McDermott has successfully completed transportation, installation and commissioning activities ahead of schedule for the Kikeh subsea gas lift project, located in deep waters off Malaysia. The operation, contracted to PTTEP Sabah Oil Limited, highlights the company’s efficiency and capability in developing offshore energy infrastructure .
Technical progress on Malaysian offshore project
The project involved the replacement of a gas riser, the installation of a new section of dynamic riser, a flowline and two thermoplastic composite pipe bridges, as mentioned in the contract . All of this at depths close to 1,400 metres, which highlights the level of complexity and technical specialisation required.
According to McDermott, the ahead-of-schedule performance was made possible by detailed planning, rigorous safety protocols and high-level engineering work. The Kuala Lumpur-based company mobilised its resources efficiently, ensuring that operations were carried out smoothly.
Impact on gas production
The Kikeh field, located about 120 kilometres northwest of Labuan Island, is one of the most important gas production facilities in the region. The improvements made will allow for the optimisation of gas supply to the subsea production system, which is connected to the Kikeh FPSO floating storage and offloading vessel.
Mahesh Swaminathan, senior vice president of subsea and floating facilities at McDermott, said the transaction reaffirms the company’s commitment to operational excellence and collaboration with clients on complex offshore projects .
McDermott’s expansion in the region
McDermott’s Kuala Lumpur office has become a strategic hub for deepwater projects. With a growing workforce of over 1,000 employees, the company continues to strengthen its position in the offshore energy infrastructure development market.
The early completion of the Kikeh project strengthens the company’s ability to execute complex projects with high safety standards, advanced engineering and operational efficiency.
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Source: McDermott
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