Shell, Sunlink Approve HI Gas Project Offshore Nigeria to Power NLNG Expansion and Strengthen Global LNG Supply
Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo)—a subsidiary of Shell plc—in partnership with Sunlink Energies and Resources Limited, has announced a final investment decision (FID) on the HI Gas Project, located offshore Nigeria.
Once operational, the HI Project will supply gas to Nigeria LNG (NLNG), where Shell holds a significant equity interest.
This move will support the continued production and export of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to global markets, with first gas expected before the end of the decade.
Peter Costello, Shell’s Upstream President, stated that the decision underscores Shell’s long-term commitment to Nigeria’s energy sector, particularly in deepwater development and integrated gas projects.
He highlighted that the initiative will enhance Shell’s global gas portfolio while reinforcing Nigeria’s position as a major player in the global LNG industry.
The HI Project will expand feedstock supply to NLNG’s Train 7 development, aligning with Shell’s ambition to steadily grow its global LNG output over the coming years.
The project is also expected to create substantial employment opportunities during both its construction and operational phases, driving economic growth within Nigeria.
Discovered several decades ago, the HI field lies offshore in moderate water depths and holds significant recoverable gas reserves.
Once developed, it will represent a major addition to Nigeria’s gas infrastructure, further solidifying the country’s role as a key contributor to the global energy transition.
