Methane-rich gas to gasoline

Key takeaways

Compatible with a wide variety of feedstocks

High carbon conversion efficiency

A proven technology protected by more than 60 patents

Benefits of the TIGAS process

Proven technology: Successful commercial-scale operation demonstrated with GTG-1 unit in Turkmenistan.
Integrated solution: We provide an integrated process, including methanol front-end.
Operational simplicity: The process uses simple fixed bed reactors and is easy to operate.
Flexible product quality: Can produce several gasoline qualities that adapt to various regional requirements.
Feedstock versatility: Can use raw methanol (without distillation or partial distillation) as feedstock. This improves the process economics and renders the process more competitive.
High carbon conversion efficiency: The process has high carbon conversion efficiency which can be further improved through the reforming of the TIGAS process byproducts i.e. liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) or off-gases.
Seamless integration with carbon capture: The TIGAS process can be seamlessly integrated with carbon capture, enabling a production of low carbon intensity gasoline product.

Superior synthetic gasoline – fueled by your preferred feedstock

The TIGAS™ (Topsoe Improved Gasoline Synthesis) process is an advanced solution for producing high-quality synthetic gasoline from a wide range of feedstocks, including renewable feedstocks. Build on our extensive experience and proven track record, the TIGAS process delivers exceptional feedstock flexibility and high carbon conversion efficiency.

Synthetic gasoline produced via the TIGAS process presents a competitive alternative to conventional refinery gasoline and other emerging energy carriers. Unlike fuels such as dimethyl ether (DME), methanol, and ethanol, synthetic gasoline meets existing gasoline standards. It can be used as a "drop-in" fuel requiring no modifications to existing car engines and distributed through existing infrastructure.

How the TIGAS process works

The TIGAS process is a versatile process adaptable to a wide range of feedstocks, plant capacities, and gasoline specifications. This makes it a flexible solution suitable for diverse applications.

The TIGAS process efficiently converts a variety of carbon-containing feedstocks such as natural gas (or associated gas), biogas, biomass, wastes, and CO2 (from carbon capture) into high-quality and high-value gasoline. Methanol is produced as an intermediate product which is then converted into gasoline using simple fixed-bed reactors.

Figure below illustrates the main steps of the TIGAS process, which we offer as an integrated process. As a single licensor, we are behind most of the technologies required for the process which ensures a smooth project execution and consistent performance.

A proven process for over 40 years

We have more than 40 years of experience with the TIGAS process. It is fully developed by our own internal R&D department and protected by more than 60 patents. All catalysts used for the process have been developed and produced by us.

TIGAS in action

Since May 2019 a 15,500-barrels-per-day plant (including a methanol plant producing over 5000 tons per day) has produced gasoline from natural gas in Turkmenistan. The plant is operated by the national gas company Turkmengas, and the gasoline is sold directly at local gas stations or exported internationally.

In 2021, we were awarded a license and basic engineering contract with Nacero, located in the United States. The TIGAS process will be used at their natural-gas-to-gasoline facility in Penwell, Texas to produce 90,000 barrels per day of gasoline component ready for blending to U.S. commercial grades.

Catalysts for synthetic gasoline

AR-401 catalyst

High-performance nickel catalyst for efficient hydrocarbon conversion.

HTZ-3 catalyst

HTZ-3 will give your plant a cost-effective, reliable means of protecting downstream catalysts from sulfur.

HTZ-31 catalyst

HTZ-31 delivers unmatched sulfur removal and protection, even during unexpected leakages of organic sulfur.

HTZ-5 catalyst

HTZ-5 reliably removes sulfur to keep your downstream catalysts protected.

HTZ-51 catalyst

HTZ-51 delivers unmatched sulfur removal and protection, even during unexpected leakages of organic sulfur.

MK-121 catalyst

MK-121 ensures a high preservation of the initial high catalyst activity as well as an improved stability.

MK-151 FENCE™ catalyst

Our MK-151 FENCE™ methanol synthesis catalyst delivers documented industry-leading performance and stability that will enable you to far exceed your initial target.

MK-417 SUSTAIN™ catalyst

MK-417 SUSTAIN™ catalyst offers excellent stability even under severe operating conditions.

RKA-02 catalyst

RKA-02 is a nickel based top layer catalyst for oxygen fired secondary and autothermal reformers.

RKS-2 catalyst

RKS-2 is a nickel based reforming catalyst that reduces the effect of ruby and dust deposition.

RKS-2-7H catalyst

The RKS-2-7H catalyst has high activity and the shape and size gives low start-of-run pressure drop.

GSK-10 catalyst

GSK-10 is a catalyst used for synthezising gasoline using methanol as a feedstock.

HTG-2 catalyst

HTG-2 is an alumina-type absorbent used for the removal of hydrogen chloride from vapor- and liquid-phase process streams.

HTG-10 catalyst

HTG-10 effectively absorbs any inorganic chloride your feedstocks might contain.

RKA-10 catalyst

RKA-10 catalyst helps you to optimize the run length of your oxygen-fired reformers, hereby improving the performance of your plant.

RKC-2-7H catalyst

RKC-2-7H is a nickel based reforming catalyst for secondary reforming.

MK-181 PRIME™ catalyst

Achieve record-breaking methanol plant performance by reducing energy consumption or increasing capacity.

Boiling water reactor

Optimize exothermic reactions with boiling water reactors – efficient cooling for methanol synthesis and more.

Convection reformer HTCR

A compact, high-efficiency heat exchange reformer that provides refinery operators with a straightforward, inexpensive way to meet the growing demand for hydrogen.

Oxygen-fired secondary reformer

One of the important pieces of equipment used in the methanol production process is the oxygen-fired secondary reformer.

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SynCOR™ - Autothermal Reformer (ATR)

SynCOR enhances economy of scale by maximizing single-line capacity while significantly reducing capital and operating costs.

SynCOR™ CTS™ burner

The CTS™ (Cool Tip Swirl) burner delivers high-performance burner design for reliable reformer operation.

HTZR™ target tiles

Boost reactor reliability with HTZR™ Target Tiles – protect catalysts, reduce wear, and extend runtimes.

Catalyst bed support structure

Optimize reformer performance with Rampart™ – strong, compact catalyst bed support system for reliable operation.

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Reactor refractory lining

Enhance reactor reliability with our refractory linings – superior protection, durability, and performance.

Applications within this area

Methane-rich gas to diesel and jet fuels

Produce synthetic fuels from methane-rich gas at an industrial scale and open up new business opportunities.

Renewable energy and CO2 to synthetic diesel and jet fuels

e-Fuels produced from renewable power and CO₂ are a viable long-term solution to decarbonize the transportation sectors.

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