26/10/2026
Trinidad and Tobago's offshore energy sector is positioning itself for a major resurgence, fueling a massive wave of maritime activity across our waters.
With substantial multi-billion dollar investments pouring into new deepwater exploration, mature fields, and major natural gas projects like Cypre, Ginger, and the Manatee field, the energy landscape is shifting gears. This surge in upstream development directly drives our status as a leading exporter of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and essential petrochemicals like ammonia and methanol.
Every molecule exported means more oceangoing ships from massive LNG carriers to specialized chemical tankers navigating the Gulf of Paria.
The Shipping Boom Demands Stronger Onshore Support
An increase in maritime traffic naturally brings an urgent, soaring demand for world-class maritime services. Ocean-bound fleets require technical maintenance, logistics support, and dedicated emergency readiness.
Why the La Brea Shipyard of T&T is More Critical Than Ever?
To capture the full economic value of this shipping boom, accelerating the La Brea Shipyard of T&T La is an absolute necessity. By establishing a top-tier dry-docking and ship repair hub right in South Trinidad, we can service both our domestic offshore support vessels and the massive global fleets operating in our region.
Maximizing our offshore resources goes hand-in-hand with building a resilient blue economy. Let us build the infrastructure to keep T&T moving forward!
Private Sector Organisation of Trinidad and Tobago
Ministry of Trade, Investment and Tourism
Ministry of Planning, Economic Affairs and Development
Atlantic LNG Company of Trinidad and Tobago
Ministry of Finance, Trinidad and Tobago
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