By the end of this course, participants will:
- Understand the fundamentals of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production, storage, and transportation.
- Learn the processes involved in liquefaction, storage, and regasification of LNG.
- Gain insight into the infrastructure and technologies used in LNG facilities and supply chains.
- Understand the economic, environmental, and regulatory considerations related to LNG.
DAY 1
Introduction to LNG and Liquefaction Process
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- Overview of LNG: definition, properties, and benefits
- The LNG production process: from natural gas to liquefaction
- Types of liquefaction methods: Cascade, Mixed Refrigerant, and Expander cycles
- Technologies and equipment used in LNG production
- Exercises: Evaluating liquefaction efficiency in different methods
DAY 2
LNG Storage, Transportation, and Safety Considerations
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- LNG storage systems: onshore and offshore storage tanks
- Transportation of LNG: tankers, pipelines, and terminals
- Thermal insulation techniques for LNG storage and transport
- Safety hazards, risk management, and safety protocols in LNG operations
- Exercises: Designing an LNG storage and transport plan for an export terminal
DAY 3
LNG Regasification, Distribution, and Environmental Impact
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- The regasification process: converting LNG back to natural gas
- LNG receiving terminals, regasification technologies, and distribution networks
- Environmental considerations in LNG production and transportation
- Case studies of LNG regasification and distribution projects
- Exercises: Optimizing an LNG regasification terminal
DAY 4
LNG Economics, Market Trends, and Future Developments
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- The global LNG market: supply, demand, and pricing dynamics
- Economic factors in LNG production, transport, and trade
- Trends in LNG technology: floating LNG (FLNG), small-scale LNG, renewable LNG
- Market developments, investment opportunities, and future trends in LNG
- Exercises: Evaluating the economic feasibility of new LNG projects
