Partner Categories

We support 10 distinct partner categories across the LNG ecosystem. Each category operates under clear support structures and strategic guidelines to maintain institutional quality and market neutrality.

HR & Talent Partners

For Who

Recruitment firms, talent development providers, and HR consulting services supporting LNG workforce development.

Support Provided

Access to LNG Cluster professional network, partnership directory, chapter participation, and community engagement.

Key Restrictions

None—multiple talent providers welcome to expand workforce ecosystem.

Contribution Range

USD 200/year

Individual LNG Professionals

For Who

Engineers, operators, technicians, managers, and other professionals with expertise in LNG operations and industry.

Support Provided

Community access, professional networking, knowledge sharing opportunities, and industry insights.

Key Restrictions

Open to all qualified professionals—no geographic or competitive restrictions.

Contribution Range

USD 200/year

LNG Consulting Firms

For Who

Strategy consultants, technical advisors, and consulting firms providing expertise across LNG operations and development.

Support Provided

Enhanced directory visibility, speaking opportunities, network participation, and co-marketing eligibility.

Key Restrictions

Multiple consulting partners welcomed to ensure diverse perspectives and expertise.

Contribution Range

USD 750/year

Safety & HSE Specialists

For Who

Health, safety, environmental (HSE) consultants, auditors, and specialists supporting LNG operational safety.

Support Provided

HSE network participation, resource sharing, best practice exchange, and community visibility.

Key Restrictions

Multiple HSE providers encouraged—focus on collective safety improvement across the ecosystem.

Contribution Range

USD 750/year

Audit, Compliance & ESG Firms

For Who

Audit firms, compliance consultants, and ESG specialists supporting governance and sustainability in LNG operations.

Support Provided

Compliance network access, best practice sharing, industry updates, and professional visibility.

Key Restrictions

Multiple compliance partners supported—emphasis on independent analysis and neutral positioning.

Contribution Range

USD 750/year

Legal Firms

For Who

Law firms and legal specialists providing expertise in LNG contracts, regulations, and commercial matters.

Support Provided

Legal network participation, industry insights, professional updates, and partnership visibility.

Key Restrictions

Multiple legal providers welcome—conflict management handled on case-by-case basis.

Contribution Range

USD 750/year

Universities & Technical Institutes

For Who

Academic institutions, research centers, and technical schools supporting LNG education and workforce development.

Support Provided

Industry engagement programs, curriculum collaboration, student/faculty networking, and research partnerships.

Key Restrictions

Open to all educational institutions with LNG-relevant programs and research.

Contribution Range

USD 500/year

Training Delivery Partners

For Who

Training providers, certification bodies, and learning organizations delivering LNG-focused education and skills development.

Support Provided

Training network visibility, curriculum exchange, certification collaboration, and professional recognition.

Key Restrictions

Multiple training partners encouraged to support diverse workforce development pathways.

Contribution Range

USD 750/year

Maintenance & Reliability Providers

For Who

Maintenance service providers, asset management consultants, and reliability specialists supporting LNG operational excellence.

Support Provided

Technical network access, best practice sharing, operational insights, and professional visibility.

Key Restrictions

Multiple maintenance partners welcomed to ensure diverse expertise and service availability.

Contribution Range

USD 750/year

Supplier & Technology Providers

For Who

Equipment suppliers, technology vendors, and digital solution providers serving the LNG industry.

Support Provided

Enhanced directory placement, technology showcase access, integration opportunities, and premium support.

Key Restrictions

All suppliers must demonstrate LNG sector relevance; evaluated for ecosystem value.

Contribution Range

USD 1,500–3,000/year

Legal & Financial Services

For Who

Law firms, accounting firms, financial advisors, and professional services providers.

Support Provided

Professional network connection, deal flow visibility, market insights, and service coordination.

Key Restrictions

One primary legal/financial partner per city to manage conflicts of interest.

Contribution Range

USD 15,000 - 40,000/year

Industry Consulting

For Who

Management consultants, strategy firms, operational advisors, and industry experts.

Support Provided

Consulting network access, project referrals, ecosystem insights, and strategic visibility.

Key Restrictions

One primary consulting partner per region to preserve advisory independence.

Contribution Range

USD 20,000 - 45,000/year

Understanding Category Caps

Many categories maintain one primary partner per city or region. This strategic approach serves several purposes:

  • Neutrality: Prevents one partner from dominating institutional resources or communications.
  • Quality: Ensures LNG Cluster can provide meaningful support and partnership depth.
  • Fairness: Protects all partners from excessive competition within the same institutional space.
  • Conflict Prevention: Reduces competitive tension and potential representational conflicts.

Some categories (technology, research, environmental) welcome multiple partners to promote innovation and diverse perspectives. All categories are evaluated individually during the application process.

Ready to Explore Partnership?

Review the charter for governance details, then submit your application.