Name of the Project
Liquefied natural gas (LNG) tank.
Location
Isle of Grain, on the east coast of England, in the UK.
Project Owner/s
National Grid.
Project Description
This project is part of a programme to expand the capacity of the biggest LNG terminal in Europe and entails the construction of a 190 000 m3 LNG tank.
This full containment tank will have a 9% nickel steel inner tank, with a prestressed concrete outer shell poured in situ using slipforming.
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Capital Expenditure
The contract is valued at €200-million.
Planned Start/End Date
The project is set to continue until June 2025.
Latest Developments
None stated.
Key Contracts, Suppliers and Consultants
Vinci Construction subsidiaries Entrepose Contracting, VINCI Construction Grands Projets and Taylor Woodrow (construction contract).
Contact Details for Project Information
National Grid, tel +44 20 7004 3000.