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Arzew GL3Z | Image: Sonatrach

The Arzew-Bethioua complex is the world's largest single-site LNG export terminal by installed nameplate capacity with a single operator, comprising four sub-complexes (GL1Z, GL2Z, GL3Z, GL4Z) with a combined 13 liquefaction trains across 180 acres. The site pioneered commercial LNG exports globally — the GL4Z "Camel" plant delivered the world's first commercial LNG cargo in October 1964.

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Code Trains Capacity Status Commissioned
GL1Z 6 7.9–8.0 mtpa Operating 1978 ​
GL2Z 6 8.2 mtpa Operating 1981 ​
GL3Z 1 mega-train ~4.7 mtpa Operating ~2013 ​
GL4Z (Camel) — — Retired/Decommissioned 1964 
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