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    (All photos courtesy Heerema Marine Contractors)
    The Balder and Thialf during QUAD Lift trials in the Gulf of Mexico in October 2018.
    Heerema Marine Contractors has developed a new method for installation of ultra-heavy platforms – parallel deployment of two semisubmersible crane vessels at the offshore location...
    Nov. 26, 2019
    (Courtesy Tracerco)
    A good calibration test can help ensure the complete success of a Discovery subsea pipeline inspection campaign.
    Tracerco’s Discovery, the world’s only field proven subsea computed tomography scanner, provides asset integrity and flow assurance data on a range of pipeline systems.
    Nov. 26, 2019
    (Courtesy Clariant)
    Gas hydrates with no anti-agglomerants.
    A relatively new technology for hydrate mitigation is the family of chemical additives known as low dose hydrate inhibitors.
    Nov. 26, 2019
    (All images courtesy MEWO S.A.)
    OBX 750E nodes ready for deployment.
    Polish consortium MEWO S.A. and Pro Geofizyka Kraków has completed the Wolin 3D seismic project, the first ocean bottom node survey in the Polish Economic Zone of the Baltic Sea...
    Nov. 26, 2019
    (Courtesy Eigen)
    The digital portal for Lundin Norway’s drilling operations went live in September.
    Offshore oil and gas digitalization software provider and systems integrator, Eigen, rolled out a unique digital portal for Lundin Norway’s drilling operations in September.
    Nov. 26, 2019
    (Courtesy Silicon Sensing Systems)
    The CRS39 gyroscope has been developed for oil and gas industry use, with offshore applications.
    Silicon Sensing Systems has developed the CRS39 gyroscope specifically for the oil and gas industry, with offshore applications. The device is intended for platform stabilization...
    Nov. 26, 2019
    (All images courtesy Weatherford)
    The company conducted a factory acceptance test on a fully assembled riser system at its facility in Katy, Texas.
    In 2019, Weatherford introduced Victus, the world’s first intelligent managed pressure drilling system.
    Nov. 26, 2019
    (Courtesy BP)
    A simplified and standardized design for the Argos semisubmersible platform has enabled BP to reduce the overall cost on the Mad Dog 2 project by about 60%.
    Operators that are looking to develop new fields in the Gulf of Mexico are increasingly turning to production platforms that are more economical than in years past, and much more...
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Ocean Power Technologies)
    The PB3 PowerBuoy is serving as an autonomous intelligent platform to provide communications and remote monitoring services at the Premier Oil-operated Huntington field in the UK central North Sea.
    The industry has ramped up efforts to trial and further develop wave energy technologies for offshore oil and gas operations.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (All images courtesy Airborne Oil & Gas)
    The past decade has seen a rapid advance in the qualification and application of thermoplastic composite pipe.
    Adopted and adapted from the aerospace industry, thermoplastic composite pipe is now recognized as a viable and cost-effective alternative to steel for hydrocarbon operations ...
    Nov. 25, 2019
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    Many of the advances in riser assessment are part of the industry’s growing trend toward digitalization and the digital oilfield.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Halliburton)
    The electro-mechanical downhole cutting tools are designed to perform precision cuts on oilfield tubulars.
    Halliburton has announced an asset acquisition of a new portfolio of electro-mechanical downhole cutting tools and tubing punches from Westerton (UK) Ltd.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Trendsetter Engineering Inc.)
    The TC11/7 Hydraulic Intervention Connector is designed to provide 7-in. bore access and emergency disconnect capability for service up to 20,000 psi.
    Trendsetter Engineering Inc. reports that it has been awarded a contract for the design, qualification and delivery of a 20K Hydraulic Intervention Connector by HWCG.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy PPG)
    Once in service, PPG PITT-CHAR NX will not only flex with the steel structure, but also resist vibration, impact and extreme environmental conditions.
    PPG has developed PPG PITT-CHAR NX, its next generation flexible epoxy intumescent coating system designed to resist severe hydrocarbon hazards in both onshore and offshore environments...
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Deep Casing Tools)
    Early trials indicate that Deep Casing Tools’ Casing Cement Breaker can make decommissioning operations more predictable and reliable.
    A transformational tool which could significantly reduce the cost of decommissioning is being developed by Aberdeen-based oil and gas technology company Deep Casing Tools in collaborati...
    Nov. 25, 2019
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    Gulf of Mexico operators are rolling out new floating production platforms that they hope will not only anchor lucrative projects, but also accelerate the cycle times to first...
    Nov. 25, 2019
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    The offshore drilling market has improved very modestly over the last month.
    Nov. 25, 2019
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    Following four difficult years, the subsea industry is finally trending upwards.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Source: Energy Maritime Associates)
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    After a strong start in the first half of the year, the pace of orders slowed down with only four (one FPSO, one FSRU, and two LNG FSOs) announced in 3Q, according to Energy Maritime...
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Energean)
    Topsides integration should start shortly for the FPSO Energean Power.
    Brazil awards 12 offshore blocks under the country’s latest licensing round. BP and BW Offshore deliver exploration drilling successes offshore West Africa.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Equinor)
    Hywind floating wind turbines withe the Snorre A semisubmersible platform in the distance.
    Equinor has secured agreements from six partners oil companies for the first floating offshore wind farm development dedicated to Norwegian Sea oil and gas operations.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Fugro)
    Fugro says it has completed several geophysical surveys in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico for Shell International Exploration and Production Co. The project required data collection over multiple deepwater lease blocks in the greater Perdido and Mars development areas to support clearance of potential environmental, engineering, geological and archaeological hazards ahead of planned drilling activities. Fugro deployed a Hugin AUV from its survey vessel Fugro Brasilis.
    Crude oil production in the US federal Gulf of Mexico averaged 1.8 MMb/d in 2018, setting a new annual record, according to the Energy Information Administration.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Forum Subsea Technologies)
    The XLe Spirit is the smallest in a new range electric observation-class ROVs.
    Woodside Energy and Shell have both awarded TechnipFMC integrated engineering, procurement, construction, and installation contracts.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy SBM Offshore)
    The FPSO Liza Unity is under construction at the Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding and Offshore Co. shipyard in China.
    SBM Offshore has completed the project financing of the FPSO Liza Unity for a total of $1.14 billion.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Transocean)
    ConocoPhillips Skandinavia will drill its first well on a license in the western Norwegian North Sea, after receiving sanction from the Norwegian Petroleum Directorate. The semisubmersible Leiv Eiriksson will drill well 25/7-8 S, 15 km (9.3 mi) west of the Ringhorne field and 210 km (130 mi) west of Stavanger.
    OPITO says it is collaborating with drilling employers to develop an online assessment to reinforce the competency of roustabouts.
    Nov. 25, 2019
    (Courtesy Aker Solutions)
    South Korea aims to have 13 GW of offshore wind installed by 2030, and has set a target of at least 30% renewable energy by 2040.
    WindPower Korea, EDP Renewables, and Aker Solutions have formed a consortium with the ambition to develop an initial 500-MW floating wind farm offshore Ulsan, South Korea.
    Nov. 25, 2019
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    The latest personnel changes and company news for the offshore oil and gas industry.
    Nov. 25, 2019
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    The world outside is wireless. Your phone is wireless, car keys have almost ceased to be, and “fly by wire” is old hat. Why is the oilfield often reluctant to look beyond the ...
    Nov. 25, 2019