ExxonMobil LNG facility resumes production
Published by Anna Nicklin,
Assistant Editor
Hydrocarbon Engineering,
Production of LNG has safely resumed at ExxonMobil’s PNG LNG project in Papua New Guinea. This follows a temporary shutdown of operations after a severe earthquake occurred in the region on 26 February. LNG exports are expected to resume soon.
While one of the plant’s train is currently operating near Port Moresby, the plant’s second train is expected to restart as production is increased over time.
During the period that production was shut-in, ExxonMobil was able to complete unrelated maintenance scheduled for later in the year to allow for more efficient operations in the months ahead.
“Resuming LNG production ahead of our projected eight-week timeframe is a significant achievement for ExxonMobil, our joint-venture partners and our customers,” said Neil W. Duffin, president of ExxonMobil Production Co. “We will continue to support those communities impacted by the earthquake as we work toward fully restoring our operations. We hope our contributions and assistance will provide comfort to those in need.”
ExxonMobil is supporting multiple local and international relief agencies involved in the humanitarian response to the earthquake.
“While a lot of work remains to be done, we are confident that with the support of all our partners and stakeholders, we can help our friends and neighbors recover from this tragic natural disaster,” said Andrew Barry, managing director of ExxonMobil PNG.
Read the article online at: https://www.hydrocarbonengineering.com/gas-processing/13042018/exxonmobil-lng-facility-resumes-production/
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