Framo delivers pumping systems for FSRU

The contract, initially for one unit and including an option for three more, will see Framo install four pumps in Höegh’s vessels, due to be delivered during the period 2019-2021.

Thorbjørn Vågenes, director, oil & gas pumping systems at Framo, stated: “Global demand for energy is on the rise, but in many areas the necessary infrastructure is not in place. FSRU is a highly versatile alternative as a vessel can be moored at any quay and operate as a terminal. Furthermore, the investment costs are significantly lower than for onshore developments.”

Framo said its pump systems are more reliable, lighter, and have fewer components to maintain compared with the conventional pumps most commonly used on board FSRU vessels. The company says its system will also eliminate the need for a separate pump room on the processing and terminal facility, where space often is limited.

FSRUs are used when it is not profitable or practical to develop onshore terminals. By using an on-board regasification unit, liquid gas is converted to gas prior to being brought ashore.

The three additional units are currently being built at Samsung Heavy Industries in Korea.

A similar Framo solution was delivered to Shell’s floating LNG facility, Prelude FLNG.