Total considering semi for Gotcha development
Offshore staff
HOUSTON -- Total USA E&P has contracted Exmar Offshore Co. to provide project management and engineering services for the semisubmersible pre-FEED study for the Gotcha development.
The field is in Alaminos Canyon block 856 in 2,438 m (8,000 ft) of water.
Exmar will be the main engineering contractor, and will coordinate the other contractors in the study. The company also will provide engineering and analysis for the proposed standalone semisubmersible floating production facility, based on its proprietary design, OPTI 6000.
Other companies in the study include Houston Offshore Engineering for riser analysis, Intec Engineering for subsea production systems and flow assurance, Mustang Engineering for topsides design, and Aker Marine Contractors for mooring installation
The study is scheduled for completion by the end of April.
01/12/2007