An overview of the tools and methods available for the on-bottom repair of rigid pipelines

09:00 – 15:30 at Khalifa University, SAN Campus and Dolphin Energy KIZAD

Venue details: Khalifa University, Sas Al Nakl Campus (formerly The Petroleum Institute). The event is to be held in the ADCO Auditorium, Zarkuh Building (Building 1).

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SUT Introduction: To subsea pipeline failure modes, types of damages, criteria of selecting repair solutions, water depth consideration, criticality of EPRS, safety, the environmental and economic impact of a pipeline failure, etc. – John Charalambides, Subsea Solutions Group & ME SUT Committee

ADNOC Offshore – Case Studies: ADNOC Offshore will present case studies of previous subsea pipeline repair projects executed in region.

Dolphin Energy – EPRS – Operator Perspective: Giving a broad operators perspective on pipeline repair that considers all aspects in EPRS including the necessity for an operator to be prepared for the unexpected and the complexity of it. From decommissioning the damaged section to restarting the line as well as ways to manage such system sustainably and effectively in the long term.

Welded Solution: Subsea pipeline repair using hyperbaric welding techniques; the equipment, the methodology and case studies – DCN

Mechanical Solutions: On-bottom shallow water permanent subsea pipeline repairs for minor or major damages; the equipment, the procedures, and case studies – Oceaneering

Mechanical Solutions: The Qatar perspective to extreme sour gas service subsea pipeline repair systems, the systems, equipment, and case studies – Subsea Innovation

Hot Tapping/By-Pass Operations: Underwater hot tapping, isolation, by-pass and repair solutions of pipelines with uninterrupted production; the systems, equipment, methodology, and case studies – STATS

After the presentations at Khalifa University, there will be a chance to visit Dolphin Energy’s Facility & EPRS Warehouse in KIZAD, to view the EPRS equipment they have in storage.

COVID restrictions per Abu Dhabi regulation are to be advised prior to the event.

Thank you to our sponsors

Our goal is to connect suppliers of renewable and low carbon energy solutions and policymakers 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

Here at All-Energy, we want to be more than just an exhibition. We want to be an event that inspires, creates business connections, and educates. Alongside the innovations on the show floor, you’ll also have access to featured theatres with hundreds of hours of free educational programmes from world-class speakers. You can expect interactive features, networking events, workshops, and other activities designed to your business needs.

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. So join us in 2022 on 11-12 May at the SEC Glasgow to connect with the community on the road to net-zero and UN’s COP26.

Visit the SUT on stand Q03

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Find SUT on stand 1F50

SPE Offshore Europe is our industry’s main meeting point and a platform for better energy futures. On our 50th anniversary, our mission is to create a space for collaboration and learning in order to drive the sector forward, bringing together the entire energy value chain for four days in September 2023 at P&J Live, Aberdeen. Created by the industry, for the industry, SPE OE is known for its influential conference programme and an exhibitor showcase that puts sector solutions on a world stage. If you’re part of the community you’ll want to be here, as we map out the transition to new energy futures.

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SUT is delivering a 15-hour (over 5 days) foundation-level virtual Subsea Awareness Course presented by leading industry figures based on its highly successful face-to-face 5-day course which has seen over a thousand delegates benefit over more than 20 years.

The date of the next course is TBA. Interactive Sessions will run from 10:00hrs – 13:00hrs BST

The virtual SAC is aimed at new entrants who are already technically qualified but just entering the offshore energy industry and/or the subsea sector; technically qualified experienced personnel undergoing a technology transfer and conversion process into the subsea sector; and non-technical personnel from legal or finance sectors who regularly deal with the subsea sector.

Sessions will cover:

• Subsea Production Equipment & Systems
• Flow Assurance
• Pipeline & Risers
• Constructions & Installation
• Metocean
• Renewables and Future Technology Trends
• Operation, Maintenance & Decom

Cost (excluding VAT where chargeable)

• £715 – SUT members (Discounted Price also available to EEEGR, OES, IMCA, NOF and EIC members.)
• £845 – Non-members

Cancellations/Refunds
Cancellations are subject to a 10% administration fee where the cancellation is made up to 72 hours prior to the course commencement. Cancellations made within the 72 hours of the course commencement are subject to 25% administration fee. No refunds will be made once the course has commenced.

Delegates may wish to nominate a substitute in their place.

Attendees of previous SUT Subsea Awareness Courses said:

“A great course from which to gain a thorough understanding of the existing technologies that can help solve current problems”
“Extremely helpful and definitely recommended for people of all disciplines”
“The presenters were excellent, and the course material was at a very professional level”
“Great course and great instructors”
“Well organised and the presenters made learning about subsea enjoyable”
“This course increased subsea vision and understanding”
“It helped me improve and consolidate my existing knowledge”

Registration has now closed.

0900 -1300hrs GMT on both 2nd & 3rd March 2022.

Building on our international reputation for ocean and marine engineering and science training, the SUT brings you this virtual short course in Offshore Wind Renewable Energy, in conjunction with Cranfield University.

The course is designed for:

• Professional non-engineers who would benefit from understanding the offshore wind energy industry
• Engineers and technical staff who are new to this sector or making the transition from another industry

The course will be delivered over two online interactive 4-hour sessions by Industry and academic experts, with an emphasis on the practical applications.

Topics Include:

• Wind and the Net Zero Challenge inc Deepwater Floating Potential
• Planning, Environmental Studies, and Approvals
• MetOcean/Weather: UK and NW Europe Focus inc Deepwater for Floating Technology
• Fixed Bottom Offshore Structure Design and Integrity
• Offshore Site Investigation and Seabed Site Foundations
• Construction and Cables
• Floating Wind Structures
• Completion, Post Installation, and Ongoing Operation

Cost (excluding VAT where chargeable)

SUT Members £325 (EEEGR, OES, IMCA and EIC members will also benefit from the discounted member price)
Non-Members £415

CPD Credits will be available

Cancellations/Refunds
Cancellations are subject to a 10% administration fee where the cancellation is made up to 72 hours prior to the course commencement. Cancellations made within the 72 hours of the course commencement are subject to 25% administration fee. No refunds will be made once the course has commenced.

Delegates may wish to nominate a substitute in their place.

Registration for this course has now closed.

1330hrs – 1430hrs

This event is free to attend but booking is essential.

Subsea Umbilicals with David Simon, Subsea 7

Since graduating in 2001 with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, David has spent the past 18 years developing an umbilical focussed career within the Oil and Gas industry.  After a brief period working in Coiled Tubing well interventions, in 2004 David’s career shifted towards subsea umbilicals where he began training as an umbilical project engineer with Oceaneering Multiflex in Rosyth.  Over the next 6 years, he undertook a number of challenging roles within the organisation, culminating in his appointment as technical sales manager.

In 2011, after a year-long travel sabbatical, David returned to the industry seeking new challenges.  Using his umbilical manufacturing background as leverage, David has been providing specialist engineering support to design consultancies, operators and EPCI contractors ever since.  David currently works for Subsea7 as a Senior Controls and Umbilicals Engineer based in Westhill.

Presentation Overview:

• Umbilicals Overview – the bigger picture
• Who’s who in the umbilical industry
• Umbilical design – an Engineering smorgasbord
• Spotlight: Challenges of a dynamic environment
• Umbilical testing
• The future of umbilicals – where do we go from here

Tuesday 15th –  1400 – 1530hrs

At the Ocean Futures Theatre on the show floor.

Join women engineers, scientists, and technologists from the subsea, underwater, and wider marine sector each sharing insights from their career progression, successes, and challenges.

A moderated panel discussion will follow the presentations, including audience Q&A where attendees are encouraged to engage with panelists and their peers.

Sue John, Chair, SUT – Panel Chair / Moderator

Panelists (in alphabetical order):

Phoebe Chadwick, Ocean Scientist, RS Aqua
Presentation: Integration Projects, Fisheries & Environment – a personal perspective

Julia Roope, Global Business Development Manager Offshore Wind, Fugro
Presentation: Offshore wind global business development – how does a Marine Scientist get to here?

Lucy Shuff, Deputy Commercial Development Manager – Environmental, Gardline
Presentation: Marine Environmental Scientist – Journey From the Ocean to the Office, and various adventures in-between

Dr Fiona Stewart, Principal Geo Specialist, Red Penguin Marine
Presentation: An unplanned route from hydrocarbons to electricity

The Society for Underwater Technology in the US (SUT-US) is organizing its 2nd Annual Online Engineering Competition, a global virtual competition for 1) college students competing with other college students, undergraduate, and graduate students, and 2) young professionals with 0 to 3 years of professional experience.

The participants will propose a solution to the predefined problem statements in the following categories:

• Subsea O&G Wells
• Submarine Underwater Rescue in Shallow Water
• Underwater Thermal Garments
• Bring your Own Problem – “BYOP Shark Tank”

The competition is scheduled to begin on 21st February, judging on 4th April, and winners will be announced on 8th April 2022.

Registration

Participants can register as individuals or as a team, of up to 4 members on the SUT – US website here or by following this link: https://forms.gle/dukXnGpCsHA81PYL6.

There is no limit on the number of entries per person or team. For both, individual and team registration, the cost per participant per category is $100.00 for early-career professionals and $50.00 for students.

The deliverables include an MS PowerPoint presentation of up to 20 slides to be submitted by March 26th, 2022 by 5 PM CST. No report is required.

The judges will review each entry against the following criteria:

• Originality, Creativity & Intent
• Technical Aspects
• Implementation Feasibility
• Potential Impact and Growth

Finalists will be notified via email and assigned a 15 minutes time slot to give a final presentation to the judges between 5th – 8th April 2022. Winners will be notified via email with an invitation to the virtual award ceremony, which will take place on 8th April 2022.

Prizes

• Cash prizes.
• First place winners get 1 registration each to a 2022 SUT course/workshop with a cash value of up to $2400.00.
• All participants receive a 1-year SUT membership.

If a team entry has won the topic, the cash award will be distributed evenly to each team member.

Important Deadlines

• 11 January 2022 – Applications begin
• 8 February 2022 – Registration ends
• 21 February 2022 – Competition begins
• 26 March 2022 – Competition submissions due
• 22 March – 1 April 2022 – Preliminary Judging
• 4-7 April 2022 – Finalists presentations and judging
• 8 April 2022 – Awards

Go to the SUT-US page for more information and to register.