What is the construction schedule for Neptune? What about ship construction?
A 13-mile-long sub-sea pipeline lateral was constructed between mid-July and mid-October, 2008. Installation of the pipeline manifolds and hot tap that connect this pipeline lateral to the HubLineSM and also the installation of the buoys are planned to begin in May 2009 and continue into September 2009. Two ships (shuttle and regasification vessels or SRVs) are being built by Samsung Heavy Industries in South Korea. Once completed, Hoegh LNG, a Norwegian company respected worldwide for its expertise in shipbuilding and ship chartering, will provide SRV operating services under a charter agreement. Additionally, Boston Towing and Transport (BTT) is building support vessels that will provide security and bring supplies, food, and personnel from land to the offshore tankers.
