Nord Gas Solutions Wins Regasification Contract for Excelerate Energy FSRU Conversion

14 September 2026
Edited By: Haley McQueen

Nord Gas Solutions (NGS) has been awarded a contract to supply the regasification system module for Excelerate Energy's first floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) conversion project. The module will be installed aboard the Methane Patricia Camila, a 170,000 cbm LNG carrier that is being converted into an FSRU. The contract was awarded in July 2026.

Once completed, Methane Patricia Camila will operate as a FSRU with Nord Gas Solutions regas module onboard. (Credit: Excelerate Energy)

“Nord Gas Solutions brings extensive experience designing and delivering regasification systems for the global LNG industry. Combined with our longstanding relationship, their technical expertise made them a natural partner for Excelerate Energy’s first FSRU conversion project,” said David Liner, Chief Operating Officer of Excelerate Energy.

The NGS regasification module will be delivered during the first half of 2028. Once deployed, the converted FSRU will help expand access to cleaner and more affordable natural gas in the markets it serves.

“The award of this important contract was based on our extensive global experience in regas modules for FSRU conversions. We have a strong relationship with Excelerate Energy, and it’s a great honor to once again team up with one of the industry’s most prominent companies on their first conversion project,” commented Pål Steinnes, Head of Sales, Midstream, Nord Gas Solutions.

Nord Gas Solutions is the new corporate brand formed following the acquisition of Wärtsilä Gas Solutions by Mutares SE & Co., effective from June 1, 2026.