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TotalEnergies exits Arctic LNG 2 project in Russia, retains $1.3bn claim

French energy major transfers its 10% stake in the Russian LNG project to Novatek subsidiary NordLine. Reimbursement of $1.3bn shareholder loans remains contingent on sanctions compliance.

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David Chen · Commodities Desk · 29 Aug 2026 · 16:04 · 1 min read
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TotalEnergies exits Arctic LNG 2 project in Russia, retains $1.3bn claim

TotalEnergies SE has completed the divestment of its 10% stake in Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 project, transferring the participation to NordLine, a subsidiary of Novatek. The move follows the announcement made during the company’s second-quarter 2026 results presentation.

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Under the terms of the agreement, TotalEnergies retains the right to reimbursement of approximately $1.3 billion, equivalent to its share of shareholder loans extended to the project. The company confirmed the completion of the transfer in a statement released on August 27, 2026.

Arctic LNG 2 is a liquefied natural gas facility located in Russia’s Arctic region. The project’s future reimbursement obligations remain subject to applicable sanctions frameworks, which may impact the timing and feasibility of the $1.3 billion claim.

This article was produced with AI assistance and edited by a Finance Review Daily journalist.
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