Three new tractors ready for Canadian lng terminal

摘要

The first LNG regasification plant in Canada is expected to slowly begin operations this summer at Saint John, New Brunswick, while three new ASD tractor tugs have been waiting patiently for the fun to begin.rnIrving Oil partnered with Repsol YPF, S.A. of Spain, one of the world's largest gas concerns, to build this large LNG terminal, situated about 65 miles from the U.S. border. Canaport LNG will connect to the Maritimes & NortheastrnPipeline feeding Sable Island gas to both Canadian and American markets. Initial send-out capacity will be approximately a billion cubic feet of natural gas daily. LNG tankers serving the terminal will require tug escorts through the Bay of Fundy, berthing assistance, and standby and emergency services throughout the unloading operation. The exposed berth and extreme Fundy tides pose some special challenges for tug operations.