Incident Sees Dunkirk LNG Terminal Put into Safe-Mode

by Ship & Bunker News Team
Thursday July 28, 2016

EDF Tuesday announced that the Dunkirk liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal had been put into safe-mode and was being tested after LNG entered the flare system, causing "a larger flame than usual."

The terminal has been in testing since the July 8 arrival of the first LNG carrier to the site.

As Ship & Bunker has previously reported, the facility is also set to become an LNG bunkering station.

Roof vents of the terminal's three tanks were said to have been opened to control in-tank pressure, and the incident brought under control without any injuries or external help.

Only necessary persons, including emergency team, management, and shift operators, are now currently authorised to be on site.

Investigations into the incident are said to be underway by Techint Sener.

In May 2014, the Port of Dunkirk said it was seeking builders for a LNG bunkering station, later announcing that it would partner with fellow French companies Dunkerque LNG and Air Liquide, along with Belgian company Exmar in building and operating the bunkering station.