Register Now for the LDC Gas Gulf Coast Energy Forum 2026 – October 14 – October 16, New Orleans, LA

8th Annual In-Person Event
Dates: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 – Friday, October 16, 2026
Location: The Westin Canal Place Hotel, New Orleans, LA

More than 350 natural gas industry decision-makers will gather in New Orleans for the 8th Annual Gulf Coast Energy Forum — the premier commercial-focused event dedicated to the U.S. Gulf Coast energy and LNG export markets.

As the U.S. Gulf Coast continues to serve as the epicenter of global LNG supply, this Forum provides a purpose-built venue for industry leaders to examine market dynamics, analyze emerging trends, and negotiate commercial transactions for buying, selling, and transporting natural gas across the entire LNG value chain.

This is more than a conference. It is a deal-driven environment where commercial professionals connect, collaborate, and conduct business in real time.

2026 Key Topics

• LNG Export Market Overview: Terminal Capacity, Global LNG Demand, Pricing & Forecasts
• LNG Feedgas Capability & New LNG Projects
• Competing Demand for LNG Feedgas (including AI Data Centers)
• Optimal Producing Basins Supplying U.S. Gulf Coast LNG Exports
• Infrastructure: Capabilities, Constraints, Storage, New Projects, Virtual Pipeline
• Energy Policy & Regulatory Developments
• Gas/Electric Coordination
• Natural Gas Supply Chain Considerations
• Technology & Low-Carbon Energy Solutions

The agenda is structured from a commercial perspective, exploring monetization strategies and market implications across upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors — including the growing role of natural gas in powering AI data centers and global LNG markets.

Who Attends?

The entire natural gas value chain is represented, including:

• LNG Facility Operators & Export Terminal Representatives
• Producers & Marketers
• Pipelines & Storage Operators
• LDCs & Utilities
• End Users
• Traders & Shipping Companies
• Regulators & Policy Makers
• Market Analysts
• Key Service & Technology Providers

About the Forum

The Gulf Coast Energy Forum is produced by the team behind the highly successful LDC Gas Forum and NatGas To Power Forum series. Like all events in the series, the focus is clear: commercial operations, actionable intelligence, and meaningful deal-making.

This Forum delivers timely data, insight, and analysis while creating an environment where networking and transactions naturally occur.

Why Attend?

• Purpose-Built for Dealmakers: Engage directly with professionals responsible for commercial transactions.
• Strategic Location: Held in the heart of the U.S. Gulf Coast — the center of global LNG activity.
• High-Value Networking: Multiple structured networking opportunities before, during, and after sessions.
• Actionable Insights: Hear from industry leaders actively shaping LNG markets — and get answers to your questions.
• Post-Event Access: Receive presentation materials and follow up directly with speakers and attendees.

Who Should Attend?

• Gas Buyers (Utilities & End Users): Identify new supply, transportation, and storage opportunities.
• Producers: Discover new markets and optimize transportation/storage strategies.
• Marketers: Expand supply sources and market reach.
• Pipeline & Storage Operators: Connect with new and existing shippers.
• Service & Technology Providers: Engage directly with operators across the LNG value chain.

How This Forum Stands Apart

The Gulf Coast Energy Forum is centered on commercial operations spanning the entire LNG value chain — from feedstock supply and transportation logistics to global end-use markets. Speakers and attendees are active dealmakers focused on maximizing returns and executing transactions.

Network with existing and prospective counterparties in the most strategically significant LNG market in the world — the U.S. Gulf Coast.

Special Offer

Use discount code GCAllStreamCalendar to receive $125 off your registration.