As demand for helium continues to grow, the market last week saw a breakthrough moment when what is believed to be the world’s largest logistic centre for the servicing of helium containers came onstream in Russia.
Owned and operated by Gazprom, the centre will deliver liquid helium produced at the Amur Gas Processing Plant (GPP), via cryogenic containers, to the wider helium market, acting as a key link in the logistics chain for supply.
Ensuring a smooth supply chain, the hub will provide servicing for each container that has been sent to GPP has undergone numerous checks. Each container is designed to maintain a 269°C temperature to keep the helium in its liquid state.
Container transportation services will be provided by the in-house vehicle fleet of Gazprom Helium Service. Each truck features air suspension for space transportation and runs on eco-friendly liquefied natural gas (LNG) which is also produced on-site.
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