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Gas & LNG Contracts Negotiation

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Gas & LNG Contracts Negotiation

Strategies and Negotiation Techniques

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
23 - 27 Mar 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
11 - 15 May 2026 London $ 5,950
18 - 22 May 2026 Singapore City $ 5,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
28 Sep - 02 Oct 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026 London $ 5,950
09 - 13 Nov 2026 London $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
13 - 17 Jul 2026 Online $ 3,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

Negotiating gas and LNG contracts is a complex and high-stakes discipline shaped by volatile prices, cultural differences, and evolving legal and commercial risks across global markets. This course equips professionals with an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of downstream, midstream, and upstream activities that influence contract negotiation in the oil and gas industry. The Gas & LNG Contracts Negotiation training course provides strategic insight into how buyers and sellers negotiate Sales Agreements, Transportation Agreements, and Purchase Agreements, emphasising key contractual principles, risk management issues, and international model contracts.

Participants will learn how to negotiate effectively under diverse commercial pressures, assess contractual pitfalls, and draft terms that protect organisational interests while enabling profitable transactions. By strengthening negotiation techniques, understanding legal principles, and working with dispute resolution mechanisms, the Gas & LNG Contracts Negotiation training course prepares professionals to navigate the complexities of LNG and gas sales contracts with confidence and strategic clarity.

Skills & Competencies

From this Gas & LNG Contracts Negotiation training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • LNG and gas negotiation strategy
  • Contract risk assessment and mitigation
  • Contractual drafting proficiency
  • Force majeure and liability clause mastery
  • Dispute resolution and ADR capability
  • International commercial contract insight

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Gas & LNG Contracts Negotiation training course, you will learn to:

  • Identify common contractual pitfalls in gas and LNG contracts.
  • Negotiate LNG contracts with clarity on insurance, liability, and indemnity clauses.
  • Draft and apply effective force majeure clauses.
  • Assess and manage risks relevant to LNG contracting.
  • Apply alternative dispute resolution methods within contractual contexts.

How You Will Learn

This course uses structured exploration of contract principles, risk management techniques, and negotiation frameworks tailored to LNG and gas markets. Participants reinforce learning through interactive exercises, scenario discussions, and practical application of negotiation tactics. Emphasis is placed on translating conceptual knowledge into effective negotiation and drafting practices that support profitable and defendable contractual outcomes.

Who should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals involved in contracting, negotiation, and commercial roles within the oil and gas sector.

This Gas & LNG Contracts Negotiation training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Contract negotiators and commercial managers
  • Legal and compliance personnel involved in energy contracts
  • Risk managers and commercial analysts
  • Procurement and supply chain professionals
  • Government and regulatory representatives engaged in energy markets
Course Outline
Day 1

Dynamic of Downstream, Midstream, Upstream & Contract Law

This day introduces the oil and gas industry structure and legal foundations that support contract negotiation. Participants explore essential contract principles and remedies for breach. The topics covered will include:
  • Introduction to LNG & Sales Contracts
  • Training objectives
  • key terms and definition
  • The main international industry players
  • Introduction to specific LNG and Sales agreements
  • Legal System and Contract Law
    • Mandatory elements of a legally enforceable contract
    • Contract Law: Contract formation
    • Contract Law: Contract terms
    • Contract Law: Interpretation of contract terms
    • Contract Law: Remedies for breach of contract
    • Assessing available remedies for breach of contract
    • Rescission
    • Compensatory damages
    • Consequential and incidental damages
    • Liquidated damages
    • Specific performance
    • Injunctive Relief
Day 2

The Essence of the LNG Sales Contracts

This day focuses on the characteristics of LNG sales agreements and commercial realities within the contractual process. Participants examine drafting, enforcement, and cultural influences in contract negotiation. The topics covered will include:
  • Characteristics of LNG sales contracts
  • The contractual process
  • Commercial realities
  • Drafts and drafting
  • Enforcement
  • Fundamental legal principles
  • Cultural and language issues
    • Fundamental Legal Principles
    • LNG Sales Contracts
    • What is LNG?
    • The LNG Industry
    • LNG Value Chain
    • LNG Sales, and LNG sale and Purchase Agreements
    • Financing of LNG Projects
    • Current Issues in LNG
    • Transportation Agreements
    • The contractual arrangements put in place for getting petroleum from the wellhead to the market place
    • Off taking and transporting Oil & Gas (pipeline or ship)
    • Typical terms of a Gas Pipeline Transportation and Processing Agreement (TPA)
    • Transportation (or Transhipment) of crude oil and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) or Gas to Liquids (GTL)
    • International practices and model contracts
Day 3

Gas Sale & Purchase Agreements

This day explores core elements of gas sale and purchase contracts, including delivery, pricing, force majeure, and payment terms. Participants analyse practical issues such as quality, measurement, and invoicing. The topics covered will include:
  • Types of Gas Sales Agreements
  • Parties
  • Term and Effectiveness: Duration and delayed start date provisions
  • Sale, Purchase and Delivery
  • Gas Reserves
  • How to express gas quantities in pipeline gas contracts
  • Take-or-pay, Carry Forward and Make Up
  • Current practice on shortfall penalties
  • Quality
  • Price
  • Nominations, Undertake, and Overtake
  • Measurement and Testing
  • Invoicing and Payment
  • Force-Majeure in gas sales contracts, the differences between pipeline gas and LNG
  • Termination
  • Tax
Day 4

Force Majeure Clauses

This day examines the purpose and mechanics of force majeure clauses, insurance provisions, and operational coordination. Participants apply case study analysis to avoid common pitfalls. The topics covered will include:
    • Understand the purpose and risks this clause is intended to mitigate
    • Avoiding common Force Majeure pitfalls
    • Protect yourself from abuse and misuse of this clause
    • Mechanics of exercising Force Majeure rights
    • Practical Exercise: Case studies
  • Insurance Provisions
    • Overview of coverage types
    • Understanding typical insurance exclusions
    • Assessing the quality of your insurance carrier
    • Evaluating deductibles and coverage limits
    • Insurance subordination issues
    • Effective claims management
  • Contract Management
  • Operational issues
  • Gas delivery procedures and coordination between suppliers, terminal operator, transporters and users
  • Types of dispute resolution vehicles
  • Importance of the dispute resolution clause
Day 5

Contract Claims & Dispute Resolutions

This day focuses on claims assessment, dispute resolution paths, and drafting effective ADR clauses. Participants engage in practical exercises including mock arbitration scenarios. The topics covered will include:
  • Types and Assessment of Claims
  • Tiered Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
  • Formal Dispute Resolution
  • Preventing costly litigation through effective use of ADR option
  • Types of dispute resolution vehicles
  • Assessing litigation vs. arbitration options
  • Mediation considerations
  • Considerations for selecting effective mediators and Arbitrators
  • Selecting arbitration and mediation rules of procedure
  • Drafting effective dispute resolution clause
  • Practical Exercise: Mock arbitration exercise
  • Contract Close Out
  • Contract Review, Evaluation, Lessons Learned
  • Seminar Overview – Learning Outcomes
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this course in-house enables organisations to align gas and LNG contract negotiation frameworks with internal commercial strategies, risk appetites, and contractual standards. Customisation allows teams to address specific market conditions, supplier dynamics, and negotiation challenges within their organisational context.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

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Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Gas & LNG Contracts Negotiation training course:

  • Stronger contractual negotiation capability
  • Enhanced understanding of commercial and legal risk exposure
  • Greater clarity in contract drafting and liability clauses
  • Improved ability to manage force majeure scenarios
  • Increased confidence in dispute resolution strategies
  • Strategic insight into international LNG and gas markets
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