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LNG Design Features

Mooring System

  • Robust SOFEC mooring yoke minimizes relative sway motions between the vessels to maximize LNG loading availability
  • Moors the LNG carrier using simple procedures and minimal assistance from auxiliary vessels
  • Utilizes industry proven yoke and high load capacity FMC connector technology
  • LNGC bow connection module location allows OCIMF bow mooring equipment
  • LNGC bow connection module is generally the for new-build or conversion 

LNG System

  • Provides the safest and most reliable tandem LNG offloading system available
  • Provides simple LNG connection by vertically suspending the LNG loading arm (pantograph) from a fixed outboard boom
  • Utilizes industry proven LNG transfer system components
  • The LNG transfer system and mechanical mooring system are separate and independent systems
  • Emergency disconnection from LNG piping is totally independent from the mooring disconnection

Chiksan Marine Loading Systems

  • Nearly 5000 Chiksan LNG swivels in service to date
  • The only proven cryogenic swivel for offshore service
  • FMC experience with nearly 350 LNG arms worldwide in service since 1963

Chiksan LNG Swivel Joint

  • Nitrogen purge capability
  • Seal leak detection port
  • Constant motion capability
  • Snap in ball races
  • Isolated ball race area
  • Field proven seal designs
  • In-situ replacement capability
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