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Singapore Selects KBR and Argus for Major
Hydrogen Feasibility Study
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BR (NYSE: KBR) and Argus announced that they have been
awarded a contract to conduct a feasibility study on hydrogen
imports and downstream applications for Singapore.
The project was commissioned by the National Climate Change
Secretariat (NCCS), Strategy Group, in the Prime Minister’s Office in
Singapore, in conjunction with the Singapore Economic Development
Board and Energy Market Authority.
One of the key objectives of the study is to assess the feasibility of
hydrogen for long-term cost-competitive emissions reduction in
Singapore. KBR and Argus will conduct market and technical studies
covering potential sources of hydrogen imports to Singapore based on
availability, cost, technical feasibility and supply security up to 2050.
Hydrogen generation may include fossil fuel-based production methods
in the short term and new, low-carbon or green forms of generation in
the long term.
Argus’ expertise in energy markets and large-scale energy transitions
will be used to quantify the potential for a switchover from conventional,
fossil fuel technologies to the hydrogen alternative.
Competition from newer technologies, such as battery electric vehicles
and solar photovoltaics, will also be reviewed. The detailed analysis will
inform Singapore’s policy makers about the most balanced approach to
decarbonizing the economy across the different sectors.
KBR will run a series of workshops and consultation sessions with
key stakeholders that are critical to the deployment of imported
hydrogen in Singapore, including representatives from the hydrogen
supply, manufacturing, power generation and transport sectors. KBR
will also recommend research, development and deployment (RD&D)
investment opportunities for Singapore to develop a competitive
hydrogen economy in the long term.
“We are delighted to be part of this strategic project supporting a
prestigious partner to explore the potential of using hydrogen as a
sustainable source of energy for Asia Pacific,” said Jay Ibrahim, KBR
President, Energy Solutions – Services. “The work will be undertaken
by KBR Consulting, where our strategic master-planning capability
resides to help customers improve their sustainability, energy efficiency
and maximize asset performance.”
Archer Granted Extension on Aker BP’s Valhall and
Ula Platforms
Argus Media Chairman and Chief Executive Adrian Binks said: “We
are delighted to be working with KBR on this interesting and important
project. Argus’ consulting team is well placed to research and advise on
the possibility of extending hydrogen use in Singapore.” O
KBR applies its extensive knowledge of energy markets and its
proprietary tools to offer sound insight into the viability, technical
feasibility, economic, climate and environmental benefits of a project
as well as the potential opportunities and challenges. Customers trust
KBR to provide the data and analysis necessary to mitigate risks and
meet objectives. • Archer said on Tuesday that the new contract is scheduled to start on
October 1, 2019, in direct continuation of the existing contract.
il services company Archer has been awarded a 15-month extension
to its existing platform drilling and maintenance services contract
for Aker BP’s Valhall and Ula platforms on the Norwegian Continental
Shelf.
This extension ensures continuity of platform drilling operations and
maintenance management services on the Aker BP platforms until the
end of 2020, Archer added.
The Ula field is located in the southern part of the North Sea, and
consists of three platforms. The field center serves as an area hub for
the satellite field Tambar, and as a third-party host for the Oselvar and
Blane fields.
Valhall is a giant oilfield in the southern Norwegian North Sea.
Production started in 1982 and following commissioning of the new PH
platform in 2013 the field now has the potential to continue producing
for several decades.
Eirik Windegaard, Country Manager Platform Drilling Norway,
commented: “Our dedicated operations, maintenance and engineering
teams have supported the Ula field since 1986 and the Valhall field since
2001.
“Our strong partnership with Aker BP, coupled with our commitment,
integrity, and best in class operational performance has resulted in
this contract extension. We look forward to continuing our working
relationship with Aker BP, especially supporting the robotics project
that has the potential to define the future for rig design and operation.” •
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