FSRU TOSCANA
- Latitude: 43.6461
- Longitude: 9.98743
- West Mediterranean
- Offshore Terminal in Italy
Location: Italy
The FSRU (Floating Storage and Regasification Unit) Toscana is a key infrastructure in Italy's LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) import strategy. Located off the coast of Livorno, in Tuscany, this facility has played a critical role in diversifying Italy's energy sources and enhancing energy security.
General Description:
- Location: Offshore, Livorno, Tuscany, Italy
- Coordinates: Approximately 22 km off the coast
- Commissioned: December 2013
FSRU Toscana Specifications:
Conversion and Capabilities:
- The vessel was originally an LNG carrier named Golar Frost, converted into an FSRU.
- Regasification Capacity: Capable of regasifying approximately 3.75 billion cubic meters (bcm) of natural gas per year.
Technical Specifications:
- Storage Capacity: Around 137,100 cubic meters of LNG.
- Regasification Facilities: Equipped with onboard regasification units to convert LNG back into natural gas.
- Mooring Configuration: Permanently moored to special subsea mooring and anchoring points.
Infrastructure:
- Pipeline Connections: Connected to the national gas transmission network via a subsea pipeline.
- Jetty and Loading Facilities: Adapted to allow LNG carriers to offload LNG to the unit mid-sea.
Operational Details:
Safety Measures:
- Equipped with advanced safety systems including emergency shut-down mechanisms, fire suppression systems, and regular safety drills.
- LNG is stored at approximately -160 degrees Celsius, requiring highly specialized handling procedures.
Environmental Considerations:
- Designed to minimize environmental impact, adhering to stringent regulations to prevent spills and emissions.
- Operates with systems to control and minimize boil-off gas emissions.
Economic Impact:
- Provides an alternative to pipeline-imported natural gas, enhancing energy security.
- Supports local economies by ensuring a reliable gas supply, crucial for industries and residential heating.
Importance in the Energy Sector:
- Strategic Asset: Integral in Italy's strategy to diversify gas supplies and reduce dependence on pipelines from a single source.
- Flexibility: Offers flexibility in sourcing LNG from various global suppliers, responding dynamically to market conditions.
- Energy Security: Enhances Italy's energy security, ensuring a steady supply even during disruptions.
In summary, the FSRU Toscana is a state-of-the-art facility that plays a pivotal role in Italy’s LNG import framework, providing a flexible, secure, and efficient solution to meet the country's natural gas demands.
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