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Innovative Flare Gas Conversion with Gatti S.p.A

Lixa and Gatti S.p.A collaborate to bring FlareMaX® technologies to the Middle East, enabling direct conversion of flare gas into synthetic fuels and LNG for sustainable operations.

Solution Overview

Conversion of Flare Gas into Value-Added Products

Lixa, in collaboration with Gatti S.p.A, provides state-of-the-art technologies to convert flare gas – a common waste in oil & gas operations – into valuable products such as synthetic liquid fuels and liquefied natural gas (LNG). This process not only eliminates routine flaring but also creates economic value while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

FlareMaXGTL®: Direct Gas-to-Liquid Conversion

Gatti’s FlareMaXGTL® is a modular unit that directly converts 1 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) of flare gas into 100 barrels of premium synthetic crude – a blend of diesel and gasoline fractions. No hydro-cracking or by-products are involved, making it efficient for CO2-rich gases (up to 25% CO2 tolerance). The output is high-value, easily integrated into existing infrastructure.

FlareMaXLNG®: Gas-to-LNG Liquefaction

For larger-scale operations, FlareMaXLNG® processes up to 5 MMSCFD into 100 tons of LNG daily. This self-sustaining system operates without external power or water, ideal for remote Middle East fields, and supports virtual pipelines for energy distribution.

The Conversion Process Explained

The technology captures associated or flare gas, pre-processes it to handle impurities, and uses advanced reactors for direct conversion. Results: Zero flaring, 95% emission cuts, and marketable products like fuels or LNG that generate revenue.

Benefits for Middle East Operations

  • Environmental: Aligns with net-zero goals and World Bank Zero Routine Flaring Initiative.
  • Economic: Low CAPEX/OPEX with quick ROI from sold products.
  • Operational: Modular, movable designs for easy deployment in harsh environments.

Why Lixa and Gatti?

Our solutions are tailored for the region’s CO2-rich gas fields, with full support from design to monitoring. Transform waste into wealth – contact us for a feasibility assessment.

Learn More

Return to Carbon Reduction Solutions (Gatti S.p.A) or explore Flare Gas Recovery Systems for complementary technologies.

Sustainability Impact

1 MMSCFD
to 100 Barrels Synthetic Crude Daily
5 MMSCFD
to 100 Tons LNG Daily
95%
Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction
25%
CO2 Tolerance in Feed Gas

Key Features

01

Direct Conversion Without By-Products

Produces premium synthetic crude or LNG efficiently, no hydro-cracking needed.

02

Modular and Movable Design

Compact containerized units, easily relocated with low CAPEX/OPEX.

03

Self-Sustaining Operation

No external power or water required, perfect for remote sites.

How It Works

1

Gas Capture and Pre-Processing

Intake flare gas and handle impurities like CO2 for optimal feed.

2

Reactor Conversion

Direct transformation into liquid fuels or LNG using patented technology.

3

Product Refinement

Ensure high-quality output compatible with existing systems.

4

Storage and Monetization

Store and sell value-added products with integrated monitoring.

Benefits & Advantages

Emission Elimination

Up to 95% reduction in flaring-related CO2 and methane.

Revenue from Waste

Convert flare gas into sellable fuels/LNG for economic gains.

Regulatory Compliance

Supports Zero Routine Flaring by 2030 and net-zero targets.

Technologies & Standards

FlareMaXGTL® GTL System Modular gas-to-liquid unit for synthetic crude production.
FlareMaXLNG® LNG Unit Gas liquefaction for easy transport and use.
Integrated Monitoring Real-time performance tracking for efficiency and compliance.

Ready to build a sustainable future?

Contact our Sustainable Engineering team today.

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