E&P Magazine - May 2010
Features
Advanced engineering allows mooring facilities close to offshore structures
Reliable engineering and design methods facilitate mooring floating systems next to offshore structures in more conditions than ever before.
Rig-based mooring inspection saves millions
Novel approach to conducting inspections allows surveys to be carried out on mooring components onboard moored drilling rigs.
Unique small-footprint anchor handles extreme out-of-plane loading in high-uplift conditions
A diving anchor designed to contend with severe weather digs deeper in harsh GoM conditions.
Last Word
Knowing risks improves decisions on safety
Cost does not have to compromise a company’s ability to achieve safety excellence.
Management Report
Limited resources yield maximum impact
A well-conceived process can help to maximize the return from new product development. Adherence to the process over time is the challenge.