Sembcorp Marine bags contract to build Shell FPU in Gulf of Mexico

It will operate in the Alaminos Canyon Block 772 upon completion in 2022.

Sembcorp Marine has secured the contract to build a floating production unit (FPU) for Shell’s Whale field development in the Gulf of Mexico, according to a press release.

The Whale FPU is composed of a topside module and a four-column semi-submersible floating hull, with a combined weight of 25,000 tonnes. It will be integrated and commissioned on ground level at Sembcorp’s Tuas Boulevard Yard and will be attached to a 51-metre tall haul.

Expected to be completed in 2022, it will operate in the Alaminos Canyon Block 772.

The agreement foregoes Shell’s final investment decision for the full Whale project slated to be made next year, and arranges for the FPU to take advantage of synergies from the ongoing Vito FPU currently under construction also at Tuas Boulevard Yard.

Aside from the two FPUs, Sembcorp’s projects in the Gulf of Mexico include previous deliveries of eight semi-submersible drilling rigs and one semi-submersible hull.

The Whale FPU project is not expected to have a material impact on the net tangible assets and earnings per share of Sembcorp Marine for 2019.

Also Read

Institution of Engineers sets up new board to promote faster chartership registration

Hanwha raises offer to $0.67 to acquire full control of Dyna-Mac Holdings

Since you're here...

...there are many ways you can work with us to advertise your company and connect to your customers. Our team can help you dight and create an advertising campaign, in print and digital, on this website and in print magazine.

We can also organize a real life or digital event for you and find thought leader speakers as well as industry leaders, who could be your potential partners, to join the event. We also run some awards programmes which give you an opportunity to be recognized for your achievements during the year and you can join this as a participant or a sponsor.

Let us help you drive your business forward with a good partnership!

I want to download the media kit