China Completes Construction of Largest Natural Gas Storage and Transportation Base in South China
Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, China – China has completed construction of itslargest natural gas storage and transportation base in South China, marking a significant step towards enhancing energy security in the region. The project, known as the Green EnergyPort Phase II, features a cluster of liquefied natural gas (LNG) storage tanks, each with the largest single-tank capacity globally, designed and builtentirely by Chinese engineers.
The completion of the project, located in Zhuhai’s Gao Lan Port, signifies the full operationalization of the Green Energy Port, which now boasts a total storage capacity of 1.83 millioncubic meters. This makes it the largest natural gas storage and transportation hub in South China, significantly bolstering the region’s ability to meet the growing demand for natural gas.
The Green Energy Port comprises two phases. Phase Iincluded three 160,000 cubic meter LNG storage tanks, while Phase II added five colossal 270,000 cubic meter tanks. These towering structures, each equivalent in height to a 20-story building and with a diameter of nearly 100 meters, were completedafter 37 months of construction. They are now undergoing final preparations before entering full operation.
This project will complement existing offshore gas fields such as Liwan 3-1, Huizhou 21-1, and Panyu 30-1, providing gas supply to cities including Guangzhou, Foshan, Zhuhai, Zhongshan, and Jiangmen, said Shen Berenzhen, project manager of the Green Energy Port Phase II. This will ensure energy security for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the entire South China region.
Upon full operation of the five 270,000 cubic meter LNG storage tanks, the Green Energy Port will have an annual LNG processing capacity of 7 million tons, equivalent to 10 billion cubic meters of natural gas in gaseous form. This is sufficient to meet the annual household gas needs of 30 million residents and generate50 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity.
The Green Energy Port project is a testament to China’s commitment to developing its domestic energy infrastructure and ensuring a stable and reliable supply of natural gas. The project’s completion aligns with China’s broader strategy to transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable energymix, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting the use of natural gas as a cleaner alternative.
The project also highlights China’s growing technological prowess in the energy sector. The design and construction of the world’s largest single-tank capacity LNG storage tanks showcases the country’s ability to innovate and deliver complex infrastructureprojects.
The completion of the Green Energy Port Phase II is expected to have a significant impact on the South China region. It will not only enhance energy security but also stimulate economic growth by providing a reliable source of energy for industries and businesses in the region. The project will also contribute to the development of amore sustainable energy system, aligning with China’s broader goals for environmental protection and economic development.
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