Modec unveils new long-life FPSO designs
Japanese construction firm Modec has unveiled plans for two new models of floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessels - Noah and M350.
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Hurricane Energy achieves hook-up of FPSO at Lancaster field
After months of setbacks, Hurricane Energy has successfully hooked up its production vessel to its huge Lancaster field west of Shetland.
33 FPSOs to be sanctioned to 2021, predicts Rystad
A total of 33 floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessels will be sanctioned between now and 2021, according to a new analyst forecast.
North Sea players bring ‘rebound’ to FPSO market
North Sea work is helping bring the global FPSO market “back to life” according to a new report from Rystad Energy.
Innospection with Shell on £6.8m robotics project
Aberdeen-based Innospection has partnered with Shell on a £6.8 million scheme to develop robots to inspect tanks of floating production, storage and offloading vessels (FPSOs).
MTL makes senior appointment to improve FPSO inspection services
Kintore-based Marine Technical Limits have appointed a new Lead Naval Architect to expand their services.
Shell takes investment decision on North Sea Penguins area
Shell revealed today that it had taken a final investment decision (FID) on the redevelopment of the Penguins area in the UK North Sea.
Premier Oil’s Catcher FPSO arrives
The floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel for the Catcher field in the UK North Sea has arrived in the Cromarty Firth.
Premier Oil’s Catcher FPSO sets sail for North Sea
Premier Oil’s Catcher FPSO has commenced its maiden journey to the North Sea, it was today confirmed.
FPSO operated on behalf of Shell found with nearly 500 open maintenance reports North Sea field
A North Sea production vessel contracted on behalf of energy giant Shell was found to have a backlog of nearly 500 mechanical corrosion and defect reports during a recent safety inspection.
UPDATED: EnQuest streamlines, Kraken remains on track, BP acquisitions progressing
EnQuest made a marginal profit last year after streamlining its operations by reducing overheads and increasing production.
PSA warn “serious breaches” led to worker injuries on Goliat field
The Norwegian Petroleum Safety Authority (PSA) said “serious breaches” have been identified after an investigation in an accident involving a worker on the Goliat field.
Chevron could launch fresh tender for Rosebank FPSO
Oil major Chevron could launch a new tender for its Rosebank FPSO (Floating Production, Storage and Offloading) vessel after it terminated its order for with Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) last month.
Shell hit with notice for Knarr FPSO in North Sea
An audit carried out on Shell’s Knarr FPSO vessel have found a number of non-conformities.
Video: A drone’s eye view of the Glen Lyon FPSO
Incredible footage has emerged giving a drone's eye view of the Glen Lyon FPSO.
Ceremony held for Armada Olombendo FPSO
Eni has held a naming ceremony for its Armada Olombendo floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel in Singapore.
Tullow confirms insurance backing for damaged Jubilee turret
Tullow Oil said it has received confirmation from its insurers that they accept a recoverable claims for the Jubilee turret.
Teekay Offshore wins Glen Lyon contract
Teekay Offshore has been awarded new three-year shuttle tanker contracts of affreightment (CoA) with BP, Shell and OMV Group for the Glen Lyon FPSO.
Tullow Oil gets insurance cover for Jubilee field FPSO
Tullow Oil said it has received insurance cover for its floating, production, storage and offloading vessel (FPSO) Kwame Nkrumah.
Video: Shell’s Turitella – the world’s deepest oil and gas project
Oil major Shell has revealed fresh footage of the Turritella floating production, storage and offloading vessel after it achieved first oil at the Stones development in the US Gulf of Mexico.
Keppel on track to deliver North Sea Kraken FPSO
Keppel Offshore & Marine said it is on track to deliver a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) veseel to Armada Kraken.
Production halted on Alvheim FPSO after suspected gas leak
Production was stopped on a Det Norske FPSO (Floating, Production, Storage and Offloading) vessel after a suspected gas leak.
NOV and GE strike digital FPSO deal
National Oilwell Varco (NOV) and GE Oil & Gas have struck a deal to collaborate on digital solutions for Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessels.
Worker flown to hospital after incident on Goliat
A man has been flown to hospital in Norway after being injured on the Goliat oil platform.
In pictures: Glen Lyon sets sail to North Sea
The Glen Lyon FPSO is expected to arrive at its new home in waters offshore Shetland on Sunday.