Technip, which has been engaged in project planning, detailed engineering and procurement, did not disclose a specific value for the EPC contract.

However, the French company said it expects orders of about $6.1 billion in the second and third quarters of this year.

The LNG plant in the port of Sabetta will comprise three liquefaction trains of 5.5 million tonnes per annum, with Chinese and South Korean yards said to be vying for construction of the numerous modules that will needed.