SOS SUBSEA & OFFSHORE SERVICE MAGAZINE
July 2015 Issue
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T R E L L E B O R G S E A L I N G S O LU T I O N S
Welcome to the July issue of Subsea & Offshore Service
Magazine, the journal for the subsea, offshore and renewables markets.
Contents
In this issue we are covering a huge variety of topics, from Subsea Engineering, Seals & Gaskets, Cables, Glands & Connectors, Exploration & Production and our ongoing focus on the Hazardous Area market. We open our July issue with Mark Guest, International Managing Director of Rigzone, who gives us his view about ongoing uncertainties in the oil and gas industry and how it is affecting the recruitment plans of companies that operate in this sector. From page 20, we begin our focus on Offshore Europe 2015 and take a look at how the event’s choice of theme will inspire the next generation and empower the industry to address both the technical and people challenges facing the oil and gas market today. Within this month’s focus on Exploration and Production, NCIMB explain how their MARA and LumiMARA toxicity tests help companies comply with OSPAR regulations. On page 32, our Seals & Gaskets feature is headlined by Trelleborg Sealing Solutions who working with Proserv to meet the challenge of rapid gas decompression. On page 36, within Cables, Glands & Connectors, Elmeridge Cables Ltd include an article which explains how their simple and effective solution provides early warning of any excessive wear and tear against abrasion before it progresses to a cable failure. Finally, from page 40 we review the latest news and product innovations associated with the Hazardous Area market. There is interesting article here written by Gareth Bruce, Marketing Manager of Abtech Ltd who explains how their Gamma LED luminaire significantly reduces glare and visual discomfort for people that operate in hazardous area environments. If you have any news, insights or product launches that you would like to share with our readers, please send me an email to: editor@sosmagazine.biz for consideration in our August issue.
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Changing outlook for recruitment Torque experts launch EnerQuip
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Atlas Knowledge secures INPEX contract for major Australian project
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Modus orders first Seaeye Sabertooth hybrid AUV/ ROV from Saab
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Elmeridge Cables innovates an early warning system
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TECDOS Omega Drive for maritime horizontal and vertical drive applications
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Industry Viewpoint
Changing outlook for recruitment Written by Mark Guest, International Managing Director of Rigzone. It is fair to say that it has been a dark time for the North Sea oil and gas industry in recent months, with job losses, project delays and cancellations dominating the headlines as the industry comes to terms with the impact of the consistently low price of oil.
All current indications are that oil and gas companies are continuing to scale back recruitment activity for the immediate future on a worldwide basis and in some cases halt it completely due to ongoing market uncertainty. Indeed, given the continued volatility of the market, new research conducted by Rigzone has shown that a majority (65%) of oil and gas companies have decreased their hiring plans for the next six months as a result of the market environment.
Confidence appears to remain shaky for oil and gas companies, with a majority (54%) of global hiring managers surveyed indicating they believe layoffs are more likely in the next six months. Drilling activity has been quiet and there has been a general slowing of contracting both in the North Sea and internationally in the first six months of the year, with a drop in utilisation and day rates compounded by reduced contract timeframes in some instances. The oil and gas industry is not entirely doom and gloom, however. Eleven percent of global hiring managers say that present market conditions actually caused them to increase their plans over this same timeframe. A number of companies appear to be keen to keep their profile high in the media and business community, which suggests that they want to be well-positioned to capitalise on recruitment opportunities when the time is right. While we have yet to see this reflected in the number of jobs available, potential employers are certainly very active in searching CVs, suggesting that they are beginning to ready themselves for activity in 2016. Looking ahead, there are a number of projects expected to ramp up next year that would seemingly support this activity. We are also seeing a lot of surveys of rig availability for work starting in late 2016 and into 2017. We also have to remember that, while the North Sea is in the grip of challenging times, the oil and gas industry is truly global so, for those willing to venture further afield, career opportunities do still exist in the global marketplace.
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So what does this mean for our future here in the North Sea?
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The oil and gas market continues to experience volatility and, as a result, companies are remaining extra cautious in their hiring decisions. It’s still far too early to be talking about green shoots of recovery; however, the timeframe for the first signs of their presence may just be a bit more defined than it has been to date.
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News In Brief
News In Brief.... Mike Fraser named winner in the 2015 CHeRries Award!
Repsol, Canacol’s offshore Colombia seismic data stolen
AVEVA acquires FabTrol Systems Inc
Peterson, the international energy industry’s logistics provider, is celebrating after group head of HR, Mike Fraser, was named winner in the Outstanding HR Director category at the 2015 CHeRries Awards in June.
Untapped offshore deposits are so
AVEVA recently announced that it has agreed to acquire FabTrol Systems, Inc. (“FabTrol”) from the Dowco Group of Companies (“Dowco”). The acquisition completed in June.
Mr Fraser, who has more than 35 years’ experience as a HR practitioner was recognised for his consistent outstanding contribution to the firm’s business strategy, since joining in 2012. He was commended for implementing a collaborative culture at Peterson, encouraging greater team work internationally and significantly improving overall performance. On his success, Mr Fraser said: “To be presented with this accolade from my industry peer group is hugely humbling and is without a doubt a career highlight. This award isn’t just for me, it is for all the people who I have learned from, and worked with, particularly the team at Peterson. “I hope that my success will be an inspiration for those within Peterson and the wider HR industry.” The CHeRries Awards celebrates success and examples of excellence in HR, recruitment and training and 2015 marks the 8th year for the glittering evening ceremony.
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This is the first CHeRries Award for Peterson, which was established almost 100 years ago and has expanded to employ 3,100 people globally with a major integrated base in Aberdeen.
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important to Colombia’s flagging oil
industry that some people aren’t waiting for the release of exploration results.
Thieves made off with discs containing
copies of seismic data belonging to Repsol SA and Canacol Energy Ltd., Mines and
Energy Minister Tomas Gonzalez said this week.
The incident comes as state-controlled
Ecopetrol SA shifts its exploration focus
to fields off the Caribbean coast following onshore drilling failures that have
contributed to stagnating output after several years of growth.
Ecopetrol’s strategy will be to partner
with offshore experts, Vice President Max Torres said in a May 26 conference call.
Tendeka invests in a fully bespoke US completions, manufacturing & operations facility to support global growth Tendeka, the provider of completions systems and services to the upstream oil and gas industry, has bolstered its US presence in a strategic move which sees the company open a global completions, manufacturing and operations facility. The new site, based in Fort Worth, Texas provides Tendeka with a modern, bespoke, fully equipped facility encompassing a 14,000 sq ft workshop and an additional yard space totalling 2.5 acres. The facility will manufacture a range of completions equipment including liner hangers, fracturing technologies and packers while providing an operations base for completions, monitoring solutions and downhole tool assembly for the North American market.
FabTrol is a software business, headquartered in Eugene, Oregon with operations in North America and the United Kingdom, providing fabrication management software to the steel fabrication industry. The combination of the FabTrol software together with AVEVA Everything3D™, which is already integrated with AVEVA Bocad™ structural steel detailing software, creates a powerful design, detailing and fabrication solution. The FabTrol software expands AVEVA’s fabrication portfolio and provides integration across the steel fabrication value chain. At the centre of the FabTrol software is a highly versatile estimating, material management and production control solution designed to automate and integrate key operations for steel fabrication companies. The benefits of the FabTrol software include faster bid preparation, more accurate and consistent estimating, reduced material and labour costs and improved end-product quality. Richard Longdon, CEO, AVEVA, commenting on the acquisition, said, ‘In 2012, AVEVA acquired the industry’s most technically advanced steel detailing solution, Bocad. FabTrol is an obvious extension to our portfolio, positioning AVEVA to offer an end-to-end solution for steel design, detailing and fabrication. This latest acquisition is a positive step to enable us to significantly grow our footprint in the strategic fabrication market.’
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Prospector Offshore Drilling SA will sell two heavy-duty, harsh-environment jackups, Prospector 1 and Prospector 5, to subsidiaries of SinoEnergy. Wholly owned subsidiaries of Paragon Offshore Plc entered into a $300 million sale-leaseback financing facility with subsidiaries of SinoEnergy, Paragon said on June 4. The subsidiaries were acquired during Paragon’s absorption of Prospector Offshore Drilling SA. SinoEnergy is a private investment firm registered in the British Virgin Islands, Paragon said. Prospector will enter into a five-year bareboat rental charter for the jackups. Prospector 1’s bareboat charter fee is $71,000 per day through November 2016. Then it will become $42,000 per day. Prospector 1 is under firm contract until mid-September 2016, the company said. Prospector 5’s bareboat charter fee is $71,000 per day through February 2018. Then it will also become $42,000 per day. Prospector 5 is under firm contract until mid-November 2017. Prospector will receive about $292 million in net proceeds from the sale-leaseback, Paragon said. The facilities are expected to fund by early third-quarter 2015. Funding is subject to customary conditions. Standard-spec offshore drilling unit provider Paragon Offshore Plc is based in Houston.
Penspen expands Middle East pffering with three new senior appointments and a new office in Basra Ahmed Al-Dadah and Na’el Barghouthi have this month joined the company from other engineering providers, whilst Michael Simm, EVP of Engineering and Project Management, has been newly appointed to the role of Regional Director for Penspen’s Middle East business. A new Iraq office, located in Basra will expand Penspen’s geographical reach and become the fourth location in the region joining Abu Dhabi, Doha and Khafji. Peter O’Sullivan, Chief Executive of Penspen said: “This is an exciting time for Penspen as we continue our substantial growth in the Middle East. I am confident Michael, Na’el and Ahmed will play a key role in strengthening our 300-strong team in the region. Their industry expertise and leadership skills will drive our strategic objectives to grow our engineering, project management, field development and asset integrity businesses.”
Diehl Metering choses Adeunis RF Gateways The Diehl group, one of the largest meter manufacturers in Europe, via its Diehl Metering France division, has chosen Adeunis RF Wireless M-Bus-GPRS Gateways for its remote reading infrastructure. Adeunis RF, a wireless data transmission specialist, has a very wide range of catalogue ready-to-use AMR products. All these products are compatible and interoperable with standard market products using the Wireless M-Bus protocol. This is why Diehl Metering France chose Adeunis RF Gateways. Diehl’s meters broadcast radio frames complying with the Wireless M-Bus standard. These frames are captured by the Adeunis RF Gateways and rebroadcast to a remote server via GPRS.
Bibby HydroMap are the first in the UK to adopt QPS Qimera Bibby HydroMap are pleased to announce that they are the first survey company to integrate the new bathymetry processing application from QPS, Qimera, into their Management System.
News In Brief
Prospector Offshore will sell harsh-environment jackups
Bibby HydroMap used the beta and prerelease testing periods to not only test and ensure that Qimera was operating the way they wanted, but also to update their procedures so that they were ready to implement the software on its launch. Working with a range of clients from industries including oil and gas, offshore renewables and subsea cables, Bibby HydroMap specialises in highresolution hydrographic and geophysical survey, geotechnical sampling and ROV inspection. The increasing scale of the projects the company is involved with has led to a significant growth in the volumes of data handled in their head office, Bromborough, Wirral. Using Qimera, Bibby HydroMap will optimise efficiency and accuracy in data processing, which will enhance the service they offer to clients. As a long-term QPS customer, the company is delighted to be among the first globally to adopt the new Qimera system. Richard Hill, Sales Manager at QPS commented that “Bibby HydroMap use all the QPS products in their workflow and with Qimera this will make their data processing more rapid, accurate and enhanced. Bibby HydroMap are one of the top survey companies, operating at the leading edge when it comes to performance and innovation. To that end they require their software and workflows to be the world leading and with Qimera, together with QINSy and Fledermaus that is what they have.” www.sosmagazine.biz
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Industry News
Motivated trainees first to complete apprenticeship Investing in the younger generation is integral not only to business growth, but also to filling the skills shortage that manifests today. There is an increasing responsibility for all companies to invest in their people, and subsequently in the future of their respective industries. Leading North East marine equipment specialist, Motive Offshore, has played a significant part in supporting the industry, creating a four-year apprenticeship programme that combines both practical paid work with college training. Just this month, the marine equipment specialist had its first two trainees complete their apprentice programmes, both becoming fully-qualified engineering machinists. Riccardo Pegler, 20 and Adam Gordon, 22 have spent the last four years juggling college whilst learning about, and operating, various heavy duty equipment in the firm’s machine workshop at Boyndie. Adam Gordon, one of Motive Offshore’s newly qualified machinists, said: “I have really enjoyed learning on the job during my apprentice programme and found transferring what I have learned at college into the workplace highly beneficial. Our team at Motive Offshore provide a positive working environment which is vital to the learning process and my colleagues are always willing to help out when needed.
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“I think it’s really good that companies like Motive Offshore are providing apprenticeship schemes. Learning on the job is a quick and effective way to gain the industry experience needed to work your way up the career ladder. I would say to anyone thinking about undertaking an apprentice scheme to just go for it and stick to it – it’s all worth it in the end.”
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Riccardo Pegler added: “I have learned a lot of new skills at Motive Offshore, both in college and in the workshop. Using these skills, as well as building on what I already know, has enabled me to become one of Motive’s first fully-qualified craft engineers which is a great achievement for me in my career.” James Gregg, Motive Offshore’s CEO, and Dave Acton, COO, both started their careers as apprentices and have continued to support the younger workforce by developing strong links with North East Scotland College, ITCA, Skills Development Scotland and local secondary schools. Since opening its intake for more apprentices in February 2015, Motive Offshore has received an overwhelming volume of applications for only six modern apprenticeship positions. The firm currently has 23 apprentices. Each apprentice will be given the opportunity to gain experience within all engineering departments including the machine shop, hydraulics, fitting, fabrication/welding and the firm’s rental fleet.
“It is important for us as a company, committed to people development, to have a strong commitment to providing apprenticeships, not only to grow as a business but also to invest in the future of our industry. Since James and I both started our careers as apprentices, we know first hand the benefits these programmes can bring.Both Adam and Riccardo have worked extremely hard during the time they have been with us and are perfect examples of the kind of talent we aim to nurture within our company. We are looking forward to welcoming more trainees into our apprentice programme this summer.”
Dave Acton, COO.
Decommissioning contract win for NorSea Group (UK)
Work has already begun on the six month project which is being carried out at NorSea Group’s Peterhead facility on behalf of Endeavour Energy and involves safe disposal of subsea manifolds and associated pipework from the Renee and Rubie fields. All materials from the fields, which lie 200km North East of Aberdeen, are being delivered to Smith Quay which is operated by NorSea Group. An important element of the £0.5million contract was the requirement that reuse of returned material be maximised and NorSea Group will achieve a 100% recycling rate. The returned material includes 1,000 tonnes of concrete mattresses which will be used as hard core and in road construction projects; 200tonnes of pipework and skid units which will be recycled as scrap metal; manifold valves which will be refurbished and reused and a 17 tonne crossover manifold which will be transported to the Underwater Centre at Fort William where it will be used for diver training.
industry but as part of our future growth strategy we are developing our decommissioning capability. In the current economic climate we anticipate that many more decommissioning projects will be coming forward and we are already involved in tendering for additional contracts in this area. In addition to Peterhead we have facilities at South Quay, Montrose capable of carrying out similar types of small piece decommissioning work, so we see great potential for servicing additional contracts there.”
Industry News
NorSea Group (UK) Limited has won North East Scotland’s first major “small piece” decommissioning contract.
Walter Robertson, MD of NorSea Group (UK).
Operations Director Mike Munro, who is overseeing the work, said Smith Quay and Embankment, was constructed by Peterhead Port Authority to service the DSV and Subsea vessel market and is ideally located to service the northern and central North Sea.
The work will initially create up to six new jobs.
“This is our first decommissioning win and the first such project to be carried out in the Northeast.We are primarily known as a logistics and base services company servicing the offshore
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UTEC NCS Survey completes West African AUV operations UTEC NCS Survey, an Acteon company, has recently completed three months of AUV operations for a number of Saipem projects located in West Africa. UTEC NCS performed pre-lay and as-laid surveys using their Gavia AUV systems on the Mafumeira and Litchendjili fields, offshore Angola and Congo. Using one of seven GAVIA AUVs, an anchor pre-lay side scan sonar survey was carried out in the Mafumeira field to clear the way for barge operations alongside the Mafumeira Norte Platform. The versatility of working inside the 500m zone of the platform without affecting the platform operations was of particular value for this project.
Pipeline route and barge anchor corridor pre-lay surveys were carried out in Litchendjili in water depths of 3m to 12m utilising the GAVIA’s multibeam and side scan sonar. The GAVIA was re-deployed to carry out post lay operations along the pipeline corridor to inspect for free spans and other anomalies.
“UTEC NCS Survey is delighted to have been awarded these significant contracts by Saipem. Our AUV team showcased our capabilities in West Africa and we look forward to developing our relationship with Saipem on future projects.” Chris Erni, Product Line Manager at UTEC NCS.
Advanced tank lining brings new benefits An advanced tank lining protection system is set to bring new benefits to the oil and gas industry in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Dealing with deeper depths and non-conventional sources of hydrocarbon is pushing process temperatures and pressures higher, requiring specialist coatings and linings.”
Nova-Plate 325 is an amine cured, glass and ceramic filled novolac epoxy tank lining from Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings. It has been designed to protect steel storage tanks and vessels interiors from crude, refined products, chemicals and process water, including high temperature and high pressure service.
Nova-Plate 325 is already an award-winning product in the US, and was named the Steel Tank Institute 2013 Affiliate New Product of the Year.
Conventional lining systems struggle to withstand crude and process water at higher temperatures and pressures, like the ones faced when extracting oil from deeper depths or processes working at elevated temperatures. Facing 150°C crude oil at elevated pressures or 99°C produced water is becoming more common, and conventional linings cannot cope with the challenges. Nova-Plate 325, which has already made inroads into the North American market since being launched in that region, offers benefits to the customer include coping with 150ºC crude and 99ºC process water.
“A single solution for storage is becoming required whether dealing with crude oil at ambient temperature or more complex refined, chemical cargos at higher temperatures. It is also clear that the ability to be applied in a single coat and for the tank to be in service within 48 hours or less is crucial, with the industry pushing for ultra-high solid linings. We believe we have met these challenges and that we’re offering something new. We look forward to bringing the system to the EMEA market.” Lee Spoor, Project Development Manager
Oil & Gas, Sherwin-Williams.
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The system also offers a quick return to service within 24 hours and high film-build, meaning it can be applied in a single coat. This brings further application benefits when compared with the scenario faced when using conventional multi-coat tank linings that can also be slow curing.
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Expected uses include storage tanks, vessels and piping, for crude, refined products, chemical or process water handling or secondary containment, with key industries served including the oil and gas and mining sectors. Joao Azevedo, Oil & Gas Market Director (EMEA region) for Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Coatings, said: “At Sherwin-Williams we are in constant dialogue with customers in the oil and gas sector to ensure we are helping them meet the challenges faced by the industry.
Joao Azevedo
Redefining flow control
Based at the organisation’s UK headquarters, Mr Conroy will be developing this new role to lead changes to the technical aspects of IWCF’s services, including exam quality, programme development, curriculum and training. Mr Conroy has 20 years’ experience in the international oil and gas industry. He will join IWCF in July from Schlumberger where he has held a variety of positions for over 10 years’, latterly serving as Drilling & Drilling Engineering Director of Curriculum in Dubai. Mr Conroy holds a PhD in Geology from The Queen’s University of Belfast, which initially led him to roles in geological surveying. Since joining the oil and gas
industry in Aberdeen, he has worked in a variety of positions in Norway, Oman and Houston. IWCF has recently invested in new facilities at its headquarters in Montrose, UK to improve training for well control assessors and instructors who address drilling operations and well intervention activities. The organisation is actively recruiting for new members, anyone who is interested in having a say in well control safety should visit www.iwcf.org for more information.
“During these challenging times within the oil and gas industry, I am very much looking forward to working within IWCF. I anticipate that we will continue to make significant changes in what we teach within the well control curricula, including rotary and intervention, as we continue to adopt and implement the recommendations from OGP.
In tomorrow’s world, I believe we should be more globally adaptive, seeking new learning environments in teaching to assure increased competency. My passion is to further assist adults in actively developing their required skill levels for progressive career development, which is so crucial to the industry. Finally, assisting IWCF to update the tools we use to assess personnel competencies at all levels will be a critical function for me in this new role.”
Industry News
The International Well Control Forum (IWCF), the independent organisation that sets international well control standards, has appointed David Conroy as its first Chief Technical Officer.
David Conroy, IWCF Chief Technical Officer.
Multi-million investment for NE firm following planning approval A North-East storage and inspection company is set to make an investment of up to £10 million to develop its site at Peterhead. Independent Oilfield Services (IOS) has secured planning permission to develop a further 30 acres of its 80 acre supply base at the former Longside airfield, near Peterhead, to create secure warehouse facilities for the oil and gas and renewables industry.
Current services provided from the site, which is just four miles from
The firm is currently in discussions with a construction firm and work on the warehouse facilities is set to commence in the third quarter of 2015 with completion estimated for the second quarter of 2016.
“Securing planning permission for the redevelopment of the vast storage and inspection facility at Peterhead is an excellent opportunity for the business, local area and industry. We feel there is sufficient demand for both Internal and External storage facilities in the Peterhead Area to compliment the excellent and growing port facilities. The planning permission which has been granted will allow
us to increase the services we can offer both current and potential clients with not only storage but also additional complimentary tubular services, as we look to offer more cost effective solutions in this difficult market.”
Symon Wadsworth, Finance Director for IOS.
With plans to expand the independent business and further enhance its offering, IOS is set to create a number of local job opportunities in the coming months.
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The firm, which also has an office in Aberdeen’s Golden Square, currently utilises 30 acres of the site for pipe storage and inspection services. The planning permission granted by Aberdeenshire Council this week has given the green light for one 60,000 sq ft warehouse and a further two 30,000sq ft warehouses, including office accommodation, car parking for around 60 vehicles and yard space.
Peterhead Port, include external storage, OCTG inspection, drillpipe inspection, offshore inspection, equipment rental, transportation and tubular management. The multi million pound development will add secure warehousing to the facility to meet customer demand.
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N-Sea announces strategic expansion to Norwich Subsea IMR provider, N-Sea Offshore Ltd has moved into new, Norwich-based premises as business continues to grow.
of our commitment to ensuring we continue to provide the very best service to our clients who are based, or plan to establish a presence in the area.”
An integral part of its growth strategy, the premises signify further expansion for N-Sea and will support the company’s increased activity in the oil and gas and renewable market in the Southern North Sea area.
N-Sea is known for its innovative work as an independent offshore subsea contractor, specialising in IMR services for the renewable, oil and gas and telecom/utility industries, as well as for civil contracting communities. N-Sea provides near shore, offshore and survey services to major operators and service companies alike.
Offshore renewable activity currently accounts for almost 30% of N-Sea’s business, through its bases in Aberdeen and Zierikzee, The Netherlands. The new office facility at Dragonfly House, Norwich will serve to maintain and grow this market, supported by the appointment of Business Development Manager, Gary Thirkettle. Explaining the strategic relevance of the expansion to East Anglia, N-Sea’s Chief Operating Officer, Roddy James said: “Our investment in the Norwich office is a succinct illustration
“We are delighted to welcome Gary to the company. With nearly 30 years’ experience in the offshore survey sector, he is ideally qualified to lead N-Sea within the oil and gas and renewable energy markets, building upon N-Sea’s excellent reputation as we continue to deliver effective and cost efficient solutions to our clients.” Roddy James.
Protea launch two lightweight heavy lift cranes at Nor-Shipping Protea, a global manufacturer of offshore handling equipment, launched not one, but two types of game changing heavy lift cranes at Nor-Shipping 2015. Both cranes, by a combination of efficient, innovative design and the use of ultra-high grade steel in their construction, set new standards in lifting performance and structural efficiency. The two new crane types are the latest additions to the successful Proteus® crane family.
Heavy lift floating crane
The first is a 1600mT SWL floating crane targeted at the offshore wind market for the installation of offshore wind turbines. It provides a high capacity lifting capability at both short and long outreaches over a large radius, a key feature for offshore wind farm operations.
Heavy lift cargo crane
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The second is a 450mT SWL versatile cargo lift crane that can be used for handling both shipping containers and bulky items of hardware. Typically supplied as a working pair and designed to allow safe tandem lifts, the saving in crane weight translates directly to an increase in cargo capacity for the cargo vessel.
In another innovation, both cranes can be supplied with a fully electric drive system with locally mounted permanent magnet synchronous motors to provide efficient and precise operation of all crane functions. The cranes will be manufactured at Protea’s industry leading production facility in Kluczbork allowing the high quality equipment to be supplied on a cost effective basis.
“The target of any marine crane design is to provide high lifting performance whilst minimising overall weight. Over the past three years we have been developing the technology and construction methodology to allow a step change in the structural efficiency of heavy lift cranes, We are now able to deliver high performance heavy lift cranes that comply with the relevant Class requirements but with a weight saving in the order of 40% in comparison to existing cranes of a similar capacity.” Tomasz Paszkiewicz,
Protea’s CEO.
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Torque experts launch EnerQuip Engineering to Forum Energy Technologies (FET) nearly four years ago. One of his key responsibilities will be the design of the new torque machine.
The business, which is to make an initial investment commitment of £6m, has been established to provide torque machines and associated services to the drilling and downhole tools sectors.
Managing Director Dave Clark, a former AMC Senior Manager, and Technical Director John Duncan, a former AMC Director, have joined Andrew to launch EnerQuip.
Initially located in Tullos, EnerQuip plans to move to a larger facility in the NorthEast in early 2016 to support anticipated growth.
The three founding members of the new business together have more than 50 years’ oil and gas experience, and over 35 years specifically in the torque and associated products arena.
In addition, it has already acquired a large workshop, yard and office facility in Lybster, Caithness, to host fabrication and repair activities. Beyond its core specialism, the maintenance and upgrading of torque machines, the company plans to launch a new generation torque machine, for the assembly and dismantling of downhole tools, by the first half of 2016. The business has been formed by three former senior personnel of torque business AMC Engineering. The Chairman/Engineering Director of EnerQuip, Andrew Polson, sold AMC
The business expects to recruit an additional three people by the end of July, with a further 10 posts being created in Aberdeen and Lybster by the end of the year. EnerQuip’s key products include a range of bucking units and fully rotational makeup and breakout torque machines and associated products, such as jar testers, containerised workshops and pipe handling systems. The company’s services include torque machine servicing and upgrades, jar tester repair and maintenance, equipment design and manufacture, calibration and
software support. It also provides training and consultancy services. Additionally, the business stocks spares as part of its 24/7 service support, including dies, inserts, hydraulic cylinders, filters, hydraulic motors, hoses and fittings.
“The new business provides us with a platform to offer a unique service package that harnesses our extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of our specialist sector.
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EnerQuip, a new oil and gas services business being launched in Aberdeen, is expected to create 16 jobs.
We’re equipped to support the international activities of industry contractors, and to do so quickly, reliably and efficiently. More than that, we’re tapping into that mix of experience and expertise to develop an improved torque machine that will add a new dimension to our offering. It’s an ambitious programme, but it’s achievable because of inherent capabilities and we look forward to taking it to the market.”
Dave Clark, Managing Director of EnerQuip.
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Wood Group appointed as DECC technical advisor for carbon capture and storage Wood Group Kenny (WGK) will provide technical advisory services for carbon capture and storage (CCS) policies, as well as potential projects across the UK, as part of a framework agreement with the Department of Energy & Climate Change (DECC). The four year agreement will see WGK support DECC to ensure UK CCS energy policies are underpinned by robust technical evidence and provide independent advice on the technical understanding and review of CCS developments. WGK’s previous experience in CCS includes the Peterhead Carbon Capture and Storage project being developed by Shell and Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE).
In 2014, WGK was awarded the front end engineering design (FEED) for the subsea and pipeline element of the Peterhead CCS project in Aberdeenshire. It is the world’s first full-chain CCS project on a gas-fired power station, being developed by Shell, with strategic support from Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE).
“This contract award demonstrates how we apply our extensive engineering expertise to diverse markets. Utilising our knowledge in CO2 and CCS projects, we are positioned at the forefront of this sector and look forward to supporting DECC in this field.” Bob MacDonald, CEO of Wood Group Kenny.
WGK has been appointed by DECC as one of six technical specialists. Under the technical specialist framework, engineering experts will be provided from across Wood Group specialities as required. Specific areas of consideration within the scope of technical insight and design review will include: carbon capture, transport and storage; power generation solutions and novel technology, process and materials for CCS projects.
First Damen Twin Axe order for offshore oil & gas To develop its large fleet, Groen Offshore, Guard & Support has selected the first Damen Twin Axe Fast Crew Supplier 2610 to be customised with Offshore Oil & Gas standby capabilities.
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The Netherlands based company will deploy the new vessel on long-term charter for a major E&P operator in the Danish part of the North Sea, following quick delivery this summer from Damen Maaskant Shipyards Stellendam.
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On 13th May, Henk Groen, Director of Groen Offshore, Guard & Support (in Dutch known as Rederij Groen), signed the contract for the new FCS 2610 with Frits van Dongen, Director of Damen Maaskant Shipyards Stellendam, the Damen yard in the Netherlands that will finish the vessel from stock.
The FCS 2610 is the first Damen Twin Axe Fast Crew Supplier in Groen Offshore, Guard & Support’s modern fleet of 27 vessels and 37 charter vessels.
New twist to Twin Axe success story
Damen has built more than 40 vessels from the highly successful Damen Twin Axe FCS 2610 design. Thanks to its proven seakeeping performance in demanding North Sea conditions, the popular workboat is already a mainstay of Europe’s Offshore Wind construction and maintenance sector. The order for the first FCS 2610 customised for Offshore Oil & Gas highlights the design’s multipurpose functionality as well as Damen’s ability to quickly tailor the built-from-stock vessels to client specifications.
Groen Offshore, Guard & Support, with more than 40 years of experience in Offshore Oil & Gas, specified a number of plug and play features including a davit for a fast rescue craft on the fore deck, a 10-foot offshore container outfitted as a hospital/office, a multipurpose deck crane and Dacon Rescue Scoop. The vessel also meets the highest safety standards specified by Groen Offshore, Guard & Support.
“The Twin Axe Fast Crew Suppliers stand out for their speed, maximum seaworthiness, excellent fuel economy and high stability,” a spokesperson for Groen Offshore, Guard & Support stated. “That means they can also be deployed in harsher weather conditions.”
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Inspiring the next generation SPE Offshore Europe 2015’s choice of theme, inspiring the next generation, empowers the industry to address both the technical and people challenges facing the oil and gas business today. Despite the current tough market conditions, oil and gas will remain indispensable to the world for securing heat, light, mobility and prosperity for many decades to come. Over the four days of this free-to-attend event, which runs from 8-11 September in Aberdeen, SPE Offshore Europe 2015 will include a series of keynote sessions, technical sessions, topical lunches and breakfast briefings. Alongside the conference, visitors will have the opportunity to view the latest technology, product and service exhibits from the global industry. And, for the first time, the event will feature a series of workshops and meetings to connect entrepreneurs and investors. The keynote programme will focus on the basic challenge of meeting energy demand while balancing concerns over climate change, security of supply and consumer affordability. Topics to be addressed include: health; the safety and security of people and assets; well intervention; financing investments; oil spill response; and inspiring the next generation to join the industry. Michael Engell-Jensen, Keynote Chair of SPE Offshore Europe 2015 and Executive Director of the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers, comments: “Our licence to operate ultimately depends on addressing society’s concerns about the industry’s operations and the hydrocarbons on which the world relies. Our activities must be regarded as both acceptable and useful.”
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The development of technology to access resources from increasingly challenging locations and reservoirs is also
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Michael Engell-Jensen fundamental to the future of the industry and forms another strand of the event’s focus on inspiring the next generation. More than 75 technical papers will be presented over the four days, including topics such as asset and well integrity, maximising economic recovery, smarter field development, pipelines and risers, subsea processing, talent development,
unconventional gas development, process safety, and decommissioning.
For the first time we are including papers based on both people and technical challenges, to address both aspects in parallel. By embedding this approach within the fabric of SPE Offshore Europe 2015, we will deliver a conference that ensures continued progress within our industry.”
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“Whilst we continue to push the boundaries of technology and innovation, we must find better ways to attract and encourage the next generation of talent into our industry.
Charles Woodburn Technical Chair of SPE Offshore Europe and Chief Executive Officer of Expro.
one-to-one meetings to discuss investment projects with some grant, early seed and direct industry funding providers.
The exhibition space will include a diverse range of exploration and production companies from around the world, showcasing their technologies, services and expertise. Around 1500 organisations are expected this year, including at least 280 companies, large and small, exhibiting for the first time at the show. Exhibitors will represent the complete supply chain of companies including operators, drilling contractors and oilfield service companies, consolidating Aberdeen’s established reputation as a supplier of services and products to global projects.
The now familiar Deepwater Zone is dedicated to the latest state-of-the-art technologies helping the industry advance into one of the world’s most challenging, harsh – yet potentially commercially rewarding – environments. Despite pressures on operator budgets deferring the sanctioning of certain projects, a Douglas Westwood report of April 2015 still expects deepwater expenditure to increase by 69%, compared to the preceding five-year period, totalling US$210 billion from 2015 to 2019. A dedicated theatre will host industry experts presenting case studies and participating in panel discussions, with content programmed by Subsea UK and the Society for Underwater Technology.
Reflective of the global nature of the industry as a whole there will be a large international exhibitor presence with 33 international pavilions booked so far. Large delegations are expected from Malaysia, Nigeria and Korea. UK Trade & Investment commercial officers from around the globe will also be available to meet with UK companies to discuss the opportunities that exist in each of their respective markets. Countries and regions that are likely to be represented include Brazil, East Africa, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Nigeria, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, and Norway. Continuing the commercial theme, entrepreneurial visitors will have the chance to meet potential investors on Wednesday 9 September. After a morning of investment workshops presented from the operator, venture capitalist and entrepreneur perspectives, a limited number of companies will be invited to
With its emphasis on recognising the long-term need for a secure talent pipeline, the event will be running ‘Inspire’, its largest ever programme of activities for a younger audience. A wide range of events and workshops throughout the week, organised in advance by SPE and supported by OPITO, will allow students to engage with the industry face-to-face and learn more about the industry. With so many industry leaders and influencers under one roof, there will be ample opportunities to network and catch up with colleagues from around the world. As John Deasey, Sales Manager for Trelleborg Offshore, sums up: “A great meeting place to see old and new friends and to catch up on the latest technology.”
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Fugro awarded Exxonmobil Alaska LNG LLC geotechnical and geophysical site investigation Fugro has been awarded a large geotechnical and geophysical (G&G) programme by ExxonMobil Alaska LNG LLC (AKLNG - a consortium of ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, British Petroleum, TransCanada and the State of Alaska).
of geohazards, source characterisation, probabilistic seismic hazard and site response analyses. Bathymetric, side scan sonar, reflection and refraction surveys and sub-bottom profiling will also be conducted to assist in developing an integrated site model.
The 2015 G&G programme follows successful completion of a similar but smaller programme carried out by Fugro in 2014.
These studies will assist AKLNG and its contractors to proceed with the FEED level design of the LNG terminal and associated offshore pipelines.
The geotechnical scope of work includes drilling and sampling of borings for the onshore liquefaction facilities, marine terminal and offshore pipelines. It also includes installation of monitoring wells, seismograph and in situ measurement of soil properties. The geological and earthquake engineering scope will include assessment
As world leader in geohazards both onshore and nearshore, as well as geotechnical, geophysical, metocean and surveying services for LNG facilities, Fugro also provides worldwide quality assurance and quality control services during project construction phases.
Well design for today: Welltec® event puts spotlight on innovation in completions market Advanced wells solutions took centre stage at a successful showcase event hosted by Welltec® the company challenging the low oil price through innovation.
lines. Furthermore, the Welltec® Data Monitoring (WDM) technology enhances the ‘smart but simple’ approach to optimising reservoir performance in an efficient, accurate and cost-effective solution.
Senior well operations personnel from a range of offshore operators and contractors took the opportunity to hear more about Welltec’s portfolio of award-winning technologies and also to discuss wider well design issues in the modern industry.
Established 21 years ago, Welltec® has operations in 59 countries. The company’s solutions are used across all types of onshore and offshore environments including deepwater, subsea and extended reach, high-yield, heavy oil and unconventional gas well programmes.
The Well Design for Today event placed the spotlight on the market specialist’s latest completions solution, Flex-Well®, which cuts construction costs, tackles production issues, increases total recovery and allows for easier plug and abandonment. It also featured the Welltec® Annular Barrier (WAB®), winner of the 2015 OTC Spotlight on New Technology Award. The WAB® is designed to drive the sector forward in a safer and more sustainable fashion by eliminating cement from well construction.
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“The Well Design For Today event highlighted why our business has an established reputation for introducing innovative solutions. Specifically, it illustrated how we can contribute to client strategies formulated to address the prevailing industry conditions.
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The current focus is on finding ways to work more efficiently, while trying to maintain productivity and sustainable operations. That’s where our solutions come into their own.”
Kevin Giles, Welltec® Area Vice-President UK.
Other technologies featured at the gathering at Aberdeen’s Norwood Hall Hotel included Welltec® Flow Valves (WFV) which, in various configurations, allows for simple manipulation of reservoir injection / production without the need for control
Suretank appoints William Wilson as Sales Manager for Norway Originally from Ireland, William studied Business Management at University in Edinburgh. He then moved to Bergen, in Norway, where he now lives with his wife and two children. A lifelong rugby fan, he plays for the local team and coaches the juniors. He has also developed a passion for skiing since living and working in Norway.
Mr Wilson has over twenty years’ experience working in sales roles within the Norwegian oil and gas sector and has a wealth of knowledge and industry connections that he will bring to the organisation.
“I am excited to be joining Suretank at a time when the business is expanding into new areas, with the acquisition of Prior Diesel and innovative new product developments. I am looking forward to the challenges it will bring and hope that I can use the skills
and experience I have to benefit the organisation.” William Wilson, the new Norway Sales Manager.
“We are delighted to welcome William to Suretank. He will be responsible for liaising with current and potential clients to grow and extend our business in the region and for introducing processes that will benefit everyone in the supply chain. I wish him the very best.”
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Suretank, the world’s leading provider of engineered solutions to the offshore oil and gas industry, has appointed William Wilson as Sales Manager for Norway.
Philip Murphy, Director of Customer Care for Suretank.
Costain in Pioneering Role for CO2 Storage Project Leading UK engineering solutions provider Costain is involved in a pioneering initiative as part of a project commissioned by the Energy Technologies Institute (ETI). The 12 month project commenced in May and is funded by the Department of Energy & Climate Change (DECC). Costain will work alongside Pale Blue Dot Energy and Axis Wells Technology to deliver a screened and appraised portfolio of offshore deep geological CO2 storage sites, for potential deployment in future Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) projects beyond the current DECC CCS Commercialisation programme. As part of the project, Costain will be responsible for appraising the offshore infrastructure requirements and costs, which will drive the progression of five significant offshore storage sites in order to meet their 2030 CO2 injection targets. The results will inform on the UK’s ability to permanently store decades of emissions from many of its major power stations and industrial emitters, whilst removing the risk surrounding the deployment of CCS technology in the future.
Costain’s capabilities extend across design and consultancy, project management, delivery and operations and maintenance in the energy sector. The company’s philosophy is to provide innovative and commercially attractive solutions to many of the challenges faced across a range of sectors.
We are firm believers in the benefits of collaborative working, which is of utmost importance when delivering cost-effective solutions during challenging times within the industry. We look forward to working closely and effectively with all those involved to deliver innovative solutions, whilst completing the project to the highest standard.”
Frazer Mackay, Costain Sector Director (Oil and Gas).
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Costain has previously been involved with a number of collaborative CCS projects, including leading ETI’s £25 million programme to develop Next Generation Capture Technology.
“We are delighted to be involved in this project, as it allows us to demonstrate Costain’s expertise and field development capabilities and make a material difference to the UK’s CCS landscape and future.
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SOCAR-AQS inks agreement to establish new drilling JV SOCAR-AQS LLC, an integrated drilling and well services management company in Azerbaijan, has signed an agreement with Archer Assets UK Limited and Nobel Oil Services to establish Oguz Drilling joint venture.
In his remarks John Lechner, President North Sea and EVP Archer, said the JV represents an ideal combination of Archer’s global presence and over 40 years of platform drilling experience, with SOCAR-AQS and Nobel Oil Services extensive drilling industry experience in Azerbaijan.
The Oguz Drilling joint venture, a new platform drilling company in Azerbaijan, will provide world-class platform drilling services, including drilling facilities, design, modification and drilling support services.
“We look forward, together with our partners, to demonstrate our expertise and commitment to safety in the Azerbaijani and Caspian Sea drilling market,” he noted.
It plans to work with local authorities and institutions to ensure implementation of world-class best practices in safety, efficiency and reliability within platform drilling services, and to train and develop Azerbaijani national employees to the highest standards of international drilling industry. “SOCAR-AQS, a successful integrated drilling services company in Azerbaijan, is pleased to be a founding partner of Oguz Drilling, a new drilling company for Azerbaijan with truly international mindset and standards,” said Ramin Isayev, General Director of SOCAR-AQS. “Oguz Drilling will apply the most advanced drilling management systems, the best talent and expertise, and the partners’ well-established logistical and training and development infrastructure to support clients’ success in platform drilling projects.”
Commenting on the establishment of the new drilling company, Mike Wring, CEO of Nobel Oil Services, Ltd., said his company is delighted to join forces with SOCAR-AQS and Archer to position Oguz Drilling as a leading platform drilling service provider in the Caspian Sea and the wider international market.
“The joint venture will build on Azerbaijan’s proud 167-year history in the drilling industry and Archer’s international experience to provide world-class drilling services to its clients.”
Prepare Way for Huldra plug & abandonment Ziebel, a Stavanger-based provider of specialist well intervention services for the oil and gas industry, announced that it successfully completed a distributed fiber optic (DFO) sensing campaign for Statoil.
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Ziebel used the Z-Line®, its new gravitydeployed carbon composite cable, to gather Distributed Temperature and Distributed Acoustic fiber optic data on the Huldra installation, Statoil’s first unmanned platform, which ceased production in September 2014. The interventions were carried out to optimize Statoil’s plans to plug and abandon the installation next year.
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Working from the Huldra platform, Ziebel ran the Z-Line® in two wellbores to measure temperature and acoustic profiles. Work was carried out by Ziebel over two 3-day periods in April and May 2015. Each operation was completed as planned, providing data that displays the conditions of each well in its entirety, during each intervention. It allows Statoil to observe fluid movements, confirm the
integrity of the wells, and plan the final abandonment, enabling the optimization of the forthcoming plug and abandonment campaign. The recent campaigns represent several “firsts.” It was the first time that Statoil has commissioned a DFO sensing operation via intervention, Ziebel’s first ever operation for Statoil, and the first fully commercial well interventions carried out with the Z-Line® by Ziebel.
“As Statoil prepares to plug and abandon the Huldra platform, we appreciate how important it is to have a comprehensive picture of well conditions in order to formulate the optimum approach,” said Stig Hognestad, Chief Executive Officer for Ziebel. “Given that it was the first time that Ziebel has worked for Statoil, it was very satisfying that we were able to use the Z-Line® to provide them with critical data that will enhance their understanding of those conditions.”
NCIMB’s MARA and LumiMARA toxicity tests help companies comply with new OSPAR regulations Exploration & Production
OSPAR requires full implementation of a risk based approach to testing of produced water discharges from offshore installations by 31 December 2018, and NCIMB’s MARA and LumiMARA bioassays have been recommended by the UK’s Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), as part of their preferred approach to achieving this. OSPAR manages international cooperation on the protection of the marine environment of the northeast Atlantic. Implementation of a risk based approach requires examination of the exposure resulting from produced water discharge to be combined with determination of the sensitivity of the environment to the whole effluent. While companies have already been undertaking chemical analysis as part of the biannual testing program, whole effluent toxicity testing is a new requirement. NCIMB’s MARA and LumiMARA bioassays, which include an array of carefully selected microorganisms, have been recommended in preference to single-species microbial testing. While MARA assesses toxicity on the basis of microbial growth, LumiMARA uses light output from naturally luminescent microorganisms. The microorganisms provide a rapid and cost-effective analysis of produced water toxicity and have been trialled on samples from 15 offshore installations as part of a wider DECC coordinated study to assess the role of whole effluent toxicity (WET) testing. Dr. Carol Phillips, CEO of the Aberdeen-based microbiology and chemical analysis company explains more about the approach:
“All substances present in produced water will contribute to the total environmental risk, and whole effluent toxicity testing measures not only
Using MARA or LumiMARA as an alternative to toxicity testing with a single species of bacteria is a very simple and cost effective means of increasing the breadth and genetic diversity of toxicity testing, and may give more robust results.”
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the effects of substances known to be present but also the impact of unknown substances and the combined effects of all components”.
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OneSubsea awarded $330 million contract for subsea production system offshore North Africa OneSubsea®, a Cameron and Schlumberger company, has been awarded a subsea production systems contract totaling more than $330 million for a gas project offshore North Africa. The scope of supply for the 13-well development includes subsea production equipment, tooling, and installation and commissioning services. Deliveries are expected to begin Q3 2016.
“The award represents phase two of this development and is the largest award for a subsea production system within the North Africa region to date, “Having already supplied the first phase of this development, OneSubsea now looks forward to progressing with this second phase.” Jack Moore, Cameron Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
Atlas Knowledge secures INPEX contract for major Australian project Atlas Knowledge has been awarded a contract by INPEX to provide training for production workers involved in the US$34 billion Ichthys LNG Project. The multi-year, multi-million dollar agreement will see the leading international learning technology company develop and deliver custom-made training modules and online 3D models of the project’s onshore and offshore production facilities; as well as in-depth process training for the specific systems and equipment used at each asset. The e-learning will provide all personnel in the integrated operations team with an understanding of the plant, equipment, materials and their associated hazards. Facility-specific modules will take production technicians on an interactive journey to the process area they are assigned to. The INPEX-operated project includes some of the world’s largest offshore facilities off the coast of Western Australia, massive
onshore facilities in Darwin, Northern Territory and an 889km pipeline uniting them. It marks a further Australian LNG project win for the technology provider who were previously involved in delivering training for Shell’s Prelude development offshore Western Australia. Robert Morgan, chairman of Atlas Knowledge, said: “This is a major project which has seen us work closely with INPEX over a significant period of time to design facility specific training modules to meet the demands expected of their workforce ahead of production starting on the Ichthys LNG Project. Selected from a highly competitive worldwide list of suppliers, this deal represents a new partnership between ourselves and INPEX who recognise as we do that exemplar training and a competent workforce is crucial to preparation and progress of large scale offshore projects. The training programmes we are designing will provide the learning and preparation needed for staff to work efficiently and safely from the start of production through the lifecycle of the field.”
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Alongside customised e-learning programmes, Atlas will license modules from their technical library to INPEX to support staff learning and understanding of oil and gas industry fundamentals and processes.
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“Our learning technology will provide ongoing training throughout the life of the field as it can be easily updated and adapted to suit the needs of the Ichthys LNG Project as it progresses.” Robert Morgan.
The competency based training provided by Atlas Knowledge will be assessed to INPEX, industry and national standards and accessible to staff working across multiple locations simultaneously, allowing efficient learning and development progression across various job disciplines.
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Omega Subsea establishes subsidiary in Aberdeen Omega Subsea UK opened its doors at the start of June this year, focussing on providing a skill based, assured, competent workforce to national and international clients. Further to the investment by Norwegian market leader, Omega AS, in Accpron Subsea Management (ASM), the goal and objective is to establish a strategic business unit to facilitate organic growth for Omega Subsea UK and capitalise on the added value market within the UK, European and African markets that is currently offered. The areas of key focus in order to implement the strategic expansion is the delivery of highly experienced, competent and professional personnel to the Subsea Engineering and Operations sectors of the oil and gas, renewables and energy industries. Omega Subsea UK’s ultimate goal is to create a ‘Total Project Management’ service, whereby entire project teams are provided
to clients in order to execute projects. This service is offered on a ‘Cradle to Grave’ basis; i.e. from tendering activity through contract award execution and final project closeout. Omega Subsea UK Director, Alistair McKee commented “Omega Subsea UK has been created as the outlook for the energy sector is encouraging, but a shortage of skilled employees is the main barrier to growth for many Tier One, Tier Two and Tertiary Contractors. The sector is increasingly moving into challenging conditions which requires experienced personnel to provide solutions, yet many companies are faced with ongoing skills shortage. Our structure is contained to a group of competent senior executives from the international subsea industry with an average of 15 years’ experience within E&P and subsea contracting companies which is our key target market for service delivery.”
James Fisher’s specialist subsea service provider, Osiris, strengthens its diving capability with new state-of-the-art Bauer Enriched Air Nitrox system. • Bauer membrane production system significantly increases operational efficiency with on-site gas cylinder refilling capability • System allows for longer dive periods at same depths versus air diving without an increased risk to diver safety
Available immediately for projects in the global offshore renewable and oil and gas industries, the system is fully IMCA compliant and operates to the highest standard, as required in the challenging subsea environment.
• Osiris was the first UK company to train its dive team in Nitrox diving
Explaining the significance of the Nitrox system, global subsea manager at Osiris, James Ridgeway, added:
Osiris, part of James Fisher and Sons plc, is pleased to announce successful receipt of its new Bauer Enriched Air Nitrox diving system. Significantly increasing its diving capability, Osiris’s strategy of continuous improvement means it can now deliver integrated Nitrox diving services with highly trained nitrox divers, enabling increased operational efficiency for its customers.
“The arrival of this asset takes us to a new level where we can continue to grow our market share in the oil and gas inspection, repair and maintenance sector. We’re part of a small handful of companies worldwide who have this capability and we will be able to fulfill the industry’s requirement for well trained and experienced enriched air and Nitrox diving service providers.”
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The state-of-the-art system offers a safe and cost-effective solution by enabling longer dive times with a potential reduction in the required number of divers on-site as well creating the potential to reduce operational downtime, as the system is capable of blending gas and refilling cylinders on-site.
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subsea service provider, which is highlighted by our impressive safety record.”
The arrival of the Enriched Air Nitrox system further enhances Osiris’s diving capabilities and demonstrates its commitment to delivering world class standards in everything they do. Osiris was also the first UK based company to undertake a commercial Nitrox diver training course at The Underwater Centre in April 2014. Aiden West, Managing Director of Osiris, explains: “With health and safety underpinning all offshore subsea operations, being the first commercial diving company based in the UK to undertake this course, along with a fully operating Enriched Air Nitrox system, only goes to prove our reputation as an innovative
Dependable, compact and powerful control solutions for the worldwide subsea oil and gas industry
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Repeatable high accuracy delivering 2,711N.m (2,000lbf-ft) torque; providing torque feedback, (Directional) Quadrature output turns count, auto gear box selection with high / low pressure and visual motor turns indicators, planetary gear box and sprung loaded, nested, multi-class sockets or fixed standards. Optional Petrobras adaptor or full Petrobras front end effector.
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Subsea Technology & Rentals receives ISO 9001:2008 Certification Subsea Technology and Rentals (STR), a multidisciplinary technology company specialising in the design, production and rental of innovative marine survey equipment for the subsea
construction, geophysical, ROV inspection and environmental sectors is pleased to announce it is now certified as an ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Standard compliant organisation.
This standard is based on a number of quality management principles including a strong customer focus. Using ISO 9001:2008 helps ensure that customers get consistent, good quality products and services, which in turn brings many business benefits.
The ISO 9001:2008 quality management system is a systematic and process driven approach to managing our business. It is designed to support the company in ensuring we meet the needs of our customers, whilst delivering a consistent level of quality and satisfaction.
“The achievement is one we are particularly proud of as it demonstrates our commitment to providing the highest quality products and services to our clients. The certification is also a significant milestone in our continual efforts to improve and reflects our on-going investment in technology, development and process maturity for our clients across the subsea exploration sector.”
ISO 9001:2008 sets out the criteria for a quality management system. It can be used by any organisation, large or small, regardless of its field of activity and is implemented by over one million companies and organisations in over 170 countries.
Colin Garwood, QHSE Engineer at STR.
Ashtead Technology boosts rental fleet with Neptune agreement Independent global leader in underwater rental equipment now offers cost-effective, environmental friendly leak detection systems. Ashtead Technology has secured a deal with Neptune Oceanographics Limited, adding innovative underwater leak detection products to its rental fleet.
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The world’s number one independent provider of subsea equipment rental, sales and services will now offer Neptune’s leak detection systems and sensors including long range fluorescence and passive acoustics for rent to customers.
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Neptune Oceanographics is a global leader in subsea pipeline leak detection services. With a major research and development programme, Neptune ensures its products represent the latest advances in finding leaks underwater in a way that is cost-effective while not harming the environment. The deal with Neptune comes as Ashtead Technology ramps up its efforts to add technology and services which help customers reduce cost and increase efficiency.
Mr Sheehan said: “Our industry must address the underlying cost base and efficiency challenges and, at Ashtead, we are striving to play our part by helping our customers to drive down costs and increase efficiency. Today’s announcement follows our introduction of a proprietary web based portal called Aperto which offers major savings and efficiencies in how subsea companies order, track and monitor subsea equipment rentals.” From its offices in the UK, Houston and Singapore, with agents in Abu Dhabi, Perth (Australia) and Stavanger, Ashtead Technology will promote and supply Neptune’s leak detection equipment to a global market, providing customers with access to a range of fluorescent, acoustic, methane and hydrocarbon detection tools. Following the acquisition of a substantial shareholding in Neptune by Norway based subsea equipment and services company, Innova, a comprehensive R&D programme was launched for further development of leak detection technology. Ashtead, which already has an established partnership with Innova will support market expansion of global subsea pipeline leak detection services whilst providing valuable access to the market and further strengthening its global links.
“With billions invested in installing subsea infrastructure around the world, inspection, repair and maintenance of pipelines becomes increasingly important. As part of the need to ensure pipeline integrity, periodic inspections deploying leak detection systems alongside other tools are required to identify and prevent problems. Neptune’s best-in-class leak detection systems are therefore a welcome addition to our rental fleet.” Tim Sheehan, Commercial Director of Ashtead Technology.
Jee Ltd secures contract on ground-breaking enhanced oil recovery project Subsea Engineering
Jee Ltd, a leading independent multi-discipline subsea engineering and training firm, has been awarded a contract from Amec Foster Wheeler for the front end engineering design (FEED) of a jacket rigid polymer injection riser package (including J-tubes) as part of an enhanced oil recovery (EOR) field development. The pilot project will demonstrate the use of polymer chemical injection technology, a pioneering new technique to maximise the economic recovery of UK hydrocarbon reserves. On the project, Amec Foster Wheeler will engineer a new bridge-linked platform which will be tied into existing facilities and utilised to store, mix and pump the polymer. In 2015, Jee’s engineers will support the first phase of the project by conducting the FEED for the polymer riser injection package as part of the entire EOR field development programme. Jonathan McGregor, Head of Engineering at Jee, said: “Being awarded a contract of such high-profile and economic importance is testament to Jee’s reputation as a leading engineering firm with extensive capabilities in the field of subsea analysis and design. The ever-changing downhole environment represents a challenge when injecting chemical agents into existing reservoir fluids. The work carried out by Jee’s highly experienced engineers on this innovative project will allow for informed decisions to be made, with the aim of successful long-term oil recovery.”
A new platform development for EOR is a world first. The project will utilise ground-breaking technologies including 4-D seismic imaging, horizontal drilling and pump technology. Development drilling is expected to take place from 2015 until 2020.
“We are delighted to support this pioneering North Sea pilot project and look forward to strengthening our relationship with Amec Foster Wheeler as work commences.” Jee is an independent subsea engineering and training company with offices in Aberdeen, London and Tonbridge. Jee’s multidisciplined capabilities and integrated services, cover the spectrum of subsea engineering for the global oil, gas and renewables industries.
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Subsea Engineering
Harkand completes first campaign for BG in Caribbean Global operator in the subsea inspection, repair and maintenance sector (IRM), Harkand, has successfully completed its first campaign in the Caribbean for BG Trinidad & Tobago. The 75-day ROV subsea support services project was concluded at the start of March by the team on board Harkand’s multipurpose vessel the Go Electra in the waters off Trinidad and Tobago. The workscope included carrying out ultrasonic technology scans, free span pipeline rectification work, subsea control module change outs, and the supply and installation of anode pods and clamps at various locations throughout the North Coast Marine Area (NCMA) and East Coast Marine Area (ECMA) of Trinidad and Tobago.
“We enjoy a very good relationship with BG and we are pleased to have carried out this scope of work to meet their requirements in Trinidad
and Tobago, especially at this challenging time of year which is out with the usual IRM weather season in the region.The success of this campaign was down to the collaboration on board the Go Electra with our personnel working closely with BG Trinidad & Tobago to ensure the work was delivered safely and effectively. It is a testament to this collaborative working relationship that only five days’ weather related downtime was experienced out of the 75 day campaign. Our initial mobilisation was efficient with all personnel and equipment clearing customs without delay. We are also delighted to have utilised local content on this project which included ROV pilot technicians, stewards and riggers.”
David Kerr, Harkand Europe Managing Director .
Xodus Subsea strengthens management team for the Americas Xodus Subsea has appointed a General Manager and Business Development Manager to drive activity in the Americas, as the company aims to challenge the largest tier one subsea engineering companies for a share of the market in the region. Amedeo Marcotulli is the company’s new General Manager – Americas, and previously worked with Genesis where he was Subsea Business Unit Director for Asia Pacific. He will be based in Houston and will be responsible for all aspects of Xodus Subsea operations in North and South America.
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With more than 28 years’ experience working within the subsea industry, he has substantial knowledge of subsea engineering, field development planning, engineering management, flow assurance and marine construction.
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“Xodus Subsea is looking to establish itself as one of the leaders in the subsea market, and the Americas region is key in achieving that,” said Marcotulli. “We offer a wealth of technical subsea experience, joining front-end expertise with engineering, procurement and construction knowledge (EPC) to increase efficiency from the concept process through to construction.
Using the combined talents of Xodus Group, Saipem and Chiyoda, our business offering gives clients more accurate and reliable scheduling and cost estimation, allowing them to make informed decisions at an early stage of their project, which is particularly crucial in response to the low barrel price.” The company has also appointed Maria Ancheril as its new Business Development Manager - Americas. She will be responsible for developing key relationships to facilitate winning significant offshore engineering projects. Also based in Houston, Maria joins Xodus Subsea from Wood Group Kenny where she was previously Global Business Development Manager following ten years with MCS Kenny. Maria is a committee member on a number of societies, including the Society for Underwater Technology, the Society for Women Engineers and the Exploring Program where she is Chair of the Oil and Gas committee. Xodus Subsea engineering services takes a unique approach to technical subsea challenges by bringing together Xodus Group’s front-end engineering capability, Saipem’s turnkey Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation expertise and Chiyoda’s experience in managing large-scale
international projects. The company offers a wealth of technical subsea expertise and also provides access to more than 1,000 multidiscipline engineers across its partner companies.
Fastest ROV sprints with Sonardyne SPRINT
The 2,000 metre rated vehicle, named Surveyor Interceptor, has been developed by MMT to improve the speed and efficiency of seabed mapping and pipeline inspections surveys. Its revolutionary design features a hydrodynamic hull and powerful drivetrain enabling the vehicle to travel at up to six knots, around 50% faster than conventional Work-class ROVs. The accuracy of SPRINT complements the vehicle’s state-of-the-art imaging and mapping sensors, resulting in improved survey data quality and substantially reduced ‘cost per kilometre’ of surveys. Travelling at high speed close to the seabed requires the vehicle’s automatic manoeuvring and propulsion systems to be supplied with highly precise and uninterrupted position updates. To meet this requirement, MMT selected Sonardyne’s acoustically aided inertial navigation system, SPRINT. Designed for subsea vehicles, SPRINT makes optimal use of acoustic aiding data including USBL, LBL and Doppler Velocity Log (DVL) and other sensors such as pressure sensors to improve accuracy, precision, reliability and integrity in any water depth. Inertial navigation is inherently self-contained and robust with very good short term accuracy but can drift over time. SPRINT is therefore aided with complementary acoustic positioning data to provide long term accuracy and robustness and greater vehicle control. On the Survey Interceptor, a Sonardyne Inverted UltraShort BaseLine (iUSBL) transceiver has been interfaced directly to the SPRINT resulting in a highly optimised navigation solution that delivered position updates up to 100 times a second. Besides its stand-out levels of precision and fast update rates,
MMT also chose SPRINT as it is the most cost-effective and low risk technology on the market. The system architecture inside SPRINT has been developed with flexibility and expandability in mind. This means the same vehicle-mounted hardware can be used as a premium survey vehicle grade gyrocompass or an acoustically aided INS depending on operational requirements. Users are able to upgrade and switch capability on demand using remotely activated in-field upgrades, meaning they only pay for the features they need. Alan Macdonald, Sales Manager for Sonardyne commented, “We are obviously delighted with the outstanding results that MMT has achieved using SPRINT, both in testing and more recently, during its first commercial operation. At a time when the offshore industry is focussed on ways to reduce costs without compromising on quality, the combination of MMT’s groundbreaking ROV and our SPRINT INS represents a unique offering to the construction survey marketplace.”
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MMT, specialists in high-resolution marine surveys, has successfully completed offshore integration trials of their new high-speed remotely operated vehicle with Sonardyne International’s SPRINT inertial navigation system.
“When testing the new MMT Survey Interceptor ROV, we were looking for an inertial navigation solution that would deliver real-time performance with high speed updates. By running Sonardyne’s SPRINT inertial navigation system we witnessed a marked difference in the accuracy of all ROV positioning activities during the period, which in turn made a marked difference to the quality of the survey data received.” He went on to say, “Now that Sonardyne has also released their new Syrinx DVL, we will be looking to run further tests in the future. This will be done with a view to achieving even more precise position accuracy using a tightly integrated Syrinx DVL, SPRINT and USBL acoustics.” Jonas Andersson, R&D Manager at MMT.
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Modus orders first Seaeye Sabertooth hybrid AUV/ROV from SAAB and enters into collaboration agreement UK Company Modus Seabed Intervention Ltd and Saab Dynamics AB of Sweden have entered into a Collaboration Agreement to further develop the operational use and applications of the Saab Sabertooth hovering Hybrid AUV/ROV for the Oil and Gas and Offshore Renewables markets. Under the agreement, Modus and Saab will work in collaboration to develop this game changing innovation and its applications in life of field subsea survey and inspection. Following a two year evaluation and development programme, Modus have ordered the first in a planned fleet of Sabertooth vehicles from Saab which will be launched in Q1 2016. The system will be equipped with additional batteries for extended autonomous endurance and with increased thrust for high speed survey, making it ideal for both high current and deepwater applications. A suite of advanced survey sensors including the latest Edgetech 2205 combined triple frequency sidescan sonar, co-located swath bathymetry and sub bottom profiler, HD video/ stills cameras, IXBlue Phins3 INS, and RDI workhorse DVL will be fitted in the vehicle. To manage data acquisition, navigation and processing of sensor data the software package QINSy from Saab QPS will be fully integrated. The vehicle has been configured to allow additional sensors, such as standard MBES, cathodic protection (CP) probes and laser scanning systems to be quickly integrated against project specific applications.
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Sabertooth can be uniquely operated in both fully autonomous (AUV) and tethered (ROV) modes enabling fully flexible dual operations from one platform. Whilst the vehicles capability can be applied across the range of subsea operations from site investigation surveys through to decommissioning support; a major focus is on its application in long term subsea operations and maintenance and on delivering significant cost savings to
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high quality visual and survey data acquisition. The vehicle is also capable of providing light intervention support and with a depth rating of 3,000m can be deployed on a wide range of subsea tasks. Jake Tompkins, Managing Director, Modus Seabed Intervention Ltd said “The acquisition of the first Sabertooth vehicle from Saab is the culmination of a 2 year development and evaluation programme and we are delighted to both confirm this order and to also enter into a collaboration agreement. This differentiated dual role technology combined with our innovative operating methodologies will offer a new value proposition to the subsea markets.”
“The Sabertooth hybrid AUV has proven to be a rugged and highly capable system that is ideal for the varied maintenance and operational markets supported by Modus. We are very pleased to have signed this Collaboration Agreement and been awarded this contract for this initial vehicle. We look forward to supporting Modus with their strategic focus and continued growth in the subsea industry”. Sven-Inge Svensson – Business Development Director, Saab Dynamics AB.
STR announce partnership agreement with Tritex NDT
An array of Tritex NDT specialist diver and ROV equipment will now be available to hire or purchase through STR’s Head Office in Great Yarmouth, including the Multigauge 3000 Diver, Multigauge 4100 and Multigauge 4400 ROV Underwater Thickness Gauges. The Multigauge 4100 and 4400 are simple, robust ultrasonic thickness gauges designed to be mounted onto all
types of work class ROV’s. There are two models in the range, the Multigauge 4100 which has a depth rating of 3280 feet and the Multigauge 4400 which has a depth rating of 13,123 feet. Both gauges have been designed and built to survive extremely harsh conditions that exist in the offshore and underwater industries worldwide. The gauges use multiple echo which means measurements can be easily taken without the need to remove coatings, up to 0.25”, and the RS422 output makes connection to most ROV’s simple.
“This agreement will see STR become the preferred rental partner for Tritex NDT equipment and can only enhance our ability to provide advance technology fast. STR are keen to develop partnerships with manufacturers capable of offering the highest level of products, service and knowledge to benefit our customers across the globe.”
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Subsea Technology and Rentals (STR), a multi-disciplinary technology expert is pleased to announce a rental partnership agreement with Tritex NDT.
Neil Jackson, Sales and Operations Manager at STR
STR Invest in the latest generation of marine navigation systems Subsea Technology & Rentals Ltd (STR); global specialists in the design, production and rental of advanced subsea technology for the offshore energy industry have invested in the latest generation of marine navigation systems with the acquisition of two Teledyne TSS Saturn 10 units.
Nick Green, Regional Sales Manager at Teledyne TSS said: “Teledyne TSS believes that the Saturn name will feature widely in the maritime sectors where it meets market needs in the survey, hydrographic, dynamic positioning, superyacht and workboat markets. The company is very pleased that STR has chosen to offer the Saturn 10 unit in their rental pool.”
The Saturn fibre optic gyrocompass capitalises on more than a century’s experience in marine navigation. Teledyne TSS’ own experienced and innovative engineering team has combined the latest solid state technologies and calibration techniques to offer a user-friendly, highly accurate and cost-effective navigation solution for demanding marine environments. The Saturn product range has been designed by TSS to provide a range of versatile attitude and heading reference, and inertial navigation systems for both surface and subsea applications. The lightweight, compact and highly reliable units have no moving parts and are maintenance free, making them ideal for all sizes of surface vessel and subsea vehicle. Applications for the Saturn product range include navigation for fast ferries and yachts; subsea positioning for autonomous underwater, and remotely operated vehicles; attitude and heading references for dynamically positioned platforms; full attitude data for hydrographic survey vessels and much, much more. www.sosmagazine.biz
“As worldwide providers of specialist marine equipment and supporters of Teledyne TSS products we had no hesitation in purchasing the two Saturn systems for distribution to our clients worldwide.” Neil Jackson, Sales and Operations Manager at STR
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Seals & Gaskets
Trelleborg and Proserv: Working together to meet the challenge of rapid gas decompression Trelleborg Sealing Solutions is supplying advanced elastomer materials to enhance the performance of Proserv’s subsea downhole and pipeline sampling tools, providing a solution to rapid gas decompression. One of the leading global players in the supply of seals and bearings for the offshore oil and gas market, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, has supplied its XploR™ grade elastomer seals for initial testing. This is to help address the low temperature / high-pressure sealing performance of Proserv’s subsea equipment and the issue of sour gas chemical compatibility.
“Seal damage and observed gas leaks caused by rapid gas decompression in elastomeric seals are extremely costly with significant safety and environmental implications for oilfield operators and equipment suppliers. We are proud to be Proserv’s partner for sealing technology. The partnership between the two companies is a meeting of like-minded players in the oil and gas industry, both striving for excellence and pushing the barriers of harsh environments.”
The seals are to be used in an expanded range of Proserv’s downhole and pipeline sampling tools, which are being upgraded and developed, including the Prolight, Procorro and Profisc product lines.
David Bird, a senior engineer at Proserv, says: “Consistent and robust sealing solutions are a fundamental requirement in the design and development of every Proserv sampling system.
Daniel Grainger, Key Account Manager at the Trelleborg Sealing Solutions oil and gas marketing office in Aberdeen, explains how industry leaders are turning to the sealing specialists in increasing numbers in a bid to combat extreme conditions.
Proserv’s oil and gas division is now actively harnessing Trelleborg’s expertise in the development of projects that are tailored toward expanding our sample cylinder product range into more hostile service environments.”
Graphite-loaded silicon carbide for sealing applications
Morgan Advanced Materials’ PGS-100 graphite-loaded silicon carbide material is ideal for oil and gas applications that require protection from high temperatures and corrosive environments. Its advanced properties help reduce seal face wear, increasing uptime, and offering up to twice the service length of competitive components. Morgan can custom machine the material into a wide range of geometries for such applications as; refinery seals, industrial abrasive slurry seals, and industrial pump bearings and seals. The material is also ideally suited for sour crude oil pumping at temperatures greater than 700°F
The material also improves thermal shock tolerance, with the ability to survive and maintain integrity in the face of rapid temperature changes on the order of several hundred degrees. In addition, the material allows users to survive in marginally lubricated conditions for longer than sintered carbide. Providing this window of tolerance enables significant savings to be achieved resulting from increased uptime, and reduced parts and labor costs. Morgan provides design guidance and assistance selecting the most appropriate material and grade for specific customer applications. With materials finishing capabilities in the US, UK, and China routine parts can be supplied globally within short lead times. Morgan also offers expedited services for emergency replacement circumstances to enable the most rapid recovery of uptime.
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Morgan Advanced Materials offers PGS-100 graphite-loaded silicon carbon for demanding oil and gas sealing applications
The unique face topography that results from the PGS-100 material enhances seal face pressure-velocity (PV) characteristics compared to monolithic sintered silicon carbide and, unlike monolithic materials that incorporate matte lapping to increase face roughness, the PGS100 topography remains for the life of the product.
Plexus awarded £3.3 million contract with Total, offshore Norway Plexus Holdings PLC, the AIM quoted oil and gas engineering services business and owner of the proprietary POS-GRIP® friction-grip method of wellhead engineering, announces that it has secured a new customer via a £3.3 million contract win with oil and gas major, Total E&P Norge AS, to supply its POS-GRIP wellhead systems, associated equipment and mudline services for Total’s Ultra High Pressure/ High Temperature Solaris gas exploration well in the Graben area of the North Sea, offshore Norway. Revenues for the contract are scheduled to commence in October 2015. This contract win is in line with Plexus’ strategy to increase its global presence as a leading supplier of best in classwellhead equipment in terms of performance, reliability and safety for exploration, production and subsea activities.
Solaris is located close to BG Norge’s Mandarin East well, which is also known for its extreme high pressure conditions and initial data suggests that Solaris may be the highest pressure well in the North Sea to date. Under the terms of the contract, Plexus will supply its 18-3/4’ XHP/HT POS-GRIP Jack-up drilling system.
As exploring and extraction of gas goes deeper, is more complex and must be conducted in delicate environments; innovative, safe and effective wellhead technology becomes ever more important. Safety is in the detail and particularly wellheads cannot afford to be the weak link in the system and for this reason Plexus seeks to use unique metal seal technology which matches the integrity of casing couplings.
‘Our Plexus team is proud to have been selected on this well, which is designed to cope with some of the highest pressures ever drilled in the Norwegian part of the North Sea. We are also delighted to be working with Total as a new client on this drilling project. Further, Total through one of its research groups, has worked with Plexus over the past four years on the development of a new generation subsea wellhead system, under the auspices of the ‘Python’ Joint Industry Project (‘JIP’). The Python JIP is sponsored by a number of major operating companies and will be launched at the Aberdeen Offshore Europe Oil show (‘OE2015’) in September 2015.’
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Notably Plexus was identified as the most suitable candidate for this project due to the unique adjustable nature of its wellhead systems. Plexus’ wellhead systems can safely operate through the BOP within X-HP/HT conditions estimated at up to 17,000 19,000 psi maximum well pressure, whilst supporting casing at the ocean floor on its proprietary mudline hanger system.
Plexus’ CEO Ben Van Bilderbeek said, ‘This contract confirms that even during challenging times, operators focus on the best and safest solutions, when conditions demand it. Plexus provides the superior solutions for jack-up drilling operations, because our technology combines the high pressure metal to metal sealing, with the ability to leave the Blowout Preventers (BOPs) on the well throughout the drilling programme.
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Trio of North East successes in the latest Queen’s Awards Aberdeen firm Balmoral Group celebrate a hat-trick of Queen’s Awards for one of its subsidiaries, Bamoral Comtec.
Balmoral Group Chairman and Managing Director Jim Milne said:
The business was named as a 2015 winner of a Queens Award for Enterprise in the international trade category, adding to similar honours in 2010 and 2012.
“It is particularly satisfying to see our international efforts being recognised as we invest so much resource into providing the highest quality products to our market on a global basis.”
It is one of three North East companies among 10 Scottish winners in this year’s edition of the prestigious annual awards.
Aubin is a specialist developer and supplier of chemicals for the oil and gas industry and has been in operation since 1986.
Ellon firm Aubin and Global Pipe Components (GPC), of Aberdeen, have also done the area proud and helped to highlight the hotbed of entrepreneurial talent and export success to be found here.
With the help of local partners and subsidiaries in Dubai and the US, the firm now exports to more than 16 markets.
Balmoral Comtec manufactures buoyancy and elastomer products for the offshore industry. Its exports have grown by £20million, or 61% in value over the past three years. Overseas sales now make up around 80% of its total annual turnover, thanks to its development of deepwater markets offshore of west Africa, the Gulf of Mexico and Brazil.
The United Arab Emirates is the biggest, accounting for nearly half of all sales, but new orders in eight countries over the past three years mean these locations now represent 67% of international sales. It’s Queen’s Award for international trade recognises “outstanding” growth in its export earnings of 108% over the past three years.
“We have developed strong international partnerships over the years and more than 90% of our business is with repeat customers. A number of our international customers have been with us for more than 25 years. We have established a strong presence in the Middle East and I foresee continued strategic expansion in the region. Overall, we are delighted with our growth and expanding global operations.”
Aubin Chief Executive Paddy Collins
GPC, based in Bucksburn, Aberdeen, supplies valves, pipes, fittings, flanges, studbolts, gaskets and associated pipeline products to the global oil and gas industry. More than 80% of the firm’s business is in export markets. Its Queen’s Award for international trade also recognises “outstanding” overseas sales growth over the past three years. GPC Founder and Managing Director Richard Meldrum said:
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“This is a wonderful acknowledgement of everything we have achieved in the last 15 years and is testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone on the team.”
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The Queen’s Awards, launched in 1966, reward outstanding companies from throughout the UK, from small firms to international giants. Other Scottish winners this year included Midlothian based business angel Nelson Gray, and Women’s Enterprise Scotland chief executive Margaret Gibson.
Cables, Glands & Connectors
Prysmian upgrades submarine cable laying vessel for offshore operations Italian company Prysmian Group has upgraded its Cable Enterprise vessel from a moored cable laying barge into a DP2 cable laying barge. After conversion, the vessel will be equipped with 8MW of power to manoeuvre with its own propulsion system. Cable Enterprise is now capable of retaining its position in dynamic positioning (DP mode), even at the time of bad weather conditions.
With its powerful propulsion system, the vessel will be able to undertake lay and burial operations with different types of plough, including HD3 ploughs. The submarine cable laying barge also maintains its ability to ground out and operate even in shallow waters. Following the upgrade, the vessel can also operate on its own without the need of tugs during cable installation activities. Equipped with seven independent positioning systems, the Cable Enterprise
will be able to meet stringent operational requirements that are demanded by the oil & gas industry. Claimed to be environmentally-friendly, the vessel can achieve an almost 80% nitrogen oxides (NoX) emission reduction.
“Our objective is to further boost the group’s submarine project execution capabilities with a powerful and flexible asset that can install the entire range of submarine cables.”
Elmeridge Cables Limited innovates an early warning system Have you ever noticed a heavily worn section of your cable, only to discover it’s too late, and that the outer sheath is worn to the extent that the conductors are exposed and the cable is no longer usable? At Elmeridge Cables they have innovated a simple and effective early warning system: two layers of outer sheath material (i.e. polyurethane), each layer being a different colour, so that when the external layer becomes worn through, it exposes the contrasting colour of the inner layer
before the damage becomes severe. This simple yet extremely effective method provides early warning of any excessive wear and tear against abrasion before it progresses to a cable failure, and can be used with various compounds to suit the application and working environment. Elmeridge can apply this technology to any cable type, either during a new production or as an over-sheathing service onto an existing cable, which may be susceptible to damage.
The EX-MATE connector range
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In recent years there has been an increased requirement for connectors to operate in hazardous environments and many applications now require quick and safe disconnection of connectors to be used in these environments. As a result SEACON has developed a new robust range of Exd connectors.
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The EX-MATE is based around SEACON’s existing and successful SEA-MATE connector range and can be wet-mated in depths of up to 50m in addition to its suitability for use in explosive environments. This new series will be available in 4 shell sizes (G, K, L, M) with between 2 & 37 contact configurations, however like the SEA-MATE range this series has interchangeable inserts so can be adapted to a number of pin configurations. In addition, the EX-MATE incorporates an Atex – IECEx approved glanding system for the cable which is encapsulated within the over mold, making it suitable for a number of applications including Topside FPSO, Drilling Vessels or other potentially
explosive environments as covered by the extensive qualification testing.
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Cleat caution
“The role of cable cleats in any electrical cable installation is vital. They’re there to prevent costly and dangerous damage to cables and those around them in short circuit situations. In fact, the only thing underspecified cleats do in a short circuit situation is add to the potentially lethal shrapnel. Third party short-circuit testing is accepted as the best way to effectively prove a cleat does what it claims. Unfortunately, the validity of this process is being jeopardised by the fact headline figures on such reports are all too frequently taken to mean that the products tested deliver the same level of short-circuit withstand irrespective of the installation – an assumption that is dangerously wrong.
Testing times – Ellis cleats undergo short circuit testing
and while the overall fault level was 138kA, each of the four trefoil groups only saw a quarter of the fault, meaning they only withstood the equivalent of 34.5kA. The ease with which this report could have been misinterpreted and a product that would have provided as much protection as a plastic cable tie specified is clear.
You see, you cannot say that a specific cable cleat has a shortcircuit withstand of 150kA without qualifying the statement by putting it into context in terms of the cable size, cable arrangement and how often the cleats need to be spaced.
When reviewing a third party test report you should ask two simple questions. Firstly, is the product tested the same as the product being offered? Secondly, is the test installation similar to the project installation? If the answers are both positive then the product should be suitable. If though you want absolute certainty, then ask for a project specific test. This is third party testing at its most extreme, and is the only way to guarantee that the cleat being installed is suitable for the installation.”
A recent report I was given had a headline figure that alluded to the product withstanding a peak short-circuit of 138kA. Upon closer reading it became clear this was simply not the case. The test rig was set up with four trefoil circuits in parallel,
Ellis is the world’s leading cable cleat manufacturer. To find out more about their products and services visit: www.ellispatents.co.uk. Call +44(0)1944 758395 or make a date to visit them at stand 3C62 at Offshore Europe 2015.
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The incorrect interpretation of short-circuit test reports is leading to inappropriate cable cleats being specified and installed – a trend, says Paul Nolan of Ellis, that is puts lives and installations at unnecessary risk.
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Enclosures now available in high-performance V4A stainless steel (Rolec inoCASE) Rolec’s inoCASE and inoCASEmini electronic enclosures are now available in V4A stainless steel for added strength, resilience and corrosion resistance. They are rated IP66 as standard for challenging environments such as the marine, offshore and petrochemical industries. They are also ideal for sectors which demand the highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene, such as dairy processing and food manufacturing.
The high-quality and extremely robust enclosures offer smart design features such as separate channels for fixing the lid and mounting the enclosure. Four separately welded screw channels create an interference-free installation space so the enclosures can be securely mounted to walls, bulkheads or machines without having to drill through the base – preserving the integrity of the electronics compartment. In the base of each enclosure are two welded fastening plates, each with three threaded holes for the installation of PCBs, mounting plates and top hat rails. The lid is secured features by four captive V4A stainless steel Allen screws. ROLEC inoCASE and inoCASEmini are manufactured from 4404/V4A/AISI 316L stainless steel. Electropolishing is also available to give a gleaming corrosionresistant finish
The inoCASE V4A is available in 18 sizes (140mm x 110mm x 60mm to 430mm x 300mm x 120mm), each with a gasket compression ridge in the base, a continuous silicone gasket in the lid and M5 mounting and earthing points. There are six sizes of inoCASEmini V4A (from 100mm x 70mm x 50mm to 200mm x 90mm x 60mm), each with a smooth base (no ridge), a continuous silicone lid gasket and M4 mounting and earthing points. Options for inoCASE and inoCASEmini include IP67 protection, an internal mounting plate and support rails. Also available are services such as inhouse laser cutting of holes and cut-outs for controls, switches, connectors and cable glands, plus laser engraving of legends and logos. Bespoke enclosure sizes are also available.
Leading electrical company announces appointment Leading international provider of electrical products and services AEL has strengthened its Aberdeen based team with the announcement of a significant appointment. Mark Goonan, who joined the company in 2006, has taken on the newly-created role of Operations Manager and will manage the logistics and sales departments as well as working closely with recently-appointed Business Development Manager Lee Hart in growing the company’s customer base in the onshore, offshore, renewable, petrochemical, marine and industrial sectors. A graduate of Aberdeen Business School at Robert Gordon University, Mark has amassed extensive experience in his years at AEL having joined the company as a stores person before becoming involved in internal sales and buying, then moving to the role of Commercial and Systems Manager. Commenting on his appointment, Mark Goonan said: “There are
challenging times ahead but my new role allows a focus on the development of people. People are the most important asset AEL has – they continue to be central to the company’s ongoing growth and our commitment to staff development is underlined by the fact that we are working towards Investors in People and Investors in Young People accreditations. AEL will exhibit at Offshore Europe 2015 at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre from September 8th to 11th when the company will be on stand 2E52.
“Combining the roles of sales and logistics manager into one, new Operations Manager position has given AEL the structure and flexibility to support our ambitious plans for growth.The combination of the two roles allows a better level of co-ordination between the sales and logistics departments which will, in turn, allow for best practice, efficiency and effectiveness of the departments to come to the fore.”
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AEL Operations Director Alan Mackie.
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AEL is an international brand providing electrical products and services which was established in 1981. From the company’s headquarters in Aberdeen, it has experienced steady organic growth in many overseas markets and now operates from a network of carefully selected locations in the USA, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan as well as Aberdeen and Ghana where the company recently celebrated the first year of a successful alliance with Tropical Cable and Conductor Ltd (TCCL).
ACE shock absorbers used in new family of Emergency Release Connectors Developed by Aberdeen-based Subsea Technologies
The (XR) Connector differs fundamentally from all other subsea connectors because it is based on a face-to-face technology rather than a conventional male-into-female engagement. This key differentiator enables the XR Connector
to release safely, reliably and repeatedly with up to 100% of maximum bending capacity applied. By comparison, existing connectors - even those that claim to be capable of ‘high angle release’ - cannot separate with high bending loads applied, so the maximum disconnect angle (and therefore the maximum applied bending load) has to be limited to prevent lock-up.
Why is this important?
Any floating vessel connected by a riser pipe to a wellhead on the seabed must be able to disconnect rapidly from the wellhead in the event of a positionkeeping emergency. If it can’t, there is a high risk of severe damage to the vessel (potentially causing injuries and fatalities), catastrophic failure of the riser pipe, severe damage to the wellhead and possibly loss of well containment. Existing Emergency Disconnect Packages (EDPs) have to limit the maximum disconnect angle to prevent the EDP from ‘locking up’. To maintain this small angle,
the distance the vessel can move from the nominal centre position is limited and therefore the crew has only a small window of reaction time to identify a position-keeping failure, close in the well and disconnect from the wellhead. If the crew react too slowly, or problems occur too quickly for the crew to react, the vessel and its crew can rapidly reach the point beyond which the riser will not disconnect. Not a position any vessel crew, operator or owner would want to encounter.
The role of ACE shock absorbers
Cables, Glands & Connectors
Subsea Technologies (STL) Xtreme Release (XR) Connector was developed to remove the entire concept of Maximum Riser Disconnect Angle, a long standing challenge of subsea riser design.
Integral with the face-to-face seal technology are clamping dogs and, in a controlled or emergency release, significant kinetic energy can be imparted into the dogs. Ace subsea shock absorbers were designed into the assembly to safely absorb this kinetic energy and thus ensure that no damage occurs to the dogs or other equipment during the release.
JDR secures offshore wind farm contract Energy technology provider JDR has been appointed to supply subsea cabling technology services for the Rampion offshore wind farm. The contract, which was awarded to the firm by E.ON, will see JDR to design and manufacture 142km of 36 kilovolt interarray cables for the project.
Upon completion the development will have a 400 megawatt capacity and could provide enough electricity to power 300,000 homes. David Currie, chief executive of JDR, said: “We are delighted to have been awarded a
major European offshore wind contract for the Rampion project. We are committed to supporting the growth of the renewable energy industry, and thrilled to be a key supplier for England’s first south coast offshore wind farm.” Amber Rudd, Energy Secretary of The Department of Energy and Climate Change, added:
“Our offshore wind industry isn’t just generating electricity, it’s generating jobs here in Britain. This is fantastic news, which will bring world-class technical expertise and high-quality jobs and business opportunities to the North East.”
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The scope of work also includes the supply of hang-offs, electrical t-connectors, inner cone connectors, cable cleats and a J-tubeless cable protection system specifically designed to optimise installation time and minimise the potential for cable damage during installation and operation.
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SBH providing InteliHeat Flexiplus heating jackets for Zone 1 and 2
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SBH Solutions presents the InteliHeat Flexiplus heating jackets designed for safe heating of containers in hazardous areas. Available in custom sizes to fit most containers, the InteliHeat Flexiplus heating jackets are designed and manufactured by LMK Thermosafe for ATEX Zone 1 and 2.
The custom heating jackets are mostly supplied with a wall mounted ATEX certified digital temperature controller designed to allow the user to set and clearly display the operating temperature of the heating jacket. Additional alarms and outputs are also provided.
LMK Thermosafe is fully certified and approved to design and manufacture hazardous area heating jackets to fit non-standard container sizes. These ATEX Zone 1 and 2 rated heating jackets can be designed to specifically fit containers that don’t fall within SBH’s standard range of heating jackets. Key features of the InteliHeat Flexiplus heating jackets include silicone coated glass cloth outer construction with high density fibreglass insulation; safe operating conditions maintained even in the presence of potentially explosive gases; and standard 240V AC supply eliminating need for transformers.
New U.S. offshore oil and gas drilling rules seen imminent Move in response to Deepwater Horizon disaster expected to toughen regulation of blowout preventer.
partially closed. However these valves came within 1.4 inches of sealing the well—but remained open, allowing crude oil to escape.
The Obama administration is expected to propose in the coming days an offshore oil and natural gas drilling regulation aimed at preventing the kind of explosion that erupted five years ago on BP ’s Deepwater Horizon rig, killing 11 people and causing the biggest offshore oil spill in U.S. history.
Later, a different federal investigation by the Chemical Safety Board concluded the pipe running from the floating drilling platform to the subsea oil well buckled, making it impossible for the blowout preventer to cut it and seal off the well. Last year, a member of the investigation said pipe buckling could render even the best maintained blowout preventers unable to shut down a well in an emergency.
The Interior Department draft rule, which has long been expected by the industry, would impose tougher standards on that blowout preventers, which are designed to seal off oil wells in emergencies. This equipment failed in the April 2010 disaster, which helped lead to the explosion on the BP rig in the Gulf of Mexico. An Interior Department spokeswoman wouldn’t say when the administration would issue the rule. But oil-industry officials say it could come imminently.
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The spokeswoman said the department has issued two major regulations on drilling safety since 2010, including tougher requirements on well casings and cementing practices of wells. She stressed the latest rule would be a continuation of the administration’s policy response to the spill. The new federal rules are focused on the blowout preventer, a several-storey tall set of valves that typically sit on the ocean floor and are designed to sever the well and shut it down in case of an emergency. In 2010, the blowout preventer failed to work as expected, leaving a gushing well on the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. In 2011, engineers working for federal investigators probing the Deepwater catastrophe, said the emergency shut-off valves
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The failure of the blowout preventer has been one focus of investigators, but the investigations into Deepwater Horizon incident found many systemic problems, from poorly designed blowout preventers to poor choices by workers aboard the drilling rig and government oversight that was too close to the offshore drilling industry.
Low Glare LED Luminaire for hazardous areas, a new approach
Abtech, manufacturers of hazardous area electrical equipment have announced the release of the Gamma LG. A low glare LED luminaire incorporating the company’s innovative optical light guide technology, designed to minimise the effects of glare. Glare is defined by the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) as ‘excessive contrast in a visual environment that is distracting’. This can result in a reduction in visual performance, a condition best avoided in heavy industrial environments. The worst instances of this condition are referred to as ‘disability glare’. This occurs when an excessively bright light source comes into direct contact with the eye. An LED by its very nature is a bright point light source, LED luminaires commonly use multiple diodes to form their light engine. As a result this can lead to glare issues. In the industrial or hazardous area environment, there is a requirement for higher lighting levels around pumps and rotating machinery as recommended by the IES and defined in numerous country and site specific standards. This is to ensure equipment is clearly visible and can be easily and safely maintained, day or night. These areas are typically lit by a dedicated white light source. Gareth Bruce, Marketing Manager, explains some of the real world challenges in meeting these levels. “Hazardous and heavy industrial facilities are often
congested with process equipment, pipe-work and structural obstructions. The requirements of the processes being undertaken and the physical constraints of the environment often determine the final location of machinery. This also means that the optimal location for a floodlight or lowbay is not always available. The challenge for the lighting designer is how to achieve the required lux levels in such areas without causing excessive glare”. In terms of luminaire design, point light sources of any type have traditionally been concealed within lighting fixtures to reduce the effect of glare. Reflectors are then used to transmit and direct the light out of the body. This often results in the reduction of luminaire efficiency. For LED luminaires, such losses can be dramatic so the focus of product design has been a drive towards ever increasing lumen output, irrespective of glare. In recognition of this problem and in response to client feedback, Abtech have designed low glare LED optical technology. This transmits light from indirectly mounted LEDs into the required field of distribution via a patent pending tubular light guide optic. This technology provides uniform illumination without glare and has been incorporated into the new Gamma LG stainless steel floodlight/ lowbay hybrid luminaire.
“The output provided by the Gamma is that of a clearly defined and high quality white light” explains Bruce. “However if looking directly at the luminaire, the impression is dramatic. Whilst the focal area is well illuminated, there is little glare or visual discomfort in the field of vision. This approach, combined with the maintenance
free characteristics of LEDs, provides lighting designers with a safe and long lasting solution.” The Gamma’s compact form and even optical distribution make it equally suitable for use as either a floodlight or a lowbay. It is ideal for use in height restricted or congested areas where there is a need for higher levels of white light, such as over pumps or rotating machinery.
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Glare resulting from a poorly designed lighting installation is a real health and safety issue for hazardous area operations. The challenge this poses for lighting designers is outlined by Gareth Bruce, Marketing Manager at Abtech along with and new a solution in the shape of the Gamma LED luminaire.
The design of the Gamma has considered the rigours of operation associated with oil and gas production. In addition to harmonic and overvoltage protection (EN61000-3-2 & EN61000-3-3), the control gear features thermal cut off protection to maintain LED life. All Gamma luminaires are supplied with a five year complete system warranty. Designated suitable for use in Zone 2 gas and Zone 21 & 22 dust, the Gamma is both ATEX and IECEx compliant. A Zone 1 version is also pending final certification approval. It is constructed from marine grade stainless steel with toughened glass, stainless steel fixings throughout and is designed to operate within an ambient range of -50°C to +55°C (T3/ T4). These features ensure the luminaire is capable of withstanding the harshest of environments.
“An LED by its very nature is a bright point light source, LED luminaires commonly use multiple diodes to form their light engine. As a result this can lead to glare issues.” Further details can be found at:
www.abtech.eu/products/zone2-lighting/gamma-lg
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Oteac makes £10.25 million acquisition of HVAC&R Oteac, the Aberdeenshirebased integrated fire and safety services organisation, has acquired critical heating, ventilation and air conditioning company HVAC&R Limited (HVAC&R), in a deal worth £10.25 million with funding from Lonsdale Capital Partners and RBS. The company’s acquisition and integration with HVAC&R will create an enhanced engineering services offering for customers’ safety needs, as well as providing opportunities for growth both in the UK and internationally.
Bill Hogarty, Oteac Chief Executive, will oversee both companies and their integration. Lonsdale, which holds a controlling stake in Oteac, has also appointed Alan Wilson to be Non-Executive Chairman of the Group, and he brings a wealth of experience in the sector. HVAC&R’s Managing Director, Raymond Davidson, will remain with the company to provide customer support during the period of integration. Russell Bell, the other company founder, will also be remaining with the company in his current role of Services Director.
Established in 1985, OTEAC is an international service company offering fire and gas detection and suppression systems and related design and engineering services to the oil and gas and marine sectors globally, together with a complementary onshore fire and security business serving large private and public sector clients.
“We have been very impressed by the HVAC&R management team and it is a natural add on to Oteac. Both companies have seen significant growth in recent years and by making this acquisition, and combining these two leading businesses, we are creating a strong customer proposition. We are excited to take on the established competitors within the industry.” David Gasparro, Partner
at Lonsdale Capital Partners.
New hazardous area flameproof enclosure with fully adjustable remote controlled electronic controller
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Quintex have developed and produced a new electronic thermostat contained in a flameproof Ex d type enclosure that can be fully controlled via an infra-red remote control without having to open or switch-off the unit.
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All settings are fully legible through a large inspection window with the operating and actual temperature set points being displayed simultaneously. In addition either a high or low temperature alarm point can be pre-set for remote monitoring. Detection and sensing are carried out with ‘Ex’ type PT100 temperature sensors.
This gives the user full flexibility to operate and adjust process or maintenance temperatures when switched on or energised, exactly matching required site conditions and set parameters.
Having to remove the complete unit to a safe area location before making adjustments and the re-installing is not an acceptable approach.
Electric Trace Heating circuits can be directly connected and operated via the 16A switching capacity of the SPST contacts.
A common problem for electronic type controllers located in hazardous area environments is adjusting and setting the temperature and alarm points. Adjustment normally requires the power supply to be switched-off before opening the flameproof enclosure housing, which then makes setting accurately on site a near impossible task.
Quintex have now thoughtfully eliminated this problem by introducing their EXTC 100 electronic temperature controller in an Ex d housing to the market. This is controlled and adjusted by means of an intrinsically safe remote control infra-red beam. All settings are securely kept and stored, only being accessible via a 4-digit password.
Not only is this hazardous area thermostat used for electric trace heating circuits, it is also ideally suited for other process, thermostatic and heating control applications requiring quick and easy site adjustments and operation.
High pressure filter assemblies announced: All stainless steel for extreme environments
With working pressures up to 20,000 psi (1378 bar), these filters are intended for extreme environments such as those found in the offshore oil industry, chemical processing, hydraulics, power generation, automotive and other demanding applications. The FJV-3 Series high pressure filters use porous metal felt filter elements that employ filter media of thin filaments of non-woven stainless steel, making them ideal for highly corrosive, highly viscous or radioactive applications. Because it is highly porous (up to 85%), metal felt media provides very high flow rates of up to 20 times those of other media while also providing exceptionally long life.
Random fiber filtration (metal felt) can provide absolute particle retention, longer on-stream time and high dirtholding capacity for under 60 micron filter elements. Although more expensive, it often offers clear advantages over wire cloth, sintered metal or non-metallic fibers. Its high temperature, high pressure and corrosion resistance combined with almost unending cleanability, make it highly economical for hostile environments. Metal felt filter elements are often found in demanding applications such as chemical and catalyst recovery, polymer filtration, aerospace, medical and pharmaceutical, nuclear venting, food and beverage and refinery uses. Swift-JB International, LLC is a division of Swift Filters, Inc. Swift designs and manufactures high quality replacement filter elements, custom filter elements, and high pressure filter assemblies for a wide variety of industries.
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Swift-JB International, LLC has announced a line of high pressure T-Type filter assemblies. The assemblies feature all stainless steel construction for both filter housing and for filter elements.
For over 40 years it has been certified as an approved source for the U. S. Department of Defense and private aerospace manufacturers. Swift Filters holds ISO 9001:2008 Design Certification. In 2014, the company was named the winner of its tenth straight Weatherhead 100 Award as one of the fastest growing companies in North East Ohio.
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E LED Lighting shows the way when it comes to LED output When Edison developed the first light bulb, he could never have imagined how technically advanced lighting would become. Where a single LED Floodlight can last for years rather than months. LED floodlighting is now the thing to have, but not all LED Floodlighting is the same, so choosing quality over price can save money in the long run. In theory, a quality LED Floodlight can last for up to 20,000 hours (or longer) so for many years, even where 24 hour a day usage is needed. So how do they do in reality? Actual light output varies considerably between brands, so making the right choice to begin with can make all the difference. To provide a better and safer working environment all lights are supplied at 3900k – natural white with a CRI of 80+. Beam angle options are available to maximise light in critical or working areas and preventing light pollution to the surroundings. International company, E LED Lighting has some bright ideas. Their LED Floodlighting has become a leader through innovation and constant development which sees them implement the very latest technical advances. These qualities give them the edge.
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E LED has developed a range of powerful LED Floodlights for use in marine environments and their attention to detail and quality gives them the edge when it comes to reducing corrosion, providing water tight seals, enabling superior heat dissipation and giving best resistance to oil and chemical corruption. All vital qualities for marine operators.
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So what makes E LED Lighting products so good? Well according to Nick Puttick, the Marine Superintendent on-board Wavewalker BV’s award winning Wave Walker 1 Walking Jack up platform, the E LED lighting on board was a vital part of operational success. With around the clock, working 24 hours a day 365 days a year, continuous bright light was essential for a safe working environment.
“They are very good quality and very easy to fit and they cast out a lot more light than the old ones they replaced.”
Nick Puttick.
LED Floodlights don’t react to vibration and don’t need a replacement light source, so long life is guaranteed. E LED’s
operate at a fraction of the temperature by comparison to conventional floodlights, so are much safer too. All units have full certification. ATEX explosion proof lighting options are available with outputs between 40- 120 watts. The Wave Walker 1 is a walking jackup platform was designed especially for marine operations in rough seas, surf zones, beaches and other intertidal locations. So the LED lighting had to be bright and truly reliable. The lighting they chose was E LED’s 80 watt flood lights. Ten units was enough to provide powerful and continuously reliable lighting across the whole platform. The Wave Walker 1 is currently working on the Gemini Wind Farm just off the Dutch coats and relies on high quality lighting to enable working through the night. E LED Floodlights use ceramic base and chip technology. The drivers are rubber mounted to vibration resistant housings. All fasteners, rings, and nuts, including the bracket, are made of high-quality marine grade A4, 316 stainless steel. Their Floodlights are available in a variety of wattages from 10-120 watts, the halogen equivalent of 50- 1500 watts. Voltage options from 90-305 v AC 50/60 htz and 10-30v DC for some models.
Contamination Monitoring and Filtration for Offshore Applications
70–80% of all failures on hydraulic systems are due to contaminants in the hydraulic fluid.
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Increasing demand boosts sales for Deep Casing Tools
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Deep Casing Tools has seen an increase in demand for its casing and completion technology products. This development has resulted in sales in excess of half a million pounds this year to new clients alone. Deep Casing Tools provides a range of innovative tools designed to land casing and completions at target depth within oil or gas wells. Supply agreements signed with major contractors in Malaysia and Vietnam earlier this year has increased sales from local operators. More than 30 tools have already been dispatched this year to the Middle East, Far East, the USA and Canada, increasing the number of tools sold to 270.
Deep Casing Tools’ drill-thru turbine motor provides significant time and cost savings when compared to conventional methods. With the new ability to ream while running in, the casing can be run sooner while the hole is in best condition, eliminating wiper trips and open hole exposure time.
“New clients in Europe, the Far East and the United States have increased tool demand to improve the well construction process. A combined office and warehouse facility was established in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) in the United Arab Emirates earlier this year to support the growing customer base in the Middle
and Far East. Additional sales and operational personnel were employed to support increased demand which has resulted in new orders. Trials are also underway with new operators in the Far East, which should continue a successful year for the company.”
Lance Davis, Director of Deep Casing Tools.
Accura aims to strike gold with partnership Two Midlands based businesses have teamed up to provide the oil and gas industry with a unique component that is set to realise significant returns. Accura Group Limited, based in Wolverhampton and Peterborough based Advanced Interactive Materials Science Limited (AIMS) have come together to manufacture, using the HIPing process, Venturi Flow Meters that accurately measure the flow of oil and gas as it comes out of the ground.
What makes this Venturi Flow Meter unique is the accuracy and longevity of the product that is formed by AIMS using HIPed powder metallurgy and near-net shaping techniques and then precision machined by Accura to achieve internal engineering tolerances of two microns.
Replacing Venturi Flow Meters is a difficult and costly process, so components with high quality uniform material properties and highly engineered dimensional tolerances that reduce manufacturing risk and maintenance costs offer something the oil and gas industry is keen to exploit.
Accura has an exclusive licence to market and sell the HIPed Venturi Valve globally. Accura, established 30 years ago, is a specialist alloy and tooling supplier and manufacturer for the world’s most demanding engineering industries, specialising in oil and gas, aerospace and automotive.
AIMS is part of Alycidon Capital, located in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. Managing Director Mark Hodgkins, said: “We are delighted to be teaming up with another Midlands business established in the global oil and gas market that shares our passion for delivering the highest quality products that minimise manufacturing risk and maintenance costs.
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Accura’s Chief Executive David Williams said: “This new Venturi Flow Meter manufacturing technology is outstanding when it comes to performance, longevity, accuracy and integrity. With this product’s mechanical properties and dimensional accuracy that more than meet the stringent oil and gas subsea standards, there is quite simply nothing like it in the marketplace.
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“It is truly exciting and I believe the quality and performance standards achieved by AIMS and Accura will become the benchmark must-have Venturi Flow Meter globally. We have already received serious interest from various global oil and gas clients in North America, Asia and Europe.”
“The AIMS team has been working hard to perfect various HIPed and near-net shaped components which are at the cutting edge of manufacturing technology. This new product type highlights the quality standard of AIMS’ powder containments used in HIPing and near-net shaping and the precision machining capability of Accura. Our partnering allows complex precision structures to be manufactured using a truly uniform and predictable process.”
Large Litre Meter flow assurance order goes down under to Ichthys as crystals which may block pipelines and valves, impeding the transfer of oil and gas. This can result in a shutdown and the risk of explosion or unintended release of hydrocarbons into the environment.
A shipment of 45 positive displacement flowmeters is heading to the Ichthys liquid natural gas field off Western Australia via Litre Meter’s South Korean distributors S-TEK.
“The size and complexity of this project demonstrates Litre Meter’s ability to customise its meters to suit a range of applications that require accurate yet robust solutions.
Central to the project are three different sizes of meter, V125, HF40 and HF60, each of which had to be built to a degree of customisation that could not be matched by other suppliers working on the topside element of the project. They are destined for a chemical injection skid constructed in South Korea for the Ichthys platform in the Browse Basin in the Timor Sea.
Subsea repairs and the associated loss of production are high cost, so protecting deep-water well bores from hydrate formation, plugging and organic fouling is a major flow assurance concern in offshore operations.
Under conditions of low temperature and high pressure, gas hydrates can solidify
Hydrate prevention strategies provide protection during normal operation, start-up and shutdown.
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One of the largest orders for chemical injection flowmeters from UK flowmeter specialist Litre Meter (www.litremeter. com) is on its way ‘down under’.
Litre Meter’s VFF flowmeter is ideally suited for use in the oil and gas industry and in particular for low flow / high pressure applications”. Litre Meter CEO Charles Wemyss.
TECDOS Omega Drive for maritime horizontal & vertical drive applications TECDOS conveyor & drive solutions for maritime applications have been designed to meet the increasing demand for drive solutions based on round steel link chains across the offshore industry. RUD’s TECDOS components and modules offer solutions for a wide variety of maritime applications for moving, pulling, lifting, telescoping, pivoting and swiveling. One of the latest developments is the
TECDOS Omega drive, a tough drive used across a variety of offshore environments for horizontal and vertical drive applications. The drive is used to pull, push, pivot, swivel structures, beams or cranes.
TECDOS drives are increasing popular
For the wind power and the offshore wind industry in particular, TECDOS chain solutions are used in applications such as wind blade production and wind blade installation. TECDOS has also been used for projects such as wind tower installations and maintenance.
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TECDOS Omega drives are easy to install, tolerates misalignment and heat elongation and does not produce reaction forces. It is less prone to damage when used on ice, sand, heat or other challenging environments. The Omega drive has been used across the offshore industry for projects such as moving ship cranes, traversing a machine or tracking solar panels to the sun to name a few.
across the offshore industry due to RUD’s highly wear resistant round steel chains that are used in the drives. They are extremely robust, offer three-dimensional mobility and provide a high resistance to corrosion due to the vigorous surface coating that is applied to the chain.
RUD offer standard and bespoke solutions to meet even the most demanding project requirements.
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Offshore supplier Barrier launches new company Barrier Group has launched a new company, which will support its activities in the offshore and marine industries with the manufacturing of specialist products. Barrier Syntech, which will be based within the group’s site in Wallsend, North Tyneside, will manufacture Thermal Jackets and Fire Protection Jackets, which are used to thermally insulate and
fireproof pipework and ductwork in the oil & gas and petrochemical markets. Creating 15 new jobs, Barrier Syntech will also produce insulation products including pre-formed pipe insulation, subsea insulation, pre-formed fire protection for structural steel and blast walls, whilst the architectural products include modular accommodation and steel furniture. The company has been launched, with an initial investment of ÂŁ150,000 in new machinery.
New extra strong rack drive makes light of lifting heavy loads. The launch of the new Extra Strong Rack drive (ESR) from Hepcomotion combines high quality materials together with an advanced manufacturing process to provide a single rack drive capable of 5000N lifting force. Cartesian gantries used in heavy lifting applications often require two Z axes linked together, with two racks fitted to the structure separately in order to provide sufficient lifting force. A single larger rack, of course, is always an option but this will mean a considerable increase in the rack module size and the appropriate larger pinion to match.
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The ESR rack has been specially developed to address this issue by achieving a high lifting capacity in a limited amount of space. The rack is used singularly although double arrangements can be configured for particularly heavy loads.
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In common with the guides from the Hepco Heavy Duty HDS2 system, the rack is integral with the V guide. This ensures excellent parallelism with the guide V running surface offering smooth motion over the entire travel length. There is also the time saved from not having to set two components parallel when a separate rack and guide are used. The guide size with the advanced ESR product is slightly thicker than the standard HDS2 guide with a mod 5 hardened rack cut over a 28mm face width. The controlled hardening process contributes greatly to the capacity obtained together with high precision rack machining ensuring accurate pitch error control. Rail lengths produced as standard are just under 2 metres with longer lengths achieved by butting.
The whole package is complimented by a hardened and ground 15 tooth pinion that can be easily fitted into standard HDS2 carriage plates. The design enables a geared motor / flange arrangement to be located directly to the carriage, taking up minimal space. ESR guides can be used on their own mounted to own made structures but for simplicity and cost benefits they are normally used with HDS2 beams HB25C or HB25. Both beams are the default choice for Z axes in XYZ gantry designs produced by Hepco. V bearings to suit can be selected from 64, 95 and 120mm diameters depending on any offset or twisting load conditions. A standard lubrication facility is available for both rack and V guide running surfaces providing a long and trouble free service life.
IMI Critical Engineering quartet join forces at Achema slide, gate and goggle valves as well as heading and unheading devices for delayed coker processes.
Acquired last year, IMI Bopp & Reuther is a pioneer in valves for the nuclear, power, and process sectors. IMI TH Jansen specialises in butterfly and gate valves for iron & steel, chemical and petrochemical processing, and water and power plants, while IMI Zikesch is a leader in the manufacture of steam and water control valves and service. IMI Z&J’s products are designed for very high temperature applications and include
A leading global event for the chemical and process engineering sectors, Achema welcomed decision makers and specifiers seeking innovative solutions for their applications. Prior to the event, Mike Semens-Flanagan of IMI Critical Engineering said:
“All the leading players in global process industry will be at Achema which over the past 30 years has established itself as the premier forum to promote the latest technologies for a variety of sectors. Our offering combines decades of sector experience with unparalleled innovation in materials and design, making IMI Critical Engineering a key strategic partner to the leading players in power, oil & gas, petrochemical, iron & steel and many other process industry sectors.”
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Jansen and IMI Z&J (Zimmermann & Jansen) showcasing the latest safety relief valves and pressure relief valves which have been designed using the latest materials to offer premium uninterrupted performance in extremes of temperatures, pressure and exposure to corrosion.
Strainstall successfully designs, manufactures and delivers bespoke, high accuracy and large capacity load cells to China. • Strainstall selected to provide large, bespoke and high accuracy load cells. • Unprecedented accuracy achieved in both tension and compression. • Manufactured triple bridged tension and compression load cells at 400, 500 and 2000TE. • 2000TE load cell proof loaded to 3000TE in compression.
Strainstall’s international reputation and expertise in bespoke load monitoring solutions. Our client had unprecedented requirements for accuracy which is why they came to us and we were able to exceed their requirements in both tension and compression.” This contract further develops Strainstall’s offering to the Chinese market, where the potential for ongoing growth is significant for Strainstall as its one of the fastest growing countries in terms of revenue for the company.
Strainstall, part of James Fisher and Sons plc, was commissioned to design and manufacture a range of load cells, including a 2000TE load cell, delivered to China in quick turnaround for a client’s specific requirement.
“Having successfully supplied load cells to the same company last year,” Simon Everett, Managing Director of Strainstall, explained “this contract award is a reflection of our ability to meet and exceed customer demands, and clearly demonstrates
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These large load cells are to be used as part of a certified test machine that will measure the strength of a wide range of materials. Strainstall’s high precision tension and compression load cells offer greater stability and reliability, with the 2000TE cell proof loaded to 3000TE in compression and accuracy at 0.3% for all load cells provided.
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