The company’s decision on the project has reportedly been delayed until 30 September 2020. This move to delay comes as a result of efforts to combat the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak causing a decline in global energy demand and economic growth.

According to Reuters, Pieridae Energy previously said that it expected to take a final investment decision (FID) to build the $10 billion, 10 million tpy, project in 3Q20. This timeline would allow the company to start LNG production between November 2024 and May 2025.