SLB OneSubsea Awarded Subsea Compression Upgrade for Gullfaks Field
SLB, a global energy technology provider, has announced that its OneSubsea™ joint venture has secured an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract from Equinor to modernize the subsea compression system at the Gullfaks field in the Norwegian North Sea.
As part of the agreement, SLB OneSubsea will supply two next-generation compressor modules to replace the original units installed in 2015 for the world’s first multiphase subsea compression system. The upgraded compressors are designed to deliver higher differential pressure and increased flow capacity, supporting improved hydrocarbon recovery and extending the operational lifespan of the field. By integrating the new modules into the existing subsea infrastructure, the project aims to limit production downtime and optimize 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.
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