Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
710509 IFAC Proceedings Volumes 2009 10 Pages PDF
Abstract

This paper gives an overview on the oil exploitation in Brazilian waters, the operational aspects, and the experience to implement DP shuttle vessel operations. Besides that, the Shuttle Tankers (ST) basic requirements for Campos Basin conditions and the acceptance tests required by PETROBRAS, at the present time, are also presented. In addition, the authors make comparisons between converted and new building shuttle tankers, describing the pros and cons of each one. Naturally, the most cost effective alternative for the Campos Basin scenario is discussed.

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