LNG terminal in Klaipeda

Suppressing Lithuania 's energy independence project in Visaginas ,for Lithuania the situation is much more difficult at the present. It become important to continue work on LNG terminal in Klaipeda . What is an LNG ? LNG terminals have four main functions: Receiving LNG tankers and unloading their cargo Storing LNG in cryogenic tanks able to withstand temperatures below -160°C Degasifying LNG to meet demand Feeding gas into the national transmission network. The LNG is stored in double-walled insulated tanks to limit boil-off. These tanks are able to withstand the temperatures of below -160°C needed to keep the gas condensed in a liquid state. The outer walls are made of pre-stressed reinforced concrete or steel. However, the newly elected government does not show much enthusiasm for large projects. However, there is hope that at least the LNG terminal will appear . The European Union decided to support Finland in the adequat...