Global energy technology company SLB has announced that its OneSubsea™ joint venture has been awarded an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract by Equinor to upgrade the subsea compression system for the Gullfaks field in the Norwegian North Sea.
Under the contract, SLB OneSubsea will deliver two next-generation compressor modules to replace the units originally supplied in 2015 as part of the world’s first multiphase subsea compression system. The upgraded modules will increase differential pressure and flow capacity, enhancing recovery and extending field life. Installation within the existing subsea infrastructure will minimize downtime and reduce overall campaign costs.
'This award reflects the strength of our long-standing collaboration with Equinor,' said Andreas Fjellbirkeland, vice president of Processing Systems, SLB OneSubsea. 'By upgrading the existing subsea compression system with next-generation technology, we are supporting Equinor’s long-term recovery strategy for Gullfaks with a more efficient solution to help unlock additional capacity and maximize field recovery.'
Subsea gas compression offers advantages over conventional topside solutions, including reduced energy consumption, more efficient use of topside facilities, and lower CO2 emissions over the system’s lifetime.
Key points
- Equinor has awarded SLB OneSubsea an EPC contract to upgrade the Gullfaks multiphase subsea compression system.
- The project delivers two next generation compressor modules to replace the original 2015 units.
- The upgraded modules will increase differential pressure and flow capacity, enabling higher recovery and extended field life.
- Subsea gas compression provides efficiency and emissions advantages over conventional topside solutions.
Source: SLB OneSubsea
