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Floating Production Storage And Offloading (fpso) Operations Training Course

Introduction

Master the complexities of offshore production with our specialized Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) Operations Training Course. This program is designed to equip you with the essential skills to manage and optimize FPSO operations, ensuring safe and efficient hydrocarbon production. In the challenging environment of offshore oil and gas, mastering FPSO operations is crucial for organizations seeking to maximize production and minimize downtime. Our FPSO operations training course provides hands-on experience and expert guidance, empowering you to apply cutting-edge techniques for practical, real-world applications.

This floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) operations training delves into the core concepts of hydrocarbon processing, marine operations, and safety management, covering topics such as topside processing, offloading procedures, and regulatory compliance. You'll gain expertise in using industry-standard tools and techniques to floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) operations, meeting the demands of modern offshore production. Whether you're a production supervisor, marine engineer, or operations manager, this Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) Operations course will empower you to drive strategic operational decisions and optimize FPSO performance.

Target Audience:

  • Production Supervisors
  • Marine Engineers
  • Operations Managers
  • Process Engineers
  • Safety Officers
  • Technical Staff
  • Project Managers

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamentals of floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) operations.
  • Master topside hydrocarbon processing and production optimization.
  • Utilize marine operations and dynamic positioning systems.
  • Implement offloading procedures and cargo management.
  • Design and build robust maintenance and integrity management plans.
  • Optimize FPSO safety and emergency response protocols.
  • Troubleshoot and address common challenges in FPSO operations.
  • Implement regulatory compliance and environmental standards.
  • Integrate FPSO operations with subsea production systems.
  • Understand how to manage large-scale FPSO projects.
  • Explore emerging technologies in FPSO operations (e.g., remote monitoring, digital twins).
  • Apply real world use cases for FPSO operations in various offshore fields.
  • Leverage FPSO operations tools and frameworks for efficient execution.

Duration

10 Days

Course content

Module 1: Introduction to FPSO Operations

  • Fundamentals of floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) operations.
  • Overview of FPSO design and functionality.
  • Setting up an FPSO operations management framework.
  • Introduction to FPSO equipment and systems.
  • Best practices for FPSO operations.

Module 2: Topside Hydrocarbon Processing

  • Mastering topside hydrocarbon processing and production optimization.
  • Utilizing separation and dehydration systems.
  • Implementing gas compression and treatment.
  • Designing and building production optimization plans.
  • Best practices for topside processing.

Module 3: Marine Operations and DP Systems

  • Utilizing marine operations and dynamic positioning systems.
  • Implementing DP system management and maintenance.
  • Utilizing marine vessel operations and logistics.
  • Designing and building marine operational plans.
  • Best practices for marine operations.

Module 4: Offloading and Cargo Management

  • Implementing offloading procedures and cargo management.
  • Utilizing shuttle tanker operations and loading systems.
  • Implementing cargo measurement and quality control.
  • Designing and building offloading protocols.
  • Best practices for offloading.

Module 5: Maintenance and Integrity Management

  • Designing and build robust maintenance and integrity management plans.
  • Utilizing risk-based inspection and maintenance strategies.
  • Implementing corrosion management and integrity monitoring.
  • Designing and building maintenance programs.
  • Best practices for maintenance.

Module 6: Safety and Emergency Response

  • Optimizing FPSO safety and emergency response protocols.
  • Utilizing safety management systems and risk assessment.
  • Implementing emergency response and evacuation procedures.
  • Designing and building safety protocols.
  • Best practices for safety.

Module 7: Troubleshooting Operational Challenges

  • Troubleshooting and addressing common challenges in FPSO operations.
  • Analyzing operational data and system performance.
  • Utilizing problem-solving techniques for resolution.
  • Resolving common equipment failures and errors.
  • Best practices for troubleshooting.

Module 8: Regulatory Compliance and Environment

  • Implementing regulatory compliance and environmental standards.
  • Utilizing environmental impact assessments and mitigation.
  • Implementing safety management systems and audits.
  • Designing and building compliance programs.
  • Best practices for compliance.

Module 9: Integration with Subsea Systems

  • Integrating FPSO operations with subsea production systems.
  • Utilizing subsea tie-ins and manifold design.
  • Implementing flow assurance and production optimization.
  • Designing and building integrated subsea systems.
  • Best practices for integration.

Module 10: Large-Scale FPSO Projects

  • Understanding how to manage large-scale FPSO projects.
  • Utilizing project management tools and techniques.
  • Implementing program evaluation and reporting.
  • Designing scalable FPSO solutions.
  • Best practices for project management.

Module 11: Emerging FPSO Technologies

  • Exploring emerging technologies in FPSO operations (remote monitoring, digital twins).
  • Utilizing remote monitoring and automation.
  • Implementing digital twins for performance optimization.
  • Designing and building advanced FPSO systems.
  • Optimizing advanced applications for specific use cases.
  • Best practices for advanced applications.

Module 12: Real-World FPSO Use Cases

  • Applying real world use cases for FPSO operations in various offshore fields.
  • Utilizing FPSOs in deepwater developments.
  • Implementing FPSOs in remote and harsh environments.
  • Utilizing FPSOs in mature field redevelopment.
  • Implementing FPSOs in LNG production.
  • Best practices for real-world applications.

Module 13: FPSO Tools Implementation

  • Leveraging FPSO operations tools and frameworks for efficient execution.
  • Utilizing process simulation and modeling software.
  • Implementing real-time monitoring and data analysis tools.
  • Designing and building automated operational workflows.
  • Best practices for tool implementation.

Module 14: Monitoring and Metrics

  • Implementing FPSO project monitoring and metrics.
  • Utilizing operational performance indicators and KPIs.
  • Designing and building monitoring systems for FPSO projects.
  • Optimizing monitoring for real-time insights.
  • Best practices for monitoring.

Module 15: Future Trends in FPSO Operations

  • Emerging trends in FPSO technologies and applications.
  • Utilizing autonomous systems and robotics.
  • Implementing digital twins for performance optimization.
  • Best practices for future FPSO management.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.orgtraining@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.orgtraining@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 14 working days before commencement of the training.

Course Schedule
Dates Fees Location Apply
05/05/2025 - 16/05/2025 $3000 Nairobi
12/05/2025 - 23/05/2025 $5500 Dubai
19/05/2025 - 30/05/2025 $3000 Nairobi
02/06/2025 - 13/06/2025 $3000 Nairobi
09/06/2025 - 20/06/2025 $3500 Mombasa
16/06/2025 - 27/06/2025 $3000 Nairobi
07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 $3000 Nairobi
14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 $5500 Johannesburg
14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 $3000 Nairobi
04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 $3000 Nairobi
11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 $3500 Mombasa
18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 $3000 Nairobi
01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 $3000 Nairobi
08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 $4500 Dar es Salaam
15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 $3000 Nairobi
06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 $3000 Nairobi
13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 $4500 Kigali
20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 $3000 Nairobi
03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 $3000 Nairobi
10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 $3500 Mombasa
17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 $3000 Nairobi
01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 $3000 Nairobi
08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 $3000 Nairobi