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OSIGp Selections of ISFOG Sept 2022

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OSIGp Selections of ISFOG Sept 2022

The evening will focus on the following three topics:

  1. Sediment Transport and Scour in the Ocean Environment – Knowledge and Future Directions

Speaker: Scott Draper, Associate Professor in Ocean Engineering (University of Western Australia)

Many recent advances in sediment transport and scour prediction in the ocean environment have resulted in large part from an increased availability of high-quality field observations, which have served to both motivate and validate engineering models. Inspired by this emerging trend, this talk describes the basic processes concerning sedimentation and scour before explaining the types of field observations that are now routinely available in practice and the recent advances in experimental capabilities that have enabled improved interpretation of these observations as well as the ability to undertake new, more relevant applied research. A number of case studies are presented for three classes of structure – pipelines, subsea structures and monopiles – which are relevant to a range of Ocean Industries.

  1. Strength Properties of Subsea Rockfills at Low Stress Level

Speaker: Hongjie Zhou, Principal Engineer (Norwegian Geotechnical Institute)

This talk presents a desktop study on the rockfill strength properties related to the subsea rockfill, which is generally installed at a loose state and under low stress level compared with its onshore counterparts. The rockfill properties are derived based on extensive review of literature available in the public domain, together with our experience in geotechnical testing, design and installation of rockfills. The focus of the present study is on the effective peak internal friction angle, ϕ′p, of the rockfill, placed by the Fall Pipe installation method, by considering its dependency on the stress level. A case study is presented at the end to demonstrate how the derived relationships can be applied for real designs.

  1. Cyclic Loading of Offshore Wind Turbine Suction Bucket Foundations in Sand: The Importance of Loading Frequency

Speaker: Han Eng Low, Senior Principal Engineer (Fugro)

Suction buckets are expected to be increasingly used as foundations for offshore wind turbine (OWT) projects as they move to deeper water and monopiles become impractically large. Since OWTs are relatively light and operational loads include high overturning moments, potential exists for individual foundations to experience periods of net tension with accompanying (significant) cyclic tension. Foundation design must ensure that these loading conditions do not lead to permanent tilting of an OWT, due to differential foundation movement. This talk presents selected results from a series of centrifuge tests designed to investigate how the suction bucket foundation performance is affected by the signature of the loading, the frequency of the cyclic vertical loading and the average vertical load.

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Wed 21 September 2022

Venue: Perth City Library Auditorium, 573 Hay Street

Schedule: Registrations: 5.30 pm;

Presentations: 6.00 pm – 7.30 pm;

Networking over drinks and finger food: 7.30 pm – 8.30 pm

To view the flyer, please click here

REGISTER NOW

Contact OSIGp directly by emailing: Cathal Colreavy ([email protected])

Many thanks to our event sponsor:

Fugro

 

 

 

SUT US Webinar – Reducing Uncertainty on a World First Offshore Floating Wind Project Ref- Hywind Tampen Project

Webinar | Wednesday 31 August 2022 | 10-11am CST

This presentation will provide an overview of the subsea, marine operations performed by DOF Subsea on the subsea surveillance, life of field environmental considerations and positioning of the offshore floating wind structures linked to the innovative Honey Mooring design.

Together with an overview of the cost savings achieved through an optimised tow and mooring design to the anchors and buoys versus catenary.

About the presenter:

Stuart Duncan, DOF Subsea Norway AS, Survey & Inspection Manager

Stuart has over 26 years’ experience working both onshore and offshore in the fields of Survey and Project Management, around the world and in all branches of the energy markets. A Hydrographic Survey graduate of Plymouth University, Stuart started life with Racal Survey, following them through their acquisition by Thales Geosolutions to life as Fugro. With 6 years of global travel under his belt, in 2002 he found himself in the depths of winter arriving in Bergen on his motorbike to start a planned three-year onshore role as Area Surveyor for Fugro Survey AS. Twenty years later, he’s still there. In 2005 he joined Geoconsult as Assistant Department Manager, Survey, (soon thereafter becoming DOF Subsea) where his knowledge of geophysical survey operations exploded during the Ormen Lange field development. Management was where he wanted to develop his skills, so towards the end of the noughties, and after a 31,500km adventure motorcycling trip from Anchorage, Alaska to the southern tip of South America, he binned the field of Survey to focus on Project Management. High-profile cable inter-array installation projects for Reef Subsea on the Greater Gabbard and Gwynt y Mor windfarm developments followed. But like a boomerang, Stuart found his way back to Survey. In 2018, taking pity on what appeared to be a world-class survey department in need of some tender loving care, Stuart accepted the role (for a second time) of Survey & Inspection Manager for DOF Subsea in his now adopted home city of Bergen, Norway. An onshore staff of 10 and offshore staff of 37 keeps him on his toes daily. And world-class the department really is.
Organised by the SUT SEO Atlantic Committee

All-Energy

All-Energy helps the renewable & low carbon energy industry by uniting the power of expertise, knowledge and innovative technology to better engineer an integrated net zero energy future.

Our goal is to connect suppliers of renewable and low carbon energy solutions and policy makers to developers, investors, buyers and a number of professionals from around the world, facilitating business and knowledge exchange right there on the show floor.

Nicola Sturgeon declared back in 2001 that Scotland will become a world leader in low carbon energy technologies, embrace social changes and reduce emissions. With this mantra in mind All-Energy was born, and since became home for the renewable and low carbon energy community.

More than just an exhibition

We welcome professionals from a variety of sectors like hydropower, offshore/onshore wind, bioenergy, marine renewable energy and others, coming from the UK, France, Germany, China, USA, Italy, and beyond. Join us in 2023 on 10-11 May at the SEC Glasgow to connect with the community on the road to net zero.

www.all-energy.co.uk

SUT+ Net-Zero: Decarbonisation and Future Proofing the Workforce of Tomorrow

Thursday, 25 August 2022 | 18:00-20:00hrs BST

Venue – MR613, MacRobert Building, University of Aberdeen

Registration Links

Click here to register to attend in-person: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/400996821287

Click here to register as a virtual attendee: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K0b2CN78RFOsraFqYf26OQ

Agenda

18:00 Welcome

18:10 Introduction to SUT+ and ECITB Innov8 Group

18:20 Session 1: Martyn Tulloch, Head of Energy System Integration, Net Zero Technology Centre

Martyn’s presentation will provide an overview of the drivers and impacts of Climate Change before moving on to cover the UK and Europe’s Net Zero energy transition plans and the pivotal role that the energy industry will have to play to ensure that these plans are delivered

18:50 Session 2: Mangala Ngala, Engineering Manager – Applied Intelligence (AI), Wood

Preparing for H2’s Impact on Gas Infrastructure – Challenges with Operations and Engineering

19:20 Session 3: Deepthi Gopal, and Cameron Miller, ECITB Innov8 Group

Net zero has been embraced by the industry with fantastic engagement from employers and industry bodies on the skills our workforce will need in the future. This has allowed the ECITB to form a clearer picture of the skills requirements of net zero and to lead the development of training in this ever-growing area.

19:40 Networking

Perth – AOG Energy 2023

AOG Energy 2023 Exhibition & Conference

Date: 15-17 March 2023
Venue: Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, Western Australia
Entry: Free

Check out this post-event report by Dr. Julie Morgan which gives a complete and detailed account of everything that happened at the Subsea Forum at AOG 2023 Conference.

AOG Energy 2023 – Registration now open!

Returning to Perth with a renewed focus on the future, AOG Energy opens registrations to the global supply chain for the first time since 2021. The highly anticipated oil, gas and energy event will once again showcase local innovation and explore future opportunity. Running ??-?? ????? ???? at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, AOG Energy welcomes back international and local delegates for three days of collaboration, insights, and networking.

This event will see a strong focus on the opportunities and challenges presented by the energy transition supported by a rich and varied conference program, packed show floor and sought-after networking events. Hot topics to be covered include; Offshore Wind, Decarbonisation, Decommissioning, Hydrogen, Subsea, Low Emission Technology, plus more!

A preview of the conference program can be viewed on AOG Energy’s official website

FREE entry to the exhibition & conference➡️REGISTER HERE

Optional Networking Functions

As the industry reunites, there will be multiple networking events throughout ‘AOG Energy week’ to connect in a more relaxed setting away from the busy exhibition floor.

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These networking events offer the perfect opportunity to catch up with colleagues and make new connections. Make sure to REGISTER EARLY, as these will be sell-out events!

Tickets to these networking functions can be purchased via the AOG Energy website HERE

About AOG Energy

After a few years apart, AOG Energy, Australia’s leading oil, gas and energy trade event returns to Perth March 2023. Returning to its 3-day format, the exhibition and conference will be a hub of innovation, connection and opportunity.

AOG Energy is a FREE-to-attend event that explores the multifarious aspects of the subsea industry and creates an environment to share knowledge and encourage debate between peers, academics, and industry professionals. Forming part of the wider AOG Energy conference, the dedicated Subsea Forum will once again be a major drawcard for the subsea sector.

About AOG Energy 2023 Subsea Forum

The AOG Energy 2023 Subsea Forum is Australia’s leading event for subsea professionals to join forces and identify the challenges and opportunities ahead, as well as showcasing technology and innovation for the underwater sectors.

Australia has been a world leader in developing capability in LNG, which continues to play a crucial part of the future global energy mix. The subsea industry is a key enabling sector that will ensure the fields feeding LNG trains are developed, maintained effectively, and operated efficiently for many years to come, followed ultimately by decommissioning.

More importantly, the subsea sector’s knowledge, expertise and technology will play a significant part in the future decarbonisation of the offshore energy mix. Areas such as Offshore Wind, Wave power, CCS/CCUS and Hydrogen are important for Australia’s future, and the subsea sector is eager to rise to the new challenges and opportunities.

SUT is proud to be involved as one of the Forum Hosts in 2023.

AOG Energy 2023 Subsea Forum Hosts:

 

 

 

 

 

Perth – Subsea Awareness Course CANCELLED

We invite you to attend our Subsea Awareness Course on the

5 – 9 September 2022

This five-day Course has been designed by industry and is suitable for contractors, engineers, operators and those new to subsea, those transferring from other disciplines within the industry and those who have worked in subsea previously but would benefit from a refresher course and exposure to the latest technology.

Whilst most of the course will be presented in a ‘classroom’ environment, the sessions will be interactive, with the opportunity to ask questions and discuss what has been learnt.  In particular, hands-on and visual components have been included wherever possible to enable delegates to view software models and products destined for subsea service.

The course also hosts two site visits, taking delegates out of the classroom and into the real life subsea industry plus a networking event on the first day of the course.

Subsea Awareness Course fees:

Member $3350 AUD
Non-member $4045 AUD
Student Member $870 AUD

Registration & Flyer

This course has been cancelled

For further information for this course please email our Events Team

 

 

Subsea Expo

Find SUT on stand 135

A crucial event for any company operating in the underwater sectors, Subsea Expo highlights the capability and ingenuity across industry. Hear from world-leading experts on a range of subjects at the free-to-attend conference, and celebrate the achievements of the best and brightest people and companies at the Subsea Expo Awards.

Conference & Events

The conference runs multiple parallel sessions and attracts a broad range of experts to discuss the challenges facing the industry including energy transition, net zero, renewables, new technologies and digitalisation, among other topics.

For more information go to www.subseaexpo.com

organised by the Global Underwater Hub.

 

 

SUT AGM

Annual General Meeting and Reception

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Society for Underwater Technology will be held at 1700 hrs on Tuesday 6 December 2022 at The Institute of Physics, 37 Caledonian Road, Islington, London N1 9BY.

Members are welcome from 1630 hrs for a 1700 hrs start.

click to read the SUT Annual Report 2021-2022

Agenda

  1. Welcome
  2. Apologies
  3. Chair’s Report to the Members
  4. Financial Statements and Accounts
  5. Elections
  6. Announcements, Awards
  7. Any Other Business
  8. Post-AGM Presentation – Mensun Bound, Director of Exploration, Endurance22 – ‘The Ship Beneath the Ice: The Discovery of Shackleton’s Endurance’ Falklands-born Mensun Bound the Expedition Director of Exploration and a Trustee of the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust will take part in a ‘fireside chat’ with the SUT’s President, Moya Crawford, and take audience questions once the formal procedures at the meeting have been concluded; and be signing copies of the book (published by Macmillan and available for purchase) at the end of the meeting.
  9. Networking Reception, Wine & Refreshments
  10. Closing remarks

Mensun Bound (photo credit: Macmillan Publishers)

  • Only Members of the SUT (Individual Members and Corporate ‘named’ persons) are allowed to attend the AGM. There is no charge for the evening.
  • Non-members are welcome to attend the Awards Ceremony, the Presentation, and the Reception at a charge of £30.

The Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Society will be provided as a pre-read prior to the meeting on the SUT website.

 

If you are planning to attend the AGM we would appreciate your pre-registration to assist with seating and catering requirements using the form below.

SUT+ Site Visit – Fugro Remote Operations Centre

Join SUT+ for a site visit to the Fugro Remote Operations Centre in Aberdeen.

About this event

This event is free to attend; spaces are limited to 16 so please register in advance to guarantee a place.

Fugro is leading the transition to remote and autonomous operations through their global network of remote operations centres (ROCs). Their 10-strong global network of ROCs is established in the Americas, Europe, and Africa, Middle East and India, and the Asia-Pacific regions. Fugro’s objective is to perform command and control operations, and offer clients a range of remote capabilities based on their individual requirements.

The ROCs deliver industry-leading solutions and real-time insights so that clients can manage their offshore projects safely. Fugro’s continuous developments in remote operations support the industry’s remote and autonomous revolution.

Fugro’s best-in-class ROCs are the foundation for a highly scalable remote and autonomous future that is globally integrated, standardised for consistent high-level project execution that delivers tangible added-value benefits to each client project.

Applications range from low-bandwidth operations supporting a specific market, such as asset positioning, through to advanced high-bandwidth operations requiring sub-second latency for command and control of remote and autonomous assets.

SUT+ Webinar – The Green Lifecycle of Decommissioning

Thursday, 21 July 2022 | 13:30 – 14:30 BST

Speaker – Nick McNally, Commercial Director, Decom Engineering

In this webinar, Nick will provide an overview of how the decommissioning industry can reduce its carbon impact on the environment.

Agenda:

  • The opportunity of the positive carbon impact of steel re-use
  • Current approaches
  • Efficient cutting of materials particularly pipelines and conductors
  • Advantages of recovering pipelines for re-purposing
  • How to clean the pipelines allowing for effective re-use
  • The carbon impact
  • The recommendation
  • Q&A Session

Speaker Background

Nick McNally is Commercial Director for Decom Engineering.   Nick is passionate about the potential for carbon savings as part of the transition to Net Zero. A qualified Chartered Accountant, Nick has worked for large multinationals but has also ran his own start-ups and can therefore see benefits of combining the expertise of existing companies with innovative new companies.