Exmar has taken final delivery of the world’s first barge-based floating LNG storage and re-gasification unit (FSRU) from the Wison Shipyard in Nantong, PRC.
The unit has a re-gasification capacity of up to 600 MMSCFD and a storage capacity of 26,000 m³ of LNG.
According to th[ds_preview]e company the delivery is a milestone in its history as this FSRU is the first of the new generation of floating regasification assets, barge-based, and perfectly positioned to add value in medium sized LNG import projects all over the world in a fast track, flexible and cost efficient way.
In addition to the delivery, Exmar has confirmed that long-term employment for the FSRU has been secured with a reputable counterpart and hire will start from mid-2018 onwards. The company will communicate further details regarding this contract in the near future in coordination with the customer.
Contract for new gas carriers
Furthermore Exmar announced a newbuilding contract. The Belgians have entered into an agreement with Statoil from Norway for two 79,500 m³ gas carriers to transport LPG in a sustainable manner basis a long-term commitment. The delivery of both vessels is planned within 2020. According to Exmar they will be compliant with the most stringent NOx and SOx emission regulations.
