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10MW-class LNG plant expansion

Turn existing gas and land into a modular power platform

A containerized AM1200 solution designed to secure LNG plant power first, create a clear grid-export basis second, and retain standby capacity for continuous operation.

Conceptual public solution. Final configuration follows confirmed gas, load, grid and site data.

AM1200 platform12 units
Installed capacity14.4MW
Gross export basis7.2MW
Reliability reserve2 units

One platform. Three duties.

The 4 + 6 + 2 split keeps the expansion logic clear

The design separates essential plant demand, potential export generation and operating reserve. This lets the project evaluate export capacity without weakening LNG plant reliability.

01

LNG plant self-use

4 units4.8MW

Supports an approximately 3.7MW plant load with operating margin.

02

Grid export basis

6 units7.2MW

Gross export capacity basis for grid or embedded-power evaluation.

03

Standby and maintenance

2 units2.4MW

Reserve capacity is excluded from routine export-energy calculations.

Integrated route

From gas inlet to plant load and grid export

CIMC coordinates the generator-side interfaces as one modular EPC and lifecycle system.

Gas interfaceConditioned gas at the agreed package boundary
AM1200 blocks1.2MW containerized generating modules
Step-up and MVTransformers, switchgear, protection and metering
PMS and controlSynchronization, dispatch and remote visibility
Two power routesLNG plant feeder plus PCC or grid export

AM1200 reference 1.2MW per unit

Internal architecture 4 x 300kW generator modules

Indicative envelope 10.5m x 3.0m x 3.2m

Clear project boundary

Define the EPC interface before the final quotation

The generator package can be standardized, but the final EPC boundary still depends on gas treatment, civil conditions, the PCC and local execution responsibilities.

CIMC integrated package

Equipment, controls and lifecycle support

  • 12 containerized AM1200 gas generator sets
  • Generator auxiliary systems and package integration
  • Step-up transformer and medium-voltage switchgear package
  • PMS, control, synchronization and electrical interface
  • Commissioning support, training and operating guidance
  • Spare-parts planning, remote support and lifecycle service
Owner or appointed contractor

Site and external interface scope

  • Civil works, foundations and final site preparation
  • External gas pressure regulation and upstream gas pipeline works
  • Transmission or distribution works beyond the agreed PCC
  • Grid-side substation beyond the project interface boundary
  • Local operating labor, lubricating oil and coolant supply
EPC deliveryEngineering, packaging, interface coordination and commissioning
O&M supportTraining, planned service, remote support and spare-parts planning

Engineering flexibility

Two layout routes support different site conditions

Both arrangements preserve modular grouping and maintenance access. The preferred option follows the final site redline, gas inlet, cable route, lifting plan and grid connection point.

Layout option 1Linear service corridor

Clear equipment sequence with straightforward access along a shared utility spine.

Layout option 2Compact twin-row block

Reduced footprint with central access for utilities, transformers and maintenance.

Modular by design. The same building-block logic supports later capacity expansion without redesigning the entire plant concept.

Engineering reference - final protection and PCC design subject to grid study

Electrical architecture

Three generating groups create a disciplined distribution structure

The reference architecture groups four AM1200 units behind each step-up transformer package, then coordinates the plant feeder and external grid interface through the agreed control and protection philosophy.

  • Generator-side electrical interface
  • Step-up transformer and MV package
  • PMS, synchronization and remote monitoring
  • External T&D and final grid-side PCC by separate coordination

Move from concept to engineering

Four inputs are enough to begin project screening

Detailed pricing follows only after the technical boundary and operating model are confirmed.

Gas conditions

Composition, delivery pressure, temperature, flow and operating envelope.

Plant load

Current LNG process load, operating hours, critical-load profile and growth plan.

Grid interface

Target voltage, PCC location, export approval, offtake route and protection requirements.

Site boundary

Redline, access, gas inlet, cable route, fire spacing and maintenance clearances.

Commercial modelAnnual export energy = 7.2MW x available hours x dispatch factor

Tariff, gas cost, O&M assumptions and grid availability remain client-specific inputs. Commercial performance is evaluated after the technical boundary is confirmed.

Built to expand

Start with a bankable operating boundary, then scale the power platform

Share the site data and CIMC will develop the equipment configuration, interface list, preliminary layout and delivery route for discussion.

Start project assessment