Case Study

Delivering Critical LNG Infrastructure at Port Kembla

How we helped deliver Australia’s first LNG import terminal.

Our involvement in Australia’s first LNG import and regasification terminal began with a clear challenge: engineer a safe, high-performance onshore facility to receive LNG imports and connect them to the East Coast gas network.

The Port Kembla LNG Import Terminal was developed to strengthen gas supply stability through a seamless offshore-to-onshore transition, enabling LNG to be regasified offshore via a permanently moored Floating Storage Regasification Unit and integrated into the national pipeline system. Verbrec was engaged to deliver detailed engineering design for the Onshore Receiving Facility, the critical link between the moored FSRU and the national gas grid.

Multidisciplinary design

Full ORF design across process, mechanical, civil, fire, E&I and controls.

Quantitative risk assessment

QRA covering core infrastructure and risk modes.

Safety leadership

Led HAZOP, HAZID and constructability review at key milestones.

Port Kembla LNG Import Terminal – Onshore Receiving Facility 3D Model

Delivering critical infrastructure

In Q3 2023, Verbrec completed the detailed engineering design for the Onshore Receiving Facility, the critical link between the moored FSRU and the national gas grid.

The scope included detailed design, engineering, modelling and drafting across all ORF systems, including utilities, fire safety infrastructure, civil roads and drainage, non-process infrastructure and key control systems. From early project development, Verbrec worked closely with stakeholders to support a safer, more coordinated design pathway and provide the technical foundation needed for a high-performance import terminal.

Engineering for safety, constructability and long-term performance

A multidisciplinary team approach was critical to ensuring the facility could meet regulatory, operational and safety requirements while remaining practical to deliver.

Verbrec applied a multidisciplinary project delivery approach across process, mechanical, civil, structural, fire and electrical, instrumentation and control engineering. Risk and constructability were embedded from the outset, with active facilitation of HAZOP, HAZID, Design and constructability review workshops at all major milestones. The team also supported construction and commissioning through the development of as-built documentation and direct procurement support across multiple packages, from firewater pumps and nitrogen supply to control systems equipment and diesel unloading facilities.

Port Kembla Energy Terminal landside

Detailed engineering design for the Onshore Receiving Facility.

Process, mechanical, civil, structural, fire and E&I design.

Engineering modelling and drafting across ORF systems.

HAZOP, HAZID and constructability review workshops.

As-built documentation support.

Direct procurement support across critical equipment packages.

Engineered for a firmer energy future

Strengthening supply security with resilient, safety-led LNG infrastructure.

Through precision engineering, risk management and careful procurement planning, Verbrec helped ensure the Port Kembla LNG Import Terminal was built to meet Australia’s stringent regulatory, operational and safety standards. A comprehensive Quantitative Risk Assessment identified and mitigated hazards across all critical infrastructure, including LNG tank and FSRU operations, gas pipelines, pig launchers, utility tie-ins, and storage systems for odorant, diesel and firewater. By covering both high- and low-demand scenarios, the design supports resilient operation, public safety and long-term supply confidence as the East Coast gas network evolves.