Second FLNG vessel conversion order

This vessel conversion marks the culmination of the first of two additional options following the yard’s initial contract secured last July for the conversion of Golar’s Moss-type LNG carrier Hilli.

Michael Chia, managing director marine & technology, Keppel O&M, said: “We are happy that Golar LNG is proceeding with their second FLNGV conversion, and would like to thank them for once again entrusting Keppel Shipyard as their lead contractor of choice.”

He added that Golar LNG, together with its partner Black & Veatch, is confident that FLNGV conversion solutions are indeed the answer to a need to bring small and mid-scale LNG supplies to market in a more timely and cost-efficient manner.

The work scope for Keppel Shipyard in converting the Gimi is similar to that for the Hilli. Keppel Shipyard will provide the design, detailed engineering and procurement of the marine systems and all of the conversion-related construction services.

Black & Veatch will provide design, procurement and commissioning support services for the topsides, as well as the liquefaction process utilising its established PRICO technology.

Full construction of the new vessel will only commence when Keppel Shipyard receives a notice to proceed, expected to be issued no later than November 2015. In the meantime, orders for long-lead primary equipment such as gas turbines and cold boxes will be placed.

The Gimi is expected to be delivered around 33 months after receipt of the notice to proceed.