Renewables
Allum to provide gas balcony for Colombian FSRU project
Allum Engineering has secured a contract to deliver the gas balcony for ECOnnect Energy's jettyless LNG transfer system in Colombia.
Key points
- Allum Engineering will supply the gas balcony for a Colombian gas import terminal.
- The equipment will be installed on an LNG carrier functioning as an FSRU.
- Notech will handle fabrication, assembly, and transport to Norway ahead of delivery.
What happened
According to Offshore Magazine, Allum Engineering has been selected to provide the gas balcony component for ECOnnect Energy's IQuay F-Class jettyless liquefied natural gas transfer infrastructure. The project is destined for a new gas import terminal located in Colombia.
The IQuay technology is engineered to facilitate the transfer of liquefied natural gas, ammonia, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide in marine environments that are typically considered unsuited for such operations. Under the project specifications, the gas balcony supplied by Allum will be mounted directly onto a large liquefied natural gas carrier designated to operate as a floating storage and regasification unit at the terminal.
This structural element will link the floating storage and regasification unit to two separate risers and accommodate the facility's emergency shut-off mechanisms. The engineering configuration mirrors the design utilized by Allum and Notech for ECOnnect Energy's Wilhelmshaven floating storage and regasification unit initiative in northern Germany during 2023.
Notech retains responsibility for manufacturing, assembly, and transport logistics to Larvik Harbor in Norway. Delivery of the completed assembly to Colombia is scheduled before the conclusion of the year.
Why it matters
Global energy markets continue to navigate evolving supply dynamics, with Henry Hub natural gas spot prices standing at 3.1 US dollars per MMBtu on October 20, 2026, according to United States Energy Information Administration data. For emerging economies expanding their import infrastructure, jettyless transfer systems offer an alternative to traditional pier construction, reducing capital expenditure and deployment timelines.
In the broader context of South American energy security, developments in importing capacity highlight how nations balance domestic demand with imported supplies. While World Bank figures for 2024 place global electricity access at 91.9 percent, regional infrastructure projects like the Colombian import terminal illustrate ongoing investments in flexible gas logistics. Energy investors monitoring international terminal deployments will watch how jettyless transfer technology performs under operational conditions, potentially opening up similar deployment opportunities across other coastal regions lacking conventional port facilities.
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Context from CEII
Renewables are the fastest-growing part of the world’s energy system. The COP28 goal is to triple capacity by 2030, and solar mini-grids are the fastest route to power for millions of people without electricity.
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