Lloyd’s Register has granted approval in principle to GTT’s new digital solution for LNG regasification.
POWER (Prediction of Operational Windows to Enable Regas operations) has been designed to optimise the regasification operations of offshore units (FNLG2 or FSRU3) and the transhipment of LNG between these units and LNG carriers in areas subject to difficult sea conditions.
This AiP confirms that POWER helps decision-making and improves the safety, accuracy and flexibility of offshore LNG transfer operations.
“This innovative design will provide LNG carrier operators with valuable data to help make the right decisions for offshore operations, improving overall safety at sea and helping Lloyd’s Register’s clients to stay competitive in the global shipping industry,” said Panos Mitrou, global gas segment director, Lloyd’s Register.
POWER is an automated risk analysis tool based on heading data, sloshing analysis and a three-day forecast. Said to provide better risk anticipation and a significant increase in ship-to-ship operations of offshore units exposed to rough sea conditions, GTT estimates that it could increase operational windows up to 98% of on-site time, compared to 39% currently.
“It is a great illustration of how GTT Digital solutions make shipping smarter thanks to a combination of advanced artificial intelligence and GTT’s expertise,” said Philippe Berterottière, chair and chief executive of GTT.
“While ensuring the highest level of safety, POWER offers more flexibility to LNG vessels during offshore operations significantly increasing the capacity to receive and deliver gas to the end customers.”
