EXMAR Selected GasEntec for LNG Conversion Project
The company has contracted GasEntec to supply regasification systems for an upcoming LNG carrier-to-FSRU conversion.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Oil and Gas
EXMAR has tapped GasEntec to provide an integrated 250 MMSCFD regasification system for the conversion of an existing LNG carrier into an FSRU. The project utilizes specialized RegasTainer technology to enable the vessel's new operational role.
Why it matters
This contract advances the conversion of an existing LNG carrier into a Floating Storage and Regasification Unit, a process that bolsters maritime infrastructure for global natural gas distribution. The selection of modular technology allows for efficient integration into the vessel's existing design.
The system features five 50 MMSCFD RegasTainer trains, resulting in a total regasification capacity of 250 MMSCFD. These units are designed to be integrated directly into the current hull of the selected LNG carrier.
The players
EXMAR
EXMAR is an international maritime company that provides floating solutions for the operation, management, and transportation of liquefied gases.
GasEntec
GasEntec is a specialized provider of engineering solutions and regasification technologies for the global LNG and offshore gas industries.
The details
The project centers on the installation of GasEntec's proprietary RegasTainer technology, which will be integrated into the carrier to allow it to function as a floating terminal. This modular approach is intended to modernize existing fleet assets for natural gas storage and regasification capabilities.
Timeline
The project is scheduled for completion in late 3Q27.
Market Landscape
This project reflects the ongoing industry trend of repurposing existing LNG carriers into FSRUs to provide more flexible, scalable energy infrastructure. By utilizing modular technology, EXMAR positions itself to address the growing demand for mobile gas regasification solutions.
The deployment of converted FSRU vessels is designed to increase regional energy stability by allowing for more flexible natural gas import options. While the project is a maritime technical development, it serves as a crucial link in the supply chain that helps stabilize gas availability.
The takeaway
Modular regasification technology offers an efficient pathway for operators to extend the operational life of existing LNG assets. Companies that prioritize such vessel conversions can respond more quickly to shifting global energy infrastructure requirements.
What happens next
The project is currently tracking toward an estimated completion date in late 3Q27.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by LNG Industry.
