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LNG Import terminal is considered as the last step of the LNG industry value chain. There are several types of LNG terminals based on the technical solutions and technology adopted, including onshore terminal, offshore Gravity based structure (CBS), shuttle regasification vessel (SRV) and floating storage & regasification unit (FSRU). Owing to its numerous advantages, the offshore terminals (particularly, FSRUs). became more attractive and strategic solution in seasonal or small markets. This study sheds light on the current scene and future perspectives of the floating storage and re-gasification units (FSRUs) market. The study is divided into three chapters, chapter-1 reviews the various types of LNG receiving terminals. Their main components and the key merits of offshore (floating) terminals compared with onshore ones. Chapter-II addresses the developments of LNG terminals projects in the global markets and the growth of the global regasification and storage capacities. In addition, how these terminals played a significant role in meeting the growing demand on natural gas. Chapter-III addresses the growth of the FSRUs market and its key players including ship builders, FSRUs owners and operators, Moreover, it provides the future perspectives of The FSRUs market till year 2022 in the light of growing demand on LNG.
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