FLNG DUA

• Latitude: 7.385603
• Longitude: 115.8526
• Indonesia
• Offshore Terminal in Malaysia

Location: Malaysia

An Offshore Terminal for a Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) facility, such as the FLNG DUA in Malaysia, serves as a key structure for the production, liquefaction, storage, and offloading of natural gas at sea. Here’s an overview of its description and specifications:

Description of FLNG DUA

FLNG DUA represents the second FLNG facility operated by PETRONAS, Malaysia's national oil and gas company. It is a sophisticated offshore terminal designed to exploit natural gas resources located in remote offshore fields and convert them into liquefied natural gas (LNG) directly on-site, eliminating the need for long-distance transportation of raw gas to onshore processing plants.

Specifications

1. Processing Capacity

   • Production Capacity: Approximately 1.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LNG.
   • Gas Processing Technology: Utilizes advanced liquefaction technology to handle a variety of gas compositions.
   • Associated Production: Can handle associated natural gas liquids (NGLs) and condensates.

2. Dimensions and Facilities

   • Length: Around 365 meters.
   • Width: Approximately 65 meters.
   • Height: Up to 33 meters above the waterline.
   • Storage: Equipped with LNG storage tanks capable of holding around 180,000 cubic meters of LNG.
   • Topsides: Comprises modules for gas pre-treatment, liquefaction, and utilities.

3. Mooring and Offloading

   • Mooring System: Designed to operate in harsh offshore environments with a robust mooring system.
   • Offloading: Equipped with arms and systems for LNG offloading to LNG carriers for transport to market.

4. Operations and Safety

   • Designed for continuous operation, typically several years between scheduled maintenance shutdowns.
   • Safety Systems: Comprehensive safety and emergency response systems, adhering to international maritime and industrial safety standards.
   • Environmental Protection: Measures to minimize environmental impact, including emissions control and potential discharge management.

5. Location and Deployment

   • Deployed in Malaysian offshore fields; typically positioned near gas fields that are remote or lacking infrastructure for pipeline transport.
   • Location: Adaptable to various offshore locations within Malaysian jurisdiction, requiring substantial seabed preparations and evaluations.

6. Innovations and Technology

   • Advanced Liquefaction: Employs cutting-edge technologies for efficient and reliable LNG production.
   • Automation and Remote Monitoring: High degree of automation for real-time monitoring and control.
   • Versatility: Capable of handling different gas qualities and adjustable to varying field conditions.

Functional Aspects

• Extraction and Production: Directly extracts natural gas from subsea wells, processes, and liquefies it on the FLNG unit.
• Reusability and Mobility: Being an offshore unit, it can be redeployed to different gas fields after depleting the current one.
• Energy Security: Bolsters Malaysia’s LNG production capacity, enhancing both domestic supply stability and export potential.

Conclusion

FLNG DUA represents a major achievement in offshore energy production, providing a versatile and mobile solution to natural gas exploitation in deep and remote waters. Its state-of-the-art technology and robust design demonstrate Malaysia's growing capabilities in the LNG sector and its commitment to leveraging natural gas resources efficiently and sustainably.