Kongsberg Maritime Secures Major Contract with Golar LNG for FLNG Vessel
Kongsberg Maritime has recently announced a significant contract with Golar LNG, valued at over $25 million, to provide an integrated package of electrical, control, safety, and propulsion systems for the Golar MK II floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) vessel.
The agreement entails Kongsberg’s equipment playing a crucial role in the onboard systems for a substantial rebuild project where Golar’s LNG tanker Fuji LNG will undergo a significant lengthening of nearly 100 meters to be converted into an FLNG vessel. The conversion project is currently underway at the CIMC Raffles shipyard in Yantai, China, with Black & Veatch supplying the topside LNG process plant.
Key Features of Kongsberg’s Supply Scope
The supply scope for the Golar MK II FLNG includes two UUC305 azimuth thrusters, electrical systems, and an integrated control and safety system (ICSS). Notably, the thrusters will be equipped with a Heading Control system, leveraging Kongsberg’s expertise in Dynamic Positioning (DP) without requiring full DP capabilities for the FLNG.
The ICSS provided by Kongsberg integrates control of various systems onboard, including the process plant, energy management, power distribution, cargo handling, ballast control, and auxiliary systems. Safety features within the ICSS encompass the Emergency Shutdown System (ESD), Fire and Gas Detection System (F&G), and Process Shutdown System (PSD) to ensure robust protection and operational integrity.
Client Testimonials and Future Outlook
According to Morten Skjong, Golar LNG’s Project Manager for the MK II FLNG, “Kongsberg Maritime has been a trusted supplier to Golar LNG’s floating portfolio for decades, and we are pleased to have them as a key provider for our next-generation FLNG production unit, the MK II FLNG.”
Vegard Skår, Vice President – Sales, Offshore Production Units, added, “We have worked closely with Golar from the early design phase of this complex project, securing a large scope of supply for their Mk2 vessel. There has been excellent collaboration with CIMC Raffles and Black & Veatch during the design phase, and we look forward to continuing this progressive approach.”
Project Details and Timeline
The total budget for the MK II FLNG conversion is $2.2 billion, covering the conversion vessel, yard supervision, spares, crew, training, contingencies, initial bunker supply, and voyage-related costs. Excluding financing costs, the vessel is expected to be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2027.
With Kongsberg Maritime’s expertise and advanced solutions, the Golar MK II FLNG project is expected to set new standards in the LNG industry, showcasing innovation, reliability, and safety in floating LNG production.