McDermott has recently been selected by QatarEnergy LNG to execute an EPCI contract as part of the North Field South (NFS) Offshore Pipelines and Cables Project. This new agreement adds to McDermott’s previous awards for the NFS Pipelines FEED, the NFS Jackets EPCI, as well as the NFXP Topsides and Pipelines, including the NFS Topsides.
The NFS project aims to supply feed gas for two new LNG (liquefied natural gas) production units and is part of the North Field Expansion Project (NFXP). The latter aims to increase Qatar’s total LNG production from the current 77 million tons per annum (MTPA) to 142 MTPA.
Strengthening McDermott’s Presence in Qatar
Mike Sutherland, McDermott’s Senior Vice President for Offshore Middle East, stated: “McDermott is unique in Qatar as we have been operating and supporting the offshore energy industry since its early developments in the 1990s. Consequently, we have a long history in the country’s energy sector and have followed its growth from that time until today.” He added that McDermott looks forward to continuing to work closely with QatarEnergy LNG to contribute to the completion of this strategic offshore development.
Neil Gunnion, Country Manager and Vice President of Operations at McDermott in Qatar, expressed his satisfaction: “We are honored to once again receive the trust of QatarEnergy and QatarEnergy LNG to deliver some of their most important and strategic projects.” He emphasized that McDermott is now responsible for all offshore infrastructure associated with Qatar’s massive North Field expansion, with execution primarily carried out in the country.
Contract Details and Project Management
The contract covers the EPCI of nearly 250 kilometers of offshore and onshore gas pipelines, connecting five new offshore wellhead platforms to two new onshore LNG production units, in addition to composite subsea power and control cables. The project will be managed from McDermott’s Doha office, with in-country fabrication support from the QFAB shipyard, and will be installed using McDermott’s in-house marine assets.
This strategic partnership with QatarEnergy LNG reinforces McDermott’s position as a leader in offshore energy projects in Qatar, leveraging its manufacturing facilities in Ras Laffan and its main execution center in Doha to ensure the efficient and high-quality delivery of the complex infrastructures required for the North Field expansion.
Impact on LNG Production in Qatar
The North Field expansion is crucial for Qatar, which aims to maintain its position as the world’s leading LNG producer. Increasing production capacity to 142 MTPA will allow the country to meet the growing global demand for LNG and strengthen its presence in the international energy market.
McDermott, through its expertise and commitment to operational excellence, plays a key role in achieving these ambitious goals by ensuring that energy infrastructures meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
