JDR Cable Systems has secured a contract with Australian company Amplitude Energy for the supply of underwater control umbilicals for the East Coast Supply Project, located off the coast of Victoria.
This agreement strengthens the participation of European suppliers in the development of energy infrastructure in Australia, particularly in projects aimed at ensuring the supply of gas at a regional level.
Regarding the manufacture of submarine umbilicals
According to official information, JDR will manufacture approximately 18 kilometers of hydraulic control umbilicals, with the possibility of extending the supply by an additional 13 kilometers depending on the drilling results.
These systems include electrohydraulic thermoplastic umbilicals designed for subsea production control. The contract also covers associated equipment such as termination assemblies, connection heads, and electrical and hydraulic lines.
The complex will be key to operating the subsea infrastructure connected to the Athena gas plant, a facility with a processing capacity of up to 150 terajoules per day, intended to supply both homes and industries in Victoria and South Australia.
Integration with existing infrastructure
In addition to supplying new systems, the umbilicals are designed to integrate with the existing subsea infrastructure in the project area. This strategy maximizes the value of existing assets and optimizes the operational efficiency of the offshore development.
Furthermore, the equipment will be transported in coils from the United Kingdom to Australia, aligning with the offshore installation campaign planned for the end of 2027.
Manufacturing will take place at JDR’s Hartlepool facility, where the company concentrates its industrial capacity for complex subsea projects. Local suppliers of materials and components will participate in this process, further strengthening the national supply chain.
JK Lim, the company’s regional sales manager, highlighted that this contract reflects JDR’s ability to provide reliable solutions in demanding offshore environments, while also contributing to long-term energy supply in Australia.
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