Kinetics, a Karpowership initiative, has embarked on the construction of the first in its series of planned next-generation floating storage and regasification units (FSRUs) at Seatrium’s Tuas Boulevard Yard in Singapore.
Kinetics describes the start of construction of LNGT Karadeniz, its first high-capacity FSRU, as “a major milestone” in the expansion of its floating LNG infrastructure portfolio. A steel-cutting ceremony has been held at Seatrium’s Tuas Boulevard Yard in Singapore.
The vessel, which is designed with low, medium and high-pressure send-out systems, will deliver up to 600 million standard cubic feet per day (scfd) of regasification capacity, perceived to mark a significant step in Kinetics’ strategy to expand flexible LNG infrastructure worldwide.
LNGT Karadeniz will enable the firm to serve a broader range of LNG import projects and downstream gas networks, strengthening its ability to provide fast, flexible and reliable energy infrastructure to countries seeking to enhance energy security and diversify their energy mix.
This vessel will incorporate a high-capacity regasification module, spread mooring system, LNG transfer and cargo handling systems, utilities, electrical distribution, and advanced automation and control technologies, creating a fully integrated floating terminal designed to meet the highest operational and safety standards.