COURSE OVERVIEW:

The Floating Liquified Natural Gas (FLNG) Operation and Maintenance course is an elite technical program designed for professionals working on the frontier of offshore energy. This course examines the complex integration of natural gas processing, liquefaction, and storage technologies within a floating hull moored at offshore gas fields. It provides a deep dive into the engineering challenges of operating a cryogenic chemical plant in a dynamic marine environment, where vessel motions significantly impact process stability.

The scope of this training involves a detailed analysis of the liquefaction cycle, focusing on Mixed Refrigerant (MR) and Nitrogen expansion processes optimized for offshore use. Participants will explore the pretreatment of raw gas, including the removal of acid gases, water, and mercury, before it enters the cryogenic heat exchangers. The program emphasizes the criticality of the turret mooring system and the cryogenic loading arms that facilitate the ship-to-ship transfer of LNG to export tankers in open sea conditions.

Coverage includes the specialized maintenance requirements for offshore LNG infrastructure, such as cryogenic pumps, compressors, and heat exchangers. The course addresses the safety protocols unique to FLNG, including gas leak detection, hull cold-spot protection, and emergency shutdown (ESD) logic. By bridging the gap between offshore maritime operations and onshore hydrocarbon processing, this course equips engineers and managers with the expertise to lead safe and efficient FLNG operations throughout the asset's lifecycle.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Explain the fundamental design and functional architecture of an FLNG vessel.
2. Analyze the impact of vessel motions on gas processing and liquefaction efficiency.
3. Manage the gas pretreatment process, including acid gas and moisture removal.
4. Oversee the operation of cryogenic heat exchangers and liquefaction cycles.
5. Coordinate ship-to-ship (STS) LNG transfer operations in offshore conditions.
6. Monitor and maintain turret mooring systems and subsea umbilical interfaces.
7. Execute maintenance protocols for high-pressure compressors and cryogenic pumps.
8. Implement safety measures for the prevention of Rapid Phase Transition (RPT).
9. Manage the storage and boil-off gas (BOG) systems for offshore LNG tanks.
10. Analyze the performance of Nitrogen and Mixed Refrigerant refrigeration loops.
11. Lead emergency response procedures for gas leaks and cryogenic spills.
12. Utilize integrated control and safety systems (ICSS) for FLNG monitoring.
13. Develop long-term maintenance strategies for remote offshore floating plants.

TARGET AUDIENCE:  

Process Engineers, Maintenance Managers, Offshore Installation Managers (OIM), Mechanical Superintendents, and Marine Operations Officers.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.