LNG Trading, Pricing & Risk Management

This course is ideal for:

• Energy traders and risk management professionals.
• LNG procurement and commercial managers.
• Market analysts and investment professionals.
• Legal and finance professionals in energy sectors.
• Government and regulatory authorities overseeing LNG markets.

Day 1: Overview of LNG Markets

• The LNG value chain: production, liquefaction, transportation, and regasification
• Global supply-demand fundamentals
• LNG trading hubs and major market players

Day 2: LNG Pricing Mechanisms

• Long-term contracts vs. spot market trading
• Indexation to oil and gas benchmarks (Henry Hub, JKM, Brent)
• LNG price volatility and influencing factors

Day 3: Risk Management in LNG Trading

• Market risks: price, credit, and geopolitical risks
• Financial instruments for hedging (futures, swaps, and options)
• Case study: managing LNG price fluctuations

Day 4: LNG Contracts & Negotiations

• Types of LNG contracts (SPA, MSA, HOA)
• Contract clauses and risk allocation
• Negotiation strategies for traders and buyers

Day 5: Future Trends & Emerging Strategies

• The role of LNG in the energy transition
• The impact of environmental regulations on LNG markets
• Digitalization and AI in LNG trading and risk management