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Free water prediction for corrosion protection of NGL pipelines
Natural gas liquids (NGL) separated from natural gas carry varying concentrations of water in the form of free water, water emulsion and soluble water.
Simulation and optimization study for a condensate recovery system
This article discusses a simulation and optimization study for a low-pressure condensate recovery system used on an oil and gas platform for the extraction of valuable hydrocarbons from flare gas for sale.
Case study: Optimization of LPG process at Ju’aymah NGL fractionation plant
Optimization initiatives for the LPG Merox process were implemented to reduce operating cost and spent caustic generation at Saudi Aramco’s Ju’aymah NGL fractionation plant.
Executive Viewpoint: Building the foundation for a low-emission LNG facility
Electric LNG (i.e., eLNG) has emerged as a powerful decarbonization pathway for LNG project stakeholders.
Maintenance and Reliability: Looking beyond processing efficiency to optimize operations
When facility owners think about plant optimization, the emphasis often is on maximizing throughput and, in many cases, that means focusing on processing equipment.
Editorial Comment
With Henry Hub (HH) natural gas prices almost twice as high year over year, as of the time of writing in late October, and similarly record-high prices in Europe and Asia driving competition for LNG, the gas market is rife with tension.
Turbomachinery configuration for LNG project concept selection
Refrigerant compressors are the pumping heart of every LNG plant.
Global Project Data
At more than 250 active projects, the gas processing/LNG sector represents nearly 25% market share in active projects globally.
New in Gas Processing Technology
Wison Offshore & Marine Co. Ltd. announced that four modules for the first train of the Arctic LNG 2 project, weighing nearly 50,000 tons, have been completed after nearly 2 yr of effort and are ready for shipment.
U.S. Industry Metrics
Tightening natural gas market supply/demand fundamentals resulted in a rally in Henry Hub prices from late August into September, with prices up more than 100% on the year.
Gas Processing News
Excelerate Energy LP concluded with Petróleo Brasileiro SA (Petrobras) the negotiation stage of the tender process for the lease of the Bahia regasification terminal.
Dry gas seal failure analysis and reliability improvement
Dry gas seals (DGSs) are comprised of many delicate components used for sealing and are used on axial/centrifugal/screw compressors and turboexpanders in various industries.
Realize the full potential of stationary gas engine oil with used oil analysis
Used oil analysis is widely considered a vital tool for operators of stationary gas engines.
Turboexpander repair and maintenance for sustained performance and profitability
Turboexpanders are critical equipment for many applications including gas processing, industrial gas, power recovery and power generation, and their longevity and sustained performance is often key to the profitability of a business.
Ju`aymah NGL fractionation energy optimization initiatives
Wasting energy reduces plant profitability and its sustainability footprint.
Optimize the design and configuration of ambient air heaters for LNG regasification
An LNG regasification terminal converts LNG from a temperature of nearly −160°C back into natural gas at atmospheric temperature for distribution across a consumer network.
Maintenance and Reliability: Prevent unplanned shutdowns for LNG liquefaction facilities
Although an unplanned shutdown is an integrated part of the operational and safety management system of an operating plant, unplanned shutdowns for a modern LNG liquefaction operating facility often become some of the costliest events for the facility owner.
Industry Focus: Sensor advances allow pipeline leak detection to take to the skies
Sustainability and green initiatives have always been laudable objectives, with mission statements around the world confirming commitments to lower emissions and energy consumption, and increase recyclability, to name a few.
Regional Focus: Balancing Africa’s world-class LNG projects and the environment
The construction of world-scale natural gas processing plants by three of Africa’s top natural gas producers has attracted scrutiny, despite efforts to commercialize the continent’s hydrocarbon resources and expand energy supply on the continent.
Editorial Comment
The editors of <i>Hydrocarbon Processing</i>, sister publication to Gas Processing & LNG, will release their “HPI Market Data 2022” annual forecast report in October.
Are cylinder liners necessary for high-speed reciprocating gas compressors?
Wear is common in reciprocating gas compressors (RGCs) due to sliding and rotational motion of parts.
Verification of SWS performance and capacity restoration
A book by Lieberman1 stresses that it is essential to make existing units work adequately and efficiently.
New in Gas Processing Technology
Finnish technology group Wärtsilä and Finnish energy company Vantaa Energy Ltd. have signed a cooperation agreement for pre-engineering and development of a power-to-gas (P2G) plant for Vantaa Energy.
Show Preview: Gastech 2021 moves to Dubai for in-person exhibition and conference
From 21–23 September, the Gastech Exhibition & Conference will take place in Dubai, UAE as the first major energy event to be held live and in person in 2021.
U.S. Industry Metrics
The U.S. EIA expects domestic natural gas production to increase in 2021 as demand falls.
Global Project Data
Gulf Energy Information’s Global Energy Infrastructure database is tracking more than 250 active gas processing/LNG projects around the world.
Gas Processing News
The share of LNG in India’s gas consumption could rise to 70% from the present 50% in 10 yr, and new import terminals are needed, according to LNG import terminal operator Petronet LNG Ltd.
Achieve three efficiencies in MR compressors for SSLNG
In the equipment they use, investors in small-scale LNG (SSLNG) face a steep challenge: They must achieve cost efficiency, operational efficiency and energy efficiency—all with maximum availability.
SSLNG-to-power solutions for optimized CAPEX and OPEX
LNG-to-power has become an established term in the international energy industry, whereby gas-fueled power stations are exclusively supplied from an adjacent LNG storage terminal.
Standardized, modular, small-scale LNG with low lifecycle cost
Natural gas has developed into the fossil fuel of choice for power generation, industrial use and domestic heating. It produces 30%–40% lower carbon emissions than oil or coal, and zero sulfur emissions.
- Japan's Mitsubishi to acquire stake in Petronas LNG plant
- McDermott awarded Rovuma LNG Phase 1 FEED contract in Mozambique
- Wood leads industry project to accelerate CCUS with guidelines for CO2 specifications
- Fincantieri LNG-powered Star Princess launched in Monfalcone
- Picarro launches handheld solution for natural gas leak investigation and closed-loop leak management
- Picarro launches handheld solution for natural gas leak investigation and closed-loop leak management
- Fincantieri LNG-powered Star Princess launched in Monfalcone
- Sonatrach, Saudi Aramco raise prices for LPG by 3%–4% in October
- Amarinth secures $1-MM order of API 610 pumps for Coral North FLNG project in Mozambique
