Aker Solutions has signed a contract with Crown LNG for front-end engineering and design (FEED) for Kakinada LNG regasification project in offshore India.
The order includes an option for engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning (EPCIC) of the LNG terminal that will be confirmed upon final investment decision which is expected by the end of 2022.
Aker Solutions’ scope includes technical development of the concrete foundation and topsides, as well as the pipeline between the offshore regasification terminal and the onshore gas grid.
While the concept remains to be matured, the GBS is expected to be more than 200 mtr long, around 60 mtr wide and 40 mtr tall. The topside will consist of LNG regasification facilities, supporting systems, living quarters, helideck, cranes and an electrical and instrument building.
As the main contractor, Aker Solutions will have a coordinating role towards key subcontractors Siemens Energy and Wärtsilä Gas Solutions.
As part of the FEED, Aker Solutions will also coordinate soil surveys and construction site development. The customer, Crown LNG, is a Norwegian group that specialises in developing LNG infrastructure for harsh weather conditions.
The Kakinada offshore location is approximately 11 km from the shoreline, 19 km north-east of Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh.
Another advantage of concrete solutions is that it allows for a high degree of local content, as the construction site may be developed locally with no need for an already established yard facility.
The FEED is expected to commence immediately, with delivery in 2022. The FEED contract will be booked as order intake in Q3/2021 in the Renewables and Field Development segment.