LNG feeder vessels

A Houlder feeder vessel can transport up to 8,000m3 of LNG between ports and then act as a bunkering solution for refuelling and transfer near shore.

KEY FEATURES:

• Cost Effective design
• Integrated transfer system
• Dimensions can be configured for specific locations
• LNG transfer at 2 x 600m3/h
• Safe LNG Operation
• Houlder’s feeder vessels have capacities up to 8,000m3.
• Compatible with manifold receiving vessels
• Design to be compliant with results of risk assessment to be undertaken during design stage
• Configured to supply both LNG and MGO for bunkering dual fuelled vessels

The 5000m3 vessel has the following particulars:

• Deadweight: 3,000 tonnes
• Length 110.0m
• Breadth: 18.0m
• Depth: 10.0m
• Draught: 5.9m
• Service speed: 12 knots
• Propulsion: Dual-fuel diesel electric
• LNG tanks: 2 x 2,500m3 Bi Lobe type “C”
• Bunkers: 200 tons MGO for “sale”
• 85 tons MGO for vessel

Houlder’s Feeder vessels have been designed for the berthing dimensions and environmental conditions local to most existing and planned LNG developments.