Qatargas’ CSP achieves processing milestone

Tribune News Network Doha Common Sulfur Plant (CSP), which is located in Ras Laffan Industrial City and serves as one of the world’s largest sulfur proce...

Tribune News Network Doha Common Sulfur Plant (CSP), which is located in Ras Laffan Industrial City and serves as one of the world’s largest sulfur processing plants, has marked an important milestone in the plant’s history.Operated by RLTO & Refining, CSP and the members of a multi-disciplinary team that manage its operations were able to reach in excess of 10,000 tonnes of sulfur processed per day as of August 2021.Sulfur is extracted in liquid form from natural gas that flows from the North Field into multiple gas plants based in Ras Laffan. CSP converts this liquid sulfur into solid granules for temporary storage and then ships it to markets around the world where it is used for fertiliser and other valuable products.The milestone of 10,000 tonnes per day is an especially important achievement since attaining this level of processing was mission-critical for various operators based in Ras Laffan. This achievement also highlights the exceptional skill and determination of CSP Operations and Maintenance teams to ensure the continued reliability of the plant in a highly complex operating environment.CSP was successful in expanding its operating scope to include additional sulfur generated from Barzan while managing the introduction of two new granulators with the support of the highly efficient and dedicated project, operations and contractors teams.Qatargas Chief Executive Officer Khalid bin Khalifa Al Thani said, “In recognition of attaining this business-critical milestone, I wish to extend my congratulations to all those involved in the delivery of this important mission for CSP. The personnel in CSP operations, maintenance, production planning, engineering, projects, business scheduling, as well as our contractors, asset leadership, sulfur producers in Ras Laffan and worldwide customers, have all contributed to this success.”Appreciating the team’s efforts in achieving the milestone, the Qatargas CEO said, “The talented team helped us attain this amazing milestone and realising this proud moment in CSP’s history. I look forward to achieving our next future milestone and building upon our collective success.”