UAEs Main Gas Plant Restarts While LNG Output Remains Shuttered

The United Arab Emirates has resumed operations at its largest natural gas processing facility after a week-long shutdown triggered by regional attacks. Most LNG export capacity remains offline.

The UAE has restarted its primary natural gas processing facility, a critical step toward restoring domestic energy supply after a forced shutdown from military strikes last week.

However, the nation's liquefied natural gas export operations remain largely suspended, according to sources familiar with operations. The distinction highlights the regional crisis's asymmetric impact: domestic gas supplies for power generation are being prioritized, while export contracts face continued delays.

TankerMap tracks 7 major LNG import terminals and multiple export facilities across the Gulf. UAE capacity is essential for global LNG markets, with significant commitments to Asian buyers. The partial restart suggests a phased approach to resuming operations, with export markets remaining deprioritized amid security concerns and production constraints.