PETROJARL BANFF

• Latitude: 57.4384
• Longitude: 10.5573
• Offshore Terminal in UK

Location: United Kingdom UK

Marine Port Description and Specification: PETROJARL BANFF

General Overview:

• Location: UK Continental Shelf, Centered on the Banff oil field
• Type: Floating Production Storage and Offloading Vessel (FPSO)
• Operator: Teekay Corporation

Specifics of PETROJARL BANFF FPSO:

1. Purpose:

   • It is used for the production, processing, and storage of oil and gas extracted from the Banff oil field.

2. Structural Specifications:

   • Hull Type: Custom-built FPSO.
   • Length: Approx. 240 meters
   • Beam: Approx. 42 meters
   • Storage Capacity: Around 850,000 barrels of oil

3. Processing Capabilities:

   • Oil Production Capacity:
     • Designed to process up to 65,000 barrels of oil per day.
   • Gas Handling Capacity:
     • Capable of handling up to 3 million standard cubic meters of gas per day.

4. Mooring System:

   • The vessel is moored using a turret mooring system that allows it to rotate freely around the mooring point, optimizing energy efficiency and stability during operations.
   • This system is essential for its operation in the harsh environmental conditions of the North Sea.

5. Safety Features:

   • Equipped with advanced safety technologies including emergency shutdown systems, firefighting equipment, and lifeboats.
   • It also complies with international regulations for environmental protection and worker safety.

6. Operational Features:

   • Loading/Unloading: Direct offloading capabilities to shuttle tankers
   • Crew Accommodation: Designed for a crew complement necessary to operate the onboard facilities 24/7.

7. Support Infrastructure:

   • Regularly supported by offshore supply vessels for crew changes, delivery of supplies, and other logistical needs.
   • Connected to subsea infrastructure for the Banff and surrounding oil fields through a network of pipelines.

8. Weather Conditions:

   • North Sea conditions, characterized by high waves, strong winds, and cold temperatures, necessitating robust and reliable design features.

9. Navigation and Communication:

   • Equipped with modern navigational systems, including radar, GPS, and communication equipment ensuring constant contact with onshore support and other vessels.

PETROJARL BANFF FPSO stands out due to its operational efficiency, safety features, and ability to withstand the harsh environmental conditions of the North Sea, making it a critical component in the oil extraction and processing operations of the Banff oil field.