This practical title has been updated and features contributions from leading oil and gas companies, consultancies and law firms by writers who are specialists in their fields. The content spans the latest developments in traditional LNG matters such as structuring projects, sale and purchase agreements and shipping, as well as emerging business such as LNG from coal seam gas and shale and the forced reopening of contract terms. Together, the contributors provide a rare guide to the legal, regulatory, political and practical elements of today's LNG business.

Author Biography

Paul Griffin is recognised as one of the world's leading energy lawyers, with over 25 years' experience in the international oil, gas and LNG sectors. He focuses on M&A transactions an large-scale commercial agreements for energy clients. He has also been involved in disputes and matters of public law in relation to the oil and gas sector. Mr Griffin was named the Global Oil and Gas Lawyer of the Year 2010 (second consecutive year) by the Who's Who Legal Awards and the World's leading Energy Lawyer 2010 by Expert Guides: Best of the Best.