The main engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractors for a liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in the United States, U.S.-headquartered McDermott (MDR) and Chiyoda International Corporation (CIC), have finished work on the first train and have two more on their agenda for this LNG export terminal under construction in Sabine Pass, Texas.
The two players have substantially completed construction and commissioning of Train 1 of the Golden Pass LNG project in Texas, enabling the terminal’s start-up operations and the achievement of first LNG, which is seen as a landmark milestone in the delivery of one of North America’s most significant LNG developments.McDermott claims that reaching first LNG represents a major step forward in the project lifecycle, reflecting the culmination of years of engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning. The company serves as the lead partner of the joint venture responsible for the delivery of three LNG trains.
Michael McKelvy, Chief Executive Officer and Chair of the Board for McDermott, commented: “This is a defining moment for the Golden Pass LNG Project and a significant achievement for McDermott, our partner Chiyoda and Golden Pass LNG.
“Reaching first LNG demonstrates the strength of our execution capabilities, the resilience of our teams and our ability to safely deliver complex LNG infrastructure that supports global energy needs.”Following the first LNG on Train 1, the two contractors will continue progressing the Golden Pass LNG project as construction and commissioning work on trains 2 and 3 continues. Golden Pass LNG is a joint venture between QatarEnergy (70%) and ExxonMobil (30%).
First LNG is interpreted to pave the way for the project to deliver its first cargo, achieve sustained liquefaction operations, and meet its commercial and strategic objectives. The achievement also marks an important milestone for Golden Pass LNG’s shareholders, highlighting the project’s strategic role in strengthening global energy supply and advancing long-term LNG growth.