World LNG Summit & Awards to take place in Istanbul, Türkiye on 2-5 December 2025
The global liquefied natural gas industry will gather in Istanbul this December as the World LNG Summit & Awards celebrates its 25th anniversary, bringing together over 1,000 attendees from across the energy value chain.
Hosted by BOTAŞ, Turkey’s state pipeline company, the four-day event from 2-5 December will welcome more than 120 senior speakers and representatives from over 500 companies spanning 50 countries. The summit will address critical industry themes including geopolitical disruptions, market evolution, energy security expansion, and decarbonisation efforts under the banner “expanding energy horizons”.
strategic location reinforces turkey’s energy ambitions
Istanbul’s position at the crossroads of Europe and Asia makes it an ideal venue for global LNG discussions, according to organisers. The city’s strategic location connects key energy markets whilst embodying the intersection of diverse energy landscapes.
Abdulvahit Fidan, chairman and managing director of BOTAŞ, emphasised Turkey’s growing role in the sector: “Turkey is at the forefront of this transformation. By securing long-term supply agreements and expanding critical infrastructure – including state-of-the-art terminals and interconnectors – we are diversifying energy sources and strengthening our position as a key regional gas hub.”
The Turkish executive highlighted the country’s contribution to European energy resilience through strategic partnerships and innovation, noting the importance of ensuring stability amid evolving geopolitical challenges.
comprehensive programme addresses industry priorities
The summit will feature an expanded programme including the strategic conference, leadership roundtables, and the World LNG Awards evening. A newly introduced traders’ forum reflects the industry’s growing focus on commercial dynamics and market mechanisms.
Industry leaders from across the global value chain are confirmed to participate, including executives from major players such as Cheniere, Shell, ExxonMobil, PetroChina International, and Nigeria LNG. Representatives from infrastructure developers, trading houses, and regulatory bodies will contribute to discussions on market development and policy frameworks.
LNG’s evolving role in global energy transition
The summit comes as LNG continues to play a significant role in meeting growing global energy demand whilst serving as a bridging fuel in the transition towards lower emissions. Industry participants will examine how LNG delivers enhanced market resilience and supports reduced reliance on coal-fired generation.
The event’s timing reflects the sector’s focus on balancing immediate energy security needs with longer-term decarbonisation goals. Discussions will explore how technological innovation and strategic partnerships can unlock opportunities for a more sustainable energy future.
Sponsors supporting the 25th anniversary summit include Cheniere, Venture Global, Commonwealth LNG, NLNG, Bechtel, MidOcean Energy, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Poten & Partners, and Sempra Infrastructure, demonstrating broad industry backing for the milestone event.
To find out more about the agenda, speakers and registration, please visit https://bit.ly/4mdg7bi
