Maintenance/Reliability
Performance improvements offer longer maintenance-free service for LNG assets
The hidden dangers of corrosion under insulation (CUI) span the oil and gas industry from upstream operations to midstream infrastructure to downstream applications, including the production of liquified natural gas (LNG).
Norway's Gassco restarts key gas export plant after maintenance
Norwegian gas infrastructure operator Gassco has restarted the Kaarstoe processing plant, a key hub for gas supplies to Germany, and is ramping up output following three weeks of maintenance.
Berkshire Hathaway's Maryland Cove Point LNG export plant shut for maintenance
U.S. energy firm Berkshire Hathaway Energy shut its Cove Point liquefied natural gas (LNG) export plant in Maryland (U.S.) for about three weeks of annual autumn maintenance.
Energy Transfer LNG pipeline continues to burn in La Porte, Texas (U.S.)
Energy Transfer said a fire at its natural gas liquid (NGL) pipeline in La Porte, Texas, which started on Monday, was still burning on Tuesday, and a state regulator said it would probably keep burning into the afternoon.
ABB signs agreement to support major LNG export project in the US
ABB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Argent LNG to collaborate on automation and electrical solutions for a liquefaction facility at Port Fourchon in Louisiana (U.S.).
AIChE and IChemE sign MoU to strengthen international STEM talent pool
The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) and the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)—two professional societies dedicated to advancing the application of chemical engineering expertise internationally—have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further collaboration for the benefit of chemical and process engineering and society as a whole.
Azerbijani President confident on Russian deal that will keep gas flowing to several European countries
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said he was optimistic of a breakthrough in talks between Moscow and Kyiv to keep Russian gas flowing through Ukraine to several European countries.
LNG tankers line up at Malaysia's Bintulu complex after maintenance
A backlog of liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers is waiting to load at Malaysia's Bintulu terminal this week after outages and maintenance work disrupted production, according to industry sources and shiptracking data.
UPDATE: Ichthys LNG's Train 2 scheduled for October restart, Inpex says
Train 2 at Ichthys LNG is scheduled to be restarted in October, operator Inpex Corp said in an emailed statement on Tuesday.
ADNOC deploys pioneering AI-enabled process optimization technology
Following successful initial operations, ADNOC announced the deployment of an industry leading artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled process optimization technology--Neuron 5--across all ADNOC facilities across thousands of critical pieces of equipment essential for production, including compressors, valves and generators.
New research reveals increasing strategic importance of maintenance in oil and gas industry operations
Jotun has published a new report, derived from a survey of over 1,000 senior professionals, showing that 88% of respondents anticipate an increase in maintenance budgets over the next five years and 75% say that the requirement to report on environmental performance has led to increased investment in maintenance.
PPG launches PPG PITT-THERM 909 spray-on insulation coating for oil and gas, infrastructure industries
PPG announced the launch of PPG PITT-THERM® 909 spray-on insulation (SOI) coating. This silicone-based coating is designed for high-heat environments in the oil and gas, chemical, petrochemical and other critical infrastructure industries.
Process technology: SICK and Endress+Hauser sign strategic partnership
German sensor company SICK and the Swiss measurement and automation technology specialist Endress+Hauser have agreed on a strategic partnership. Endress+Hauser will take over worldwide sales and service of SICK’s process analyzers and gas flowmeters, with a JV to be established for their production and further development.
The power of AI: How oil/gas companies are using AI-powered geospatial analytics to identify and prevent potential leaks
The challenge all O&G producers face is monitoring and maintaining an aging and widely distributed pipeline infrastructure. These organizations manage thousands of miles of pipelines to deliver petroleum and natural gas.
The illusion of accuracy in analyzing plant failures
The first cause of the illusion of accuracy in analyzing plant failures is missing the temperature scale conversion. When contemplating the three examples above with the following set of temperature ranges, the perspective might become different.
Improving sustainability: Tackling fugitive emissions from reciprocating compressors
Fugitive emissions from gas compressors represent a significant issue for operators, both in terms of sustainability and operational efficiency. While leaks will not result in immediate problems or incur unplanned downtime, they should be addressed at the earliest opportunity.
Freeport LNG in Texas to restart one train this week after Hurricane Beryl
Freeport LNG plans to restart one of three LNG trains this week at its Texas facility after the company repairs some damage from Hurricane Beryl. The plant, in Freeport, Texas, south of Houston, halted operations on July 7 before Hurricane Beryl hit the coast, causing widespread power outages and wind damage.
U.S. LNG output dips in June on shorter month, plant maintenance
U.S exports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) fell slightly in June to 7.11 metric MMt from 7.60 metric MMt in May, as several plants embarked on maintenance activity.
Bangladesh's Summit LNG expected to resume operations in mid-July
The floating storage and regasification unit of Bangladesh's Summit LNG should resume operations in mid-July after it was damaged during a cyclone.
Baker Hughes awarded multi-year contract by Woodside Energy to support Australian LNG operations
Baker Hughes announced it has entered into a new 10-yr services frame agreement with Woodside Energy to support its LNG operations in Australia.
ProSep awarded AIM and deliquidizer contracts for U.S. clients
ProSep has announced the receipt of two contract awards totaling nearly $2 MM.
Williams seeks to put more of US natural gas project into service
U.S. energy company Williams WMB.N sought permission from a federal energy regulator on Friday to put more of the Regional Energy Access natural gas project already under construction into service by July 1.
Freeport LNG sues three contractors over defects at Texas plant
U.S. LNG exporter Freeport LNG filed a lawsuit in April against three contractors, alleging that installation defects in electric motors at its $14-B Texas export plant caused prolonged outages and costly repairs.
Fulkrum awarded a frame agreement to support Woodside’s US New Energy projects
Leading provider of inspection, expediting, auditing and technical staffing services, Fulkrum, has been awarded a frame agreement for the provision of third-party inspection services to Woodside's New Energy projects in the U.S., including its proposed liquid hydrogen project, H2OK, located in Ardmore, Oklahoma.
Bangladesh's Summit LNG to send damaged FSRU to Singapore or Middle East for repairs
Bangladesh's Summit LNG said its floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) was ready to discharge the liquefied natural gas (LNG) it had onboard before proceeding to Singapore or the Middle East for necessary repairs.
Egyptian fertilizer plants shut down temporarily due to gas supply pressures
Gas supplies will gradually resume flowing as of Thursday to fertilizer factories in Egypt after several chemical and fertilizer companies shut down plants on a temporary basis.
Norway eyes faster ramp-up of gas export to Britain
The resumption on Friday of Norwegian gas exports to Britain via the Langeled pipeline will progress at a faster pace than initially planned, Norwegian system operator Gassco said.
FSRU Toscana: First maintenance phase has been completed
OLT Offshore LNG Toscana announced that the first phase of maintenance intervention at the FSRU Toscana terminal has been successfully completed and on time.
Norway outage pushes European gas prices to highest this year
Norway's gas exports to Europe fell sharply on Monday as a shutdown of the offshore Sleipner hub halted operations at the Nyhamna onshore processing plant, pipeline operator Gassco said, lifting European prices to their highest level this year.
API's new standard sets guidelines for pipeline public engagement
API RP 1185, Pipeline Public Engagement, was recently published, and it’s a significant standard in every respect-primarily as it engages the public in every phase of the pipeline lifecycle. In this article, API executive Anchal Liddar explains the significance of the document and how it will help shape energy policy.
- Gasum powers Equinor's platform supply vessel with bio-LNG
- ADNOC deploys pioneering AI-enabled process optimization technology
- Mexico Pacific announces long-term LNG SPA with POSCO International
- ONEOK to acquire Medallion and controlling interest in EnLink for $5.9 B
- Golar LNG signs EPC deal for $2.2-B MK II FLNG conversion project
