Gujarat Cryopipe

The Gujarat project involved developing the world’s first fully buried cryogenic pipeline system for transporting Ethane and LNG from an existing jetty to a new storage tank. Spanning a congested corridor with multiple bends and road crossings, the design had to support a temperature of -161°C, limit boil-off gas, and accommodate a fully constrained buried application without expansion loops. Fast-track execution and supply chain alignment were critical for project success.

ITP Pipeline delivered a groundbreaking solution for the Gujarat project, ensuring safe and efficient cryogenic transportation:

• Innovative Design: A PIP system with a 24” 36%Ni inner pipe provided a fully constrained buried solution, achieving an ultra-low U-value of 0.1 W/m²·K for exceptional thermal efficiency.
• High-Quality Procurement: First-class suppliers were engaged for pipes, hot induction bends, bulkhead forged pieces, thermal insulation, and a leak detection system.
• Fast-Track Execution: Engineering and pre-fabrication were completed in just 10 months, leveraging ITP’s Normandy yard for PIP pre-fabrication. Onsite supervision ensured compliance with rigorous design requirements.

The key to success for the Gujarat project lay in ITP’s agility and robust supply chain support, enabling the fast-track execution of this groundbreaking pipeline within just 10 months. Despite being the world’s first fully buried cryogenic pipeline, the system was expertly qualified for implementation, ensuring unmatched reliability and performance. Close collaboration with the client allowed for proactive risk assessment and the adoption of the safest and most pragmatic solution. Additionally, ITP’s expertise in engineering, pre-fabrication, and 36%Ni weld qualification, combined with DNV-GL certification, ensured full compliance with the highest industry standards.