Ultra-deepwater Dry Tree System for Drilling and Production in the Gulf of Mexico

10121-4405-02

Primary Performer
Det Norske Veritas

Additional Participants
Houston Offshore Engineering
Kvaerner Field Development

Abstract
Researchers will select two promising platform designs, with associated riser tensioning systems, to meet design requirements for a new above sea-level, or "dry tree," production system and perform pre-front end engineering design (pre-FEED) equivalent engineering and cost estimates. Key technically challenged areas and the need for new technologies, which require qualification before being field ready, will be addressed, and associated technology qualification plans will be developed. The researchers will also identify deployment opportunities for each solution with respect to field applications and considerations for overall safety, equipment limitations, fabrication, transportation, installation, and geographical locations.

Principal Investigators: Santhosh Kumar Mony

Project Cost:
DOE share: $2,150,000
Recipient share: $935,000

Project Duration: 1¼ years