US eye Russian icebreakers for gas launch before summit – insiders⟨

Trump‑Putin Summit to Explore Ukraine Ceasefire and Alaska LNG

Alaska LNG: 800‑mile Pipeline to Asian Markets

• Alaska LNG proposes a $44 billion 800‑mile pipeline from remote Alaska to Asia.
• Qilak LNG targets 4 m tons per annum, also aimed at Asian buyers.

Russia’s Nuclear‑Powered Icebreakers: Key for Northern Sea Route

• Russia operates the only fleet of nuclear icebreakers worldwide.
• Icebreakers keep year‑round shipping along the Northern Sea Route, a strategic route for global trade.

Trump’s Alaska Visit: “High‑Stakes” Face‑to‑Face with Putin

• Trump landed in Alaska for a summit with Putin to discuss a Ukraine ceasefire.
• First face‑to‑face talks since Trump returned to the White House.

Potential Deal: Using Russian Icebreakers to Support U.S. LNG Projects

• White House officials consider offering Russian icebreakers to aid construction and material transport for Alaska LNG.
• Industry source notes Alaska LNG has no identified need for Russian icebreakers.

Impact on Asian Markets

• Alaska LNG could reduce Asian buyers’ dependence on Russian LNG.
• Qilak LNG also targets Asian markets with 4 m tons per annum.

Sources and Anonymity

• White House officials spoke on condition of anonymity due to sensitivity.
• Kremlin officials were not available for comment.

Conclusion

Trump‑Putin summit highlights a possible tradeoff: using Russian icebreakers to boost U.S. LNG projects while working toward a Ukraine ceasefire.

Marwa Rashad – A Reuters Trailblazer

Career Highlights

• Leads LNG & natural gas reporting from London, focusing on Europe.
• Part of the 2022 “Reuters Journalist of the Year” team covering the European Energy Crisis.
• Decade in Saudi Arabia covering the 2011 oil boom, 2015 slump, Saudi economic transformation, Aramco IPO, and Crown Prince Reza’s reform agenda.
• Contributed to the 2018 “Scoop of the Year” for reporting the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
• Joined Reuters in 2009 in Cairo, Egypt.

Professional Footprint

• Egypt – 2009 launch, Cairo coverage.
• Saudi Arabia – 10-year immersion, oil boom and slump reportage, kingdom’s diversification narrative.
• London – LNG & natural gas specialty, European energy crisis deep dives.

Recognitions & Awards

• 2022 – Reuters “Journalist of the Year” win with the European Energy Crisis team.
• 2018 – Reuters “Scoop of the Year” win for the Sara Khashoggi murder coverage.

Access & Influence

• LinkedIn profile for industry connections.
• Email address for direct editorial outreach.