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JERA considering how to utilise gas portfolio beyond Japan, says CEO
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Publish Date: Wed, 28 Jan 2026, 05:54 AM

SOUTH GOA, India, Jan 28 (Reuters) - The chief executive of Japan's top liquefied natural gas (LNG) buyer JERA said on Wednesday that the company is considering how to utilize its portfolio beyond Japan.
Speaking at the India Energy Week conference, Izumi Kai also added that JERA needs more flexible LNG contracts, and to handle shipping by themselves to manage market uncertainty.
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https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/jera-considering-how-utilise-gas-portfolio-beyond-japan-says-ceo-2026-01-28/