Venture Global Deepens LNG Ties with Germany Through Expanded SEFE Deal
In a powerful move to reinforce energy stability across Europe, Venture Global has announced an expanded agreement with German state-owned energy company Securing Energy for Europe GmbH (SEFE).
The new deal, which sees SEFE’s subsidiary SEFE Energy GmbH commit to an additional 0.75 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Venture Global’s CP2 LNG project, brings the total offtake volume for SEFE to 3.0 MTPA over a 20-year span.
The amended contract builds on the sales and purchase agreement inked in 2023, demonstrating Germany’s continued pivot towards reliable LNG imports as it works to stabilise energy prices and reduce dependency on unstable markets. SEFE’s expanded commitment makes Venture Global one of Germany’s most critical energy partners.
Emerging as Germany’s Leading LNG Supplier
With this latest agreement, Venture Global is set to become Germany’s largest LNG supplier, boasting a combined 5 MTPA in 20-year offtake agreements, including previous commitments with EnBW. This marks a significant milestone not only for the company but for Germany, which continues to reshape its energy landscape in the wake of shifting global dynamics.
Venture Global has already delivered nearly 80 LNG cargoes to Germany from its Calcasieu Pass and Plaquemines LNG terminals, enough to supply power to eight million German households for a year. These consistent deliveries underscore the company’s growing reputation as a dependable long-term energy partner.
Mike Sabel, CEO of Venture Global, underscored the strategic importance of the partnership: “Venture Global is thrilled to expand our strategic partnership with Germany and SEFE and play a leading role in ensuring security of energy supply and affordability for not only Germany but the rest of the European gas market.”
Powering Global Energy Security
Venture Global’s CP2 LNG facility, located in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, is the company’s third major LNG project. With around 11.5 MTPA of its Phase One capacity already contracted, CP2 has emerged as a cornerstone of Venture Global’s global portfolio. The project is crucial not just for European partners like SEFE but also for energy security throughout Asia and other parts of the world.
Once fully operational, CP2 is expected to deliver affordable, stable LNG supplies with low lifecycle emissions thanks to integrated carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) technologies. It forms part of a broader initiative to decarbonise the global energy supply chain while keeping costs within reach.
This latest agreement pushes Venture Global’s total contracted capacity across all projects to an impressive 41.5 MTPA, reflecting the company’s aggressive growth trajectory and global demand for dependable LNG solutions.
A Fully Integrated LNG Business
Unlike many of its competitors, Venture Global operates a fully integrated LNG value chain. This includes natural gas extraction from North America’s resource-rich basins, liquefaction, shipping, and regasification. By controlling every stage of the LNG lifecycle, the company ensures high operational efficiency, cost control, and seamless delivery to global clients.
The company’s first facility, Calcasieu Pass, began producing LNG in January 2022 and achieved commercial operations in April 2025. Plaquemines LNG, the second plant, hit its first production milestone in December 2024 and continues to ramp up. Together with CP2, these facilities form the backbone of Venture Global’s ambition to offer more than 100 MTPA of nameplate production capacity.
What sets Venture Global apart is not just scale, but its forward-thinking approach. Every facility is designed to integrate carbon capture, storage, and monitoring technologies, showing a strong commitment to decarbonisation.
Germany’s Frontline in Energy Security
SEFE, short for Securing Energy for Europe GmbH, is no ordinary buyer. Owned by the Federal Republic of Germany, SEFE plays a vital role in ensuring stable energy supplies to both industrial customers and municipal utilities. Based in Berlin, the company employs over 1,500 professionals and is deeply embedded in Germany’s energy value chain.
Its core focus includes:
- Energy trading and portfolio management
- Gas sales and distribution
- Storage operations
- Pipeline infrastructure management
Through its partnership with Venture Global, SEFE is not only strengthening its own supply chain but also bolstering Germany’s—and indeed Europe’s—energy resilience.
This agreement is a strategic piece in a wider European puzzle to reduce dependency on volatile suppliers and invest in transparent, long-term energy cooperation.
Climate Considerations and the Road Ahead
With growing pressure on governments and corporations to decarbonise, LNG is increasingly seen as a transition fuel. It bridges the gap between coal-based power and future renewables. Venture Global’s push to include carbon capture at each of its sites enhances LNG’s credibility as a cleaner option.
The collaboration between Venture Global and SEFE also sends a clear message: energy security doesn’t have to come at the expense of environmental responsibility. By integrating CCS technologies and adhering to stringent environmental protocols, the partnership is helping reshape the narrative around LNG.
As Germany continues to shutter coal and nuclear plants, agreements like this become essential. They guarantee not only the lights stay on, but that the power is more sustainable.
A Clear Signal of Confidence
The fact that Germany, through SEFE, has chosen to deepen ties with a US-based supplier indicates a strong level of trust in both reliability and geopolitical alignment. The long-term nature of the deal—20 years—signals stability in a sector too often rocked by market shocks and policy shifts.
SEFE’s decision to increase offtake from CP2 is a nod to Venture Global’s track record, technological innovation, and operational capacity. As global energy players look for robust and scalable partnerships, this one could become a blueprint.
Charting a Greener and More Secure Energy Future
With its growing fleet of production facilities, strategic carbon capture investments, and a customer base that includes some of the world’s top economies, Venture Global is clearly charting a long-term course. Partnering with SEFE not only secures reliable gas flows into Germany but also aligns with a larger energy transition agenda.
As the world moves towards balancing energy security, affordability, and climate action, this partnership offers a glimpse into what that future could look like: cleaner, steadier, and built on mutual trust.
