Shipping simulation as related to the lng chain simulation de la procedure d'expedition dans le cadre d'une chaine de gnl

摘要

Today's investment economics require a global optimization of the complete LNG chain. It is not sufficient to optimize just the production capability of the liquefaction fracility. LNG deliveries can be limited by storage capacity and number of berths at either the export or the import terminals, the number, capacity, speed, and availability of the ships, seasonal demands and production varitions, weather dealsy, etc. To ensure the profitability of a project it is necessary to optimize these variables simultaneously. Many of the variables involved in this optimization are statistical in nature. Therefore, a stochastic computer model using Monte Carlo techniques is the preferred tool to study, quantify, and economically optimize the various links in the LNG chain.