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CommoditiesMediumUpdated•Originally published 9 July 2026•Updated 9 July 2026•
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TotalEnergies Starts Mexico LNG Exports, Divests European Solar Assets

Key Facts

1TotalEnergies shipped its first LNG cargo from Mexico’s ECA LNG terminal, targeting Asian and Pacific markets.
2The project is a joint venture between Sempra Infrastructure and TotalEnergies with a 3.25-MMtpy capacity.
3TotalEnergies divested its European distributed solar assets alongside the start of LNG export operations.

In a move reflecting the strategic focus of energy majors on securing global gas supplies, TotalEnergies has announced the shipment of its first LNG cargo from the ECA LNG terminal in Mexico to Asian and Pacific markets. The project, a joint venture with Sempra Infrastructure boasting a 3.25-MMtpy capacity, marks the commencement of commercial operations for the first liquefaction facility on Mexico's Pacific Coast. Alongside this LNG expansion, the company reportedly divested its European distributed solar assets as part of a broader portfolio rebalancing effort.

This strategic shift occurs as global energy markets face intense competition for LNG resources, with TotalEnergies aiming to solidify its position as a leading exporter of North American gas. In comparison to peers, Shell has recently reported robust earnings from gas trading, while partner Sempra Infrastructure continues to expand cross-border energy infrastructure. Per market data, SRE shares are trading at levels reflecting investor optimism regarding these large-scale export projects.

Traders are monitoring TTE stock, which stood at $78.87 (July 8, 2026), while SRE closed at $94.62 (at close July 9, 2026). Looking ahead, investors are eyeing the upcoming OPEC Meeting as a broader sector catalyst, alongside Mexican consumer confidence data to gauge the local operating environment for these joint ventures.