9/11/2025
(P&GJ) — Monkey Island LNG has awarded McDermott a master services agreement (MSA) for front-end engineering and planning on its proposed liquefied natural gas export terminal in Cameron Parish, Louisiana.
The project is being developed in two phases, with Phase 1 designed for three LNG trains producing a combined 15.6 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). Expansion plans would add two more trains, increasing total output to 26 MTPA.
Monkey Island LNG has selected the ConocoPhillips Optimized Cascade® process, and McDermott’s modular train design is expected to deliver up to 60% more LNG per acre compared with similar projects.
“By leveraging LNG mega-modules, we dramatically reduce the site footprint required for world-scale LNG production, which drives down project costs and risks,” said Greg Michaels, founder and CEO of Monkey Island LNG. “The project represents a $25 billion investment across two phases, positioning it among the largest private energy infrastructure developments in North America.”
Under the MSA, McDermott will provide engineering, execution planning, and pricing for the facility’s eventual engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract.
“This award underscores the depth of expertise of McDermott in LNG and modular design,” said Rob Shaul, senior vice president of low carbon solutions at McDermott. “Our integrated delivery model—including self-perform construction and a global network of fabrication yards—positions us to deliver a solution that maximizes value while minimizing risk.”
Engineering and permitting are expected to begin in 2026, with initial LNG production targeted for the early 2030s.
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