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With extensive expertise in electrification and knowledge of LNG processes, GE’s engineers have developed high-reliability systems and strong capability in high-power systems to meet the requirements of LNG operators. Applying a system approach from the grid connection to the compressor flow GE offer an extended electrical package with drives, motors, generators, switchgear, transformers, UPS, MCC, harmonic filters, and e-house. Courtesy of GE Power Conversion

Busan, Korea - October 24, 2013

• GE Power Conversion to Equip Four New LNG Carriers with Dual Fuel Electrical Propulsion

• GE’s Induction-Based Propulsion Motor Technology is More Reliable, Reduces Maintenance Cost, Improves Service Life and Offers Environmental Benefits

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is one of the fastest growing energy markets worldwide, and global production capacity could be more than double by the end of the decade.

Higher natural gas prices and growing efficiencies in the LNG value chain are making it economically attractive to ship LNG over long distances, transforming natural gas from a regional to a global market.

GE’s Power Conversion business (NYSE: GE) is working closely together as a partner with the Power & Control Systems division (PCSD) of Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI).

Power Conversion has been appointed to equip four LNG carriers to be built by SHI at its Geoje facility in South Korea.

GE’s Power Conversion business has unique expertise in electrification and exhaustive knowledge of LNG processes, driving the development of high-reliability systems and strong capabilities in high-power systems.
GE's extended electrical package for LNG plants includes low and medium voltage motors (up to 100 MW), generators, HV distribution, switchgear, transformers, UPS, MCC, harmonic filters, e-house, and power cables.
Courtesy of GE Power Conversion

Paul English, marine vertical leader at GE Power Conversion said,
“Working closely with SHI and SHI PCSD, which will deliver the switchboards, we will ensure that these new vessels will make their mark on the LNG industry; delivering to customers globally; addressing the rapidly increasing demand for LNG and having an environmental friendly impact.”

GE’s MV7000 is a drive technology delivering efficient and flexible control of electric power to a wide range of driven equipment.
MV7000 drives can feed both induction and synchronous machines with high performance vector control across all speed ranges.
Courtesy of GE Power Conversion

SHI, one of the world’s largest ship builders, is a leader in the market with its LNG carriers and ultra-large container ships.

SHI has shown that electrical variable speed propulsion in combination with dual fuel engines delivers outstanding results - maximizing efficiency and lowering fuel consumption and emissions.

Dual fuel diesel electric has become a standard on LNG carriers as it offers greater flexibility and cost optimization in operation, as well as using less power and offering greater reliability and more load carrying capacity.

All in all, these ships will have less impact on the environment through greater efficiency with lower emissions.

The four vessels have been ordered and are being constructed for Bonny Gas Transport Ltd (BGT), a subsidiary of Nigeria LNG Ltd.

GE's system is adapted for a wide range of applications throughout the naval, offshore and merchant marine industry.
Installations have included fixed platforms, supply vessels, cruise liners, FPSOs, tankers, drill rigs, cable & pipe layers, and LNG carriers, providing control and monitoring functions for systems which combine a relatively low I/O count of just a few hundred plant signals, up to more complex applications with several thousand I/O points.
Courtesy of GE Power Conversion

Thanks to an extensive worldwide network, GE will be able to provide BGT with a local content of expertise as well as an after sales service for this project.

For each vessel, GE, in partnership with SHI PCSD, will supply four power and propulsion systems comprising generators, main and cargo switchboards, transformers, MV7000 converters, motors and remote control.

GE is responsible for the design, engineering, commissioning, training and assistance during the whole project execution including the sea and gas trials.

About GE Power Conversion

GE’s Power Conversion business applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electrification of the world’s energy infrastructure by designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies that evolve today’s industrial processes for a cleaner, more productive future.

GE's Power Conversion business has been selected by Keppel Offshore & Marine Ltd to supply the electrical power generation, thruster and drilling drive technology for six new semisubmersible drilling rigs for Brazil.
Courtesy of GE Power Conversion

Serving specialized sectors such as energy, marine, oil and gas, renewables and industry, through customized solutions and advanced technologies, GE Power Conversion partners with customers to maximize efficiency.

To learn more, please visit: www.gepowerconversion.com

Follow GE’s Power Conversion business on Twitter @GE_PowerConvers and on Linkedin.

About GE

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Building, powering, moving and curing the world.
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For more information, visit the company's website at www.ge.com

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