SBM Offshore has signed a contract with BP for the wet tow and installation of the Kaskida semi-submersible floating production unit (FPU) in the US Gulf of Mexico, the company said on Wednesday.
The Kaskida field, a greenfield Paleogene development, is located about 400 kilometres southwest of New Orleans in the Keathley Canyon area in the deepwater.
The installation contract showcases SBM Offshore’s expertise in deepwater moorings and builds on its record of more than 150 floating systems installed globally, including 45 FPSOs in deepwater.
SBM Offshore provides floating production solutions to the offshore energy industry, specialising in the design, supply, installation and operation of FPSOs. With over five decades of experience, the company operates across key offshore basins including Brazil, West Africa, the North Sea and Southeast Asia, supporting major oil and gas developments worldwide.
“SBM Offshore’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the offshore industry is highlighted by this project, paving the way for future growth for our installation activities. Our pioneering spirit and deepwater expertise have been key differentiators in securing this contract,” chief business officer Olivier Icyk said.