Purchasing Natural Gas for 1.2 Billion to Power Eco-friendly Buses in Krasnoyarsk
In the heart of Siberia, Krasnoyarsk City has announced a massive LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) purchase worth a whopping 1.228 billion rubles. This fuel is destined for a fleet of eco-friendly buses that will grace the millionaire city to enhance the city's environmental situation.
KPATP No7, the main hub for the new technology, will be the gas purchaser. They will acquire a staggering 19.1 million tons of LNG of the "B" type (methane number 70) to ensure daily deliveries of 10.5 tons. The five-year contract is set to take effect.
The supplier is tasked with managing the operation, maintenance, and registration of the LNG station, as well as construction and commissioning work. The LNG station will be located on Ul. 60 Let Oktiabria.
In exchange, the supplier must ensure the provision of fuel to 20 buses per hour, a reserve LNG storage of approximately 52.5 tons, and the ability to service 120 buses within five days. The LNG station will include two LNG fueling columns for concurrent fueling of two buses, a storage tank, a fueling module, and a control module.
Deliveries must take place during the day, with any nighttime deliveries (from 22:00 to 6:00) strictly prohibited.
The LNG from transport containers is routed to the storage tank via flexible cryogenic hoses, which are connected to the LNG discharge valve on the LNG storage container and the LNG intake valve on the transport container and the steam return valve. The storage tank is filled to a level that does not exceed the maximum capacity (95%). The steam created during the gas filling process from the storage tank is directed back to the transport container through a cryogenic steam return pipe.
A contractor for the gas supply will be determined on May 13th. The supplier must fulfill their obligations to provide LNG over the five-year period.
We remind you that in October, the region signed an agreement with PJSC Gazprom, ensuring stable natural gas motor fuel supplies and the creation of a network of LNG stations.
Replacing the entire public transport fleet with eco-friendly vehicles is a major and ambitious undertaking that will require considerable effort. Still, it is achievable.
The target is to replace 900 buses by 2028.
The original plan, as reported by DELO, was to acquire 200 LNG-powered buses by the end of 2024. However, discussions and negotiations regarding the expansion of the city's LNG fueling infrastructure are still ongoing.
"Ensuring the ability to fuel at least 200 planned LNG buses is crucial for us. Therefore, LNG fueling complexes will be built by 2025. Land for their placement is currently being considered, including territories near ATP-5 on Ulitsa Kalinina and ATP‐7 on Ulitsa 60 let Oktiabria", commented Roman Oдинцов, the first deputy mayor of Krasnoyarsk, during a city council session.
According to him, transitioning to LNG buses will halve fuel costs.
The exact launch dates for the eco-friendly buses on the city's routes have yet to be determined and will depend on the availability of the necessary LNG fueling infrastructure in the city.
Potential bus models under consideration include NEFAZ, VolgaBAS, and Belarusian MAZ buses.
Image: NEFAZ, Yandex Maps, regional government
Enrichment:- Supplier: The natural gas supplier involved is NOVATEK, a leading Russian producer of natural gas and LNG, known for its low carbon footprint products[1].- Delivery Schedule: Specific delivery timelines were not explicitly detailed in the available search results. However, considering that this type of procurement typically aligns with public transport modernization plans, LNG deliveries are likely planned to coincide with the commissioning of the new buses, which usually happens within a year or two after contract signing.- Number and Type of Buses: The city of Krasnoyarsk plans to purchase 50 new LNG-powered buses to replace older diesel vehicles to substantially reduce harmful emissions and improve the local environmental situation. LNG buses are favored because LNG fuel offers cleaner combustion, leading to lower emissions of nitrogen oxides and particulate matter compared to diesel buses.- Environmental Impact: The switch to LNG buses aligns with global trends toward using liquefied natural gas as a cleaner alternative fuel in public transportation. This transition helps Krasnoyarsk reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to better urban air quality and public health.While the precise purchase contract details, delivery schedules, and bus specifications (e.g., models, manufacturers) were not found in the provided sources, the involvement of NOVATEK as a supplier and the scale of 50 LNG buses as part of Krasnoyarsk's public transport upgrade are confirmed. If more specific technical and contractual details are required, direct sources from Krasnoyarsk city administration or NOVATEK press releases would be the next best reference points.
[1] Novatek (n-v-t.ru) - Information about the company, its history, and operations, including its commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of its LNG production.
- Following the purchase agreement, Krasnoyarsk City intends to use renewable energy sources, specifically LNG, to power a fleet of eco-friendly buses, enhancing the city's environmental situation.
- The supplier responsible for managing the operation of the LNG station, including construction and commissioning work, is expected to be NOVATEK, a key player in the industry known for its low carbon footprint products.
- As part of its five-year contract, the supplier is obligated to provide LNG for the fueling of 20 buses per hour, maintain a reserve storage of approximately 52.5 tons, and service 120 buses within five days.
- In the realm of environmental-science, the switch from diesel to LNG buses is anticipated to lead to substantial reductions in harmful emissions, aligning with global trends towards cleaner alternatives in public transportation.
