Who we are
History
TGE looks back on over 40 years of experience in the storage and handling of liquefied gases. Founded in 1980, we have delivered since then millions of cubic meters’ worth of storage and distribution facilities for liquefied gases. We started out as a small, privately owned company in Bonn, Germany, and have continuously expanded to become a major partner in the natural gas and petrochemical markets around the globe. Today, we are integrated in the CIMC Group as a worldwide EPC contractor for international projects.
100% take-over by Tractebel Engineering and company name changes to Tractebel Gas Engineering (TGE).
Introduction of ECT technology to Taiwan and contract for the design of 80 ECT storages.
In the same year TGE opens its second office in Shanghai
Contract for first cryogenic LPG storage in P.R.China.
Entrance into LNG business through the execution of the Sines LNG Terminal Project for Tractebel
Management buy-out with company name change to TGE Gas Engineering
Spin-off of TGE Marine Gas Engineering (offshore activities) and TGE Gas Engineering (onshore activities)
TGE Gas Engineering becomes a member of the CIMC group
TGE acquires the tank design company Technodyne International Limited
TGE signs the first LNG project in Russia and opens an office in Saint Petersburg
TGE opens a technical office in Munich, Germany
Commissioning of the world’s largest Ethane/Propane storage tank in Ningbo, China.
TGE celebrates 40th anniversary
Key Facts
- More than 40 years contracting experience in the storage and handling of liquified gases
- Global team of more than 400 experienced specialists, all disciplines in-house
- Located in Europe and Asia, embedded in a large industrial group with strong partners
- Sustainable Solutions: Consideration of environmental aspects in all activities
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Our Services
From the initial concept to the finalized project: We provide the best solutions through the full EPC value chain – starting with the idea, bringing the project to life. As an EPC contractor, we offer a full range of integrated services to the global oil & gas production and processing industries.
Leadership
CEO
- Master of Chemical Engineering
- Joined CIMC Group 1994
- Managing Director TGE Shanghai since 2018
- Appointed Managing Director (CEO) in 2023
Chairman of the Supervisory Board
Mr. Yang, was appointed as an Executive Director and General Manager on 27th October 2017. He graduated from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, majoring in Vessel and Marine Engineering.
Mr. Yang joined CIMC as an Officer of the Quality Control Department of Shanghai CIMC Reefer Containers Co., Ltd. in 1997 and held the position until 1999. He was then appointed as Sales Manager of CIMC Group’s Container Operation Department from 2000 to 2009. Mr. Yang was Deputy General Manager of the Company’s Sales and Marketing Department from April 2009 to April 2012. Afterwards, he became the Assistant to the General Manager of the company and held this position from May 2012 to March 2015. From April 2015 until December 2017 Mr. Yang was appointed as General Manager of Nantong CIMC Tank Equipment Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company. In addition Mr. Yang worked as the Deputy General Manager of the company from April 2015 to October 2017.
CEO
Graduated with a Master of Mechanical Engineering from South China University of Technology (SCUT) in 1994. Joined CIMC Group and participated the acquisition of TGE Gas Engineering. In 2013 appointed as Member of the Executive Board of Directors of TGE and Technodyne. Since 2018 Managing Director of Shanghai CIMC TGE Gas Engineering Co. Ltd., in 2023 appointed as CEO of TGE Gas Engineering and CEO of CIMC TGE Gasinvestments SA.
Director of the Supervisory Board
After having received his Dipl.-Ing. Degree in Industrial Engineering in 2003 Tobias started working as Quality Assurance Engineer, later as QHSE Manager at TGE. 2009 he became a Project Director at Gasfin Development, responsible for onshore LNG Production & Receiving Terminals. In 2015 TGE contracted him as Sales Manager for Europe, leading all proposals for the product line Terminals for LNG and Petrochemicals. With his rich experience gained in this position he was 5 years later promoted as Senior Head of Sales & Business Development. In this position he was responsible for the global Sales Team and all Sales and Customer related activities.
Partners
Vision
We, the TGE Gas Engineering Group, through our technological expertise, will be a world-class provider of contracting solutions for the LNG and petrochemical industries!
Mission
We, the TGE Gas Engineering Group, create added value for,
- the society and investors in the LNG and petrochemical industry by providing safe and professional investment solutions targeting high quality, efficiency, and flexibility.
- the ecological partners and stakeholders through a trustworthy and open cooperation that is flexible and market oriented.
- the employees who are willing to make a long-term commitment to the group, by offering them a highly motivated, team spirited, friendly working environment with direct and open-minded communication.
Our Commitment
TGE operates under an integrated management system (IMS) combining the requirements of
We have expressed our commitment to client satisfaction and continual improvement in all these areas in a combined “IMS policy”. TGE IMS is applicable to the group companies in Bonn, Shanghai and Eastleigh, including their offices in Manchester and Munich. It is also fully applicable on construction sites where TGE is in charge of erection. The product and services covered by the scope of the TGE IMS are defined by the type of service and contract and by the purpose of the delivered hardware. In view of subcontracted works the scope of the TGE IMS is limited by TGE´s actual ability to exercise control and influence. This may depend on the project specific situation.
Employees & Workspace
Regardless of where TGE’s employees live and work, they are the key to TGE’s future growth and success. Recognizing the value that each employee brings to the company, we build on a corporate culture in which work-life balance, employee health, and professional development and training are central. Our goal is to ensure that each and every individual feels accepted and valued in the company – regardless of their position, gender or cultural background. For more information, please visit our Career site.
Corporate Volunteering
At TGE, we take social responsibility and encourage volunteer work and activities. Annual fundraising events such as the “TGE Tombola”, “TBAY for Charity” or “Christmas Wishes”, give the employees the opportunity to get involved socially and support local charities. Furthermore, TGE supports its employees to pursue a private volunteer activity by giving them time off from work for a certain number of hours.