Methanol is an important chemical feedstock and fuel blendstock. A methanol plant first converts natural gas to synthesis gas, then uses the synthesis gas to produce methanol through reaction. Finally, the methanol is purified. The capital costs of large methanol plants are substantial, with synthesis gas production and compression accounting for a major investment. Optimal design of the methanol synthesis section and operating parameters choice depends on the product specifications and aims to ensure low investment. This document describes a design project for methanol production from natural gas via steam reforming and includes a process economic evaluation.