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Galveston Wharves Board approves lease for $250M LNG facility on Pelican Island
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk Julianna Washburn, Galveston County Bureau , as published by Houston Public Media
· October 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Its development is expected to cost a considerable amount, around $250 million. Further information about this project can be found through the source, including details about the company behind the development and the intended location of the facility on Pelican Island.
A significant investment is planned for a new facility. The project involves producing a large quantity of fuel. This fuel will be used mainly for cruise ships.
The facility's production capacity is substantial, with a daily output of hundreds of thousands of gallons. Its development is expected to cost a considerable amount, around $250 million.
Further information about this project can be found through the source, including details about the company behind the development and the intended location of the facility on Pelican Island.
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Category: government Published: October 8, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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