Lock Down EPCC, Yard Slots and Mobilisation for APAC Completions

What happened

TotalEnergies has named Daewoo E&C as preferred bidder for the Papua LNG central processing facility and wellpads, moving EPCC procurement closer to contracting. The selection follows FEED work and precedes a targeted FID, so long‑lead and marine integration confirmations are now operational priorities. Watch whether the preferred‑bidder status converts rapidly to a signed EPCC and how scope is allocated between CPF, wellpads and subcontractors

Why the category manager should care

Treat preferred‑bidder selection as a real step toward EPCC tendering; secure long‑lead confirmations and provisional slot holds to reduce pass‑through risk

Key facts

• Preferred bidder named for CPF and wellpads
• Project targets a final investment decision in the near term
• Daewoo participated in prior FEED phases with consortium partners

What happened

Golar LNG has placed a repeat FLNG conversion order with CIMC Raffles, expanding its MKII FLNG fleet and signalling strong demand for yard capacity and liquefaction equipment. The order ties shipyard schedules and long‑lead supplier commitments to repeat conversion programmes, with delivery timing governed by yard capacity. Buyers should watch shipyard slot exposure and vendor commitments for long‑lead items that could affect conversion and related EPCC timelines

Why the category manager should care

Repeat ordering at a single yard increases the chance of slot crowding; confirm equipment and yard commitments early to protect schedule

Key facts

• Fourth MKII FLNG order placed with CIMC Raffles
• Conversion project budget reported around $2.45 billion
• Unit delivery expected from the shipyard by year‑end 2029

What happened

Aker BP’s Munin topside reached a major completion and load‑out milestone supported by Mammoet and module deliveries from Thailand, demonstrating active APAC fabrication and complex logistics execution. The load‑out required a narrow tidal window and specialist heavy‑lift planning, signalling constrained logistics capacity for similar module moves. Watch for schedule knock‑on effects to nearby yards and any increase in short‑notice heavy‑lift claims

Why the category manager should care

Active large‑module programmes in APAC mean buyers should verify yard availability and transport logistics when sourcing topside or module work

Key facts

• 9,000‑tonne topside completed and prepared for load‑out
• Module deliveries included fabrication work performed in Thailand
• Load‑out executed within a narrow tidal window requiring specialist lift planning

What happened

WorldOil’s drilling coverage lists recent contract awards and drilling support wins across the region, including work in Malaysia and Bass Strait, indicating steady demand for rigs and completion services. These contract wins are operationally real because they refresh bookings for rigs and associated intervention crews, which shortens availability windows for buyers seeking short‑notice services. Watch supplier quote validities and crew rotation commitments as these contracts move into execution

Why the category manager should care

Treat drilling contract wins as a signal to recheck crew and equipment availability for intervention and completion windows

Key facts

• Notable contract references include Velesto/Chevron Malaysia and Bass Strait support
• Coverage highlights multiple drilling and completion service awards across APAC