PETROJARL I
- BRPJL
- Latitude: -24.125
- Longitude: -41.885
- East Coast South America
- Offshore Terminal in Bahamas
Location: Bahamas
Marine Port Description and Specifications: PETROJARL I in the Bahamas
1. Port Overview:
- PETROJARL I is not a traditional marine port but a Floating Production, Storage, and Offloading (FPSO) vessel, which means it is stationed offshore rather than being a port infrastructure on the coastline.
- Located in the territorial waters of the Bahamas, which is known for its maritime logistics and petroleum-related services.
2. Geographical Position:
- Jurisdiction: The Bahamas
- Coordinates: Specific coordinates would depend on the exact positioning at the time as FPSOs can move within the field.
3. Vessel Type:
- The PETROJARL I is an FPSO unit designed for offshore oil and gas production.
- Capable of processing and storing crude oil, and can offload processed oil to tankers for transportation.
4. Key Specifications:
- Length Overall (LOA): Typically around 215 meters
- Beam (Width): Approximately 32 meters
- Depth: Around 18 meters
- Storage Capacity: Usually around 230,000 barrels of crude oil
- Processing Capacity: Around 46,000 barrels per day
- Accommodation: Can house a crew of up to 60 personnel, including production and marine crew.
- Mooring System: Anchored using a spread mooring system tailored for specific field conditions.
5. Operations:
- Oil Production: Equipped with topside facilities for crude oil processing.
- Gas Handling: Can handle associated gas production, usually involving gas compression and flaring systems.
- Offloading: Using buoy loading systems or tandem mooring for transferring oil to shuttle tankers.
- Power Generation: Self-sufficient with onboard power generation units, typically gas turbines or diesel generators.
6. Safety and Environment:
- Equipped with advanced safety systems including fire and gas detection, emergency shutdown systems, and lifeboats.
- Environmental protection measures in place, such as oil spill response equipment and waste management systems compliant with international standards, like MARPOL.
7. Support Services:
- Secured logistic supply lines from the Bahamas for provisions, spare parts, and personnel transfers.
- Regularly serviced and maintained in accordance with class rules and safety standards.
8. Administration and Regulations:
- Operated under the jurisdiction of Bahamian maritime authorities.
- Conforms to international maritime laws and standards set by organizations such as the IMO (International Maritime Organization) and class societies, usually under DNV GL or equivalent.
9. Nearby Support Facilities:
- Bahamian ports like Freeport or Nassau may offer support services such as shipyard facilities, bunkering, crew changes, and medical services.
10. Communication:
- Equipped with comprehensive communication systems including satellite communication, VHF radios, and internet connectivity for operations management and contact with onshore bases.
These specifications provide a general picture of the PETROJARL I FPSO vessel's capabilities and operational framework within the maritime domain of the Bahamas. The vessel plays a crucial role in offshore oil and gas production, storage, and offloading processes in the region.
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