Volume. 84, Issue 5, September/October 2024

Cover story: Offshore Rig Demand Surges, Yet New Orders Remain Elusive; Features Covering Remote Operations, Production Operations, Energy Transition and Offshore Wind; and the Safety Systems & PPE Special Report

Volume. 84, Issue 5, September/October 2024

Digital Edition

Energy ministers embrace the role of hydrocarbons in the energy transition

Oct. 1, 2024

Rigs

Offshore rig demand surges, yet new orders remain elusive

Sept. 30, 2024

Special Reports

2024 Offshore Safety Systems & PPE Special Report

Sept. 30, 2024

Offshore rigs semi and jackup at sundown

Vessels

Possibly one more merger left in the drilling rig market, analyst says

Sept. 23, 2024

With RVO technology, a central server is set up at a secure location. This server connects different construction yards to the main control room in Batam, Indonesia, through a reliable internet connection (4G/5G).

Production

Marjan project introduces smart technology for simultaneous yard pre-commissioning

Sept. 23, 2024

More content from Volume. 84, Issue 5, September/October 2024

Renewable Energy

Analysis: Brazil’s emerging offshore wind energy market offers opportunities

New Brazilian legislation aims to spur industry sector growth, says US Commercial Service official.

Sept. 22, 2024

The upgraded and modified Firenze FPSO, now the Baleine FPSO, is allowing Eni to produce from its deepwater Baleine field, deemed to be the largest hydrocarbon discovery in Côte d'Ivoire.

Production

North Sea offers options for reuse of platforms from decommissioned fields

But fiscal uncertainty is impacting project timing.

Sept. 18, 2024

Schematic illustration of the nominal vessel configuration and a photo of Ramform Hyperion acquiring the high-resolution CCS development survey for the Northern Endurance Partnership offshore UK. The configuration consisted of nine multi-sensor streamers with 50 m separation and a wide-tow quad source that was towed over the front end of the streamer spread. The resulting nominal acquisition bin size was 6.25 m x 6.25 m.

Geosciences

Geoscience giant in quest to become world’s leading subsurface data provider

Acquisitions strengthen oil and gas, and new energy capabilities.

Sept. 18, 2024

Composite coiled tubing hung-off at surface

Production

Composite coiled tubing technology delivers low-cost artificial lift solution

System has been successfully deployed on a 32-km subsea tieback in the deepwater Gulf.

Sept. 17, 2024

The University of Houston, various energy sector participants and the US NETL are working to repurpose existing offshore infrastructure for clean energy development.

Energy Transition

CO2 injection in federal waters may offer faster results, greater storage capacity

Vast majority of proposed CO2 projects on state lands/waters currently languishing due to regulatory delays.

Sept. 12, 2024

Business Briefs

Data Briefs

At-a-glance statistics and analysis of the offshore energy industry

Sept. 11, 2024

Equipment Engineering

Safety systems and PPE advancing in the offshore oil and gas industry

A compilation of the latest HSE technologies for offshore energy workers

Sept. 11, 2024

Business Briefs

The latest company news and personnel moves from the offshore industry

Sept. 10, 2024

Equipment Engineering

Global oil and gas PPE market set to grow to $9.5B by 2028

Rising investments in offshore oil and gas exploration is propelling the demand for offshore safety systems and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Sept. 10, 2024

Business Briefs

Safety skills, training and innovation will futureproof energy sector workforce

It is critical to equip tomorrow’s workforce for the challenges ahead.

Sept. 10, 2024

International Energy Club's 3D animators have created a comprehensive library of offshore oil and gas industry videos and graphics.

Equipment Engineering

Educational 3D animations replicate real-world offshore oil and gas scenarios

From fire safety protocols to offshore rescue operations, animations translate complex procedures into digestible, engaging content via simulations and interactive modules for...

Sept. 9, 2024

A worker walks along an offshore platform at Chevron's Anchor Field, a deepwater development with reservoir depths reaching 34,000 ft below the water surface.

Equipment Engineering

Ensuring safety in the next era of offshore energy projects

Advanced technologies like digitization, automation and AI are enhancing safety and efficiency in the Gulf of Mexico, which is evident in new deepwater and HP/HT projects, as ...

Sept. 9, 2024

Equipment Engineering

HSE software designed to prevent workplace injuries

The benefits of a robust HSE management system extend to every aspect of offshore operations.

Sept. 6, 2024

KBR played a key role in designing and delivering bp’s Azeri Central East (ACE) platform. Leveraging visualization and analysis tools, KBR's engineers constructed a unified 3D digital twin model replicating every feature of the platform in vivid detail. The first production well was spudded from the ACE platform in the Caspian Sea in December 2023.

Equipment Engineering

Digital engineering: How integrating technology with human expertise is unlocking new efficiencies

The smart use of digital and data is helping navigate the competing demands of affordability and risk.

Sept. 6, 2024

The DrillSIM:6000 is a training simulator that provides highly realistic and immersive training environments that accurately mimic offshore drilling operations.

Drilling & Completion

Bespoke drilling simulators assure operational safety

Advanced simulation training is revolutionizing well intervention in the offshore oil and gas industry.

Sept. 4, 2024

viAct’s AI systems continuously monitor workers for PPE compliance, detecting any deviations in real time.

Equipment Engineering

AI is advancing risk management in offshore oil and gas operations

Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to push boundaries in risk management, redefining safety standards and operational practices.

Sept. 3, 2024

Equinor’s Aasta Hansteen spar is the likely host for OMV’s Haydn/Monn gas discoveries.

Field Development

Global E&P Briefs

A compilation of the latest offshore exploration and production updates and projects from around the world

Sept. 2, 2024

US & Gulf of Mexico

Clear choices ahead for US energy policy in upcoming election

As the US navigates complex issues, the balance between energy security, economic growth, and environmental responsibility will be paramount.

Sept. 2, 2024