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CB&I announced the award of a significant contract to design and build five LNG storage tanks for the Commonwealth LNG project, a 9.5 million tons per year liquefied natural gas export terminal being developed in Cameron, Louisiana.
The award was made by Technip Energies on behalf of Caturus and includes engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, and commissioning activities for five full containment concrete tanks, each with a capacity of 50,000 cubic meters.
Commonwealth LNG Project
The Commonwealth LNG project is part of the expansion of liquefied natural gas export capacity in the United States. The future terminal aims to bolster energy supply to international markets through infrastructure designed for large-scale operation.
In addition to the construction of the LNG storage tanks, the contract scope includes the design and execution of the foundations, the installation of ground-level piping, and the upper platforms of the storage units.
According to the company, engineering and project management activities will be carried out from its offices in the Houston, Texas, and Plainfield, Illinois areas.
Five LNG Tanks
Mark Butts, President and CEO of CB&I, noted that the company will contribute decades of experience in cryogenic storage projects to support the development of Commonwealth LNG.
The company states it has designed and built over 250 LNG tanks in various regions worldwide, a track record that enables it to undertake complex energy storage projects and execute large-capacity facilities under demanding safety standards.
Butts also highlighted that the initiative will contribute to strengthening U.S. energy leadership and the supply of natural gas to international markets seeking reliable energy sources.
Construction until 2029
According to the information released, work will begin during the third quarter of 2026. Mechanical completion of the facilities is scheduled for 2029.
CB&I classifies this award within the significant contracts category, a range that for the company corresponds to projects valued between $250 million and $500 million.
The execution of the five storage tanks constitutes one of the main components of the future Commonwealth LNG terminal and represents a new advancement in the development of infrastructure for the global trade of liquefied natural gas.
Source: CB&I via PR Newswire
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