Global Industries wins Ixtal field pipeline work

Oct. 14, 2008
Pemex has awarded Global Industries a $75 million contract for pipeline work in the Ixtal field in the Bay of Campeche.

Offshore staff

CARLYSS, Louisiana -- Pemex has awarded Global Industries a $75 million contract for pipeline work in the Ixtal field in the Bay of Campeche.

Global Industries' work is scheduled to begin in October and be completed by the end of January 2009. The company will useShawnee as the main operating vessel, with other additional support vessels assisting.

Over 12 km (7.5 mi) of 24-in. (61-cm) pipe will be laid by the company. The project also includes several pipeline crossings, risers, and expansion curves. Water depth at the project site is approximately 150 ft (46 m).

10/14/2008