Crowley, Naturgy Partner to Boost LNG Shipments to Puerto Rico

Crowley has launched the first US-flagged liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier, American Energy, to transport US-sourced LNG to Puerto Rico, addressing the island's ongoing energy challenges. This initiative, in partnership with Spain’s Naturgy, includes a multi-year agreement for regular deliveries to support Puerto Rico's power demands, particularly following the devastation of Hurricane Maria. Each delivery can provide enough energy to power 80,000 homes for a year, marking a significant improvement in fuel supply reliability for the island's energy grid. The American Energy, which is crewed by US mariners, is expected to make regular trips from the US Gulf Coast to Puerto Rico, enhancing the territory's energy infrastructure. Governor Jenniffer González-Colón highlighted the importance of this partnership in stabilizing the energy grid and providing consistent power to residents and businesses. The venture represents a crucial step towards improving Puerto Rico's energy security and reducing chronic outages.