Beijing, June 8, 2025 – China’s offshore engineering capabilities have reached a world-class level, demonstrated by the successful installation of the central processing platform for the Kenli 10-2 oilfield cluster development project (Phase I) in the Bohai Sea. The China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) announced today that the platform, part of a project to develop an oilfield cluster estimated to hold over a billion tons of oil, was installed using the float-over technique.
This achievement marks a significant milestone, breaking the Bohai Sea region’s records for both the size and weight of offshore oil and gas platforms. The total weight of the installed structure exceeds 600,000 tons. This development lays a solid foundation for increasing reserves and production in China’s largest crude oil production base.
The Kenli 10-2 oilfield cluster is a key project for CNOOC, aimed at bolstering China’s energy security. The successful float-over installation of the central processing platform is a testament to the advancements in China’s offshore engineering technology and its ability to handle increasingly complex and large-scale projects.
Float-over installation is a complex and precise engineering feat that involves transporting a pre-built platform over the installation site and then carefully lowering it onto pre-installed support structures. This technique is particularly useful for installing large platforms in challenging offshore environments.
The successful completion of this project underscores China’s commitment to developing its offshore oil and gas resources and its growing expertise in offshore engineering. It also signifies a major step forward in ensuring the nation’s energy supply.
This achievement is expected to have a ripple effect, encouraging further development of offshore oil and gas fields in China and potentially attracting international collaborations in the field. The advancement in float-over installation technology positions China as a leader in offshore engineering, capable of undertaking similar projects globally.
Looking Ahead:
The successful installation of the Kenli 10-2 platform paves the way for future offshore development projects in China and beyond. Further research and development in areas such as automation, remote monitoring, and advanced materials will be crucial to further enhance the efficiency and safety of offshore operations.
References:
- CCTV News Client. (2025, June 8). 总重量突破60万吨 我国浮托安装技术达到世界一流水平 [Total weight exceeds 600,000 tons: China’s float-over installation technology reaches world-class level]. Retrieved from [Insert original news source link here – if available]
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