MAN Energy Supplies Integrally Geared Compressors for Tangguh LNG Plant

MAN Energy Solutions will deliver three multi-shaft, type RG90-8 integrally geared CO₂ compressors to the Tangguh LNG plant in Papua Barat, Indonesia, assisting bp’s enhanced gas recovery (EGR) and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) project. The compressor trains will be installed at an onshore facility to compress CO₂ to a 165-bar maximum.

“We are delighted to collaborate with bp on this project that supports Indonesia in meeting its carbon reduction targets and advancing its energy transition goals,” said Dr. Marco Ernst, Head of Sales and Project Management CCS at MAN Energy Solutions. “CO₂ emissions remain a challenge in LNG production, making CCUS solutions an essential part of the transition to a more sustainable energy future. With our compressor technology, we draw on our know-how and years of experience in CO₂ compression to provide efficient and reliable solutions tailored to the demands of projects like this one."

Supply Scope

Each compressor will feature an electric motor and variable frequency drive starter, oil system, coolers, and control cabinet, with MAN Energy’s dynamic process simulation enabling each compressor to operate at maximum process efficiency. The modular compressor design is specifically tailored to CCUS applications, meeting market and environmental demands.

RG90-8 integrally geared compressor; image credit: MAN Energy Solutions

“Pre-designed compressor modules allow us to adapt our engineering more quickly and effectively to the specific project needs,” said Lars Rosenow, Project Manager Sales at MAN Energy Solutions. “This modular approach not only helps reduce CAPEX and OPEX but also ensures high operational efficiency. Additionally, it simplifies project implementation by reducing production and testing times and streamlining on-site installation.”

Project UCC

The compressor supply falls under Tangguh’s Project UCC, which aims to develop the Ubadari gas field by extending the gas feed to its three-train LNG operations. The project is expected to separate reservoir CO₂ from produced gas and reinject it for bp’s EGR and sequestration work.

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