Seatrium has started the conversion of LNG carrier Höegh Gandria into a floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) at its Singapore yard, moving the Egypt-linked project from contract award into execution.

The vessel is owned by Höegh Evi and is being modified to add LNG regasification capability while retaining onboard LNG storage. The shipyard scope covers engineering, installation of a regasification skid, and integration of supporting systems, including cargo handling, utilities, offloading, electrical and automation packages, followed by commissioning.

The converted FSRU is scheduled to enter service in Q4 2026 under a 10-year time charter with Egypt’s EGAS, with peak send-out capacity stated at up to 1,000 mmscf/d. The unit is designated for operation at the Port of Sumed, where it is expected to replace the FSRU Höegh Galleon that has been serving Egypt on an interim basis.

As the conversion program advances, suppliers have also begun disclosing equipment awards tied to the project. Wärtsilä has said its regasification module has been selected for the Höegh Gandria conversion, aligning with the stated Q4 2026 completion timeline.