Marubeni acquires all interests in EagleRidge Energy II

Japanese trading company Marubeni has acquired all interests in EagleRidge Energy II, a U.S.-based natural gas producer, according to reports from Nikkei Asia. The move aligns with Marubeni's broader strategy to expand its liquefied natural gas (LNG) portfolio, which already includes interests exceeding 700,000 metric tons annually across global markets. The acquisition is expected to strengthen Marubeni's position in the U.S. energy sector, particularly as demand for natural gas rises to support infrastructure such as data centers. EagleRidge Energy II operates in Texas, a key hub for U.S. energy production. The transaction underscores growing international investment in North American energy assets amid evolving global energy dynamics. No further financial terms of the deal were disclosed in the available materials.