TechnipFMC Secures Major Subsea Contract for Shell's Bonga North Development in Nigeria
- 21-Dec-2024 5:00 AM
- Journalist: Harold Finch
TechnipFMC has secured a significant contract from Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited to provide Subsea 2.0® production systems for the Bonga North development project in Nigeria. This award encompasses the design and manufacturing of a variety of subsea equipment, including subsea tree systems, manifolds, jumpers, and control systems, as well as related services.
Jonathan Landes, President of TechnipFMC’s Subsea division, expressed the company's pride in continuing its partnership with Shell, noting that Shell was the first to adopt the Subsea 2.0® configure-to-order solution. He emphasized that Shell’s ongoing use of this innovative technology in various basins around the world highlights its commitment to advancing deepwater solutions. Landes further stated that this new contract reinforces TechnipFMC’s position as a leading player in the deepwater sector and strengthens its potential for future opportunities in the region.
The Subsea 2.0® solution represents a cutting-edge approach to subsea production systems, offering enhanced efficiency, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. The technology is designed to streamline the process of designing, manufacturing, and deploying subsea infrastructure, making it an ideal solution for complex deepwater projects like Bonga North. With this contract, TechnipFMC will play a pivotal role in the continued development of Shell’s deepwater operations in Nigeria, contributing to the Bonga North field’s production capabilities.
The Bonga North development is part of Shell's broader strategy to expand its deepwater portfolio and enhance its operational capabilities in Nigeria, a key oil-producing region. The successful implementation of the Subsea 2.0® systems is expected to significantly improve the efficiency and reliability of Shell's subsea production infrastructure, ensuring the continued growth and success of the Bonga North project.
This award marks another milestone in the longstanding relationship between TechnipFMC and Shell, a partnership that has seen the deployment of advanced subsea technologies in various projects around the world. TechnipFMC’s expertise in subsea engineering, combined with Shell’s commitment to innovation, continues to drive progress in the global energy sector. As both companies look to the future, this contract positions them for continued success in the evolving deepwater landscape of Nigeria and beyond.
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