Develop successful nearshore FLNG solutions—Part 1: Gas pretreatment strategies

S. Mokhatab, Consultant, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Movement has been seen in offshore floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) developments. However, nearshore projects that utilize a barge-based floater located in a nearshore environment, and that also take advantage of onshore support, may be more secure than offshore alternatives. One reason for this scenario is that the offshore projects could face greater technical challenges and higher costs. As such, great interest exists in developing robust, reliable and innovative natural gas pretreatment and liquefaction solutions for nearshore, lower-cost FLNG projects. At the nearshore FLNG facility, the need exists for a compact, flexible a