By moving critical processes from the topsides to the seabed, operators can achieve greater flexibility, safety, efficiency and environmental performance.
Water injection is a common technique for maintaining reservoir pressure and optimizing oil recovery. However, traditional topside water treatment systems come with inherent limitations. Congested production platform and FPSO vessel topsides make modifications and maintenance expensive and time-consuming, while the weight and space constraints restrict operational flexibility and elevate health, safety and environmental risks.
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