Cheniere Energy, Inc. 2008 Long-Term Retention Plan for Key Employees and Consultants

Summary

Cheniere Energy, Inc. has established a 2008 Long-Term Retention Plan to retain key employees and consultants. Under this plan, selected individuals will receive grants of Restricted Stock, which will vest in equal portions on December 31 of 2008, 2009, and 2010. The awards are made under the company's 2003 Stock Incentive Plan and are subject to approval and terms set by the Compensation Committee.

EX-10.3 4 dex103.htm LONG-TERM RETENTION PLAN Long-Term Retention Plan

Exhibit 10.3

CHENIERE ENERGY, INC.

2008 LONG-TERM RETENTION PLAN

In order to retain the individuals identified from time to time by the Compensation Committee as key employees or consultants of Cheniere Energy, Inc. and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) for an extended period of time, the Company shall provide the following award to employees or consultants designated by the Compensation Committee:

Equity Award

Designated employees or consultants will receive a grant of Restricted Stock under and pursuant to the terms of the Cheniere Energy, Inc. Amended and Restated 2003 Stock Incentive Plan (the “2003 Plan”) which shall vest in equal amounts on December 31, 2008, December 31, 2009 and December 31, 2010, pursuant to the terms of the 2003 Plan and the Restricted Stock Grant approved by the Compensation Committee.