Maju 510 Tug: Singapore's First Autonomous Vessel Project Complete
of Ships (SRS) by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA). This certifies the tug’s ability to perform autonomous and remote control navigation in a controlled environment with seafarers on board.As the systems integrator for the autonomous solutions, Keppel O&M, through its technology arm, Keppel Marine and Deepwater Technology (KMDTech), set up the shore command center and upgraded the 65-ton bollard pull Maju 510 by retrofitting advanced systems to generate digital situational awareness and high accuracy positioning and maneuvering.The Maju 510 was outfitted by Keppel O&
Japan, Scotland Invest $25.6m for 'Blue Economy'
A joint initiative between Japan and Scotland, formed two years ago, will see almost $25.6 million invested into underwater technology projects to promote economic growth opportunities in the Blue Economy. Industry body Subsea UK and its technology arm, NSRI, has (9th October 2019) announced that, through a close working relationship between Scottish Enterprise and the Nippon Foundation, $25.5 million will be invested into six R&D projects being developed by 20 companies from Scotland and Japan.Scottish Enterprise is supporting with $7.6 million in R&D funding to 12 Scottish companies
Engineers Aid UK Subsea Diversification Drive
part in helping to enhance the industry’s future prospects and solve its challenges. We are proud as a company to collaborate with NSRI and remain committed to working in partnership with them, to support the subsea sector as it continues to adapt, diversity and advance.” As the technology arm of industry body Subsea UK, NSRI is the focal point for subsea research and development, bringing together industry, developers and academia to collaborate effectively to fast-track the introduction of new technology which and help the UK maintain its global position.
NSRI to Help Companies Get Technology off the Ground
test and development center in the U.K., which is currently in the early planning stages. The facility, which could be in place by 2020, would enable supply chain companies both small and large to test and demonstrate their new technology as well as refine existing capabilities. As the technology arm of Subsea U.K., NSRI is the focal point for subsea research and development, bringing together industry, developers and academia to collaborate effectively to fast-track the introduction of new technology which will unlock the challenges facing North Sea fields and help the U.K. maintain its
NSRI Workshop to Tackle Subsea Storage Challenges
gas fields and access hard to reach fields. “It is vital that we focus on the technologies which will offer safe, cost effective methods to exploit the opportunities in smaller fields and tough sea conditions and move us towards a more complete subsea development solution.” As the technology arm of industry body Subsea UK, NSRI is the focal point for subsea research and development, bringing together industry, developers and academia to collaborate effectively to fast-track the introduction of new technology which will unlock the challenges facing North Sea fields and help the UK maintain
North Sea: Keys Sought to Unlock more Oil
design are efficiency measures which could go some way towards improving the economics of small pools. Near to market concepts and technologies for floating productions units and offshore production buoys were identified as areas which need to be further explored. NSRI is the technology arm of industry body Subsea UK, which represents the country’s £9billion subsea sector. The focal point for subsea research and development in the UK, NSRI brings the subsea industry together with academia and developers to fast-track the development of new technology
Keppel Wins Add-on Mexican Jack-up Order
yard like Keppel FELS will ensure standardisation of high quality rigs delivered safely and on time for our customers. We are also able to reap efficiencies in the construction, training, daily operations and maintenance." Customised to Grupo R's requirements, this rig developed by Keppel's technology arm, Offshore Technology Development, the KFELS B Class rigs incorporate Keppel's advanced and fully-automated high capacity rack and pinion jacking system, and Self-Positioning Fixation System. It will be able to operate in water depths of up to 400 feet and drill to depths of 30,000 feet.
Keppel FELS Sells $210 Million Jackup Rig
jackup rig with such an early delivery schedule. This is an important addition to our current fleet of rigs to expand our fleet through acquisitions and charters to accelerate our drilling program for Vietnam and the overseas market." The KFELS B Class jackup design was developed by Keppel's technology arm, Offshore Technology Development. It is able to operate in water depths of 400 feet, drilling depth of 30,000 feet and accommodate up to 150 men. Readily upgradeable to higher performance capabilities, KFELS B Class rigs incorporate Keppel's advanced and fully-automated high capacity rack
Keppel Delivers Arabian Drilling Company Rig
rig has proven to be the trusted, reliable workhorse of the industry, and has performed excellently in major offshore exploration and development programmes in various locations worldwide. It has been employed by some 20 international drilling operators in over 15 countries. Developed by Keppel's technology arm, Offshore Technology Development (OTD), the KFELS B Class jackup design is able to operate in water depths of up to 400 feet and drill to depths of 30,000 feet which is readily upgradeable to higher performance capabilities. The robust rig incorporates Keppel's advanced and fully-automated
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