Argent LNG Taps GTT for Liquefaction Facility in Louisiana

Louisiana-based Argent LNG has selected GTT onshore tank technology to develop its liquefaction facility at Port Fourchon, Louisiana.

Argent LNG said in a news release that its planned facility in Port Fourchon will include GTT, a cryogenic membrane containment system used in the transport and storage of liquefied natural gas (LNG). The facility is targeted to have a capacity of 20 million tons per annum and begin operations in 2029/2030.

Argent LNG is planning a phased development of liquefaction trains at a greenfield site strategically located at Port Fourchon. Argent has signed a long-term lease with the Greater Lafourche Port Commission and now aims to capitalize on the growing global demand for LNG by developing a low-cost, low-carbon intensity facility on the land west of the current port.

GTT will provide its membrane technology for LNG storage tanks, “ensuring optimal performance, safety, and reliability due to its simplified modular technology, which relies on prefabricated containment elements to achieve optimum thermal cycle performance and facilitate construction, operation and maintenance,” according to the release.

GTT's containment systems will be integrated into Argent LNG's storage infrastructure to enhance storage capacity and operational efficiency while minimizing environmental impact.

Argent LNG CEO Jonathan Bass said, "We are thrilled to partner with GTT, a company with unparalleled expertise in LNG storage technology. This collaboration is crucial for our mission to develop a world-class LNG facility that not only meets but exceeds industry expectations in terms of efficiency and sustainability. GTT delivers end-to-end solutions from storage to transportation”.

David Colson, Commercial Vice President of GTT, said, "We are delighted to work with Argent LNG on this significant project. Our advanced membrane technologies will be key in ensuring the facility's success and supporting the broader goal of providing cleaner energy solutions globally”.

Last month, Argent LNG selected Worley as its engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and development partner for the LNG facility. Worley will initiate the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) process with Argent and “swiftly move into the pre-FEED phase where greater definition of the development will be achieved,” Argent LNG said in an earlier news release.

Jim Lenton, Group SVP for Upstream, Midstream and LNG at Worley, said, “Since meeting at Gastech 2023, we've developed a strong relationship with Argent, and we look forward to continuing to build on that as the project progresses. This project presents an opportunity to work initially with our Worley Consulting teams to identify the preferred technology and layout for the site”.

Bass added, “Worley has been very proactive in supporting our development and introducing us to potential beneficial stakeholders for this planned facility. We look forward to capturing the extensive end to end capability of Worley as we develop out the site”.

The GTT Group designs and develops technologies used in LNG carriers, floating terminals, onshore storage tanks and multi-gas carriers. At the end of 2023, 530 LNG carriers and 48 onshore storage tanks fitted with GTT technology were in operation or on order worldwide, according to the release.

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