Federal Register #MARAD-2025-0096

Final Public Hearing Notice: ST LNG Deepwater Port Development Project License Application

This opportunity concerns a final public hearing for the ST LNG Deepwater Port Development Project license application, overseen by the Maritime Administration (MARAD) of the U.S. Department of Transportation. - Government Buyer: - Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Department of Transportation - Project Overview: - Proposed development of a deepwater port terminal for exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) offshore from Matagorda, Texas - Facility to be located approximately 10.4 nautical miles offshore in the Brazos Outer Continental Shelf Lease Block 476 - Water depth at site: 65 to 72 feet - Project includes four liquefaction systems, each with a capacity of 2.1 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), totaling up to 8.4 MTPA export capacity - Purpose of Notice: - Announcement of a final public hearing to gather input on the license application - No procurement of goods or services is being solicited at this stage - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in this notice - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus is on regulatory approval and public engagement, not on acquisition of products or services

Description

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) announces the final public hearing for the ST LNG Deepwater Port Development Project license application for exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the United States to foreign nations. The project is located approximately 10.4 nautical miles offshore Matagorda, Texas, involving four liquefaction systems installed in the Brazos Outer Continental Shelf Lease Block 476 in 65 to 72 feet of water. The hearing is scheduled for August 12, 2026, at the Bay City Civic Center, Texas, with an open house prior to the hearing. MARAD encourages public participation and comments, which will inform the decision on the license application.

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