Energy technology firm Baker Hughes has won a contract to supply Commonwealth LNG, a 9.5 million tonnes a year liquefied natural gas export project on the Calcasieu Ship Channel near Cameron, Louisiana, with six refrigerant turbo compressors.

Refrigerant compressors provide the mechanical work needed to circulate and pressurise refrigerants, enabling the cooling cycles that turn natural gas into a liquid for storage and export.

Specifically, Baker Hughes will supply its LM9000 gas turbines, which deliver over 73MW of power and an efficiency of 44%.

Farhad Ahrabi, President and CEO of Commonwealth, said, “The LM9000 technology aligns with our commitment to operational efficiency and environmental stewardship.”

The order will be placed by Technip Energies, which is responsible for the engineering, procurement, and construction of Commonwealth’s LNG facility.

Ben Dell, Managing Partner of Kimmeridge, described the news as another important milestone as the company progresses towards a final investment decision.

Investment firm Kimmeridge Energy Management Company holds a 90% stake in Commonwealth LNG. It acquired its stake in June as part of its plan to combine its upstream natural gas production in South Texas with midstream liquefaction and export capabilities.

Commonwealth LNG is targeting a final investment decision in the third quarter of this year, with first LNG production expected in 2029. Once operational, the project is expected to unlock approximately $11bn in investments in Louisiana and an estimated $3.5bn in annual export revenue.