from Oman to Germany are unaffected by the Iran war.
Which German company is receiving LNG from Oman?
The German company Secure Energy for Europe (Sefe) is receiving LNG deliveries from Oman.
When did Oman LNG sign the agreement with Sefe?
Oman LNG signed the sales and purchase agreement with Sefe in March 2024.
How much LNG will Oman supply to Germany starting in 2026?
Oman will supply Sefe with 0.4 million metric tonnes of LNG per year starting in 2026.
What is the outlook for future LNG deliveries from Oman to Germany?
Sefe stated that there are currently no concerns regarding future deliveries.

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