Venture Global Announces Closing of $2,500,000,000 Senior Secured Notes by Venture Global Plaquemines LNG, LLC

ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Venture Global Inc. (“Venture Global”) announced today that its subsidiary, Venture Global Plaquemines LNG, LLC (“VGPL”) has closed an offering of $2,500,000,000 aggregate principal amount of senior secured notes, which has been issued in two series: (i) a series of 7.50% senior secured notes due 2033 in an aggregate principal amount of $1,250,000,000 (the “2033 Notes”) and (ii) a series of 7.75% senior secured notes due 2035 in an aggregate principal amount of $1,250,000,000 (the “2035 Notes” and, together with the 2033 Notes, the “Notes”). The 2033 Notes will mature on May 1, 2033 and the 2035 Notes will mature on May 1, 2035.

VGPL intends to use the net proceeds from the offering to (i) prepay certain amounts outstanding under VGPL’s existing senior secured first lien credit facilities (the “Existing Credit Facilities”) and (ii) pay fees and expenses in connection with the offering. The notes are guaranteed by Venture Global Gator Express, LLC (VGPL’s affiliate). The Notes are secured on a pari passu basis by a first-priority security interest in the assets that secure the Existing Credit Facilities.

The Notes were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”) or the securities laws of any state or other jurisdictions, and the Notes may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration under the Securities Act or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the Notes, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale of these securities would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.

About Venture Global

Venture Global is a long-term, low-cost provider of U.S. LNG sourced from resource rich North American natural gas basins. Venture Global’s business includes assets across the LNG supply chain including LNG production, natural gas transport, shipping and regasification. Venture Global’s first facility, Calcasieu Pass, commenced producing LNG in January 2022. The company’s second facility, Plaquemines LNG, achieved first production of LNG in December 2024. The company is currently constructing and developing over 100 MTPA of nameplate production capacity to provide clean, affordable energy to the world. Venture Global is developing Carbon Capture and Sequestration projects at each of its LNG facilities.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain statements that may include “forward-looking statements.” All statements, other than statements of historical or present facts or conditions, included herein are “forward-looking statements.” Included among “forward-looking statements” are, among other things, statements regarding Venture Global’s business strategy, plans and objectives, including the use of proceeds from the offering. Venture Global believes that the expectations reflected in these “forward-looking statements” are reasonable, they are inherently uncertain and involve a number of risks and uncertainties beyond Venture Global’s control. In addition, assumptions may prove to be inaccurate. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated or implied in “forward-looking statements” as a result of a variety of factors. These “forward-looking statements” speak only as of the date made, and other than as required by law, Venture Global undertakes no obligation to update or revise any “forward-looking statement” or provide reasons why actual results may differ, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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Investor Contact

Michael Pasquarello

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Media Contact

Shaylyn Hynes

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Source: Venture Global Inc.

FAQ

What is the total value of Venture Global Plaquemines LNG's new secured notes offering?

Venture Global Plaquemines LNG closed a $2.5 billion senior secured notes offering, split equally between two series due in 2033 and 2035.

What are the interest rates and maturity dates for VGPL's new secured notes?

The notes include a 7.50% series maturing May 1, 2033 ($1.25B) and a 7.75% series maturing May 1, 2035 ($1.25B).

How will Venture Global Plaquemines LNG use the proceeds from the notes offering?

VGPL will use the proceeds to prepay amounts outstanding under existing senior secured first lien credit facilities and pay offering-related fees and expenses.

Who guarantees the VGPL secured notes and what assets secure them?

The notes are guaranteed by Venture Global Gator Express and secured by a first-priority security interest in the assets that secure the existing credit facilities.