In the coming decade increased interest in LNG for transportation, peak shaving, power generation and marine fuel is expected to significantly grow the needs for small-scale LNG (ssLNG) liquefaction plants, each producing approximately 100 - 500 TPD of LNG. These plants are about 100 times smaller than baseload plants, so the economic, technical and project requirements are very different. This article provides insights into the key factors for an economic ssLNG facility.