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FPSO Whakaaropai

The FPSO Whakaaropai is a converted tanker with a SOFEC external turret and topsides facilities. Installed in 114 meters (375 ft) water depth, the FPSO was located on the Maui B field offshore New Zealand.

The FPSO Whakaaropai was the first FPSO installed in New Zealand waters, which MODEC was selected as the turnkey contractor. The FPSO featured the world's then-largest external turret.

Scope of Work

  • Engineering
  • Procurement
  • Construction
  • Installation
  • Commissioning

Unit Name FPSO Whakaaropai
Contract EPCI
First Oil October 1996
Client Shell Todd Oil Services Ltd.
Status Decommissioned
Field Name Maui B Field
Country New Zealand
Water Depth 110 m (361 ft)
New/Conv Conversion
Mooring Type SOFEC External Turret
Storage Capacity 750,000 bbls
Oil Production 31,000 bopd
Gas Production 27 mmscfd
Water Production 14,000 bwpd