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OIL AND GAS

Advanced FPSO solutions

Automation, electrification and
telecoms
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ABB Energy Industries

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We enable safe, smart and Table of contents
sustainable projects and
operations.

Safe because we support the

04  Large complex projects
highest industry standards and 05 Embedding sustainability in
always focus on risk reduction. everything we do

06  Adaptive Execution™

07 Boost efficiency with digital

Smart because our integrated transformation

electrification, instrumentation, 08-09 Simplifying complexity

control and telecommunication 10 – 11 Partnering as your service

provider

solutions optimize production. 12 – 13 Illustration of a project in Brazil

14– 15 Global references

Sustainable because we know that

efficiencies make the difference –
environmentally and operationally.
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Will change this

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Large complex projects
A core competance of ABB
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E M B E D D I N G S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y I N E V E RY T H I N G W E D O

From floating production units to subsea, ABB can provide ABB is helping energy companies
innovative, next-generation solutions to help you succeed. operate more efficiently and
reduce their environmental
ABB's solutions for floating production units bring safe and impact, while enabling new, clean-
reliable power and automation to your vessels, lowering energy value chains to fuel our
costs of engineering by up to 30%. Innovative systems and future. With integrated and
reliable solutions ensure your vessels work at maximum digitalized operations, we are able
efficiency. to sense, monitor & control,
creating opportunities to
consume less energy and produce
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Illustration of FPSO
less waste. Our solutions are
enabling new value chains to
transition the world’s energy while
reducing today’s carbon footprint.
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Built to adapt Boost efficiency with digital transformation
Adaptive Execution™ ABB Ability™

FPSO installations have made exploration and Our proven approach and technological capabili- What does ABB Ability mean for the energy
production of oil and gas in difficult to reach, re- ties are in place to help customers analyze data industry?
mote and harsh environments possible. As such, more intelligently, optimize production, boost
FPSO installations are typically complex, requir- Capabilities productivity and enhance profitability while re- The ABB Ability range of digital solutions helps
ing highest availability and reliability, and rou- Global project teams provide expert advice ducing risks to schedule and safety, a paramount energy companies manage complexity. From
tinely goes into cost and time overruns. throughout the entire project lifecycle. factor in a FPU installation. ABB is a clear partner electrical condition monitoring in the Barents Sea
to help companies exploit the promises of digiti- to developing the world's largest industrial com-
To help customers achieve shortest time-to-mar- zation. puter network for plant integration in Saudi Ara-
ket without compromising on quality and cost, bia, ABB Ability infrastructure offers tried and
ABB has developed Adaptive Execution™: an agile tested solutions for each stage of your opera-
method to industrial project execution. Through
Transforming data into actionable tional life cycle.
expert teams, new technology, proven methodol- Methodology insights takes ability.
ogies and integrated infrastructure, Adaptive Ex- Tech-enabled, standardized processes help ac-
ecution™ helps energy customers adapt to commodate change and drive effectiveness.
ABB Ability™.
changing and challenging market conditions.

This extremely flexible approach streamlines inte-

gration of packaged units and electrical equip-
ment, setting a new standard in the execution of
automation, telecommunications, electrification Technology
and E-house solutions for FPU projects. Together Pre-tested project deliverables drive efficiency
with our life cycle services, it makes us the ideal and minimize issues.
partner throughout the entire life cycle of an off- —
An adapted approach for accelerated results
shore installation.

— ABB Adaptive Execution™ evolves the traditional project approach to deliver results faster—even when you're facing complexity and change.

Large, complex projects in energy Infrastructure

Connecting disparate systems and implementing
industries often include delays, project management tools accelerate collabora-
DESIGN E X E CU T I ON OP E R AT IO N

cost increases and inefficiencies. tion and boost productivity. EPC

Complex
installation
End user

In fact, 64 percent of projects EPC ABB

Shipped components arrive
and are integrated on-site,
causing delays.
End user • Cold loop checks

have budget overruns and 73 per-

• Field devices
ABB • Loop commissioning
• Junction boxes
Fractured Design Hardware On-site • Marshalling cabinets
• Multicore cables

cent of projects go through collaboration

Back-and-forth processes
freeze
Project loses
Software
integration
test
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•
Homerun cables
Control room
add time, cost, and confusion. ability to adapt. Unforeseen • Automation cabinets

scheduling delays. Traditional execution

complexity forces
re-engineering.

ABB Adaptive Execution™

Centralized Continuous digital Streamlined
collaboration build and test installation
Synchronized communication helps On-going virtual testing Pre-integrated and tested
EPCs accomplish more, faster. optimizes design and components are easily
Workflows and documentation allows project to adapt and efficiently installed.
are standardized. to changes. • Field devices
• Junction boxes
EPC
• Homerun cables
Modular components
• Loop commissioning
assembled off-site
End user ABB
Standardized systems are
constructed, integrated and
tested before they ship.
ABB

DESIGN E X E CU T I ON OP E R AT I ON
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Simplifying complexity For the FPSO Anna Nery. located in

Campos Basin, Brazil, ABB leveraged
on its ABB Ability™ System 800xA

Maximum benefit beyond traditional control system with Select Input/

Output (IO) to integrate all the

approach production modules onboard the

vessel into a combined Integrated
Safety and Control System (ICSS).

As one of the world's leading engineering Collaborative Operations delivers timely, man-
companies, ABB works continuously to create and ageble data-driven insights to optimize decision
support a comprehensive range of products, making through intelligent integration of datas
systems and services to suit the dynamic oil and across engineering, infrastructure, applications
gas market. and services, leading to reduced risk, schedule
and costs.
These cutting edge solutions go beyond
traditional approaches, in order to minimize Platform
complexity and attain maximum benefits. Collaborative Operations utilizes the ABB Ability
platform and cloud infrastructure. The platform
E-house solutions enables you to securely integrate and aggregate
The main advantage of ABB’s E-house solutions is data, apply predictive analytics, and generate in-
that all systems within the house or module are sights that can help drive profitability.
wired, tested and commissioned before shipment
to yard, reducing costs, risk exposure and onsite People
work. Collaborative Operations harnesses people and
information. It uses technology to bring your high
In several FPU projects, ABB has successfully de- industry, application and operational expertise
livered topside E-house solutions, pre-installed with ABB's electrical, automation and digital ex-
with all electrical systems (process power man- pertise to drive power of collaboration.
agement system; high, medium and low voltage
switchgear; motor control centers; and trans- Places
formers); integrated control and safety systems ABB today delivers digital services from many lo-
(process control system, process shutdown sys- cations around the world. We are now taking this
tem, emergency shutdown system, fire and gas approach to the next level by investing in our Col-
system), and telecoms systems. In addition, ven- laborative Operations Centers, staffing them
dor supplied third party packages are also in- with additional expertise and deploying new
stalled and integrated by ABB in the house or technologies. This network provides expertise,
module before shipment to yard. connecting ABB and you.

Subsea solutions Profitability

ABB is an innovator in subsea solutions, critical in The highest value ABB can offer is to help you op-
powering, controlling and monitoring of subsea timize operations and increase productivity. The
processing equipment vital to stimulate subsea more efficiently you operate, the more product
oil and gas reservoirs effectively. you make and sell profitably. Cost reduction is im-
portant too; Collaborative Operations helps iden-
Since entering the subsea market in 1980, it has tify opportunities to reduce raw material, energy
continued to launch and deliver proven solutions, and maintenance costs, so more of your money
complementing FPU in expanding capacity, ex- flows to the bottom line.
tending lifespan and reducing cost for oil and gas
fields.

Collaborative Operations
ABB, as a pioneering technology leader in digital,
has proven solutions to help customers develop
an end-to-end digitalized ecosystem where peo-
ple, equipment and systems talk the same lan-
guage and are integrated into one centralized, of-
ten remotely controlled operation.
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Partnering as your service provider
Maximizing the lifetime of your assets

The extensive and proven experience of ABB’s Condition monitoring is one example of predic-
service team ensures the right maintenance mix, tive maintenance. Monitoring can be done locally,
processes and tools are implemented so as to al- centrally and remotely to ensure that equipment
low for full life extension of your assets. is performing as planned, resulting in reduced
cost of maintenance.
We are here to solve your toughest challenges
through the vast resources and knowledge in our Repairs
local, regional and global organizations, helping The global set-up ensures that technical experts
you to: are available 24/7 to provide quick and compe-
tent troubleshooting support when carrying out
• Better comply with environmental, health and on-site repair work.
• safety regulations
• Improve asset life by full restoration, upgrades Life cycle management For ABB’s switchgear, we offer decommissioning,
• and/or modernization disposal and recycling of material, including the
Performance improvement
• Improve plant reliability and financial perfor- Spares and consumables management of sulphur hexafluoride gas.
mance Keeping an optimal inventory of spare parts is a Extensions, upgrades and retrofit
• Conduct maintenance management with a busi- balancing act. Too large a stock adds to the cost Today’s demands on plant availability, efficiency
ness mindset of maintenance, but too little increases the risk of
— and maneuverability are increasing continuously.
• Increase the reliability and life expectancy of a shutdown. Maximizing the lifetime In many cases, older systems from previous gen-
• your process equipment erations of technology cannot meet these re-
• Manage change and create a service culture ABB analyzes assets, identifies risks and offers
of your assets quirements.
strategies that optimize costs. We also keep criti- through collaboration
cal spare parts available for selected equipment, Modernization through upgrade or retrofit offers
— and they can be conveniently ordered via www.
to improve equipment numerous benefits, such as enhanced functional-
Full range of services, abb.com/partsonline, which provides 24-hour ac- effectiveness, ities through upgrades of a DCS (distributed con-
cess to information about ABB’s factory-certified trol system), including improved data collection,
customised to your needs stock, including the option to place immediate or-
reduce energy use monitoring, alarm management and safety func-
ders. and minimize maintenance tions. Either a step-by-step or a full-scale retrofit,
including replacement of outdated equipment,
ABB is constantly working to improve asset return
Replacement
costs can be done depending on your plant’s mainte-
that clients can expect from the systems we de-
When equipment becomes obsolete, or has nance schedule.
liver. We do this by providing the best value prop-
reached the end of its life cycle, ABB will be able Operational efficiency
osition that can range from spare parts to under-
to offer replacement solutions. Our wide product ABB offers low-risk migration strategies for a
taking repairs, commissioning and consulting
portfolio adds to the ease of selecting an optimal Remote services broad range of products and systems to assure
through to complex services such as optimiza-
replacement with the correct features for your Provision of remote services allows fast response maximum return on investment while enhancing
tion, modernization and migration.
application, and may be fully interchangeable to emergency call-out. ABB offers remote ser- equipment availability and performance.
with the original units, no matter whether the vices for electrical, instruments, control and
Rapid maintenance and field services
original was from ABB or another manufacturer. safety systems, as well as telecom systems.
Over time, normal wear and tear degrades the re-
liability and accuracy of even the most robust sys-
End-of-life services Training
tem. ABB has a range of flexible and scalable ser-
ABB products are mostly made from steel, cop- Operations and maintenance personnel play a key
vice packages that allows for proactive,
per, aluminum, oil and plastic. Approximately 90 role in plant performance. ABB’s standard course-
preventive and predictive maintenance, thus en-
per cent of this material is reclaimable after the ware and customized training will equip them
suring maximum uptime throughout the lifecycle
end of a product’s useful life. ABB’s Environmen- with the skills they need to extract the highest
of your plant.
tal. Services group offers compliant recycling possible productivity and returns from their tech-
solutions for PCB-contaminated equipment and nology.
takes care of the disposal or recycling of installed
or returned parts.
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Platform 2 and 3 use the
same ABB products and
solutions as Platform 1

1 2 3

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2 D I L L U S T R AT I O N O F A P R OJ EC T I N B R A Z I L

Case example of an optimized

Platforms 2 and 3 use the same ABB products and services as platform 1

solution with integrated power and

automation systems for floating
production unit, drilling and wellhead
platforms and subsea solutions
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Global references

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Selected reference list

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Format: Project; Owner
1. Hebron; ExxonMobil
2. Peregrino; Equinor
3. Kraken; Bumi Armada
4. Johan Castberg; Equinor
5. Goliat; Eni
6. Anna Nery; Yinson