LNG

Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure, a unit of the Swedish maritime equipment-maker listed on the Nasdaq, said it was delivering docking and mooring equipment and ship-shore links to PetroVietnam Gas for the Thi Vai LNG import terminal project in southern Vietnam.

“It is our pleasure to have been selected as a strategic partner for such a landmark project and consequently play a key role in facilitating Vietnam's transition to LNG gas thermal power,” said Richard Hepworth, President of Trelleborg Marine and Infrastructure.

Trelleborg will also supply a selection of docking and mooring equipment.

This includes its Quick Release Hooks (QRH), the foundation for modern mooring systems at terminals.

“The Load Monitoring System, which measures and displays critical mooring line tensions and its Docking Aid System, which increases situational awareness, provide vital information such as distances, angles, and speeds to pilots and jetty operators to ensure the vessel is safely docked,” explained the company.

Ship-shore link

“At the same time, its Ship-Shore Link system supports LNG carrier loading and cargo discharge,” it added.

“Additionally, the terminal will utilize Trelleborg’s Environmental Monitoring System which provides weather, tide, current and wave information to the staff at the berth, at the operations center, or to the vessel,” said the company.

The Vietnamese terminal is located in the southern province of Ba Ria Vung Tau and when operational it will have capacity to import of one million tonnes per annum of LNG and up to 3 MTPA in the second phase of development.

“In order to safeguard the traffic of LNG carriers supplying international routes, it was vital that we upgraded the terminal with an integrated berthing system that successfully meets international LNG operation safety and quality specifications and standards,” explained PetroVietnam.

“We’ve no doubt Trelleborg is the ideal strategic partner to realize our ambition of facilitating LNG supply for Vietnam,” said the Vietnamese state energy company. 

Trelleborg of Sweden, a maker of liquefied natural gas transfer and mooring equipment, has received certification from the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization of India as the Asian nation moves to develop more LNG terminals on the East and West Coasts with highest-grade safety standards.

Trelleborg said its marine Quick Release Hook mooring systems received the certificate from the body that sets the rules for equipment containing electrical systems at new or upgraded LNG facilities in the country.

The certification signifies Trelleborg is now the largest accredited docking and mooring equipment manufacturer in the region.

“We set out on a 12-month initiative with our certification agent and support from key supply chain partners, to record technical documentation regarding all electrical systems and enclosures needed to be assessed for hazardous area operation suitability,” said Richard Hepworth, President of Trelleborg’s marine and infrastructure operations.

“As a result, we are delighted that Trelleborg Quick Release Hook mooring systems are now certified for use in the Indian market, and are therefore fully compliant with Indian laws and regulations that govern the operation of LNG facilities,” added Hepworth.

“As the largest accredited docking and mooring equipment manufacturer, customers in the region requiring Quick Release Hooks can be confident that our equipment is certified and meets all safety standards,” he stated.

Hepworth noted that the accreditation means that engineering companies and LNG terminal owners in India can avoid unforeseen budget overruns and schedule delays due to compliance issues.

Safety is paramount across the oil and gas industry with a particular focus in the LNG sector.

Transportation of combustible materials must be managed carefully to avoid the release of gases or vapors into the environment, which can potentially result in explosions, serious injury to personnel and damage to equipment and assets in the surrounding area.

“Trelleborg applies this philosophy at every interface across the LNG transfer chain,” said the company.

“Building on decades of experience in the LNG industry, Trelleborg is an experienced and reliable partner to optimize the business model of any LNG transfer operation and support safe, efficient and cost-effective performance,” it added.

“With standards and guidelines for equipment utilized in port operations developed by industry bodies in many countries and regions, it is vital that operators ensure their terminals meet the highest safety standards anywhere in the world,” Trelleborg declared.

Trelleborg of Sweden has announced a partnership with leading Australian engineering consultancy Synertec to meet growing demand for more accurate and efficient LNG custody transfer measurements.

Nov 6 (LNGJ) - Trelleborg of Sweden, a maker of LNG hose and transfer equipment, said its offshore operations base in Skelmersdale, northwest England, has received certification for the design of its Type 3 Clamp under the American Petroleum Institute’s specification for flexible pipe ancillary equipment. The approval is an important landmark as the full suite of qualification requirements relating to the design methodology of Trelleborg’s clamps and Distributed Buoyancy Modules is now complete. “Receiving full industry-recognized accreditation from an independent verification agent, demonstrates our dedication to execute projects and designs to the required standard, providing customers with additional confidence and peace of mind,” said Tom Perry, Design Manager in Trelleborg’s offshore operations.