American Energy LNG Carrier Transports More than 500 Million Gallons to Puerto Rico in First Year

Crowley has marked the first anniversary of operations for American Energy, the first U.S.-flagged liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier dedicated to serving Puerto Rico. This milestone underscores the company’s commitment to ensuring a reliable LNG supply to strengthen the island’s energy resilience.

“I want to congratulate Crowley on achieving this milestone, marking the first anniversary of LNG deliveries to Puerto Rico by the vessel American Energy, a US-flagged service dedicated to supplying our power needs,” said Gov. Jenniffer González-Colón of Puerto Rico. “Crowley’s efforts help to strengthen our energy sector’s resiliency and to support jobs and investment in a partnership to ensure safe, affordable electricity for our people. We will always support such initiatives that advance Puerto Rico’s energy security and economic growth.”

“Reaching one year of uninterrupted service with American Energy represents more than a performance milestone; it represents dependable access to energy for Puerto Rico,” said Jackie Gonsalez, vice president of advanced energy for Crowley. “Over the past year, this vessel has helped provide the consistent, secure transportation of LNG that families, business and communities rely on every day. That reliability supports economic activity, essential services and greater energy confidence across the island.”

Beyond enhancing Puerto Rico’s energy resilience, American Energy has also contributed to strengthening the U.S. mariner workforce over the past year. The vessel has employed 90 U.S. mariners, including 16 cadets and apprentices, with nearly 20% coming from Puerto Rico—helping to expand maritime career opportunities and support the island’s skilled workforce.

American Energy builds on Crowley’s more than 70-year presence in Puerto Rico and its long-standing role in supporting the island’s energy and logistics needs. Through a multi-year partnership with global energy company Naturgy, the vessel delivers LNG to the EcoEléctrica power generation facility in Peñuelas, ensuring a stable energy supply for homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure.