Saldanha LNG
Import Facility
A phased LNG infrastructure development initiative for the Western Cape region, coordinated by Sentura Energy in partnership with OVIERA.
Project Overview
The Saldanha LNG Import Facility is a phased LNG infrastructure development initiative designed to enable the import, storage, regasification, and downstream distribution of natural gas to industrial and power sector users in the Western Cape region.
Project Objective
To establish a scalable LNG import and distribution platform providing reliable gas supply, reducing reliance on liquid fuels, supporting energy diversification, and enabling long-term infrastructure development aligned with demand.
Phased Development Approach
Early Gas Deployment
- Modular LNG import and storage solutions
- Utilisation of existing or adaptable regulatory approvals
- Containerised LNG handling and distribution systems
- Early delivery of gas to identified downstream customers
Establish initial gas supply and validate demand.
Scaled Infrastructure Expansion
- Expansion of LNG import capacity
- Increased storage and regasification capability
- Enhanced logistics and distribution network
- Advancement of regulatory approvals and permitting
Scale operations in line with confirmed offtake demand.
Integrated LNG Terminal & Hub
- Full-scale LNG import terminal
- Permanent storage and regasification infrastructure
- Pipeline and/or logistics integration
- Regional gas distribution hub functionality
Establish long-term infrastructure platform serving multiple sectors.
Note: CAPEX figures are indicative and subject to refinement following detailed feasibility studies, engineering design, site conditions, and regulatory requirements.
Regulatory & Licensing Overview
A phased regulatory approach is proposed, aligned with the staged development strategy to reduce upfront complexity and enable early deployment where feasible.
Development Workstreams
Commercial
- Downstream customer engagement and offtake alignment
- LNG supply sourcing and supplier discussions
- Commercial structuring and pricing frameworks
Regulatory
- EIA process initiation or leveraging existing approvals
- NERSA licensing applications
- Port, municipal, and environmental compliance
Technical
- Concept development and feasibility validation
- Engineering design (FEED-level and beyond)
- Site and infrastructure assessment
Financial
- Development capital structuring
- Project financing framework
- Equity and SPV structuring
- Financial close preparation
Legal & Governance
- SPV formation and ownership structure
- Shareholder agreements
- Contractual framework (supply, offtake, EPC)
Sentura Energy Role
Investment & Participation
Multiple participation structures may be considered, including joint development frameworks, equity partnerships, and project-level investment at SPV level.
Next Steps
The Saldanha LNG Import Facility represents a phased, demand-aligned infrastructure opportunity designed to unlock reliable gas supply for the Western Cape while establishing a scalable regional energy platform. Sentura Energy is positioned to coordinate the origination, development, and downstream integration of this project in collaboration with strategic partners, investors, and stakeholders.