Singapore, January 2, 2024 -- Seatrium Limited (Seatrium, or the Group), has been awarded a contract by Shell Offshore Inc. (Shell) to construct and integrate the hull, topsides and living quarters of the Sparta semi-submersible Floating Production Unit (FPU).
The contract includes the installation of Shell-furnished equipment and follows the Letter of Intent sealed by both parties on 28 August 2023. The Sparta FPU will be situated in the Garden Banks area of the US Gulf of Mexico, approximately 275 kilometres (171 miles) off the coast of Louisiana. It will feature a single topside bolstered by a four-column, semi-submersible floating hull and is designed to produce 90,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d).
Seatrium, a leading global provider of engineering solutions to the marine, offshore and energy sectors, is known for its industry-leading approach in assembling topsides safely and efficiently at ground level, which minimises work-at-height risks for workers. The two-level topside for Sparta will be integrated and lifted to the hull using Seatrium’s game-changing Goliath twin cranes capable of lifting up to 30,000 tonnes.
Mr William Gu, Executive Vice President and Head of Oil & Gas International of Seatrium, said, “We are deeply honoured that Shell has awarded Sparta, the third FPU newbuild, to Seatrium, following the successful deliveries of the Vito and Whale FPUs. It is a strong affirmation of our team’s capabilities and the long-standing partnership between both parties. We are fully committed to executing the project well, including the single lift operation and fabrication of the FPU to meet its 20,000-psi design for use in harsh weather conditions, and delivering the unit to Shell safely and efficiently.”
In brief
Seatrium says it has received a Shell Offshore contract to build and integrate the hull, topsides and living quarters for the Sparta semi-submersible floating production unit in the US Gulf of Mexico. The work also covers installing equipment supplied by Shell and follows a letter of intent signed in August 2023. The unit is planned for the Garden Banks area, about 275 kilometres off Louisiana, and is designed for output of 90,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day. Seatrium says the two-level topside will be joined to the hull in a single lift using its Goliath twin cranes. The company describes Sparta as a repeatable project following its Vito and Whale FPU builds. Seatrium executive William Gu said the company is committed to completing the work safely and meeting the unit’s design requirements.
Key takeaways
- Shell awarded Seatrium the contract for construction and integration of the Sparta FPU.
- The project is planned for the Garden Banks area of the US Gulf of Mexico.
- The FPU is designed to produce 90,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day.
- Seatrium says its Goliath twin cranes will lift the two-level topside onto the hull.
- The contract includes installation of equipment furnished by Shell.
The Sparta FPU is conceived as a replicable project between Shell and Seatrium to leverage the Group’s topsides single lift integration methodology, following the Vito and Whale newbuilds, and benefitting from operational synergies. With an extensive experience in complex offshore projects, Seatrium is well-positioned and equipped with cutting-edge technology to deliver high-quality engineering, procurement, installation and commissioning (EPIC) services for fixed and floating production platforms and subsea developments.
Sparta Development provided by Shell Offshore Inc
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About Seatrium Limited
Seatrium Limited (formerly Sembcorp Marine Ltd and renamed as Seatrium Limited following its combination with Keppel Offshore & Marine Limited) provides innovative engineering solutions to the global offshore, marine and energy industries. Headquartered in Singapore, the Group has over 60 years of track record in the design and construction of rigs, floaters, offshore platforms and specialised vessels, as well as in the repair, upgrading and conversion of different ship types.
The Group’s key business segments include Oil & Gas Newbuilds and Conversions, Renewables and New Energies, Specialised Shipbuilding, and Repairs & Upgrades, with a growing focus on sustainable solutions to advance the global energy transition and maritime decarbonisation.
As a premier global player offering offshore renewables, new energy, and cleaner offshore & marine solutions, Seatrium is committed to delivering high standards of safety, quality, and performance to its customers which include major energy companies, vessel owners and operators, shipping companies and cruise and ferry operators.
Seatrium operates shipyards and other facilities in Singapore, Brazil, China, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States.
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At a glance
- Company
- Seatrium Limited
- Announcement
- Award
- Location
- Singapore
Key figures
- Designed production capacity
- 90,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d)
- Distance from Louisiana coast
- approximately 275 kilometres (171 miles)
- Goliath twin crane lifting capacity
- up to 30,000 tonnes
- FPU design pressure
- 20,000-psi
People
- William GuExecutive Vice President and Head of Oil & Gas International
Products and programs
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