Embracing innovation and diversity in liquefaction technology—Part 1

The LNG liquefaction business has witnessed many transitions as it has moved from the remotest corners of the world to settle in more developed industrial environments, including the US Gulf Coast (USGC). The innovative combination of elements from existing technologies, together with creative engineering designs, introduces an optimized facility process and execution profile to enable the successful realization of projects in these new market conditions. Departure from the “tried and true” is viewed with a healthy and appropriate dose of technical and commercial skepticism. However, the application of proven technologies—including one with over 100 yr of industrial experience—makes it poss