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Trelleborg, a specialist in engineered polymer solutions that seal and protect critical applications in demanding environments, reports that it will be showcasing its LNG transfer technology at the upcoming Gastech 2018 event in Barcelona next month.

Andrew Stafford, Technical Director of its marine systems operation, will be presenting a technical paper covering the latest in large-scale LNG transfer Ship-Shore Link (SSL) technology.

Stafford's session will also highlight how close co-operation between parties has enabled Q-LNG to develop its LNG bunkering project from the early adoption for the Harvey Gulf OSV fleet through to the latest requirements for fully flexible bunker vessels.

Additionally, the presentation will examine how process safety is improved and training is facilitated by using digital fibre optic link technology with redundancy to ensure compatibility with ESD systems, telephony and cargo process data from any LNG-fuelled vessels.

Also at the event, Vincent Lagarrigue, Director of Oil & Marine Hoses at Trelleborg's oil and marine operation, is due to present a paper that outlines how cryogenic floating hose technology is unlocking new possibilities in small- to medium-scale transfers and LNG bunkering.

Trelleborg's oil and marine operation will be highlighting how its Cryoline floating cryogenic hose technology is being used in LNG transfer operations in both near-shore and offshore environments.

The technology was developed to open up new locations to ship-to-shore and ship-to-ship transfers, increase the safety and operability of FLNG loading and offloading by enabling transfer in tandem configuration, and reduce the capex and environmental impact of LNG import infrastructure.

Trelleborg will be exhibiting a number of solutions within the company's SmartPort portfolio, including its Integrated SSL and Emergency ShutDown System (ESDS) for both large- and small-scale LNG transfer and fuelling.

Richard Hepworth, President of Trelleborg's marine systems operation, commented: "From traditional terminals to bunker barges and everything in between, project requirements vary substantially, inviting varied solutions and complicating interface management at transfer touchpoints. Optimizing the interface is critical to supporting the business model of every LNG transfer operation. This means consistent communication and standardized processes at every transfer point.

"Trelleborg is able to provide the most integrated and configurable solutions at every interface of the LNG transfer operation," he added.