Offshore pipeline news

A construction contract has been signed for the second string of TurkStream’s offshore section.

McDermott has acquired a pipelay and construction vessel for deepwater applications. The company plans to upgrade the vessel to align with its standards.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ratified a pipeline deal for the TurkStream pipeline project.

The Iranian oil minister has stated that Iran and Oman have agreed to alter the route of their underwater natural gas pipeline to avoid UAE waters.

The EEMUA has published an addendum to API 5L/ISO 3183 in an attempt to simplify the specifications regarding the right quality of line pipe.

A Norwegian court is set to hear an appeal by four offshore gas pipeline companies over tariff cuts.

Roxtec Services AB approved for pipe and cable transit inspection and maintenance by Lloyd’s Register audit.

Victrex invests in Magma to facilitate adoption of the pioneering m-pipe technology. Both companies will be attending an upcoming webinar to explain the basis for reliable use in extreme subsea environments.

McDermott has been awarded an offshore pipelay contract in the Middle East.

Gazprom’s management committee has considered and commended the progress made on the Nord Stream 2 project.