ENEL Canary Islands LNG Terminal

FSRU/FSU+Regas

Sofregaz Driving FSRU Integration for Decarbonization

Located in Granadilla, Spain, the ENEL Canary Islands LNG Terminal aims to decarbonize the region’s thermal power plant by using natural gas and hydrogen. The project involves a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) with a capacity of 80,000 to 165,000 m³, connecting to the plant via a natural gas pipeline. Sofregaz was in charge of the FEED design, reducing technical uncertainties and preparing the project for the EPC phase.

The ENEL Canary Islands LNG Terminal, located in Granadilla, Spain, is a pivotal project designed to support the decarbonization of the Canary Islands' energy sector. The terminal will supply natural gas and green hydrogen to the region’s thermal power plant, replacing higher-emission fuels to significantly reduce the plant’s CO2 footprint. At the heart of this initiative is a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) with a storage capacity ranging from 80,000 to 165,000 m³. This FSRU will be connected to the existing power plant via a natural gas pipeline, ensuring a reliable and continuous supply of cleaner energy.

Sofregaz is at the forefront of the project’s Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) phase. Our team is responsible for reducing technical uncertainties and ensuring the project’s readiness for the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) phase. By leading the FEED design, Sofregaz is optimizing the integration of the FSRU with the power plant, ensuring a seamless and efficient transition to natural gas and hydrogen.

Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU)

The FSRU, with a capacity of 80,000 to 165,000 m³, will play a critical role in supplying natural gas to the thermal power plant. This flexible offshore infrastructure allows for rapid implementation without the need for extensive onshore construction. The FSRU will store liquefied natural gas (LNG) and convert it back to gas for distribution through the pipeline, enabling the plant to shift towards cleaner energy sources.

Decarbonization via Natural Gas and Hydrogen

A key objective of this project is to decarbonize the Canary Islands' thermal power generation by utilizing natural gas as a primary fuel and preparing the infrastructure for future green hydrogen integration. This will significantly reduce CO2 emissions, helping the region meet its sustainability goals and aligning with Spain’s broader environmental targets.

Pipeline and Power Plant Integration

Sofregaz is responsible for designing the natural gas pipeline that will connect the FSRU to the power plant. This pipeline will ensure a steady flow of natural gas to the plant, replacing more polluting fuels and improving the plant’s overall efficiency and environmental impact.

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