FPS Gumusut Kakap - Offshore installation Campaign
Channel: Offshore, Maritime and Energy
Date: 2023-04-15

FPS Gumusut Kakap

This video showcases the MISC CEO brief to media on the progress of Gumusut

Field: Gumusut
State/Country: Sabah/Malaysia
Asset Owner : MISC Bhd
Field Ownership: Shell has a 33% operating stake in the project, together with US ConocoPhillips (33%), Petronas (20%) and Murphy Oil (14%).
Field operated By: Shell 
Capacity: 135,000 bpd
Location : 120 km off North-West of Sabah, East Malaysia
Production start : Sept,  2013

The Gumusut-Kakap FPS (Floating Production System) is an offshore oil and gas production facility located in Malaysia. Here are some of its specifications:

Ownership: The FPS is owned by Gumusut-Kakap Semi-Floating Production System (L) Ltd., a joint venture between Shell Malaysia (33%), ConocoPhillips Sabah (33%), and Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd (34%).

Production Capacity: The FPS has a production capacity of 135,000 barrels of oil per day and 1.0 million standard cubic meters of gas per day.

Water Depth: The Gumusut-Kakap FPS is installed in a water depth of approximately 1,200 meters.

Size: The FPS has a hull length of approximately 154 meters and a width of 39 meters. The topside facilities have a weight of around 19,000 metric tons.

Production Facilities: The FPS has six subsea wells tied back to the FPS via subsea pipelines. The facility also includes processing equipment for oil, gas, and water, as well as a gas turbine generator and accommodation for up to 150 personnel.

First Production: The Gumusut-Kakap FPS started production in 2014.

Certification: The FPS was designed and constructed according to industry standards, and certified by classification societies including ABS and DNV.

The Gumusut-Kakap oil field, located off the coast of Sabah, Malaysia, is one of the largest deepwater oil fields in the Asia-Pacific region. The field is owned by Shell Malaysia, with joint venture partners including ConocoPhillips, PETRONAS Carigali Sdn Bhd, and Murphy Oil.

The development of the Gumusut-Kakap oil field was a significant achievement in the oil and gas industry. The field was discovered in 2003, and the first oil was produced in 2014. The field has a total recoverable volume of approximately 1.3 billion barrels of oil equivalent.

The development of the Gumusut-Kakap oil field required significant engineering and technological innovation. The field is located in water depths of up to 1,200 meters, which presented a significant challenge for the development of the field. To overcome this challenge, Shell Malaysia and its joint venture partners employed advanced deepwater technology to develop the field.

The field is operated using a floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel, the Gumusut-Kakap FPSO. The FPSO has a production capacity of 150,000 barrels of oil per day and a storage capacity of 1.9 million barrels of oil. The FPSO is moored using an advanced spread mooring system, which provides stability and ensures the safe operation of the vessel.

The Gumusut-Kakap oil field is an important contributor to the Malaysian economy. The development of the field has created jobs and generated significant revenue for the country. The field also provides a secure and reliable source of energy for Malaysia, which is essential for the country's economic development.

The development of the Gumusut-Kakap oil field has not been without its challenges. The field is located in a remote and challenging environment, which has presented logistical challenges for the development of the field. The project has also faced environmental challenges, with concerns raised about the potential impact of the project on marine life and the environment.

To address these challenges, Shell Malaysia and its joint venture partners have implemented a comprehensive environmental management plan. The plan includes measures to minimize the impact of the project on marine life and the environment. The project also includes a significant community engagement program, which aims to ensure that the local community is informed and involved in the project.

In conclusion, the development of the Gumusut-Kakap oil field is a significant achievement in the oil and gas industry. The project has required significant engineering and technological innovation and has created jobs and generated significant revenue for Malaysia. The project also provides a secure and reliable source of energy for Malaysia, which is essential for the country's economic development. However, the project has also faced challenges, and it is important that measures are in place to minimize the impact of the project on the environment and local communities.

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