Eni celebrated the sail away of the Tango Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) and Excalibur Floating Storage Unit (FSU) vessels from Dubai, UAE to the shores of the Republic of the Congo.

 

It took place on October 21, in the presence of Congo’s Minister of Hydrocrbons Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua and Maixent Raoul Ominga, Managing Director of the Société nationale des pétroles du Congo - signals the imminent realisation of the Congo LNG project's first phase, slated to commence production in December 2023.

 

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) commends both the Government of Congo and Eni for this achievement.

 

“The sail away of the Tango FLNG unit and the Excalibur FSU facility marks a pivotal moment in Africa's energy landscape. It signifies the Republic of the Congo's bold stride towards becoming a major LNG producer, aligning perfectly with the AEC's vision for a gas-driven economy on the continent. Natural gas is undeniably the fuel of the future in Africa, and endeavors such as this are integral in propelling us towards a sustainable and prosperous energy future,” stated NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC.

 

The Tango FLNG boasts a liquefaction capacity of approximately one billion cubic meters per annum of gas (bcm) and will be anchored just 3km offshore alongside the Excalibur FSU vessel upon their arrival in Congo.

 

The project capitalises on Marine XII gas resources and utilises existing production facilities in a phased approach that aims to achieve a gas liquefaction capacity of around 4.5 bcm at plateau.

 

According to Eni, a second FLNG vessel is currently under construction and is slated for first-production by 2025.

 

Coupled with a commendable commitment to zero routine gas flaring, this project is poised to significantly advance gas production in the country, serving as a catalyst for long-term and sustainable growth.

 

Additionally, this accomplishment holds significance for the Republic of the Congo as it positions the country to emerge as a formidable player in the global LNG market.

 

The project not only addresses the country's growing energy demands but also presents a opportunity to tap into surplus gas resources through LNG production. As a result, the Republic of the Congo is set to join the ranks of global of LNG exporters in record time.--OGN/ TradeArabia News Service