Comprehensive FPSO contract to Aibel

07 Mar 2023

Aibel has won a contract for tasks related to the completion of Shell’s Penguins floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) facility.

The Penguins FPSO was constructed in China and arrived at Aibel’s yard in Haugesund for completion in early February. Aibel’s contract with Fluor includes preparation for arrival, temporary construction activities and commissioning assistance.

“Aibel has a long track-record with different FPSO assignments. We are proud to once again being a preferred partner for projects in the UK sector,” says Mads Andersen, President and CEO of Aibel.

The Penguins FPSO is 130 metres high and weighs 32,000 tonnes. It will be operated by Shell UK at the Penguins field in the UK North Sea.

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