Tokyo Gas Co. is in discussions with multiple US liquefied natural gas suppliers to secure a long-term purchase agreement, as rising energy demand leaves Japan increasingly dependent on the fuel source.
Japan’s largest gas distributor is in talks with at least four companies over supply from projects dotting the US Gulf Coast, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The exporters include Energy Transfer LP and Commonwealth, according to the people, who asked not to be named because the information is private.
Tokyo Gas is considering various projects, including US facilities, the company said, without commenting on specific projects. ...