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Eight bids for engineering supervision contract for LNG terminal

Eight bids have been received for the engineering supervision contract for building a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminal on the island to import the gas for energy generation.

The application process closed on May 21, the state Natural Gas Infrastructure Company (Etyfa) said.

It would immediately proceed with assessing the bids.

Tenders were received from the following companies or consortia: MITAS Generators, Kelberry Joint Venture (MKJV), MT Milan Tractor S.P.A; Abamba Ltd (Epcm Consultants SA), Global Maritime Consultancy & iX Engineers;  Lloyd’s Register, Sofregaz, Rogan Associates (joint venture); Hill International N.V., Bureau Veritas Solutions Marine & Offshore; Rina Consulting S.p.A.;Technip E&C Ltd (Tecl); DNV GL; Amec Foster Wheeler Iberia SLU.

“The interest in the tender process for the supervision of the construction of infrastructure for introducing LNG to Cyprus, as well as the great interest expressed for this important energy project… highlights both the high standard of the project as well as the participants’ confidence in the procedures,” commented Etyfa head Symeon Kassianides.

The LNG terminal will include a floating storage and regasification unit (Fsru) a jetty for mooring the Fsru, a jetty-borne gas pipeline and related infrastructure.

The project is co-financed by the EU under the Connecting Europe Facility.

In December 2019, Cyprus signed a deal with a Chinese-led consortium to build a terminal for the import of LNG for electricity generation.

Source: Cyprus Mail

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Fast Sailing from Limassol to Europe

On the 6th of June we will have a fast sailing to North Europe ports as follows

M/V ANTON SCHULTE AT LIMASSOL 06/06

Anton Schulte (VJN) / 106-Jun-2020,

Limassol

15-Jun-2020,

Felixstowe

Mediterranean – North Europe (NE1)9 Days
Anton Schulte (VJN) / 106-Jun-2020,

Limassol

18-Jun-2020,

Hamburg

Mediterranean – North Europe (NE1)12 Days
Anton Schulte (VJN) / 106-Jun-2020,

Limassol

20-Jun-2020,

Rotterdam

Mediterranean – North Europe (NE1)14 Days
Anton Schulte (VJN) / 106-Jun-2020,

Limassol

21-Jun-2020,

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Mediterranean – North Europe (NE1)15 Days

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40 foot container dimensions

The standard 40-foot container is one of the most commonly-used containers for the international transportation of ocean freight goods, along with the 20-foot container.

Dimensions of the 40-foot container

The 40-foot container’s dimensions are usually measured using the imperial system (feet) and specifies both the exterior dimensions and the interior (usable) dimensions.

The dimensions of a 40-foot container are:

  • Exterior Dimensions (in meters): 12.19m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high
  • Internal Dimensions (in meters): 12.025m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high
  • Usable Capacity: 67.7m3
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20 foot container dimensions

The standard 20-foot container or “dry van” is one of the most commonly-used containers for the shipment of goods in ocean freight along with the 40-foot container.

Dimensions of the 20-foot container

The 20-foot container’s dimensions are usually measured using the imperial system (feet) and specifies both the exterior dimensions and the interior (usable) dimensions.

The dimensions of a 20-foot container are:

  • Exterior Dimensions (in meters): 6.10m long x 2.44m wide x 2.59m high
  • Internal Dimensions (in meters): 5.898m long x 2.352m wide x 2.393m high
  • Usable Capacity: 32.6m3
Ayia Napa Marina

Ayia Napa Marina Nearing Completion

The flagship Ayia Napa Marina project is now in the final phase of its construction, gearing up to the start of operations, with the main infrastructure building works nearing completion. This marks a milestone for the iconic project, promoting development and projecting the power of Cypriot entrepreneurship, which will, upon completion, contribute significantly to showcasing Cyprus’ high tourism profile.

Administration offices, buildings housing government services (port, police, customs, medical services, veterinary services), maintenance facilities, as well as boat storage, have already been delivered, having obtained the required certifications from the Cyprus Electricity Authority. At the same time, coastal works have been completed; most importantly, the breakwater, which acts as the main defence mechanism for the marina’s protection, as well as its residential and commercial areas. The floating docks are also ready, with their assembly completed, as well as the bridge leading to the Island Villas, while works relating to the provision of boat services are progressing rapidly.

Roadworks are ongoing on the west and north side of the development, with the vast majority completed, with only the final asphalt pending.

Works on the multilevel parking have reached 95% completion, with lift installation and aluminium constructions underway. In the Marina’s Commercial Village, works are also continuing at a fast pace, including the completion of electromechanical installations, plasterboard work and exterior stone cladding. Works relating to the Marina Event Centre and Yacht Club are also at a similar stage.

In the East Tower, reinforcement works on the ground floor continue, alongside foundation works in the West Tower. Works for the development and landscaping of the surrounding area are also at an advanced stage.

“At the pace with which works are proceeding, the Ayia Napa Marina will soon become a reality for the daily lives of both residents and visitors, promoting an upgraded and modern way of life close to the sea, combined with functionality, comfort and luxury. We are proud to see construction works underway at such a fast pace, as our vision becomes reality, day by day,” declares M.M Makronisos Marina Ltd CEO, Stavros Caramondanis, with great satisfaction, adding that «we are sure that this development will substantially contribute to the revitalization of Ayia Napa, transforming it into a jewel of the Eastern Mediterranean. »

The entrance and berthing of the first boat on Monday, January 27 2020, significantly marked the beginning of the marina’s pilot operations.

Source: Gold News

eni total drilling

ENI and Total drillings officially on hold for one year

Energy companies ENI and Total have notified the government they are postponing their scheduled gas drilling operations off Cyprus for approximately one year.

Government spokesman Kyriacos Koushios confirmed to the Cyprus Mail that they recently received word of the delay from the two companies.

Drilling will be postponed until March or April 2021.

The ‘good news’, Koushios added, is that the companies are not canceling the capital expenditures allocated to the drills.

ENI and Total had planned to carry out exploratory drilling at a site dubbed Kronos in block 6 of Cyprus’ exclusive economic zone.

Prior to the coronavirus outbreak, work had been due to start in early February, but was delayed owing to technical issues faced by the drillship, the Tungsten Explorer, while it was operating in Egyptian waters. The drillship then headed to Lebanese waters.

In mid-April, ExxonMobil had likewise informed the government they would be postponing a planned drill in their block 10 concession.

ExxonMobil said they pushed back to September 2021 an appraisal (or follow-up) well at the Glafcos site in block 10.

The Glafcos reservoir, bearing an estimated 5 to 8 trillion cubic feet of gas, is the largest gas discovery to date off Cyprus. The appraisal drilling there – initially scheduled for this summer – would have helped the company with its commercialisation decision.

Source: Cyprus Mail