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Global offshore solutions provider SBM Offshore has been selected by ExxonMobil to carry out front-end engineering and design (FEED) work for a new floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) unit tied to the Longtail development offshore Guyana.
The award marks an important early-stage milestone, enabling initial engineering activities and allocation of a standardized hull under SBM Offshore’s Fast4Ward program.
The planned FPSO is expected to be a large-scale facility designed for both gas processing and condensate production. Preliminary specifications indicate processing capacity of approximately 1.2 billion cubic feet of gas per day and production of around 250,000 barrels of condensate per day, highlighting the project’s significant scale.
Subject to final investment decision (FID) and regulatory approvals, SBM Offshore is also anticipated to undertake the engineering, construction, installation, and operation phases of the project.
Guyana has rapidly transformed into one of the world’s fastest-growing oil and gas regions following a series of major discoveries in the Stabroek Block, led by ExxonMobil and its partners.
Multiple FPSO units have already been deployed in the region, with more under development to support increasing production capacity.
The Longtail project is particularly notable as it is expected to be among the first developments in Guyana focusing heavily on gas resources, rather than purely crude oil. Industry outlook suggests the project could play a key role in future gas monetization strategies, including domestic supply and potential export developments.
With ongoing project approvals and continuous discoveries, Guyana is expected to remain a major hub for offshore engineering activity over the next decade.
A project of this scale typically involves:
· Large-capacity gas processing modules
· High-pressure separation and compression systems
· Condensate stabilization units
· Extensive topsides modules and subsea infrastructure
FPSO facilities operating in deepwater and sour environments require high-performance materials capable of handling:
· High pressure and temperature
· Corrosive fluids (CO₂, H₂S)
· Long-term offshore exposure
The Longtail FPSO development is expected to generate substantial demand for clad materials, particularly in the following areas:
· Use of carbon steel + CRA clad plates (e.g., SS316L, Alloy 625)
· Applied in separators, absorbers, and scrubbers
· Critical for high-pressure gas handling
· Clad plates ensure corrosion resistance while optimizing cost
· Tubesheets and channel heads
· Widely utilize clad materials for sour service environments
· Process piping interfaces and transition joints
· Clad solutions used for durability and lifecycle performance
With FEED now underway, the project is moving toward the EPC and execution phases. This typically opens opportunities for:
· International EPC contractors
· Module fabrication yards (China, Singapore, Korea)
· Pressure vessel and heat exchanger manufacturers
· Approved material suppliers
Early engagement with EPC contractors and inclusion in Approved Vendor Lists (AVL) will be essential for suppliers aiming to participate in the project.
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