# Exclusive: QatarEnergy LNG expansion project poised to start operations in November, sources say

https://mins.news/en/item/89792

- Reuters, 2026-10-07 14:15 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/first-lng-train-qatarenergys-nfe-project-is-ready-start-two-sources-say-2026-10-07/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6ac653e8a05e110001aa86fa

> The first LNG train in QatarEnergy’s North Field East expansion is expected to be ready to operate in November, two people familiar with the company’s plans said. The project could help Qatar restore some production lost in Iranian attacks.

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