Secure decommissioning slots as vessel, yard demand tightens

” According to the European engineering player, the project represents a significant technical achievement and reinforces its capability to deliver fast-track offshore solutions for challenging and time-critical projects. CoreMarine provided project management, engineering, procurement and operational services, delivering an integrated solution that enabled the safe release of the FLNG vessel after years of operation off the coast of Cameroon

The fast-tracked campaign relied on a bespoke disconnection methodology developed by the Norwegian firm, which led the project end-to-end and claims to have curbed offshore execution time and cost while holding the line on safety and operational certainty. Gerardo Rodriguez, Lead Project Manager of CoreMarine, commented: “The technical complexity and fast-track nature of this project highlight CoreMarine’s engineering expertise and our ability to deliver demanding offshore solutions within tight timeframes

FLNG Hilli Episeyo concludes its assignment offshore Cameroon; Source: CoreMarine The approach is perceived to have simplified offshore operations, reduced execution time and cost, and enabled the safe and efficient delivery of the campaign, which was completed in line with project objectives, maintaining a strong focus on safety, operational efficiency and execution certainty throughout all phases of the work

Home Fossil Energy Lloyd’s Register assists with LNG carrier-to-FSU conversion for African gas project August 19, 2026, by UK-based classification society Lloyd’s Register (LR) is supporting the life extension of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier (LNGC) being repurposed into a floating storage unit (FSU), helping lay the groundwork for Gabon’s emerging floating gas infrastructure and a wider push to unlock Africa’s offshore gas potential. LNG Bayelsa being converted to FSU LNG Cap Lopez; Source: Dixstone Ll

Lloyd’s Register’s involvement spans the full scope of conversion and life-extension activities, providing classification, plan approval, survey and technical oversight to ensure that all modifications meet stringent safety, structural, and regulatory requirements

LR, which is working closely with Dixstone Lower Gulf FZCO and the shipyard to help assure the integrity and long-term operability of the asset in its new role, claims that such projects are increasingly seen as a faster and more cost-effective alternative to newbuild solutions, particularly for offshore gas developments. Sean Van der Post, Global Offshore Business Director at Lloyd’s Register, commented: “The FSU LNG Cap Lopez conversion reflects increasing momentum behind LNG carrier conversions and floating

Source: TGS A Ramform Titan-class vessel will mobilize for the project in the fourth quarter of 2026, with the survey expected to have a duration of approximately 110 days

By combining the industry-leading capacity of our Ramform Titan-class vessels with our proprietary GeoStreamer technology, we are well positioned to deliver superior data quality and help our client unlock new resource potential in the Mediterranean. ” This comes as TGS announced the Sarawak Phase 4 multi-client program offshore Malaysia, covering approximately 1,020 square kilometers, as well as the establishment of a strategic collaboration with Chevron to advance next-generation seismic imaging technology

By combining the industry-leading capacity of our Ramform Titan-class vessels with our proprietary GeoStreamer technology, we are well positioned to deliver superior data quality and help our client unlock new resource potential in the Mediterranean

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