One Of The World’s Largest Ultra-Deepwater FPSOs Achieves First Oil For MISC Group

Malaysia International Shipping Corporation (MISC Group), a leading shipping line, has successfully achieved the first oil for its Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) unit, Marechal Duque de Caxias, on October 30, 2024.

The Marechal Duque de Caxias FPSO, one of the world’s largest ultra-deepwater FPSOs, is designed to operate efficiently in the pre-salt Santos Basin, located offshore Brazil.

The FPSO, chartered by Petrobras on behalf of the Libra Consortium, will help develop the Mero unitized field.

Petrobras operates the FPSO in partnership with CNOOC (9.65%), CNPC (9.65%), Pré-Sal Petróleo S.A. (3.5%), Shell Brasil (19.3%) and TotalEnergies (19.3%), representing the Brazilian government in the non-contracted area.

The unit has an impressive production capacity of 180,000 barrels of oil per day, a storage capacity of 1.4 million barrels, and a total gas handling capacity of 440 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd).

It also features High-Pressure Separation (HISEP) Technology, which separates CO2-rich gas from production streams and reinjects it into the reservoir, reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The FPSO also uses Water Alternating Gas (WAG) reinjection technology and has the ability to compress up to 48 mmscfd of CO2, which aligns with MISC’s commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible practices.

Marechal Duque de Caxias — Image Credits: MISC Group/Linkedin

MISC Group President and CEO Zahid Osman discussed the importance of collaboration between project teams and partners, attributing the milestone’s achievement to their dedication and operational efficiency.

The accomplishment, he said, demonstrates the company’s capability to deliver projects in a competitive market while improving global energy security.

The FPSO’s advanced technology includes Advanced Process Automation, which improves operational performance by real-time monitoring of key indicators.

Predictive Maintenance Systems have been integrated to predict equipment failures, extending machine life and reducing operational downtime.

Energy Efficiency Systems have been implemented to optimize energy use, lowering expenses and minimizing environmental impact. Furthermore, the unit had been designed to operate for 30 years without the need for dry docking.

The FPSO’s journey to the Mero field in the Santos Basin began on February 24, 2024, when it left Yantai, China.

The unit arrived at the offshore location, about 180 kilometers from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where final hook-up and commissioning took place, resulting in the first oil.

The FPSO’s contributions are expected to help Petrobras increase production and drive long-term growth in the region.

Reference: MISC Group

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