FPSO SAXI BATUQUE

  • Latitude: -6.32291
  • Longitude: 11.2829
  • Offshore Terminal in Bahamas

Address: Bahamas

The FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) unit named SAXI BATUQUE is a significant maritime asset used in the offshore oil and gas industry. Below, you'll find a detailed description and specifications of the FPSO SAXI BATUQUE.

Description:

The FPSO SAXI BATUQUE is a specialized vessel designed to process and store hydrocarbons produced from offshore fields and offload these hydrocarbons to shuttle tankers or pipelines. It is typically anchored at a specific location and remains there throughout its operational life, receiving crude oil from subsea wells, processing it, and storing it in its hull until it can be offloaded.

General Specifications:

  1. Name: FPSO SAXI BATUQUE
  2. Vessel Type: Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO)
  3. Owner/Operator: Various operators depending on contracts, typically managed by energy companies or marine service providers.
  4. Location: Although initially located off the coast of Angola, it may be situated in or operate through regions like the Bahamas depending on deployment.

Main Dimensions:

  1. Length Overall (LOA): Approximately 285-300 meters (specific length may vary slightly).
  2. Breadth: Approximately 50-60 meters.
  3. Depth: Around 30-35 meters.
  4. Draft: Typically ranges between 20-25 meters.

Storage Capacity:

  1. Oil Storage Capacity: Around 1-2 million barrels of crude oil, depending on specific configurations and retrofits.
  2. Production Capacity: Capable of processing roughly 100,000-150,000 barrels of oil per day (bopd).

Processing Capabilities:

  1. Oil Separation: Equipment to separate produced oil from gas and water.
  2. Gas Handling: Systems to manage associated gas, whether for reinjection, flaring, or export.
  3. Water Treatment: Facilities to treat and potentially re-inject produced water.
  4. Utilities and Support Systems: Power generation, heating systems, and personnel accommodations.

Mooring System:

  1. Mooring: Typically utilizes a spread mooring system, with multiple anchor lines tethered to the seabed to keep it in position.
  2. Turret: In some configurations, it may feature a turret mooring system allowing it to rotate freely with ocean currents and wind while maintaining a fixed position for the risers.

Offloading Equipment:

  1. Offloading Arms or Hoses: Equipped with flexible hoses or articulated arms to transfer oil to shuttle tankers.
  2. Offloading Rate: Capable of transferring oil at rates typically around 5,000-10,000 barrels per hour, depending on offloading configuration and tanker vessel compatibility.

Safety and Environmental Measures:

  1. Safety Systems: State-of-the-art safety and monitoring systems including fire and gas detection, emergency shutdown systems, lifeboats, and rescue craft.
  2. Environmental Protection: Equipment to minimize environmental impacts, including spill containment measures, waste management systems, and emissions control technologies.

Crewing and Accommodation:

  1. Personnel Capacity: Accommodations for a crew of 50-100 people, including living quarters, recreational facilities, and offices.
  2. Shift Patterns: Crew typically operate on a rotational shift basis, often 2-3 weeks on followed by a similar period off.

Additional Features:

  1. Helideck: A helipad for helicopter operations for crew transfer and logistics.
  2. Subsea Interface: Connections for multiple subsea wells, typically with advanced subsea control systems.

Operational Capabilities:

  1. Weather Resilience: Designed to operate in harsh offshore environments, with systems in place to withstand rough seas and adverse weather conditions.
  2. Longevity: Built for long-term deployment, often capable of operating for 20-30 years with regular maintenance and upgrades.

Important Notes:

  1. Regulatory Compliance: Adheres to international maritime standards and local regulations where it operates.
  2. Flexibility: Can be relocated to different offshore fields as required, though this involves significant logistical efforts.

Operators:

While specific operators can change based on contracts, entities such as SBM Offshore, MODEC, BW Offshore, or associated energy companies may be involved in the management and operation of FPSO SAXI BATUQUE.

Because details about specific locations and operations can vary over time, always check the latest reports or contact the operator for the most current information.

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