Gastransport

Gastransport refers to the system and processes used to move natural gas and other gaseous fuels from production facilities, processing plants, or import terminals to end users. It includes pipeline transmission networks as well as alternative modes such as liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipping and compressed natural gas (CNG) transport, along with related processing, storage, regasification, and measurement infrastructure. The transport stage follows gas processing to meet quality specifications and is designed to minimize losses, maintain safety, and ensure reliable delivery.

Pipeline transport is the core element, using high-pressure transmission pipelines to move gas over long distances, with compressor stations that restore pressure and flow. Gas is gathered from fields into gathering lines, enters transmission networks, and is routed to distribution networks that deliver gas to homes and industry. LNG terminals enable long-distance transport by liquefying gas for shipment and regasifying it at destination. CNG provides another mode for shorter routes or regions without pipelines, using compressed gas in tube trailers or ships. Interconnection points, metering, and pressure-regulating stations form the control backbone of the system.

Gas quality and processing are essential to transport, including removal of water, condensates, and impurities, and ensuring compliance with standards for heating value, Wobbe index, sulfur content, and dew point. Regulatory and economic aspects cover tariffs, capacity allocation, safety requirements, and environmental controls. Gastransport is a vital part of energy infrastructure, linking producers with consumers and markets globally.