Here you will find information about the LNG terminal and the "Höegh Esperanza." The terminal's task is to import liquefied natural gas and to ensure the gas supply in Germany. Here you can learn how an LNG terminal works and why the new Energy hub in Wilhelmshaven is so important.

What is a LNG terminal?

A LNG terminal is a facility designed to receive, store, and distribute liquefied natural gas (LNG). LNG stands for "Li-quefied Natural Gas," which is…

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What kind of ship is the "Höegh Esperanza"?

The FSRU (Floating Storage and Regasification Unit) "Höegh Esperanza" is a floating vessel used for the storage, holding and regasification of liquefied...

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What is LNG?

LNG stands for "Liquefied Natural Gas." It is natural gas that has been cooled to about -162 degrees Celsius, turning it into a liquid. This liquefaction process...

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Who is responsible for operating the Wilhelmshaven 1 LNG terminal?

Since operations began on January 15, 2023, Deutsche Energy Terminal GmbH (DET) has been the operator of the LNG terminals in Wilhelmshaven. ...

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Why was the floating LNG terminal built?

The floating LNG terminal in Wilhelmshaven was built as the first terminal in the Federal Republic of Germany due to the geopolitical situation…

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How does industrial use and the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea fit together?

Industry in the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea, including the operation of the LNG terminal, is a controversial topic because the Wadden...

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What is the future of energy supply in the region?

The location of Wilhelmshaven plays a special role in the energy crisis as an energy hub for bridging technology toward...

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Facts and figures about the "Höegh Esperanza"

The "Höegh Esperanza" is an extraordinary ship not only due to its specialization. It can store the volume of...

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Videos about the LNG terminal

The "Deutsche Energie Terminal GmbH" (DET) operates a total of four regasification vessels at three locations. Learn more about...

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The Wilhelmshaven 2 LNG terminal

With the commissioning of its second floating import terminal for liquefied natural gas (LNG) in Wilhelmshaven on May 26, 2025...

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The special features of Wilhelmshaven 2 LNG Terminal

The LNG Terminal Wilhelmshaven 2 is unique in Germany and Europe in several respects: The island jetty was built...

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Facts and figures about the "Excelsior"

In 2025, Excelsior will feed up to 1.9 billion cubic meters of natural gas into the German gas grid. This corresponds to...

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