Algeria boosts LNG exports as global supply disruptions reshape energy flows

Algeria’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports are surging amid escalating regional tensions and shipping constraints in the Strait of Hormuz since the US and Israel attacked Iran, Attaqa reported on March 17.

Algeria’s LNG exports rose by 74% during the first two weeks of March, exceeding 462,000 tonnes, compared with around 265,000 tonnes in the same period of February. Weekly shipments also increased sharply, climbing from 201,000 tonnes in early March to 261,000 tonnes the following week.

The rise reflects growing European demand for alternative energy supplies, supported by Algeria’s strategic location on the Mediterranean, which allows it to bypass disruptions affecting Gulf exports.

Industry sources indicate that Algeria is actively seeking to capitalise on favourable spot market prices while ramping up operational capacity and considering redirecting some cargoes to Arab importers.

Exports to Europe have expanded notably, with shipments to France rising from 65,000 tonnes to over 108,000 tonnes week-on-week. Turkey maintained steady inflows totalling 136,000 tonnes, while Spain resumed imports with a 75,000-tonne shipment. Croatia also re-entered the market, receiving 76,000 tonnes for the first time since mid-2025.

In contrast, Algeria’s crude oil exports declined by 22.7% in early March to an average of 270,000 barrels per day, although flows rebounded later in the month.

Algeria is working to strengthen its position as a reliable supplier and continues investing in infrastructure and production capacity.