LNG Shipping

Integrated automation for LNG Carrier operations

Control and safety systems designed to address the complexity of LNG Carrier operations.

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Control and safety systems designed to address the complexity of LNG Carrier operations.

Integrated Automation Systems (IAS) for LNG Shipping Operations

LNG Carrier operations require complex Integrated Automation Systems (IAS). Cargo management, power systems and safety functions utilize coordinated automation to support operational continuity and help meet regulatory compliance objectives.

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Integrate control and safety systems

LNG Carrier operations require IAS to manage operational complexity. Integrated control and safety addresses multiple vessel subsystems simultaneously.

 

  • Unified platform for cargo controls, power management and safety functions
  • Coordinated automation throughout cargo loading, transport and discharge cycles
  • Process automation designed for demanding operational requirements
  • Integration designed to help reduce system compatibility issues and operational gaps

Support operational continuity

System reliability directly impacts vessel availability and cargo delivery schedules. Integrated automation and fleet management help support consistent operations across vessel portfolios.

 

  • Predictive maintenance and Asset Performance Management help reduce unplanned downtime.
  • Fleet management solutions are designed to provide performance visibility across multiple vessels.
  • Ship performance monitoring can help support cargo delivery consistency.
  • Effective control of reliquefaction of boil-off gas (BOG) helps maintain product quality.
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Help enhance performance with field-tested systems

Operational experience informs system development and integration approach. Ship owners can benefit from field-tested automation platforms supporting vessels globally.

 

  • Integrated automation systems delivered for LNG carriers worldwide
  • Decades of operational experience in maritime automation and control
  • Platform compatibility with evolving performance requirements and technologies
  • Integration approach supports operational flexibility and technology longevity
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    Thousands of tank gauging systems

    We've installed tank gauging systems on LNG vessels and terminals worldwide.

  • 30+ years of support

    Three decades supporting integrated automation systems (IAS) designed for hardware longevity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About LNG Shipping and Carrier Automation

An IAS is designed to help optimize operations, automate routine activities and link process control with safety and security components. Our IAS for LNG carriers unify vessel subsystems into a single platform powered by Experion PKS, integrating cargo compressor controls, custody transfer, power management and shipboard re-liquefaction systems.

LNG carriers are among the most complex shipping operations in terms of automation requirements. Vessels must maintain cryogenic cargo temperatures while managing cargo systems, power generation and safety functions. Integrated Automation Systems are designed to address this complexity by unifying control and safety into coordinated platforms. This integration supports operational requirements that can be difficult to manage with separate systems.

Integrated automation helps reduce human error and can improve response times during critical operations. Our IAS offers ongoing monitoring of cargo systems, power management and re-liquefaction processes from a single operator interface. Accelerated, near real-time diagnostics help identify potential issues, while automated workflows help streamline routine tasks like cargo loading, ballast control and boil-off gas management. This unified approach helps minimize operational risks while helping reduce crew workload during complex maneuvers.

Fleet management solutions are designed to provide operators with performance visibility across multiple vessels. Asset Performance Management supports predictive maintenance and operational efficiency improvements. Ship Performance Monitoring supports cargo delivery consistency. Boil-off gas management is designed to help maintain product quality and operational efficiency. These capabilities deliver operational value across vessel portfolios.

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