An environmental approval is paving the way for the development of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Indonesia’s Masela block, which is expected to play a significant role in Asia’s energy security.
Inpex Masela, a joint venture between Inpex and the Japan Organization for Metals and Energy Security (JOGMEC), has received environmental approval for the Abadi LNG project from the government of Indonesia based on the environmental and social impact assessment.
The approval for the LNG project, which is currently in the front-end engineering and design (FEED) stage, covers the core elements of the project from drilling operations to the construction and operation of production and processing facilities, as well as the natural gas liquefaction plant, marking what is perceived to be a significant milestone in the development of the project.
With this approval in place, Inpex plans to progressively begin preparatory work at the project site, while securing the understanding and cooperation of the Indonesian government, relevant local authorities and surrounding communities.
