UK-based TSC Subsea has secured a “significant” multi-year contract for the implementation of advanced technological solutions and subsea inspections in Brazil with an unnamed operator. One of the objectives is to carry out inspections of insulated flexible in the pre-salt region off the Brazilian coast.
Future underwater inspections in Brazil
TSC Subsea will be responsible for performing inspections using Automatic Pipe Review(ART) technology and the ARTEMIS system. These tools will allow the collection of critical acoustic data on the integrity of the flexible pipelines. In addition, the client’s proprietary techniques will be utilized, which include subsea phased array ultrasound(SPA) and pressure measurements to ensure a comprehensive analysis of pipeline conditions.
[post_relacionado]“This opportunity reflects confidence in our capabilities and the excellence of our services. This contract will not only allow our client to mitigate the risks associated with SCC-CO2, but also ensures the detection of unwanted media in critical areas of flexible pipelines. I would like to extend my thanks to everyone who contributed to this achievement, from our offshore teams and office staff, to R&D, sales and commercial departments.”
Fabio Puga, National Manager of TSC Subsea.
The project is scheduled to run from 2024 to 2026, marking a period of continuous activity in which TSC Subsea will demonstrate its expertise in the sector. Despite the size of the contract, the company has chosen to keep the identity of the client secret, describing it only as a major operator in the industry.
The key objectives of the contract
Under the terms of the contract, it highlights the duration and technical complexity of the inspections, as well as the opportunity it represents for the company to strengthen its position in the international market for subsea inspections. In addition, the company’s ability to integrate high technologies such as ART and SPA into its operations reaffirms its commitment to safety and efficiency in the energy sector. energy sector.
This operation is vital from a strategic point of view, because Brazil’s pre-salt region is known for its complex geological and operational conditions, requiring a high degree of expertise and advanced technology to ensure the integrity of subsea infrastructures.
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