Bluewhale Offshore, in alliance with OOS International, has signed a contract for the SSCV Blue Gretha semi-submersible construction vessel, which will service the Bonga North project, developed offshore Nigeria. The unit will be essential for accommodation and heavy lift operations for the project’s EPC contractor, whose end client is Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo).
The contract assigned for the SSCV Blue Gretha
The Blue Gretha is currently undergoing a refit at CIMC Raffles Shipyard in Yantai, China. The refurbishment work is aimed at adapting its capabilities to the demanding requirements of the Nigerian offshore environment.
With a length of 81 meters, capacity to accommodate up to 618 people and two 1800 metric ton Huisman cranes, the vessel is designed to handle heavy lift operations, gangway connections and offshore technical support, highlighting its operational stability in demanding and adverse conditions.
In the Brazilian oil and gas sector, he operated for four years for Petrobrasperforming maintenance activities, critical equipment replacement and logistic support on platforms located in the Campos and Santos basins.
On the other hand, in China, it actively participated in the installation of wind turbines, jackets and piles in renewable energy projects in the South China Sea. In both scenarios, its performance was recognized by both state-owned operators and international EPC contractors. international EPC contractors.
With the new order for the Bonga North project, SSCV Blue Gretha is making its accumulated experience in various energy sectors available to the Nigerian market. This operation represents a convergence between its technical capabilities and Bluewhale’s diversification strategy, which strengthens its commitment to large-scale projects in strategic regions of the global offshore market.
Source and photo: Bluewhale Offshore
