Author: Rigs & Barge World
Seatrium Letourneau USA (SLET), a subsidiary of the Singapore-headquartered provider of offshore, marine, and energy solutions Seatrium, has joined forces with India’s government-owned Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) to bring to life mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs), which will be designed specifically to meet the needs of the Indian offshore market. To make this happen, Seatrium and Cochin have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly design and supply critical equipment for jack-up rigs destined for the Indian market by leveraging the letter’s experience in ship construction and engineering and the former’s technical expertise and design capabilities. “This collaboration…
The Indian government said it has ₹2 trillion (around $23.8 billion) allocated to expand domestic shipbuilding capabilities, breathe new life into the country’s maritime industry and position India among the top five shipbuilding nations by 2047. As informed, this latest effort aligns with the “Maritime India Vision 2030” and the “Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047” strategies. Shipbuilding expansion and policy reforms According to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), expanding the nation’s capacity to build a larger number of vessels annually is the core focus of the initiative. To this end, India reportedly plans to use the financial resources to support the…
San Marine shipyard in Kakinada, India has launched two vessels, Sonalika and Sarovar, to support offshore drilling rigs working on India’s oilfields off the western coast These 34-m vessels have been classed by the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) and are part of a four-vessel contract. Launched simultaneously in April 2024, they are equipped with technologies for handling and towing semi-submersible drilling rigs and have deck space for supplying oil and gas production platforms. “These vessels are the result of collaborative and diligent efforts, and we look forward to their continued success,” said IRS manager in charge of operations on the east coast…
Why We’ve Chosen VR for Oil Rig Training Oil rigs are complex and often hazardous environments. Traditional training methods, which involve on-site simulations or physical mock-ups, can be costly and challenging to manage. Here’s why VR is a perfect fit for our training programs: How VR Elevates Our Training Programs Here’s how our VR training enhances various aspects of oil rig operations: Courses to Get a Job in Oil Rigs We’re proud to offer the Diploma in Oil and Gas Drilling Technology with VR Integration at Arrow Wings Academy. This course provides a unique combination of theoretical knowledge and practical VR training,…
Trailblazing the integration of immersive drilling technology training in India, 3t Drilling Systems has announced a new agreement with the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) for the provision of its simulator technology. The world-leading drilling and well control simulation technology provider, 3t Drilling Systems, part of global training and digital learning powerhouse 3t, will deliver its cutting-edge DrillSIM:6000 simulator to the Institute of Drilling Technology (IDT) in Dehradun, India for this new deal. One of India’s premier research and development centres, the long-established IDT, an educational institute at the ONGC, provides advanced technical knowledge and training to national and…
Abu Dhabi-based NMDC Energy has confirmed the award of a 9.7 billion dirhams (US$2.64 billion) engineering, procurement and construction contract in the United Arab Emirates. NMDC Energy told the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange in a recent announcement that it “has received a letter of award for a local project amounting to 9.7 billion dirhams for an EPC project that is expected to be completed within 57 months, commencing from 31 March 2025”. NMDC Energy did not disclose the project or end client, but Upstream understands that the contract involves work on Package 4 of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s (Adnoc’s)…
Cairn Oil & Gas, India’s largest private operator, has signed a “strategic alliance” with TechnipFMC to speed up subsea infrastructure development for future deepwater projects in the region. The partnership will let Cairn use TechnipFMC’s integrated engineering, procurement, construction and installation (iEPCI) model to “rapidly advance” its deepwater ambitions, according to an announcement of the deal, the value of which was not revealed. TechnipFMC will also offer its integrated front-end engineering and design (iFEED) services to optimise project performance. TechnipFMC signed the deal in Houston, US, with Anil Agarwal, chairman of Cairn parent Vedanta Group, at the CERAWeek by S&P…
From integrating renewable energy sources and implementing green technologies to reducing waste and minimizing carbon footprint, there are numerous ways in which the oil industry is embracing sustainability. Additionally, we will delve into the importance of biodiversity conservation and corporate social responsibility in mitigating the environmental impact of offshore drilling activities.So join us as we dive deep into the realm of sustainable practices for oil rig management. Discover how these innovative solutions not only benefit our planet but also contribute to long-term profitability for companies operating in this sector. Let’s embark on this exciting journey towards a more sustainable future…
Sustainability of Infrastructure: A Crux of India’s growth By Dr. Anand Kumar Tewari, Former Executive Director Indian Oil, Pipelines Division; Chairman AMPP India (Formerly NACE) and Member Governing Council of Natural Gas Society Infrastructure landscape India has witnessed an accelerated growth trajectory for more than a decade. The unprecedented development is associated by majors’ sectors of industry like transport sectors, power and renewable energy, Oil & Gas, Defense production, Fertilizer, Chemicals, Petrochemical, Steel and Cement etc. India is prioritizing infrastructure growth to become a $5 trillion economy soon and a developed nation by 2047. India’s infrastructure sector is all set to become the biggest driver…
US energy firms this week added oil and natural gas rigs for the first time in four weeks, energy services firm Baker Hughes Co said in its closely-followed report on Thursday. The oil and gas rig count, an early indicator of future output, rose by three to 779 in the week to Dec. 22. Baker Hughes released the report a day early due to the upcoming Christmas holiday weekend. Baker Hughes said that puts the total rig count up 193 rigs, or 33 per cent, over this time last year. US oil rigs rose by two to 622 this week, while gas rigs rose one to 155.…