Chemical Industry Updates

  SURF systems are complex assemblies designed to transport hydrocarbons from subsea wells to production platforms or vessels. They consist of three essential components: subsea umbilicals, risers, and flowlines. Subsea umbilicals are bundles of hydraulic, electrical, and fiber-optic cables that provide power, communication, and control signals to the subsea equipment. Risers are vertical pipes that connect the subsea infrastructure to the surface, enabling the transfer of fluids and gases. Flowlines, on the other hand, transport the extracted hydrocarbons from the subsea wells to the production facilities. Each component of a SURF system performs a vital function. Subsea umbilicals act as the nervous system, transmitting power and data signals to control subsea equipment such as valves, pumps, and sensors. They also provide hydraulic control for interventions and maintenance operations. Risers serve as conduits for produced fluids, connecting the subsea infrastructure to floating...

A subsea production system is a typical well that sits on the seabed, either in shallow or deep water. It can also be tied back to a production platform or onshore facility. The primary purpose of a subsea production system is to extract petroleum from the seafloor. Various rules govern the operations of subsea oilfields. It is important to understand the regulations in the location. Every oil-producing nation has regulations that govern exploration and production.  Subsea production systems are composed of several subsystems that transfer hydrocarbons to a given processing facility. The systems can be very simple or complex. For example, a single satellite well may be linked to a fixed platform, while several wells on a floating production storage facility can be linked to an onshore installation.  Major players operating in the global SURF (Subsea Umbilicals, Risers, and Flowlines) market include Siemens, Oceaneering International, Vallourec, NOV Inc., Halliburton, Schlumbe...