Wyrick, D A and Eschenbach, T G (1989) Remote oil and gas facility construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 115(2), pp. 228-236. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
The construction of oil and gas facilities on integrated barge units (IBUs) is presented. This technique of construction could be useful in remote wilderness locations. The function of the facilities, alternate construction techniques, and the effects of location and terrain conditions are discussed. Construction costs using the IBU method are estimated to represent a 16% savings in capital costs over modular construction, and facility startup can be advanced by up to five months. Using an IBU instead of a stickbuilt facility may represent a 44% savings in cost. In addition, maintenance, abandonment, and site rehabilitation are discussed and compared. For every aspect of cost presented, the integrated barge unit offers a less costly alternative. Depending on the specific location, this technique could also represent less of an impact to the surrounding environment than the more traditional techniques of oil and gas facility construction.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Index terms: | oil and gas, startup, savings, construction cost, modular construction, abandonment, capital cost |
| Subjects: | business, economic analysis, financial and cost management, accounting and finance, industry analysis, completion, building construction |
| Topics: | Business Strategy, Cost Management, Research Practice, Project Management, Construction Technology |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 PC |
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