Exhibition & Conference 14 - 17 September 2026
Exhibition & Conference
14 - 17 September 2026
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Parallel compressor strings offer improved availability and higher annual LNG throughput, whereas a single compressor string provides a simpler configuration with fewer equipment count and potentially lower capital and operational costs. Both configurations have been successfully implemented in operating LNG plants.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs liquefaction capacities increase, aerodynamic and mechanical limitations of refrigerant compressors can constrain single-string designs. In particular, the compressor flow coefficients and Mach numbers may exceed proven or feasible design limits. 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To accommodate the refrigeration demand of higher liquefier throughput, refrigerant compressors must correspondingly increase in size and capacity. However, doing so raises the cost of compression equipment based on larger casings and drivers, introduces elevated technical risk related to unreferenced aerodynamic selections, and may result in reduced liquefier availability owing to narrower operating range and lack of redundancy in the refrigerant system. 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These vessels, powered by WinGD X DF-A engines, enable the use of a carbon-free energy source, capable of being produced entirely from renewable feedstocks. This feat, unimaginable just a few years ago, is the result of a rigorous development process that first had to deliver the combustion concept for a new fuel, then satisfy the most stringent safety considerations around the use of a toxic substance and meet rigorous emissions requirements\u2014all guided by customer needs for an engine that is easy to use and simple to maintain.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn this paper, WinGD reports on the development that culminated in the first commercial installation of an ammonia-fuelled two-stroke engine in 2025, and the systematic approach that led to design improvements in early 2026. With several X-DF-A ammonia-fuelled engines already built, significant experience around ammonia as fuel has been gained, which has driven new developments including a completely redesigned fuel injection valve, enhanced material selection and ammonia vapour handling. The operational experience collected has proven particularly valuable for the establishment of further design improvements and system simplifications.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese revisions build upon a safety concept that had already received approval in principle from major classification societies. At the same time, they make the engine easier to use and maintain. The latest iteration of the X-DF-A engine has successfully completed type-approval and factory-acceptance tests at engine builders in China and Korea. 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Ammonia is rapidly emerging as a leading candidate for zero-carbon maritime energy, while regulatory developments and industry initiatives are advancing in parallel. Interim guidelines for ammonia as a marine fuel have already been approved by the International Maritime Organization Maritime Safety Committee (MSC), and additional interim provisions addressing the use of cargo as fuel on ammonia carriers are expected to be considered in May 2026. These developments mark a regulatory turning point toward real-world application.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, ammonia is not merely a substitute for LNG. It requires fundamentally different safety philosophies, technical system architectures, and environmental performance considerations. 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The findings demonstrate that ammonia is treated not as an extension of LNG regulatory frameworks but as a fuel requiring a distinct risk management paradigm.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESecond, the study compares two operational concepts involving chemically identical ammonia: the use of ammonia cargo as fuel on ammonia carriers and the use of ammonia as fuel on dedicated ammonia-fuelled ships. Differences in fuel supply pathways, segregation concepts, and exposure risk scenarios result in different regulatory requirements and design considerations. Understanding these distinctions is essential for future ship design strategies and regulatory compliance planning.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFrom a technical standpoint, the paper outlines key enabling technologies, particularly Ammonia Release Mitigation Systems (ARMS), which are increasingly recognized as integral safety components. 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The paper outlines how these risks were addressed in a structured manner in the vessel design, across the complete ammonia fuel system - from bunkering station, fuel storage, ammonia fuel supply system, supply to the main engine and venting arrangements. Credible failure modes were identified and risks quantified in the context of the ship\u2019s arrangement, and prevention and mitigation measures implemented.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EClose collaboration with the stakeholders including engine makers, shipyard, fuel system supplier, training institutions has helped with the development and addressing of these challenges.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPreventive and mitigative measures include continuous gas detection, segregation and ventilation strategies, suitable material selection, fire protection, emergency isolation, and safeguards for personnel during bunkering and maintenance. In addressing many of these challenges, novel solutions were adopted including design of diffusion unit for release mitigation, isolation arrangements. 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China has taken a different route, shaped by its resource endowment and policy choices. Over the past decade, gas-fired power has stayed near 3% of China\u2019s generation mix, while wind and solar have roughly quadrupled their combined share to above 18% and coal has fallen from roughly 70% to about 58%. Over the same period, total electricity consumption has kept rising: in 2025, demand exceeded 10 trillion kWh for the first time, up 5% year on year.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChina is also becoming a key node in AI- and data centre-driven electricity growth. IEA estimates suggest that in 2024 data centres consumed around 400TWh of electricity worldwide, with roughly one quarter from China, and that this load is likely to roughly double by 2030. Against this backdrop of rising demand and rapid digitalisation without a large coal-to-gas switch, the central question is: what real, monetisable opportunities remain for gas-fired power in China\u2019s power system?\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis paper addresses that question in a system that has deliberately not followed the coal-to-gas route. It identifies three pillars underpinning reliability: large-scale additions of wind and solar capacity, accelerated flexibility retrofits of the coal fleet, and the rollout of spot power markets, capacity mechanisms and performance-based ancillary services. Given current policies and resource endowments, even if overall gas demand continues to grow, gas-fired power is unlikely to become the main \u201Ccoal replacement\u201D in generation, because domestic coal supply, record renewable build-out and coal flexibility retrofits reduce the structural need for gas-fired capacity in bulk power supply.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe paper introduces a \u201Cvolume\u2013value\u201D framework and maps out gas-fired power\u2019s high-value windows. As China accelerates spot pricing, capacity remuneration and performance-based ancillary services, these reforms create niche space for fast, clean flexibility providers. In coastal cities and industrial clusters with pipeline gas access, gas-fired combined heat and power and peaking turbines can still capture premium revenues from peak prices, reserve provision and ramping services, provided market rules are technology-neutral.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAI-driven data centre growth serves as a stress test, contrasting hyperscale clusters co-located with large renewable bases and ultra-high-voltage corridors\u2014where gas plays mainly a backup role\u2014with data centres and industrial parks in major cities and grid-edge nodes, where distributed gas engines, CHP units and gas \u002B storage \u002B renewables hybrids can remain competitive over the next decade if new assets are designed to be compatible with future low-carbon fuels such as hydrogen blends.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFor Gastech participants, China\u2019s experience is both a warning and roadmap: gas or LNG is unlikely to displace coal at scale, but the value of gas-fired power is shifting from terawatt-hour volume to the role it plays at critical moments in a more volatile, digitalised power system. In a market not pursuing coal-to-gas, gas-fired power can still win on where and how it operates -by focusing on specific nodes and services, providing high-quality heat and fast flexibility to edge data centres and industrial clusters rather than generic bulk electricity.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E//\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPricing structures and optionality: How China\u0027s gas pricing framework shapes the choice of optionality\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EShuocheng Ni, Pricing Specialist, S\u0026amp;P Global Energy\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EChina\u0027s LNG imports in 2025 totalled approximately 68.43 million tonnes, marking a 10.6% decline from 2024\u0027s 76.51 million tonnes - a drop of 8.11 million tonnes. This contraction stemmed primarily from robust domestic gas production and ample pipeline supplies, which kept Chinese domestic prices consistently below JKM spot benchmarks, rendering imports less competitive.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELooking to 2026, market participants anticipate sufficient global supply, creating opportunities for spot LNG to supplement peak-season demand. However, with spot prices remaining elevated, buyers are increasingly turning to options strategies for procurement risk management. Diverse buyer profiles in China\u0027s market shape distinct hedging approaches.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELong-term Contract (LTC) Holders prioritise securing spot-like volumes during summer/winter peaks at discounts to LTC take-or-pay levels or prevailing spot prices\u2014despite uncertainty over whether spot will actually undercut LTCs. These buyers offer sellers pricing flexibility, such as Brent or JKM index linkages, in exchange for discounts. This effectively embeds an option where the buyer gets a discount on whichever index they\u0027re using for pricing a cargo during peak season. Alternatively, they incorporate UQT (Upward quantity term) clauses, granting sellers greater delivery flexibility for deeper price concessions, balancing volume risk with cost savings.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EPipeline Gas Contract Holders, meanwhile, benchmark against NOC-linked city-gate prices. In winter 2025, East and South China pipeline contracts averaged RMB 2.85/m\u00B3; new 2026 agreements (renewing March onward) are expected around RMB 2.6\u002B/m\u00B3 or higher. Seeking spot cargoes cheaper than this threshold, they structure deals with seller options: if spot exceeds $8.5/MMBtu, the seller opts out; below $8.5, delivery proceeds at that floor. This mirrors a sold put, monetising pipeline cost certainty to capture spot downside.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese dynamics highlight China\u0027s evolving LNG pricing preferences: LTC buyers favour index-linked optionality for flexibility, while pipeline holders prioritise binary cost-arbitrage structures. 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At the same time, LNG operators face intensifying scrutiny over carbon intensity, capital discipline, and operational resilience across multi-decade assets. For greenfield LNG facilities, the greatest risk often lies not in construction, but in the transition to operations. Industry studies suggest up to 30% of project data can be lost during handover, leading to inefficiencies, rework, and delayed ramp-up. In remote locations, workforce logistics and safety exposure further amplify these risks. LNG Canada, Canada\u2019s first large-scale LNG export facility, took a novel approach: embedding a digital twin\u2013enabled operating model during construction, rather than retrofitting digital tools after startup. The objective was not visualisation alone, but industrial intelligence that creates a unified, contextualised operational environment to improve decision quality, reduce safety exposure, and enable remote collaboration from day one.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe digital twin was deployed to provide:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u2022A single integrated operations cockpit combining asset data and live workflows\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u2022Digitised shift meetings and structured handovers\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u2022Centralised alarm and override management\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u2022Secure mobile access for field technicians and remote planners\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis approach addressed critical construction-to-commissioning gaps. Remote maintenance planners gained real-time visibility into plant status and work scopes, reducing coordination delays and dependence on fragmented systems. 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Crucially, the initiative connected contextualised frontline data to leadership and joint venture stakeholders, improving transparency and strengthening decision-making across organisational boundaries. As LNG infrastructure expands globally, competitive advantage will not be defined by access to data alone, but by the ability to convert that data into coordinated, high-quality decisions from the outset.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis paper explores how building the operating model before first gas can reduce commissioning risk, enhance workforce safety, and prepare LNG assets for decades of resilient, lower-carbon performance. 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Following such events, asset owners are often forced to make immediate, high-risk decisions\u2014whether to shut down operations, evacuate personnel, or restart facilities\u2014under intense time pressure and with limited or fragmented information. Both over-reaction and under-reaction can have severe consequences, ranging from multi-million-dollar daily losses due to unnecessary shutdowns to compromised safety, increased liability, and long-term degradation of asset integrity.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis paper introduces a Digital Twin\u2013based Structural Health and Performance Monitoring (DT SHPM) framework that provides objective, real-time insight into the true condition and performance of critical infrastructure. 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Recent breakthroughs, such as the W\u00E4rtsil\u00E4 25\u2014the world\u2019s first commercially available 4-stroke ammonia engine\u2014demonstrate up to 90% total greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions compared to conventional diesel engines, meeting and exceeding IMO and EU targets for 2040 and beyond. This engine leverages proven dual-fuel technology, robust safety systems, and a low-pressure Otto cycle concept to deliver high efficiency, operational flexibility, and reliability, even under the demanding conditions of small and medium-sized ammonia carriers and bunkering vessels.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, the transition to net-zero shipping is not solely a matter of fuel choice but also of propulsion architecture. Comparative studies and operational analyses for 22,000 m\u00B3 ammonia carriers and bunkering vessels reveal that hybrid electric ammonia-fuelled solutions offer significant advantages over traditional 2-stroke configurations. Hybrid systems provide superior propulsion plant efficiency across variable power demands, enhanced redundancy, and smoother adaptation to dynamic operational profiles typical of bunkering and regional trade routes. The modularity of hybrid electric systems allows for stepwise fuel conversion, easier integration of future energy-saving devices, and optimised use of batteries for peak shaving and spinning reserve, further reducing total energy consumption and emissions.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn contrast, 2-stroke ammonia engines, while suitable for large ocean-going vessels, present challenges for smaller ships: limited flexibility in fuel conversion, higher complexity in auxiliary systems, and less efficient adaptation to frequent load changes. 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Two detailed use cases: a 22,000 m\u00B3 ammonia carrier on the Amsterdam\u2013Gibraltar route, and an ARA based ammonia bunkering vessel\u2014illustrating lifetime fuel, emissions, and operational benefits.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E4. Actionable guidance for shipowners, covering stepwise ammonia adoption, compliance strategies, and electrification-ready design considerations.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ECollectively, the findings position hybrid electric ammonia fuelled propulsion as a technically superior, operationally resilient, and strategically future-proof solution for the next generation of ammonia-capable vessels.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E//\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEstablishing an evaluation basis for implementing non-prescriptive safety requirements for ammonia-fuelled ships and offshore fuel infrastructure\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDr. Fuminori Yanagimoto, Unit Leader, ClassNK\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDriven by global decarbonization efforts, ammonia is being introduced as a carbon-free alternative fuel for ammonia-fuelled ships, and the development of associated bunkering facilities is being considered to support its practical use. In addition, as the use of ammonia expands as a decarbonised fuel in the power generation sector, the development of offshore facilities such as ammonia FSRUs is also being considered as part of the fuel supply infrastructure. At the same time, ammonia exhibits strong toxicity and corrosivity, requiring safety considerations that differ fundamentally from the fire- and explosion-centred design philosophy traditionally applied to LNG-fuelled ships. This has created a need for new evaluation approaches to support sound design and approval decisions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIn response to these characteristics, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) issued the Interim Guidelines for the Safety of Ships Using Ammonia as Fuel (MSC.1/Circ.1687) in 2025. The guidelines introduce a safety philosophy that explicitly addresses toxicity risks and, while specifying certain numerical requirements, adopt a non-prescriptive, performance-based approach, in which safety is demonstrated through analyses, experiments, and engineering justification.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWhile this approach provides design flexibility, it also introduces uncertainty in practical implementation. In particular, engineering bases supporting the assessment of ammonia gas dispersion following leakage, material integrity under ammonia exposure, and assumptions used in defining design conditions are not yet sufficiently harmonised, potentially leading to inconsistent design and approval practices.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis presentation focuses on establishing an evaluation basis to support the implementation of non-prescriptive safety requirements for ammonia-fuelled ships and related offshore fuel infrastructure. Three technical elements that are considered critical for practical implementation are addressed.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFirst, ammonia gas dispersion behaviour, which forms the foundation of toxicity impact evaluation, is investigated through confined-space dispersion experiments using 100% ammonia and corresponding CFD analyses. The resulting concentration distributions and retention characteristics are quantified, allowing dominant parameters affecting ventilation effectiveness and gas detection system arrangement to be identified.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESecond, to support the definition of design assumptions, the treatment of leakage frequency in quantitative evaluations is examined. 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A key challenge is whether this transition can be achieved smoothly without retrofit construction or surplus equipment on commercial vessels, both of which typically incur significant cost and operational downtime. With the anticipated maturation of alternative fuel technologies, Hanwha Ocean, in collaboration with the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), is conducting a study and design approval process for multipurpose fuel tanks equipped with a Fuel Gas Supply System (FGSS) for LNG and ammonia\u2013fuelled gas turbine LNG carriers. The study verifies the feasibility of a multi fuel supply system integrating LNG/ammonia gas turbines and a high manganese IMO Type B tank, as well as operational processes for each fuel mode and the procedural sequence for fuel switching. The final results are targeted for release in June 2026.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHanwha Ocean has proposed a range of fuel transition solutions suitable for early stage of fuel transition, designed to address uncertainties associated with ammonia infrastructure and fuel availability, while enhancing the overall readiness level for ammonia fuel. Gas turbines capable of operating on LNG and ammonia can function in both single fuel and co firing modes, supplying electrical power for propulsion and general onboard demand. To accommodate both fuels, an IMO Type B tank made with high manganese steel is employed, enabling LNG and ammonia to be stored within the same containment system.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo integrate these technologies into a unified platform, a multi-purpose fuel tank system combined with an FGSS is essential. 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At approximately 50% flow, absorbed power may decrease to 12\u201315% of rated input, depending on static head fraction and pipeline friction characteristics. Modelling incorporating LNG density, cryogenic viscosity, and representative pipeline resistance confirms substantial reductions in electrical demand relative to throttled control, with corresponding Scope 2 emissions reduction.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIntegration of a physics-based digital twin enhances this approach by continuously reconciling real-time instrumentation data flow, suction and discharge pressure, motor current, and vibration spectra\u2014with pump performance curves and system resistance models. The digital twin estimates hydraulic operating point, NPSH margin, radial hydraulic force magnitude, and rotor dynamic loading. 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Operator feedback consistently ranks access to licensor know-how as a highest-priority need - but remote monitoring and engineer-led delivery cannot match the pace at which plants generate data and conditions evolve.\u0026nbsp;Highly experienced operators continue to leave the industry, further limiting expertise at operating plants.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis paper describes a three-stage workflow that embeds licensor process knowledge into a physics-informed AI platform, deployed as KBR INSITE 3.0 using Applied Computing\u0027s Orbital engine.\u0026nbsp;In Stage 1, Applied Computing\u0027s Orbital platform - purpose-built for industrial operations - provides the foundational infrastructure: physics-embedded AI models, time-series intelligence, flexible deployment and explainability frameworks. 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Variables cost is broken down into: feedgas priced at HH, feedgas losses (115% of HH), and variable shipping and regasification costs. Fixed cost is broken down into tolling fees under long term offtake contracts and the fixed portion of shipping/regasification. 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At the same time, gas-fired power demand from AI-driven data centre development is rising rapidly, competing for the same molecules. Together, these forces are creating a demand profile that looks less like a cycle and more like a structural reset.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe problem is that the traditional sources of flexible supply are no longer as reliable as the market assumes. Associated gas from the Permian has long acted as a shock absorber, but it is tethered to oil economics that are becoming less supportive. Capital discipline, slower crude growth, and rising gas-to-oil ratios mean Permian gas is no longer guaranteed to bail out the system. Even as new pipelines open up, there is a real risk that producers simply choose not to fill them.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMeanwhile, midstream infrastructure is racing ahead. Billions are being invested to move gas to the Gulf Coast, but pipes do not create molecules\u2014they compete for them. In a tighter supply environment, infrastructure overbuild does not guarantee lower prices. It can intensify competition for feedgas and push basis and benchmark prices higher. The industry is shifting from asking, \u201CCan we move the gas?\u201D to \u201CWho controls it, and at what cost?\u201D\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe consequences are significant. LNG ties U.S. gas prices more directly to global markets, creating political sensitivity and economic strain for domestic consumers. Volatility is likely to increase, and regional price dislocations may become more common. 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This paper examines the emerging convergence of data centres, LNG plants, and gas to power systems on the U.S. Gulf Coast, positioning the region as a next-generation energy digital infrastructure hub. In 2026 and beyond, this convergence could be driving a structural shift from single asset developments toward fully integrated, multi-energy systems, requiring advanced engineering and system integration capabilities.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study illustrates how co-location and direct integration enable operational and commercial synergies across the gas-to-power to compute value chain. For LNG developers, integrated data centre power offtake provides stable, long-term domestic demand that mitigates exposure to volatile global LNG markets, improves asset utilisation, and enhances project economics. Data centres benefit from reliable baseload power, proximity to abundant gas supply, and the ability to bypass congested public grids through behind-the-meter configurations, particularly under evolving regulatory frameworks in Texas and Louisiana. The integration model also supports future deployment of carbon capture and low carbon power solutions, strengthening long-term sustainability pathways.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis integration model demands a step change \u2014shifting from discrete LNG or power projects to end-to-end energy systems engineering, encompassing gas processing, liquefaction, power generation, heat and energy recovery, and readiness for carbon capture and low carbon solutions. 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Implementing such a design helped to overcome limited lifting envelopes, constrained access, and close proximity to surrounding process equipment - aspects that otherwise complicate both installation and long-term serviceability. Traditionally, inline multi-casing compressors have been applied in high-pressure BOG service. However, their multi-body configuration can introduce layout and integration challenges within tightly packaged offshore modules.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo address these constraints, a six-stage integrally geared compressor (IGC) was engineered and installed for New Fortress Energy\u2019s Fast LNG project\u2014representing an early application of integrally geared technology in high-pressure LNG BOG service. This paper presents a detailed case study of the six-stage, 5 MW IGC compressing BOG from approximately 1 bara to 58 bara in a modular offshore LNG facility. The study combines design optimisation rationale with installation and early operational experience, offering practical insights relevant to LNG operators, EPCs, and machinery specialists.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMachinery Design Strategy: From a design perspective, the integrally geared architecture enabled independent pinion speed selection to balance aerodynamic loading and mechanical constraints across the six stages. Pinion speeds were optimised to manage stage Mach number distribution while accommodating bearing speed limits and rotordynamic constraints. The selection of vaned versus vaneless diffusers was evaluated stage-by-stage to balance efficiency, operating range, and mechanical robustness under expected transient conditions. These aerodynamic decisions were closely integrated with mechanical layout, bearing selection, and thermal considerations associated with cryogenic suction gas conditions.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe compact compressor footprint (3.9 m \u00D7 9.6 m) supported module integration while enabling practical piping layouts and maintenance access. Experience from this phase reinforced the importance of early coordination across mechanical and piping disciplines, as well as disciplined alignment and installation practices in modular environments.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EIntegration and Early Operational Lessons: Operational experience and field feedback from the initial post-commissioning operating period\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;was developed in collaboration with New Fortress Energy and has proven pivotal in gaining insights into reliability, operability, and maintenance during early service.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe paper emphasises observations related to skid integration, operating procedures, and interaction between the compressor, controls, and surrounding process equipment. One of the key conclusions of the paper is the importance of coordinated mechanical alignment practices, piping strain and nozzle load management, and clear operating procedures to ensure reliable integration of integrally geared compressors within modular offshore facilities. By combining design rationale with early field experience, this paper highlights key considerations for applying integrally geared compressors in high-pressure LNG BOG service. 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Approximately 50 vessels are currently in order with the capability to operate on ammonia. However, the absence of dedicated bunkering infrastructure remains a critical barrier to large-scale adoption.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EA practical solution involves repurposing existing LPG carriers. The global fleet includes more than 500 LPG carriers equipped to transport ammonia in their cargo tanks. Converting these vessels into ammonia bunker ships provides a cost-effective approach, leveraging established gas-handling technology while addressing ammonia-specific safety and operational requirements.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAlthough many LPG carriers are approaching the end of their service life, their cargo tank systems and reliquefication systems are typically in excellent condition. These vessels can be converted into ammonia bunker barges. Newer LPG carriers, with extended operational lifespans, can be upgraded to serve as fully functional ammonia bunker vessels. This strategy accelerates the development of ammonia bunkering infrastructure while minimising capital expenditure.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis paper explores the conversion of an existing LPG carrier\u2014already designed and certified to transport ammonia as cargo\u2014into a specialised ammonia bunker vessel. Leveraging the vessel\u2019s inherent ammonia-handling capability significantly reduces technical complexity and capital expenditure compared to newbuilds or conversions from non-ammonia carriers.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study focuses on adapting the vessel for frequent bunkering operations rather than long-haul cargo transport. Key modifications include optimising cargo transfer systems for rapid and safe fuel delivery, enhancing vapour return and boil-off management, and upgrading safety systems to meet the operational profile of bunkering. Additional measures address crew protection, emergency response, and compliance with IMO IGF Code requirements.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBy utilising existing ammonia-compatible infrastructure, this approach accelerates the deployment of bunkering assets, enabling early ammonia fuelling hubs and supporting the maritime industry\u2019s decarbonization goals. 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Currently, there are three ammonia-fuelled ships in operation globally, with 45 additional vessels on order. However, ammonia\u0027s toxicity makes the design of leak-mitigation systems critical for the safety deployment of ammonia-fuelled ships. This study employs an integrated experimental and numerical simulation approach to investigate the ventilation and diffusion patterns following ammonia leakage in enclosed spaces, with the aim of optimising ventilation system design and promoting the safe application of ammonia fuel in the shipping industry.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAn experimental study was first conducted to examine ventilation and diffusion after ammonia leakage in a model space. A test setup was constructed, incorporating a liquid ammonia pipeline, a ventilation system, and simulation equipment. The experiment investigated how different ventilation frequencies affect the diffusion distribution and concentration decay rate of ammonia vapour under various orifice leakage scenarios in the pipeline. The results indicate that increasing the ventilation frequency within a certain range improves the concentration decay rate, albeit with diminishing marginal returns. These findings offer valuable insights for the development of relevant safety standards. Additionally, the experimental process was replicated using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations. The close agreement between simulation and experimental results validates the adopted numerical approach.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFurthermore, the ventilation system of an irregularly shaped compressor room in a newly designed ammonia-fuelled cargo ship was optimised through simulation. The original design was prone to localised accumulation of high-concentration ammonia vapour due to complex internal flow fields. Taking ventilation mode, vent arrangement, and ventilation frequency as design variables, and ventilation efficiency as the optimisation objective, multiple simulation scenarios were analysed to determine the influence of each factor on ventilation performance. Based on the findings, an improved ventilation design was proposed, which effectively mitigates safety risks associated with ammonia accumulation.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFinally, looking ahead to the large-scale adoption of ammonia-powered vessels, this study summarises the key patterns observed and proposes recommendations, including the application of experimental data to inform international standards and the wider adoption of simulation-based methods for ventilation system optimisation. This work aims to support the safe development of ammonia-fuelled ships and contribute to the realisation of green shipping throughout the vessel lifecycle.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E//\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAmmonia-fuelled vessels: Operational experience and seafarer training\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EKristof Copp\u00E9, Director \u2013 Fleet Operations \u0026amp; Technical Business Development, Exmar\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESince the early 1980s, EXMAR has been a pioneer in ammonia transportation, leveraging more than four decades of experience to develop innovative solutions across the entire ammonia value chain. From the delivery of the 24,000 m\u00B3 ammonia carrier TIELRODE in 1983 to its current orderbook of four 46,000 m\u00B3 ammonia-fuelled midsize gas carriers, EXMAR has safely transported more than 100 million tons of ammonia by 2024. This long-standing expertise in storage, handling, and transportation forms the foundation for EXMAR\u2019s continued commitment to advancing sustainable shipping solutions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe first ammonia-fuelled midsize gas carrier is scheduled for delivery in the second quarter of 2026 and will represent the world\u2019s first ocean-going ammonia dual-fuel vessel. In preparation for this milestone, extensive research and development activities have been conducted over recent months. Single-cylinder engine tests demonstrated higher efficiency in ammonia mode compared to diesel operation. At 100% load, using a five percent pilot fuel injection, the tests showed very low ammonia slip in the exhaust and virtually no nitrous oxide emissions.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EFollowing these results, the first two full-scale engines were successfully tested and installed on board. During this R\u0026amp;D phase, several opportunities for further optimisation were identified. These improvements have since been resolved and validated during the third full-scale engine test. Performance and emissions characteristics were also confirmed across the full load range on the 6X52DF-A engine platform.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo incorporate the validated design enhancements, the first two vessels will undergo targeted upgrades and retrofits. These modifications are intended to ensure safe and successful sea trials. Delivery of the first vessel is expected in the second quarter of this year, after which the first operational experience with an ammonia dual-fuel gas carrier will be gained.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBeyond vessel design, testing, and future operations, EXMAR has also developed a dedicated training program focused on ammonia both as cargo and as marine fuel. Initially designed for EXMAR Ship Management seafarers, the program is now offered externally to third parties. Through this initiative, EXMAR shares over 40 years of operational experience to support the safe operation of ammonia-fuelled vessels, including ship-to-ship bunkering operations, and to contribute to the wider industry\u2019s readiness for ammonia as a marine fuel.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe paper to be submitted in September will detail EXMAR\u2019s advancements in ammonia transportation with ammonia as fuel, providing an in-depth review of engine testing, trials, and operational feedback from the first months of operation. 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This strategy, along with other approaches, will erode broader US LNG offtaker exposure to Henry Hub. Cargo cancellations will be underwhelming if margins narrow dramatically during the forthcoming period of LNG abundance.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESeverely narrowing European margins for US LNG in December 2025 revived chatter about US LNG cargo cancellations \u2013 something not seen since the pandemic. It has become an appropriate risk factor given the growing likelihood of much lower medium-term international gas and LNG prices and potential for a structural Henry Hub exit from its long-term average of around $3/MMBtu.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EOf close to 70 firms with US LNG contracts, more than one-third have US gas or liquids positions. This provides important insulation from Henry Hub price exposure for LNG cargoes \u2013 a key benefit of integration. Japanese companies, which have been moving en masse into the US upstream, are clearly positioning to take greater advantage of the US gas market as well, given expectations for rising domestic gas consumption. (It also helps that the approach helped to gain favour with the Trump administration.)\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EUpstream integration is not a solution for all offtakers. But avoidance does not necessarily place those buyers at a strategic disadvantage. They are free from the hassles of upstream operatorship and retain the myriad benefits of US LNG, including offtake and destination flexibility, along with supply and pricing diversity. Some are simply less concerned about US gas price volatility. It also does not mean that they lack avenues for Henry Hub exposure mitigation. The ability to optimise shipments is key for some. Several have liquefaction partnerships, which offset US gas costs.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs a result, US cargo cancellations will not be severe if export market conditions deteriorate materially. Integration strategy and Henry Hub insulation are growing among buyers. Contracted volumes associated with integrated offtakers are close to 56% of contracted US LNG \u2013 a figure we expect to grow \u2013 up from only around 38% in 2020. For offtakers avoiding upstream positions, liquefaction partnerships, while less prominent now, could grow as well, with Gulf NOCs representing an important push in this area. Furthermore, while domestic gas sales are a critical component of the integration strategy, the call on US gas is not destined to be a zero-sum game between domestic consumption and LNG exports.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis paper will use proprietary corporate strategy analysis to identify companies, strategies and expected outcomes should the US and international gas markets prove uncooperative during the forthcoming period of LNG abundance.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E//\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EPricing tail risk: Oil-linked SPAs vs spot LNG in a geopolitically volatile market\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ENeng Xiong, Senior LNG Analyst, Kpler\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs the global LNG market progresses further into 2026, consensus forecasts suggest a wave of new liquefaction capacity and softer spot LNG prices. At the same time, oil prices are also expected to trend lower on the back of supply growth. However, the \u201Csupply glut\u201D narrative coexists with rising geopolitical uncertainty, where tail-risk events can still trigger extreme price spikes. For emerging Asian LNG buyers, this creates a procurement dilemma: lock in oil-linked SPAs while oil is relatively low, or rely more on spot LNG that may be cheaper on average but potentially more volatile.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe address this through a Monte Carlo simulation framework calibrated to historical spot Asian LNG\u2013Brent price dynamics. Unlike conventional Net Present Value (NPV) approaches that assume smooth, mean-reverting price paths, our model explicitly incorporates a discrete \u201Cshock\u201D process to capture unexpected price spikes. These shocks are calibrated to reflect disruptions on the scale of the Russia\u2013Ukraine conflict, as well as low-probability, high-impact scenarios such as a temporary supply interruption in the Strait of Hormuz. A disruption in the Strait of Hormuz remains plausible, but we assess the probability as low. Nonetheless, the asymmetric price impact of such an event warrants explicit modelling of tail risk.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis framework captures tail-risk price effects across both spot LNG and oil-linked contracts. We validate the shock parameters by back-testing simulated spike frequency and magnitude against observed outcomes in 2021\u20132022, ensuring that modelled tail behaviour aligns with realised periods of market stress.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWe apply the framework to a representative Asian buyer with seasonal LNG demand and evaluate total procurement cost outcomes over 5\u201320 year horizons. We define a break-even slope as the Brent-linked SPA slope at which a term contract delivers lower procurement cost than a pure spot strategy in 99% of simulated outcomes, reflecting a risk-averse LNG buyer perspective. This incorporates tail risk into the SPA slope, under a defined buyer risk tolerance (99% cost dominance threshold).\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EResults show a clear link between volatility and SPA contract slope. In a baseline 10-year scenario using historical volatility without extreme events, the break-even slope is estimated at 10.7%. When we increase the frequency and magnitude of spot LNG price shocks to reflect a more unstable global environment, that slope rises to 11.8%. The difference represents a quantified \u201Ctail-risk premium\u201D, which can be seen as the additional cost a buyer is willing to pay for contractual certainty in the face of a riskier spot market. When oil prices are assumed to experience similar volatility, the break-even slope moderates to 11.2%, demonstrating how perceptions of price risk across oil and LNG can reshape optimal contract slope. The output is a tail-risk premium curve linking shock-regime assumptions to the break-even slope, allowing SPA negotiations to be stress-tested across buyer risk tolerances and 5\u201320 year horizon lengths.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis reframes SPA slope negotiation as a quantifiable risk-pricing exercise. By explicitly pricing tail risk, buyers and sellers can align contracting decisions with defined risk tolerances, balancing cost efficiency and downside protection in an increasingly volatile LNG market.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E//\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWhich volatility engine are you buying? Pricing structure as a risk-value decision\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EMashal Jaffery, International Expert \u0026amp; Advisor, Baringa Partners\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe global LNG market continues to expand and is approaching a period of record supply growth, fuelled by new developments in the US and Qatar (among other areas). Alongside this supply growth, gas and LNG trading arrangements are becoming more sophisticated, driven by deeper and more liquid traded hubs and a pivot towards FOB contracts, which create opportunities for more complex trading and optimisation strategies.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EWithin this more mature traded market, contract structures matter. LNG contracts benefit from being able to choose between a variety of different indexation options, including oil-linked and an increasing number of different gas hubs (e.g. HH, TTF, NBP, JKM\u0026nbsp;etc). Indexation choices directly influence contract flexibility and risk exposure but can also increase optionality. Pricing structures are now no longer just a procurement decision, but a primary determinant of the risk profile carried by buyers and portfolio players, so pricing structure determines whether you are buying protection or buying optionality\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVolatility is a trader\u2019s toy and a consumer\u2019s liability, creating opportunity and risk. Exceptional market volatility during the Energy Crisis created winners and losers, and while volatility has eased compared to the peak of the crisis, it is likely to remain high compared to historic levels. Price volatility is likely to remain elevated for a range of reasons. In Europe, this includes shifts in gas supply flexibility due to a lower share of traditionally flexible gas supply sources (indigenous production and pipeline imports) and reduced demand-side flexibility in the power sector as coal capacity diminishes. Instead, the role of gas in the power sector is changing to a balancing role as renewables scale. 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By the early 2030s, virtually all this will have entered the market, fundamentally redefining the competitive dynamics of global LNG supply. Developments over the next five years therefore, may drive the reconfiguration of the LNG industry - structure, business models, and the balance of power - for the following decade.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe paper examines which segments of the value chain are most exposed during a potential oversupply period, where balance-sheet stress is likely to emerge, and how strategic behaviour in a low-price, high-volatility environment may create risks and longer-term competitive advantages.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ESpecific issues addressed include: Bridging the gap between upstream supply and downstream markets, portfolios have underwritten major liquefaction investments and absorbed significant price and volume risks. The paper considers what may happen if these risks materialise at scale, the potential for financial strain, and any consolidation or shakeout that could reshape the trading landscape in the post-2030 period.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe US has become the world\u2019s largest LNG supplier, built on a business model that transfers market risk to offtakers. The paper examines whether this structure can withstand prolonged price weakness and volatility, and how sustained cargo cancellations could affect domestic US gas balances and pricing. 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The paper recognizes four major challenges for enabling a robust ship-based CCTS value chain: (1) the lack of unified logistics and cargo specifications for multi-source CO\u2082 streams; (2) the absence of port or nearshore CO\u2082 collection infrastructure that is compatible with aggregation and temporary storage of captured CO\u2082 onboard vessels; (3) the technical complexity of transferring large, intermittent LCO\u2082 cargoes delivered by ship to offshore installations designed for continuous injection; and (4) CO\u2082 compatibility issues arising when utilizing depleted offshore fields as CO\u2082 storage sites. The paper defines the interfaces relevant to transhipment and offshore offloading scenarios, with a primary focus on unloading ship-transported LCO\u2082 at offshore facilities, while also considering the loading and unloading of LCO\u2082 at the emission source. Drawing on published engineering practice and existing standards where available, the paper consolidates applicable CO\u2082 stream specifications for ship-based CCTS chains and develops a structured guidance methodology for screening technically feasible CO\u2082 cargo transfer pathways in light of the four challenges identified. Applying this methodology, thirty (30) potentially feasible transfer pathways for transporting LCO\u2082 by ship to offshore facilities are identified and tabulated for user\u2019s reference. These pathways support the systematic identification of key systems and equipment for CO\u2082 cargo transfer.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETo overcome the mismatch between batchwise shipment of LCO\u2082 and the requirement for continuous CO\u2082 injection into geological formations, the paper highlights the critical role of buffer storage tanks in both nearshore and offshore operations. 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Developing effective methods for its capture and storage is crucial for our industry. One such method involves liquefying post-combustion CO\u2082, enabling large-scale, long-distance cross-border transportation. Given the high energy demand, particularly in the liquefaction process, energy conservation is essential.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAdditionally, post-combustion CO\u2082 capture plants are typically built near existing emission sources, along with the liquefaction facilities. Due to the limited space at these sites, it is important to balance energy conservation with spatial constraints. These restrictions vary by industry and location. Chiyoda has conducted a comprehensive comparison of three CO\u2082 liquefaction technologies, including the necessary auxiliary facilities, focusing not only on liquefaction efficiency but also on overall feasibility. 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Large-scale liquid carbon dioxide (LCO\u2082) storage is a critical component of infrastructure that affects carbon management, transportation, buffering storage, and utilisation pathways across industrial clusters. This paper examines the technical challenges associated with LCO\u2082 storage and highlights its growing importance in the evolving energy markets of Southeast Asia.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ELCO\u2082 storage involves maintaining carbon dioxide at refrigerated temperatures and moderate pressures to achieve the high-density liquid conditions suitable for bulk storage and transport. By significantly reducing volumetric requirements, LCO\u2082 storage enables more economical designs for centralised hubs, ship-based transport systems, and large-scale storage vessels. This is particularly relevant for regions with limited pipeline infrastructure or geographically dispersed emission sources.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHowever, storing LCO\u2082 at scale presents a set of technical challenges that differ markedly from those encountered in conventional hydrocarbon or cryogenic fluid storage due primarily to its very high triple point and narrow liquid phase envelope. The formation of dry ice will likely result in a three-phase system that may not easily self-correct to a two\u2013phase liquid\u2013gas equilibrium state. Key technical challenges for LCO\u2082 pressure vessels include increased susceptibility to brittle fracture at low operating temperatures, the absence of well-established and standardised design and operating envelopes, and the structural design of vessel supports to accommodate the high density of liquid CO\u2082, particularly in seismically active regions such as Southeast Asia\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDespite these challenges, LCO\u2082 storage is poised to play a pivotal role in Southeast Asia\u2019s energy transition. Many countries face constraints with onshore geological storage capacity or lack mature CO\u2082 pipeline networks. In this context, LCO\u2082 storage enables hub-and-spoke CCUS models, ship-based CO\u2082 transport between emitters and storage sites, and integration with emerging carbon utilisation markets such as synthetic fuels, chemicals, and food-grade CO\u2082. This paper discusses the technical challenges and recent developments associated with large-scale LCO2 storage. 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Among the most influential strategic decisions made during project development is the selection between modularised construction and conventional stick-built execution. Although modularisation is universally associated with de-risked construction and reduced onsite labour exposure, its schedule implications are not systematically beneficial. The actual schedule outcomes are obviously highly dependent on the project context and specifics.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis presentation provides a detailed comparative analysis of modular and stick-built construction schedules for LNG EPC projects, with a specific focus on how each approach shapes schedule logic and critical path.\u0026nbsp;Key differences in schedule behaviour are highlighted by examining the full execution timeline, from engineering detailed design and procurement sequencing up to module site installation and integration. The overlap with site activities is also scrutinised in detail, especially at the interface with module installation.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEmphasis is placed on understanding how modularisation fundamentally restructures the schedule by transferring a significant portion of Mechanical, Electrical \u0026amp; Instrumentation activities from the site to single or multiple fabrication yards, thereby shifting schedule criticality upstream into engineering completion, vendor data availability, and module fabrication productivity. The challenge is to identify the finite number of key ingredients that drive the schedule in both Modular and Stick-built strategies. Such drivers are evaluated in the present study across all project phases, including engineering maturity requirements, module yard productivity, logistics and transportation constraints, site readiness, and integration. Special attention is given to schedule interfaces introduced by modular execution. These interfaces often create discrete, logistics-driven critical paths that differ markedly from the more continuous and field-driven critical paths characteristic of stick-built projects.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe investigation presented is based on several actual as-built LNG projects, both stick-built and modular.\u0026nbsp;Replicability (for multiple identical LNG trains, for instance) and its implications on the EPC schedule are also analysed.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EBased on this comparative analysis, the paper concludes by proposing a structured framework to support construction strategy selection during early project development. This framework aligns schedule objectives with project-specific risk profiles, execution constraints, and organisational capabilities, enabling more realistic schedule development and improved predictability of LNG project delivery outcomes.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E//\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EModular liquefaction and pre-treatment: How they can make projects faster and cheaper\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EDipanjan Bhattacharya, Technology Manager - LNG \u0026amp; Gas Processing, Kiewit\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe paper illustrates the value of pre-engineered and modular solutions for large- and medium-scale LNG trains in terms of project timeline, execution strategy and economics.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe concept originated from construction challenges encountered across recent mid- to large-capacity LNG projects. In North America, these challenges include shortages of experienced craft labour, construction on highly constrained sites, attrition of labour to competing industries such as data centres and other infrastructure projects and ongoing execution risks, some of which can be mitigated through design. Outside of North America, projects are often located in remote areas or regions with difficult working conditions, including those with extreme weather or political instability.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EEarly-stage investment also presents significant challenges for project developers, as the financial burden is greatest at project inception. To address this, we are presenting a case study of a modular solution that standardises an end-to-end pretreatment and liquefaction train design to the greatest extent possible, reducing pre-FEED and engineering costs and improving project economics. The modular solution is based on a standardised, fully integrated and optimised process technologies, offering a process licensor\u2019s single accountability for both liquefaction and pre-treatment. To accommodate varying power requirements, the design incorporates dual-mode optionality, with both gas turbines and electric drive configurations being possible.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis modular solution is based upon a highly efficient coil-wound heat exchanger (CWHE) liquefaction unit to provide maximum LNG output. Beyond liquefaction, pretreatment and nitrogen removal have also been standardised using an integrated pretreatment process, which includes SeparSIV to provide a complete, bankable, end-to-end liquefaction train solution. An incremental gain via seamless integration of an automation system, inclusive of the process licensor\u2019s know-how, may also be leveraged as LNG projects compete for the best economics. Where feed gas conditions require deviation in pretreatment or where nitrogen removal is unnecessary, adjustments can be made within the established framework, as the design anticipates such variations.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe case study completed a high-fidelity 3D model to support this approach. The strategy avoids mega modules due to yard and transport constraints and instead utilises module sizes that are simpler to source and transport. The paper discusses the methodology used to determine module layouts, sizes and dimensions, taking into account module yard availability, ship availability and general site accessibility.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe study highlights the following design development, including:\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u2022Equipment layout aligned with process flow path to minimize piping in between modules\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u2022Module variations driven by feed gas composition, particularly within the pretreatment unit\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u2022Equipment weights and dimensional constraints\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThis paper demonstrates how standardisation reduces overall project development time and cost, while also creating efficiencies that extend into the early EPC phase. It further examines how outlier conditions can introduce deviations from the standard approach and how these impacts are addressed.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E//\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAn overlooked threat: The truth about airflow deficits in ACHEs \u2013 a direct impact on LNG production\u0026nbsp;\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EYuta Kawashima, Senior Engineer, JGC Corporation\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EHundreds of air-cooled heat exchangers (ACHEs) are utilised throughout the air-cooled LNG plant. The performance of ACHEs is critical and directly affects LNG production. The performance of ACHEs can be significantly reduced if hot air recirculation (HAR) occurs. Nowadays, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is routinely used for HAR studies to predict and mitigate impacts in advance. However, another issue of air flow deficit in ACHEs, which significantly affects LNG production, has not yet been widely recognised in the energy industry. Insufficient air flow directly reduces the cooling performance of ACHEs, especially propane condensers, and hence, leads to less refrigerant condensation and lower LNG output directly. For the current LNG facility, the design margins, which are set to ACHE heat transfer area, gas turbine capacity and licensed process package, help mitigate the effects of air flow deficits. As a result, the air flow deficit issue has been made ambiguous.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs a global engineering leader, JGC investigated the air flow deficit issue in the LNG plant through air flow measurement at site, CFD-based root cause analysis, small-scale ACHE experiments, and process evaluation. Although the vendor shop test can achieve 100% of the design airflow, the air flow measurement of the ACHEs in several LNG plants shows that the actual air flow rate in the ACHEs is 20-30% lower than the design air flow due to the effects of the installed obstacles and weather conditions. The root cause of the air flow rate deficit was investigated using CFD simulation. It was found that the airflow deficit is mainly induced by plant layout, including ACHE height and nearby obstacles, weather conditions, and ACHE configuration. To address the air flow deficit concern, JGC is collaborating with Kyoto University to construct a small-scale ACHE test facility with an open wind tunnel as shown in Figure 1. Results from the controlled indoor environment demonstrate that air flow rates could decrease by up to approximately 25% depending on the ACHE configuration and wind conditions. Additionally, operational data from LNG plant facilities indicate an air flow deficit ranging from 10% to 30%. A certain process simulation results for a typical LNG plant revealed that a 10% deficit in air flow rate could correspondingly cause a 2% reduction in LNG production, which underlines the importance of addressing this issue for both the plant owner and the EPC contractor.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe actions from the whole LNG industry are required to address this ACHE air-flow deficit issue. First, it is important for the LNG industry to recognise that ACHE air flow deficit is a widespread and systemic issue directly affecting LNG production, with a comparable or larger impact than HAR but far less acknowledged. Second, there is a strong need to establish LNG industry-wide design guidelines that define standardised methods for the assessment of airflow impact, layout optimisation, and deciding appropriate design margins from early stages. 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Feedgas flows to key Gulf Coast plants collapsed from near 20 Bcf/d to around 11 Bcf/d, revealing structural weaknesses in HH-indexed FOB deals\u2014particularly those with high fixed constants, rigid notice periods and limited operational flexibility. The episode has accelerated interest in adding caps, collars and dual trigger review mechanisms to future HH-linked contracts.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003ETTF remains the anchoring benchmark for Atlantic Basin LNG even as European fundamentals improve. TTF\u2019s persistent premium to both JKM and NWE LNG keeps more supply in Europe and supports a deeper Atlantic-based swap market.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EVolatility patterns across benchmarks are reshaping risk management. Brent retains the lowest volatility and remains the cross-commodity stabiliser. JKM and TTF, after extreme swings in 2022, have moderated but still require active hedge management. HH, historically less volatile, now exhibits sharp, event-driven spikes tied to weather, pipeline constraints and feedgas disruptions\u2014exactly the environments that force rapid reassessment of optionality and contract economics.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThese benchmark dynamics are driving a shift toward hybrid index portfolios. Brent\u2019s affordability supports a revival of oil-linked structures, while JKM and TTF remain essential for exposure calibration and downstream alignment. HH continues to offer value but requires redesigned contracts and stronger risk sharing.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EAs 2026 unfolds, LNG markets are defined by the tightest convergence between spot, oil-indexed and gas hub-linked pricing in more than a decade. 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