Jurong Shipyard has won a S$130 million ($93 million) order from Petrobras Netherlands for pre-conversion of a VLCC to the FPSO P62.
Offshore staff
SINGAPORE -- Jurong Shipyard has won a S$130 million ($93 million) order from Petrobras Netherlands for pre-conversion of a VLCC to the FPSO P62.
The scope of work involves renewal of the hull structure steel; fabrication and installation of new steel work; blasting and painting works; renovation, fabrication, and installation of piping; and refurbishment of accommodation. The vessel is due to be completed during 2Q 2011.
The FPSO P62 is part of the 4th Phase of the Roncador field development plan. It will be installed in around 1,600 m (5,249 ft) of water, and will be capable of processing more than 180,000 b/d of oil, injecting over 250,000 b/d of water, and producing 6 MMcm of gas, with an oil storage capacity of 1.6 MMbbl. It is designed to remain on station at the field for up to 25 years without the need for drydocking.
