Introduction to GTL

The world’s energy challenge

• World economic growth, the expanding population and an increase in the purchasing power of individuals will increase energy demand
• World energy demand is expected to grow in the region of 50% by 2030
• Oil will remain the dominant energy source for the transport section but cannot meet increasing demand indefinitely
• Natural gas is set to play an ever-increasing role if the energy challenge is to be met effectively

The role of GTL

• Transportation accounts for 20 percent of global energy consumption. By 2030 this may increase by over 21 million B/D oil equivalent
• Meeting this demand will require a diverse range of commercially viable fuel supplies compatible with fuel distribution infrastructure and prevailing drive-train technologies
• GTL is an alternative technology. It provides an opportunity to use natural gas resources to produce ultra-clean, high performance liquid fuel as well as other premium products