Klaipeda LNG Reloading Station

Small Scale LNG

Sofregaz Klaipeda LNG Reloading Station

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  • Project Name: Reloading Station of KLAIPEDA
  • Country: Lithuania
  • Project Site Location: Southern part of Klaipėda State Seaport, in the Curonian Lagoon at the Kiaulės Nugara Island
  • Name of Client: KLAIPEDOS-NAFTA
  • Project Type: FEED
  • Completion Date: 2015

The Klaipeda LNG Reloading Station, located in Klaipeda, Lithuania, is a vital extension of the existing oil terminal and plays a significant role in enhancing the country’s LNG capabilities. This facility is designed to manage various LNG operations, including LNG unloading from carriers, LNG storage, bunkering, and truck loading. The station’s versatile infrastructure supports local and regional LNG distribution, promoting cleaner energy alternatives in the Baltics.

Since the project’s inception in 2014, Sofregaz has been deeply involved in multiple phases, offering a wide range of engineering and consulting services. Our contributions include:

  • Leading the Technological Design Concept Study to determine the optimal design and operational efficiency of the facility,
  • Conducting the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), covering critical aspects such as process design, safety systems, and piping layouts,
  • Performing Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA) to ensure that the station adheres to the highest safety standards during all phases of operation.
LNG Unloading and Storage

The Klaipeda LNG Reloading Station is equipped to handle LNG carriers with capacities ranging from 1,400 m³ to 25,000 m³, ensuring efficient LNG unloading and storage. The facility includes horizontal pressurized storage tanks with a staged expansion plan to accommodate increasing demand, from the initial 3 tanks to a total of 10 units in the future.

LNG Bunkering and Truck Loading

The station is also designed for LNG bunkering, with a maximum flow rate of 500 m³/h for vessels such as oil tankers and ferries. In addition, the facility offers LNG truck loading, enabling the distribution of LNG via road, supporting local industries and promoting clean energy usage across the region.

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Sofregaz has ensured that the Klaipeda LNG Reloading Station meets stringent safety regulations. Our QRA and safety design measures ensure the secure operation of the facility, minimizing risks associated with LNG handling, storage, and transportation. Additionally, all design and construction phases comply with environmental and regulatory requirements.

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