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Regulations and natural gas design
The natural gas industry is in a state of flux, with evolving industry regulations facilitated by lessons learned from previous catastrophes.
Fouling in gas processing facilities: Testing, root cause analysis and mitigation—Part 1
Fouling in gas processing facilities can take on several different forms, depending on the conditions where it occurs and the contaminants involved.
High-temperature hydrogen attack, accelerated by a fire incident
This article investigates the damage mechanism of a 2-in.outer diameter (OD) low-alloy Platformer furnace thermowell tubein a refinery.
Energy industry must act on growing threat of cyber-attacks
Traditionally, cyber criminals have followed the money, breaching companies’ IT environments to steal data for financial gain.
A new hydraulic turbine approach to increase LNG production and efficiency
Expanding liquid hydrocarbons with hydraulic turbines in place of control valves offers thermodynamic benefits that can be effectively used in all LNG liquefaction processes, including the common propane precooled mixed refrigerant (C3MR) process.
Agile approaches for transitioning to quantitative risk assessment modeling—Part 2
Pipeline operators are increasingly transitioning their pipeline risk assessment approaches to more objective, quantitative risk models that provide for improved decision-making, an increased ability to manage risk levels to acceptability targets and ultimately support their integrity programs to eliminate high-impact events.
An evaluation of shale gas reforming technologies—Part 2: Cost and carbon intensity estimation
This work has introduced shortcut approaches for the rapid selection of reforming technologies and order-of-magnitude correlations to estimate the cost and CO2 emissions of the reforming unit.
GP Innovations: New in Gas Processing technology
Elliott Group released its Gemini compressor performance monitoring system.
Agile approaches for transitioning to quantitative risk assessment modeling—Part 1
Pipeline operators are increasingly transitioning their pipeline risk assessment approaches to more objective, quantitative risk models that provide for improved decision-making, better ability to manage risk levels to acceptability targets and, ultimately, support their integrity programs to eliminate high-impact events.
Advancements in real-time measurement of LNG composition during processing and custody transfer
With the availability of easy-to-use commercial instrumentation, the threshold to work with Raman spectroscopy has now become approachable and workable for LNG applications.
Optimization of cryogenic NGL recovery plants using dynamic online process simulation—Part 2
This article—a continuation of the first installment published in the August issue of Gas Processing & LNG—discusses DCP Midstream’s approach to plant optimization using dynamic process models and present some actual operating examples demonstrating the benefits.
New in gas technology
This article highlights recent technologies in gas processing and LNG.
Optimization of cryogenic NGL recovery plants using dynamic online process simulation
DCP Midstream actively adjusts the operation of its cryogenic natural gas liquids (NGL) recovery plants based on real-time comparison of plant performance with dynamic process simulations.
Electric drive LNG can grow with the clean energy transition
As companies across markets set aggressive decarbonization goals and sustainability commitments to align with changing regulations and consumer demands for greener energy and fuel, the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry is searching for ways to lower emissions.
An evaluation of shale gas reforming technologies—Part I: Technology overview and selection
Shale gas monetization to value-added chemicals has gained extensive interest in the past decade due to the increased supply and proven reserves of shale gas.
The future of gas turbine market: Asia Pacific to emerge as a key revenue pocket through 2028
The constant endeavor of industry players for withstanding competition in the gas turbine market has led to an increase in collaborative agreements and partnerships in the marketplace over the recent years.
Executive Q&A: Combating the effects of gas flaring with GTL technology
Gas Processing & LNG (GP&LNG) sat down with Mark Hess (MH), CEO of ENG.
The other sulfides: Organic sulfur species in amine solvents
This article examines the behavior of carbonyl sulfide (COS), C1–C5 mercaptans (R1SH–R5SH), methyl ethyl sulfide (MES), dimethyl sulfide (DMS) and dimethyl disulfide (DMDS) in amine solvent systems.
Integrated rupture disk assemblies for cryogenic equipment and storage systems
While OEMs have relied on rupture disks in their cryogenic equipment, the availability of integrated, miniaturized rupture disk solutions tailored to the application in a variety of standard and exotic materials can significantly enhance equipment safety, compliance and reliability, even in extreme work conditions.
Small Scale LNG: New Launches to Control Global Emissions
There has been a growing demand of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in various countries across the globe, owing to its impeccable application in trucks and ships.
Engineering assessments in support of pipeline safety: Emerging trends and approaches—Part 2
This article is a continuation of Part 1 published in the May/June issue of Gas Processing & LNG. This article presents an overview of driving factors and trends for engineering assessments and code-related considerations.
Corrosion mitigation in gas facilities’ piping using FBE coated pipes and corrosion-resistant alloy girth welds
The operating conditions and corrosive nature of the process fluids in the Haradh and Hawiyah areas have subjected facility piping to undesirable corrosion phenomena.
Ensuring safe CNG refueling stations though smart fluid system choices
Compressed natural gas (CNG) has become one of the most attainable means of dramatically reducing the emissions associated with traditional gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.
New in Gas Processing Technology
The new shaft generator from ABB enables ship operators to benefit from the advantages of permanent magnet technology.
Gas Processing News
Antigua Power Co. Ltd. has awarded Wärtsilä an EPC contract to build a new LNG terminal on the island nation of Antigua.
How digital technology helps processing industries connect the dots
Leaders in the processing industry are exploring ways of using digital technology to create intelligent and autonomous operations that optimize daily production, manage risk, improve margins and enable a more flexible workforce.
Editorial Comment
Modern society would not be possible without the use of pipelines to transport natural gas, crude oil and finished products to demand centers.
Global Project Data
Gulf Energy Information’s Global Energy Infrastructure (GEI) database is tracking nearly 230 active gas processing/LNG projects around the world.
Safe design and operation of renewable natural gas facilities
The U.S. produces almost 70 MMtpy of waste; over time, this waste generates biogas with the help of bacteria.
Versatile and capable: Advantages of regenerative turbine pumps in LPG applications
Autogas (also referred to as LPG) has become a popular fuel source around the globe, evidenced by its steady increase in consumption in recent years.
- Credit Agricole says it will not fund two major LNG projects
- Aramco awards $7.7-B contracts to add 1.5 Bscfd of raw gas to Fadhili Gas Plant
- Japan's JERA suspends output at 4 gas-fired power plants to secure LNG stocks
- LNG Canada expansion to be decided by 2025
- TotalEnergies: Papua LNG project requires 'more work' to reach final investment decision
- Technip Energies awarded a major LNG contract for the North Field South Project by QatarEnergy
- Shell publishes Energy Transition Strategy 2024
- QatarEnergy to charter 19 new LNG vessels expanding fleet further
- Aramco awards $7.7-B contracts to add 1.5 Bscfd of raw gas to Fadhili Gas Plant
- Mabanaft announces successful acquisition of WESTFA Energy GmbH
