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For commissioning purposes, LNG Canada received its first LNG cargo at the Kitimat terminal on April 2.
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The shipment, delivered by Maran Gas Roxana from Australia, will help cool and test storage tanks and pipelines.
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Backed by Shell, PETRONAS, PetroChina, Mitsubishi, and KOGAS, the facility is set to begin exports by mid-2025.
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Once fully operational, it will process up to 2 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day and target Asian markets.
LNG Canada welcomed its first LNG shipment at the Kitimat terminal in British Columbia, delivered by the Maran Gas Roxana. This delivery marks a key milestone in the project’s commissioning phase. The cargo, originating from Gladstone, Australia, will be used to cool down storage tanks and prepare cryogenic pipelines, both essential steps before the terminal enters full-scale operations, according to Full Avante News.
Collaboration in Action
The successful arrival on April 2 was the result of well-orchestrated efforts involving HaiSea Marine, BC Coast Pilots, the Pacific Pilotage Authority, the Canadian Coast Guard, and the Canada Border Services Agency. Their seamless coordination highlights the critical role of teamwork in advancing complex energy infrastructure projects.
Major Milestone for LNG Canada
This project represents a significant leap forward for Canada, as LNG Canada is the nation’s first LNG export terminal. Construction began in 2019, and the project stands as one of the largest private-sector investments in Canadian history. It’s backed by some of the world’s biggest energy companies: Shell, PETRONAS, PetroChina, Mitsubishi Corporation, and KOGAS.
Facility Capacity and Global Outlook
The Kitimat facility boasts two LNG processing trains and deep-water docks capable of accommodating large LNG carriers. Its daily processing capacity of 2 billion cubic feet of natural gas translates to roughly 14 million tonnes of LNG per year. In addition, there are expansion plans, with two more trains under consideration to increase output.
Commissioning Phase Underway
The commissioning process is expected to last three to four weeks, using just one LNG shipment for testing. Once the Maran Gas Roxana offloads its cargo, LNG Canada will carry out system verifications and pilot testing before the vessel departs. Notably, the carrier traveled 159 nautical miles from Prince Rupert to Kitimat under strict safety protocols, including escort tugs — a model for future LNG carrier arrivals.
By mid-2025, LNG Canada aims to commence regular exports, making Canada a new entrant in the global LNG market. The project’s focus on supplying Asian countries with cleaner-burning LNG reinforces its role in supporting global decarbonization efforts. LNG Canada is poised to be a key player in the low-carbon energy transition, offering both economic growth and environmental benefits.
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Source: Full Avante News
