Hose-based CNG transfer systems fast-track FSRU projects

摘要

With the rapid growth in floating storage and regasification units (FSRUs), hose-based solutions are joining marine loading arms (MLA) as key cargo transfer technologies for ship-to-jetty discharge of compressed natural gas (CNG). Speaking at Riviera's LNG Ship/Shore Interface Conference, Awards and Exhibition in London in November, ContiTech Oil & Marine senior project engineer Gergely Szekely said hose-based CNG transfer solutions are gaining traction for FSRU projects because they offer short lead times. "There are certain fast-tracked projects that would not have been possible using loading arms because of their longer delivery times," said Mr Szekely. "A complete hose-based solution can be designed, manufactured and installed in the course of six months."