Energy, Oil & Gas Issue 230 January 2026 | Page 69

CASE STUDY

Integrated Rope Access & NDT Support

Operating a critical LNG import terminal demands safe access, reliable inspection data, and minimal operational disruption. Dragon LNG relies on MISTRAS as a single, trusted partner delivering integrated rope access, maintenance, and advanced NDT services across its jetty and loading arm infrastructure.
By combining rope access and NDT under one contract, MISTRAS helped Dragon LNG reduce contractor interfaces, eliminate unnecessary scaffolding, and accelerate inspection and maintenance activities— without compromising safety or data quality.
Rope Access & Maintenance- Ongoing jetty maintenance- Ice netting installation on loading arms- Structural surveys alongside structural engineers- Cable train installations and wind sock replacements- Responsive rope access support for ad-hoc maintenance needs
Advanced NDT & Inspection- MPI, DPI, UT, ACFM, and PAUT- ACFM inspection of loading arm welds- Phased Array inspection of critical loading arm bolting- Acoustic Emission testing on low-speed bearings- LOLER lifting equipment inspections
Delivered Value- Reduced downtime through scaffold-free access- Safer execution of inspection and maintenance activities- High-confidence inspection data on safety-critical assets- One partner managing access, inspection, and coordination

One Partner Complete LNG Asset Integrity

As an integrated asset protection partner, MISTRAS helps LNG plants improve reliability, maintain compliance, and make smarter asset decisions— without adding complexity or additional vendors.
Proprietary Inspection Technology
Valve Leak Detection and Testing
Expert Data Management and Analysis
Contact us today for Complete LNG Asset Integrity
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