KRAKEN FIELD

• Latitude: 59.9104
• Longitude: 1.26068
• UK Coast & Atlantic
• Offshore Terminal in UK

Location: Enfield Greater London EN1 UK

The Kraken field, located in the UK sector of the North Sea, is an offshore oil field operated primarily by EnQuest PLC. While the field itself is an underwater location that doesn't feature a traditional "marine port," here's some pertinent information about its offshore infrastructure:

Kraken Field Overview:

• Location: Approximately 125 km east of the Shetland Islands, in blocks 9/2b and 9/2c of the UK Continental Shelf.
• Water Depth: Around 110 meters (361 feet).
• Development Concept: Subsea production wells tied back to a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel.

Offshore Infrastructure:

• FPSO Vessel: The Kraken field uses the Armada Kraken FPSO. This floating facility is central to the field’s production, processing, storage, and offloading operations.
  • Capacity: The FPSO has a production capacity of around 80,000 barrels of oil per day (bpd) and a storage capacity of about 600,000 barrels.
  • Processing: The Armada Kraken FPSO processes the extracted hydrocarbons, separates oil from gas and water, and prepares the crude oil for storage and offloading.

Subsea Infrastructure:

• Production Wells: The field includes multiple subsea production and injection wells.
• Subsea Templates: These host the wells and are connected back to the FPSO via subsea manifolds and flowlines.
• Control Umbilicals: Connect the FPSO with the subsea wells for power supply, communication, and fluid injection for reservoir management.

Support and Logistics:

• Supply Chain: Regular marine supply operations are critical, involving supply vessels transporting equipment, supplies, and personnel to the FPSO and support installations.
• Helicopter Transport: Helicopters are often used to transfer personnel to and from the FPSO, given the remote offshore location.

Environmental and Safety Standards:

• Regulations: The Kraken field development adheres to the stringent safety and environmental regulations set forth by UK authorities.
• Monitoring: Continuous monitoring systems ensure operational safety, environmental protection, and efficient production management.

Nearby Support Ports:

As an offshore facility, Kraken doesn't have an adjacent marine port. However, several onshore support bases are critical for logistical operations. These include:

• Sullom Voe Terminal: Located in the Shetland Islands, this terminal is used for logistical support and sometimes serves as a hub for supply vessels.
• Aberdeen: Known as the oil and gas capital of Europe, Aberdeen hosts facilities and services dedicated to supporting North Sea offshore operations.

Notable Points:

• First Oil: Kraken achieved its first oil in June 2017.
• Operational Strategy: EnQuest continues to optimize production techniques and cost efficiencies to maximize recovery from the Kraken field.

This overview provides a snapshot of the Kraken field's offshore infrastructure and operational considerations, highlighting its significance in the UK North Sea oil sector.