New company for construction of fpso topside modules. Many equipment are located on the limited hull space. The fpso s hull is approximately 227m long and 50m wide, with a total oil storage capacity of 800,000bbls and gas production capacity of 8bcm billion cubic metres per annum. This paper addresses the unique structural challenges associated with the design and analysis of topside module support structures for installation on fpso decks. The project consisted of a 70,000 bpd and 90 mmscfd floating production storage and offloading fpso facility. The topside process modules are designed to separate the produced water and the gas from the crude oil. Gtl fpsoan alternative solution to offshore stranded gas. Its position has been determined in the fully loaded condition, considering separately hull, tanks and topsides. Otc 23439 jubilee field fpso a fast track delivery success r. Plus we handle all of the intricate piping between modules. Floating production and storage vessel capability safe, efficient, costeffective delivery. A parametric study on the use of passive fire protection. Ten project director the ten project has been executed by a multinational, multidisciplinary team. South korean shipbuilder samsung heavy industries has completed the first deck stacking operation for topsides modules of enis coral south.
Optimal equipment layout in the topsides module of. Usually built in modules, fpso production equipment can consist of water separation, gas. Keys to success floating lng power vessel technology. A layout is a structured arrangement of items within certain limits. First deck stacked for topside modules of enis coral flng. Many fpso projects have suffered cost schedule overruns which often starts at the integration phase. While it is primarily aimed at offshore modules, many of the recommendations may be equally applicable to onshore oil and gas plants. The module layout of a typical fpso has been depicted in fig. Optimal module layout of topsides of offshore plant. As a conventional measure to mitigate structural failure under fire, passive fire protection pfp coatings are widely used on main structural members. Structural design and analysis of fpso topside module supports lars o. We have worked on more than 100 successful projects, amassing over 300,000 metric tonnes, spread over the following categories. We also build subsea manifolds, buoys and skidded packages.
Topsides module supports viking systems has worked on projects involving both fourpoint and multipoint support systems where the structural arrangement approach may be based on stools, support frames, and gusset plating, as well as module pancake structure arrangements of both plate and girder type and tubular construction types. Rr489 structural strengthening of offshore topsides. Specifically, this paper addresses the loading on the interface stool structures while subjected to loads originating from hull girder deformation, fpso tank pressure loads, and topside inertial loads due to vessel motions. Detailed design and construction of the hull of a floating, production, storage and offloading fpso unit. A field development using an fpso involves subsea facilities, flowlines, risers, shuttle tankers and or export pipelines.
Toyo provides epc for topsides facilities crude oil production facilities on the deck to be equipped on. Integration issue 1 many bid teams experience problems for estimating and scheduling the topsides integration work. It will have about 16 topsides modules with a total weight of over 14,000 metric tons, processing 140,000. Guide to fpso floating production storage and offloading. The interrelationships amongst a number of key parametersaspects of installation process of a topside module such as weight control, heavy lifting and rigging consideration, local fem analysis of.
While the guidance notes make references to these because of interfaces between them and the fpso installation, guidance on these topics is outwith the scope of these guidance notes. Scribd is the worlds largest social reading and publishing site. Gas dehydration oil processing water injection co 2 removal gas compression power generation record fpso topside epc toyo has been awarded nine fpso topsides projects since. The placement of the modules depends on all of the following critria. This is the section of the line from the seabed to the topside. The base case and usual governing design condition for the module is the need to lift it onto the fpso. For this fpso floating production storage and offloading vessel project, the topside process modules are designed to treat the produced fluid into crude oil and fuel oil. From the outset, the project leadership team promoted a one team culture across partners and contractors alike. Structural design and analysis of fpso topside module supports. In addition, the weight information is a key factor that affects the building cost and the production period of the fpso plant. The inlet design flow rate is over 150,000 barrels of water per day together with over 10,000 barrels of oil per day. With a total weight of approximately 6,500 metric tons, the topsides modules were installed onto a converted fpso hull.
A structural weight estimation model of fpso topsides. The processing equipment aboard the fpso is similar to what would be found atop a production platform. Spread moorings benign conditions any water depth jacket or tower moorings moderate conditions shallow waters turret moorings any conditions and water depth 46. Fire is a continuous threat to fpso topside modules as large amounts of oil and gas are passing through the modules. We know that topside construction is only one facet of. This operating model leverages the expertise of a process company, engineering company and fabrication company to coordinate, design and construct the topsides modules. Standardization adds value to fpso topsides offshore. Otc 23439 jubilee field fpsoa fast track delivery success. Sonamet yard at lobito angola has fabricated 5 topside modules and the suction piles for the mooring of the fpso at the offshore site. However, an excessive use of pfp coatings can cause considerable cost. The topside of a spar like the aasta hansteen and the topside modules on an fpso are supported with fewer, but larger columns and beams. Fpso costs are highly variable and particular project conditions must be carefully considered, such as the scope of work in question e. Plus we handle all of the intricate piping between modules, including those requiring exotic materials. Structural design and analysis of fpso topside module.
Sembcorp marine wins technipfmc contract for engineering. Exterran has the capabilities to build any type of topside you may need. The module will be subjected to transportation, installation, and operating loads. This was supported by quarterly aligned and on track sessions, which brought partners and major contractors together. Pdf installation engineering of topside modules on ship. The deep water quayside has been designed to berth vlcc sized fpsos, and includes repair facilities and lifting capability for fpso topsides module integration. Dnvglosc102 structural design of offshore ships rules and.
Benefits and limits of fpso standardisation for distribution. Engineering, procurement and commissioning of topside module supply with this expertise, ivgroep can take care of the complete engineering for modification, upgrade, newbuild and tanker conversion projects as well as support its clients throughout all project phases. Hulls layout mechanical handling fire zones fpso bc10 modules bc10 change. The documents are available free of charge in pdf format. Innovative ship and offshore plant design snu open courseware. Ability to spec intricate piping, including exotic metals. The p63 fpso will have 16 topsides modules with a total weight of over. For sbm, this generally means the placement of modules and epuipment on the deck of hull. New production topsides, which consist of multiple modules, are integrated on the deck of a converted tanker to form a complete production facility.
Modec along with its subcontractors quickly integrated previously engineeredconstructed modules into a comprehensive topsides design meeting the agreed functional specifications. Fpso topsides module supports and hull integration design. The produced gas is exported, reinjected, or combusted suardin et al. Advanced methods to determine the interaction between topside installations and the hull structure of fpso and flng units. Fixed platforms integrated, process, production, drilling, wellhead and accommodation modules water injection, compression, power generation, living quarters fpsos modular fabrication and integration of topsides facilities onshore plants preassembled. Fpso and fpso topsides costs project controls portal. Engineering, procurement and construction of hull, living quarters and topside modules for technipfmcs newbuild floating production storage and offloading. Key considerations affecting topside design such as clearance requirements under the modules for piping and inspection, frame spacing, longitudinal spacing of fpso and flng hull structure and explosion scenarios.
Floating production storage and offloading an overview. We provide fullservice construction of fpso topsides like no other company. The lifts mark the start of the topsides integration phase for the central processing facility cpf and the floating production, storage and offloading fpso unit. Specialized team from project management, engineering, quality, production, supply chain and operations. The support structure of the topsides is a truss structure. Mismatch between topsides bay spacing and vessel framing. Chiyoda will work with the marine consultantcontractor, shipyard fabricator and topsides fabrication contractor from the initial stage to establish optimum and competitive design and execution plans for the topsides, hull, and turret, if necessary and to provide a fully. Blast analysis of offshore topside structures tu delft. Ahts psv fpso drill ship semisub product fpso topside epc toyo provides epc for topsides facilities crude oil production facilities on the deck to be equipped on fpso. Pdf detailed design and construction of the hull of a.
Ichthys lng lifts topside modules onto cpf and fpso hulls. Emphasis is given to the design and analysis of lifting unique components to meet the stringent installation requirements. Fpso guide to fpso topside process modules fabrication. Introduction to the fpso floating production, storage and offloading system principles. The first step consists of determining the position of the cog. The goal is to keep module weight under critical values to facilitate its installation by the shipyards quayside lifting device. Integrated flow solutions provides process packages, mechanical packages, and utility packages for floating production, storage, and offloading units. The contract includes fabrication and integration of various topside modules, as well as installation of ownerfurnished equipment. Williams m, xiaozhi wang m, donald liu f this paper addresses the unique structural challenges associated with the design and analysis of topside module support structures for installation on fpso. A fpso receives production fluids from subsea oil reservoirs via risers, which is separated on the deck into oil, gas, and water. Williams m, xiaozhi wang m, donald liu f this paper addresses the unique structural challenges associated with the design and analysis of topside module support structures for installation on fpso decks.
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