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Pontoon Barge Float–Over Installation Study


  • Timeline: 2008
  • Location: Bohai bay, China
  • Water Depth: 25m
  • Operator: CNOOC
  • Client: CNOOC

Project Description:
ODL was contracted from CNOOC to perform the study of using “pontoon barge” float over installation method for Bohai bay Platform installation.

ODL Scope of Work:
ODL performed the pontoon barge, loadout, transport and float over installation study for Bohai bay platform installation.

Key Details:
Performed the catamaran transport design and analysis for topsides weights from 8000MT to 18000Mt.
Developed pontoon barge float over installation procedures.
Performed pontoon barge float over installation engineering analysis ( includes stand-off; entry; mating; exit.).