Chart Industries, Inc. (NYSE: GTLS) (“Chart”), a global leader in clean energy and industrial gas solutions, has received the order from Bechtel for the supply of our Integrated Pre-Cooled Single Mixed Refrigerant (“IPSMR®”) liquefaction technology and cold boxes for Phase 1 of Woodside Energy Group Ltd’s (ASX: WDS; NYSE: WDS) (“Woodside”) Louisiana LNG development opportunity. Louisiana LNG is owned and operated by Woodside and managed by Bechtel Energy Inc. (“Bechtel”), as the EPC contractor, is located in Louisiana, USA and was previously known as the Driftwood LNG project.
Under the order awarded in December 2024, Chart will support Phase 1 of Louisiana LNG by providing two LNG plants comprising 16 cold boxes in total for 11 MTPA of production. Each LNG plant includes four Heavies Removal Cold Boxes and four LNG Liquefaction Cold Boxes.
Chart’s IPSMR® process, renowned for its energy efficiency and reliability, will provide a critical component of the liquefaction technology, supporting Woodside Energy’s mission to deliver cleaner energy solutions.
“We are proud to partner with Bechtel and Woodside on this significant LNG project,” said Jill Evanko, CEO and President of Chart Industries. “Our IPSMR® technology and associated equipment will play a key role in supporting Woodside’s LNG production on schedule, delivering both efficiency and sustainability to meet global energy needs.”
Monday, 6 January 2025
Friday, 3 January 2025
bp flows first gas at Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project
bp has begun flowing gas from wells at the GTA Phase1 liquefied natural gas (LNG) project to its floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel for the next stage of commissioning.
GTA, offshore Mauritania and Senegal, is one of the deepest offshore developments in Africa, with gas resources in water depths of up to 2,850 metres. Once fully commissioned, GTA Phase 1 is expected to produce around 2.3 million tonnes of LNG per year. In 2021, it was declared “a project of strategic national importance” by both host governments.
Today’s announcement marks an important milestone towards realising the potential of Mauritania’s and Senegal’s gas resources, with the possibility for the countries to become an important LNG production hub.
“This is a fantastic landmark for this important megaproject. First gas flow is a material example of supporting the global energy demands of today and reiterates our commitment to help Mauritania and Senegal develop their natural resources,” said Gordon Birrell, EVP production & operations.
“Africa’s significance in the global energy system is growing, and these nations now have enhanced roles to play. Congratulations to the project and production teams for delivering this project and for always keeping safe operations at the heart of what they do. Thank you to the entire GTA team, our partners and host governments for this tremendous achievement.”
Gas from GTA Phase 1 is being introduced to the GTA FPSO approximately 40 kilometres offshore, where water, condensate and impurities are removed. From there, it will be transferred via pipeline to a floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) vessel located 10 kilometres offshore, where it will be cryogenically cooled, liquefied and stored before being transferred to LNG carriers for export. Some of the gas will be allocated to help meet growing energy demand in the two host countries.
“With this milestone, Mauritania and Senegal take a major step towards an exciting new chapter as gas-exporting nations. I am proud of the relationships we continue to strengthen in both countries. Without the resilience and dedication of the bp team, as well as our partners, host governments and of course the people of Mauritania and Senegal, none of this would have been possible,” said Dave Campbell, SVP Mauritania and Senegal.
GTA construction activities have generated more than 3,000 local jobs, and the project has engaged with around 300 local companies across Mauritania and Senegal. bp and partners have invested in local workforce development – including a four-year apprentice training programme – and started a multi-million-dollar social investment programme that aims to enhance local quality of life and create long-term opportunities for local development.
Notes to editors
GTA, offshore Mauritania and Senegal, is one of the deepest offshore developments in Africa, with gas resources in water depths of up to 2,850 metres. Once fully commissioned, GTA Phase 1 is expected to produce around 2.3 million tonnes of LNG per year. In 2021, it was declared “a project of strategic national importance” by both host governments.
Today’s announcement marks an important milestone towards realising the potential of Mauritania’s and Senegal’s gas resources, with the possibility for the countries to become an important LNG production hub.
“This is a fantastic landmark for this important megaproject. First gas flow is a material example of supporting the global energy demands of today and reiterates our commitment to help Mauritania and Senegal develop their natural resources,” said Gordon Birrell, EVP production & operations.
“Africa’s significance in the global energy system is growing, and these nations now have enhanced roles to play. Congratulations to the project and production teams for delivering this project and for always keeping safe operations at the heart of what they do. Thank you to the entire GTA team, our partners and host governments for this tremendous achievement.”
Gas from GTA Phase 1 is being introduced to the GTA FPSO approximately 40 kilometres offshore, where water, condensate and impurities are removed. From there, it will be transferred via pipeline to a floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) vessel located 10 kilometres offshore, where it will be cryogenically cooled, liquefied and stored before being transferred to LNG carriers for export. Some of the gas will be allocated to help meet growing energy demand in the two host countries.
“With this milestone, Mauritania and Senegal take a major step towards an exciting new chapter as gas-exporting nations. I am proud of the relationships we continue to strengthen in both countries. Without the resilience and dedication of the bp team, as well as our partners, host governments and of course the people of Mauritania and Senegal, none of this would have been possible,” said Dave Campbell, SVP Mauritania and Senegal.
GTA construction activities have generated more than 3,000 local jobs, and the project has engaged with around 300 local companies across Mauritania and Senegal. bp and partners have invested in local workforce development – including a four-year apprentice training programme – and started a multi-million-dollar social investment programme that aims to enhance local quality of life and create long-term opportunities for local development.
Notes to editors
- The FPSO, which arrived offshore Mauritania and Senegal in 2Q 2024, is designed to process over 500 million standard cubic feet of gas per day.
- The Gimi FLNG vessel, which liquefies GTA gas, is owned and operated by Golar LNG.
- The multi-million-dollar GTA social investment program in Mauritania and Senegal focuses on the areas of community health, economic development, environmental awareness, and education.
- The apprentice training programme is committed to developing a pipeline of local talent and has 47 apprentice technicians on a bespoke programme, preparing them to be among the next generation of offshore operators.
- bp is also supporting local economic development in Mauritania and Senegal by investing in areas such as fishing, women cooperatives, health, micro-finance, and business skills training.
- bp is operator of GTA with a 56% working interest, alongside Kosmos Energy (27%), PETROSEN (10%) and SMH (7%).
Monday, 30 December 2024
Cheniere Achieves First LNG at the Corpus Christi Stage 3 Project
Cheniere Energy, Inc. (“Cheniere” or the “Company”) (NYSE: LNG) today announced that liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) was produced for the first time from the first train (“Train 1”) of the Company’s Corpus Christi Stage 3 Liquefaction Project (“CCL Stage 3”). The commissioning process continues, and Cheniere expects substantial completion of Train 1 to be achieved at the end of the first quarter of 2025, over six months ahead of the guaranteed completion date. Upon substantial completion, Bechtel Energy, Inc. (“Bechtel”) will transfer care, custody and control of the completed train to Cheniere.
Full notice to proceed on CCL Stage 3 was issued to Bechtel by Cheniere in June 2022. CCL Stage 3 consists of seven midscale trains, with an expected total production capacity of over 10 million tonnes per annum (“mtpa”) of LNG. As of November 30, 2024, overall project completion for CCL Stage 3 was 75.9%, which reflects engineering 96.8% complete, procurement 97.2% complete, subcontract work 87.7% complete and construction 39.2% complete. Upon substantial completion of all seven trains of CCL Stage 3, the expected total production capacity of the Corpus Christi liquefaction facility will be over 25 mtpa of LNG.
Full notice to proceed on CCL Stage 3 was issued to Bechtel by Cheniere in June 2022. CCL Stage 3 consists of seven midscale trains, with an expected total production capacity of over 10 million tonnes per annum (“mtpa”) of LNG. As of November 30, 2024, overall project completion for CCL Stage 3 was 75.9%, which reflects engineering 96.8% complete, procurement 97.2% complete, subcontract work 87.7% complete and construction 39.2% complete. Upon substantial completion of all seven trains of CCL Stage 3, the expected total production capacity of the Corpus Christi liquefaction facility will be over 25 mtpa of LNG.
Sunday, 29 December 2024
Venture Global’s Plaquemines LNG Achieves Historic First LNG Production
Today, Venture Global announced it has reached first LNG production at the company’s second facility, Plaquemines LNG, in Port Sulphur, Louisiana. Achieving this milestone for a 20 MTPA nameplate capacity project 30 months from its Final Investment Decision (FID) makes Plaquemines LNG one of the two fastest greenfield projects to reach first production, along with Venture Global’s first facility Calcasieu Pass. Once fully operational, Plaquemines LNG will be among the largest facilities in the world.
“Venture Global is proud to have a world-class team wholly dedicated to our company’s mission of innovating to provide reliable, low-cost, LNG to the world. Because of their hard work and commitment, Venture Global is executing on our promise to deliver much-needed LNG to our allies and strengthen global energy security and reliability. Reaching first LNG at Plaquemines at this pace will enable the United States to remain the top exporter of LNG in the world. Between current and planned facilities, Venture Global is prepared to invest $50 billion in energy projects based in the United States which will create jobs, support local economies, strengthen the balance of trade and unleash much needed US LNG supply to our allies,” said Venture Global CEO & Co-Founder Mike Sabel.
Plaquemines LNG reached a Final Investment Decision on Phase One in May 2022, and on Phase Two in March 2023. Because of Venture Global’s unique configuration and construction approach, Plaquemines will produce and export LNG while construction and commissioning continues for the remainder of the project’s 36 trains and associated facilities, unlocking significant additional US LNG supply years faster than any other new suppliers of LNG to the rapidly growing global market. This incremental supply has proven to be a valuable geopolitical asset for the United States especially in recent years during a time of historically tight global LNG markets and project delays.
“Venture Global is proud to have a world-class team wholly dedicated to our company’s mission of innovating to provide reliable, low-cost, LNG to the world. Because of their hard work and commitment, Venture Global is executing on our promise to deliver much-needed LNG to our allies and strengthen global energy security and reliability. Reaching first LNG at Plaquemines at this pace will enable the United States to remain the top exporter of LNG in the world. Between current and planned facilities, Venture Global is prepared to invest $50 billion in energy projects based in the United States which will create jobs, support local economies, strengthen the balance of trade and unleash much needed US LNG supply to our allies,” said Venture Global CEO & Co-Founder Mike Sabel.
Plaquemines LNG reached a Final Investment Decision on Phase One in May 2022, and on Phase Two in March 2023. Because of Venture Global’s unique configuration and construction approach, Plaquemines will produce and export LNG while construction and commissioning continues for the remainder of the project’s 36 trains and associated facilities, unlocking significant additional US LNG supply years faster than any other new suppliers of LNG to the rapidly growing global market. This incremental supply has proven to be a valuable geopolitical asset for the United States especially in recent years during a time of historically tight global LNG markets and project delays.
Thursday, 31 October 2024
Sahara Group and Amigo LNG Sign Long-Term LNG Supply Deal
Sahara Group, a leading global energy and infrastructure conglomerate announced today that it has entered into a Heads of Agreement (HOA) with Amigo LNG SA de CV (Amigo LNG) of Mexico, a subsidiary of LNG Alliance Pte Ltd, to supply Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from its liquefaction facility in Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico. This agreement marks a significant step in strengthening long-term LNG supply chains aimed at serving the rapidly growing energy markets in Asia and Latin America.
“This agreement strengthens our collaboration with Sahara Group, a dynamic leader in Africa’s energy sector, and firmly positions Amigo LNG as a key player in the global LNG supply market,” said Muthu Chezhian, CEO of LNG Alliance Pte Ltd. “Our partnership drives forward our shared vision of delivering sustainable, reliable, and scalable energy solutions to meet the world’s evolving needs. Together, we are committed to advancing energy transition goals, fostering innovation, and expanding access to clean energy resources globally, creating lasting impact and positive change for future generations.”
Wale Ajibade, Executive Director, Sahara Group, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: “This HOA with Amigo LNG perfectly aligns with Sahara Group’s commitment to bringing energy to life responsibly by facilitating access to clean, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions. By expanding our LNG portfolio, we are reinforcing our dedication to delivering more affordable energy globally. This partnership not only strengthens our foothold in the LNG industry but also positions us to support energy transition efforts. We are excited to collaborate closely with Amigo LNG and look forward to the transformative impact we will create together.”
The Amigo LNG project, a large-scale 7.8 MTPA liquefaction and export facility located on Mexico’s west coast, benefits from its proximity to key shipping lanes and access to Asia-Pacific markets. Developed in close cooperation with the State of Sonora and the Port of Guaymas, this facility is a vital component of Mexico’s emerging LNG export industry.
“This agreement strengthens our collaboration with Sahara Group, a dynamic leader in Africa’s energy sector, and firmly positions Amigo LNG as a key player in the global LNG supply market,” said Muthu Chezhian, CEO of LNG Alliance Pte Ltd. “Our partnership drives forward our shared vision of delivering sustainable, reliable, and scalable energy solutions to meet the world’s evolving needs. Together, we are committed to advancing energy transition goals, fostering innovation, and expanding access to clean energy resources globally, creating lasting impact and positive change for future generations.”
Wale Ajibade, Executive Director, Sahara Group, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: “This HOA with Amigo LNG perfectly aligns with Sahara Group’s commitment to bringing energy to life responsibly by facilitating access to clean, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions. By expanding our LNG portfolio, we are reinforcing our dedication to delivering more affordable energy globally. This partnership not only strengthens our foothold in the LNG industry but also positions us to support energy transition efforts. We are excited to collaborate closely with Amigo LNG and look forward to the transformative impact we will create together.”
The Amigo LNG project, a large-scale 7.8 MTPA liquefaction and export facility located on Mexico’s west coast, benefits from its proximity to key shipping lanes and access to Asia-Pacific markets. Developed in close cooperation with the State of Sonora and the Port of Guaymas, this facility is a vital component of Mexico’s emerging LNG export industry.
KPHL Sign FLNG Pre-Feed Contract
On the sidelines of the 2024 Petroleum & Energy Conference today, Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited Managing director, Wapu Sonk signed a Pre-Front-End Engineering & Development (FEED) contract for a Floating LNG (FLNG) facility in the Gulf of Papua, in PNG.
Mr Sonk announced that this important contract had been awarded to Shanghai Wison Offshore & Marine Company Ltd. Mr Damien Nguyen, the Chief Technical Officer (CTO), who signed on behalf of the company said Wison is delighted to work closely with Kumul Petroleum in its ambitious plan to commercialise gas fields in Papua New Guinea.
“Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited has for some time been investigating how to commercialise stranded gas resources, particularly those in our Petroleum Retention Licenses (PRLs 47 &50) over the Pandora and Uramu gas fields, offshore of Gulf Province,”
“This is a critical step and in the right direction, one we are extremely excited about as the National Petroleum Company,” Mr Sonk said.
“KPHL has evaluated these gas discoveries and completed reserve certification, which has given us confidence to move to this stage of the commercialisation plan.”
“KPHL is 100% license holder of the two PRL offshore licenses at the moment and intends to farm down post this study to interested partners who see value in the 1.5mtpa FLNG project in PNG.”
“This pre-FEED study is a necessary step to ensure that we understand the full scope, cost, schedule, risk and the full economic value before making a decision on moving to FEED and Final Investment Decision. The pre-FEED study is expected to take 8-12 months, leading to entry of FEED thereafter, and FID sometime in 2026 or 2027.
Mr Sonk announced that this important contract had been awarded to Shanghai Wison Offshore & Marine Company Ltd. Mr Damien Nguyen, the Chief Technical Officer (CTO), who signed on behalf of the company said Wison is delighted to work closely with Kumul Petroleum in its ambitious plan to commercialise gas fields in Papua New Guinea.
“Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited has for some time been investigating how to commercialise stranded gas resources, particularly those in our Petroleum Retention Licenses (PRLs 47 &50) over the Pandora and Uramu gas fields, offshore of Gulf Province,”
“This is a critical step and in the right direction, one we are extremely excited about as the National Petroleum Company,” Mr Sonk said.
“KPHL has evaluated these gas discoveries and completed reserve certification, which has given us confidence to move to this stage of the commercialisation plan.”
“KPHL is 100% license holder of the two PRL offshore licenses at the moment and intends to farm down post this study to interested partners who see value in the 1.5mtpa FLNG project in PNG.”
“This pre-FEED study is a necessary step to ensure that we understand the full scope, cost, schedule, risk and the full economic value before making a decision on moving to FEED and Final Investment Decision. The pre-FEED study is expected to take 8-12 months, leading to entry of FEED thereafter, and FID sometime in 2026 or 2027.
Wood to deliver front-end engineering design for Singapore LNG expansion
Wood, a global leader in consulting and engineering, has been awarded the front-end engineering design (FEED) contract for the development of Singapore’s Second liquefied natural gas (LNG) Terminal by Singapore LNG Corporation (SLNG).
According to the Singapore Economic Development Board, more than 95% of electricity in Singapore is generated from natural gas. With an estimated five million tons per annum of additional capacity to come from this expansion, the new terminal will further enhance and secure Singapore’s growing energy needs.
This project will feature a floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU), a specialised vessel used for LNG and the first-of-its-kind deployed permanently for Singapore. Intended to be located at the Jurong Port, the terminal will feature facilities for transfer of regasified LNG from the ship to the onshore gas transmission network. Wood will review the FSRU design and coordinate its integration into the onshore connecting infrastructure.
Henry Ling, Senior Vice President of Process & Chemicals Asia Pacific for Wood, said: “We are thrilled to be awarded the engineering contract for the Second LNG Terminal, enabling the delivery of additional low-carbon LNG services.
“Wood successfully supported SLNG with the engineering of the first LNG Terminal which was completed in 2013. We will deliver the same exceptional quality of work for this complex concept, utilising our expertise in LNG terminal design and regasification. Combining our marine infrastructure design and experience with Singapore’s regulatory approvals will bring this low-carbon concept to reality.”
Over 50 Wood employees based in Singapore will be involved in delivering the project, with subject matter experts in Ireland and Scotland supporting on the marine infrastructure design and experts in Spain supporting on the FSRU design.
According to the Singapore Economic Development Board, more than 95% of electricity in Singapore is generated from natural gas. With an estimated five million tons per annum of additional capacity to come from this expansion, the new terminal will further enhance and secure Singapore’s growing energy needs.
This project will feature a floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU), a specialised vessel used for LNG and the first-of-its-kind deployed permanently for Singapore. Intended to be located at the Jurong Port, the terminal will feature facilities for transfer of regasified LNG from the ship to the onshore gas transmission network. Wood will review the FSRU design and coordinate its integration into the onshore connecting infrastructure.
Henry Ling, Senior Vice President of Process & Chemicals Asia Pacific for Wood, said: “We are thrilled to be awarded the engineering contract for the Second LNG Terminal, enabling the delivery of additional low-carbon LNG services.
“Wood successfully supported SLNG with the engineering of the first LNG Terminal which was completed in 2013. We will deliver the same exceptional quality of work for this complex concept, utilising our expertise in LNG terminal design and regasification. Combining our marine infrastructure design and experience with Singapore’s regulatory approvals will bring this low-carbon concept to reality.”
Over 50 Wood employees based in Singapore will be involved in delivering the project, with subject matter experts in Ireland and Scotland supporting on the marine infrastructure design and experts in Spain supporting on the FSRU design.
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