Gorgon Project – Pipe Spools

Project Overview:

The Chevron-operated Gorgon Project required high-precision fabrication of pre and post-metrology subsea spools to support its subsea infrastructure. Subsea 7 engaged Altrad (formerly AGC) to execute the fabrication work at the Australian Marine Complex (AMC) in Henderson, Western Australia. This project was a critical component of the broader Gorgon development, ensuring efficient transport and deployment of subsea spools to the Gorgon fields.

Scope:

Altrad’s scope of work included:

  • Fabrication of post-metrology subsea spools at the AMC quay side facility.
  • Quality assurance and testing to meet stringent subsea operational requirements.
  • Coordination of loading and transportation of fabricated spools onto barges for delivery to the Gorgon fields west of Barrow Island.

Manning:

  • Specialised skills in subsea spool fabrication and offshore assembly
  • Approximately 60 personnel employed at the Australian Marine Complex (AMC) quay side facility

Outcomes:

  • Successfully fabricated and delivered subsea spools within the six-month project timeline.
  • Provided employment opportunities for approximately 60 personnel, supporting local industry development.
  • Ensured seamless coordination for transportation and installation of spools in the Gorgon fields.
  • Maintained high safety and quality standards throughout the fabrication and delivery process.
  • Strengthened Altrad’s reputation as a reliable partner in delivering complex subsea engineering solutions.
Client

Subsea 7

Location

Barrow Island, Western Australia

Duration

Late 2013 – 2014 (six-month contract)

Industry
Energy
Service Capabilities
Fabrication Solutions

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