Franklin Offshore, a global leader in rigging and mooring solutions for the energy sector, has announced the successful fabrication and load-out of 12 massive suction piles by its wholly owned subsidiary, CFE Engineers Asia Pte. Ltd. (CFE Engineers).
These structures will be critical in Chevron’s US$4 billion Jansz-Io Compression Project, located offshore Western Australia.
Awarded by Hanwha Ocean (formerly Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering), the project involved the fabrication of 12 suction piles. Manufactured in Singapore, these suction piles were lifted using Franklin Offshore’s NEXUS High Performance Synthetic Sling capabilities, marking them as some of the heaviest ever produced.
Their deployment will support the field control station (FCS), a key component in optimising gas production from the Jansz-Io field.
CFE Engineers has a proven track record in suction pile fabrication, having successfully delivered over 100 customised suction piles for clients in the energy sector. The company’s engineering expertise also positions it well for future opportunities in offshore wind farm projects.
“As the suction pile specialist to the international energy industry, we were honoured to be entrusted with this opportunity,” said Stephen Wong, Managing Director of CFE Engineers. “These impressive structures will play an important role in supporting the Jansz-Io project and enhancing Australia’s energy provision.”
Edmund Chan, COO & Director of Franklin Offshore, added: “The Jansz-Io compression project aims to extend the operational life of the field, and the new mooring system, including the suction piles fabricated by CFE Engineers, is pivotal in achieving this goal. Successfully delivering these mammoth structures underscores the technical and engineering excellence of our team.”
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