Reference plant in Oman

By supplying nine gas engines for a new power plant for LNG production, MAN Energy Solutions is striking a new path.

On 4 June, CSO Wayne Jones signed a forward-looking contract with Oman LNG. Founded in 1994, the joint venture produces and markets liquefied natural gas. By supplying nine MAN 18V51/60 gas engines for a new power plant for LNG production, MAN Energy ­Solutions becomes the first engine supplier in the world to build an installation in this market segment. “This order is the first time our gas engines have been used in the oil and gas industry,” says Hajo Hoops, Senior Sales Manager in SBU Power Plants. The power plant lies southeast of Muscat on the Gulf of Oman and will supply 120 MW of power for the existing LNG plant.

This order is the first time our gas engines have been used in the oil and gas industry. The reference plant in Oman opens up prospects of further orders for similar projects.

The energy transition in Action

The 51/60 engine family has clocked up millions of hours of trouble-free operation. Even in the hot desert of Oman, the gas engines still manage to deliver nearly 20 MW each. Their efficiency constantly tops 40 percent and barely falls off in the part-load range. “We are going to install nine units in fully autonomous cells for Oman LNG, but will only need seven units in operation to make up the 120 MW,” Hajo Hoops points out. Even if a unit is being serviced and another were to malfunction, the installation would still deliver the necessary power. The gas engines will cut fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions by more than 20 percent compared with the existing system.  

Close to the customer from the start

“We supplied the customer with comprehensive technical data and concepts from an early stage. Although we were unknown to the customer before this project, we very soon inspired them with confidence. We were quick to respond, adopted a proactive approach and always gave open answers,” says Hoops, describing the acquisition process. MAN Energy Solutions will benefit from its experience on this project: “The reference plant in Oman opens up prospects of further orders for similar projects,” says Hoops with conviction.