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Port Overview
Okha FPSO (Floating Production, Storage, and Offloading) facility represents a critical offshore maritime infrastructure in the southeastern maritime region of Australia. Located in the Northwest Shelf offshore development area, this specialized floating production unit plays a pivotal role in Australia’s offshore petroleum extraction and maritime energy logistics. Positioned strategically in the Indian Ocean, Okha FPSO serves as a key asset in the region’s hydrocarbon production infrastructure, supporting critical maritime energy operations.
Geographic Location & Access
Precise Coordinates: -19.5877°N, 116.445°E
Located in the Northwest Shelf offshore region of Western Australia, Okha FPSO occupies a strategically important position in Australia’s maritime economic zone. The facility is situated in challenging marine environments characterized by complex oceanic conditions typical of the Northwest Shelf petroleum extraction areas. Oceanic approaches involve navigating through open maritime zones with moderate to challenging maritime conditions, requiring specialized maritime navigation skills and advanced vessel management protocols.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
As a specialized Floating Production, Storage, and Offloading (FPSO) unit, Okha demonstrates unique maritime infrastructure characteristics:
– Specialized offshore production configuration
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Petroleum production and storage capabilities
– Advanced marine processing infrastructure
– Integrated storage and offloading systems
– Designed for extended offshore operational capabilities
The facility represents a sophisticated maritime engineering solution, combining production, storage, and offloading functionalities in a single integrated maritime platform.
Technical Specifications
Critical technical parameters include:
– Maximum operational draft: 50 meters
– Vessel type: Floating Production Storage Offloading unit
– Positioning: Dynamic positioning capabilities
– Storage capacity: Substantial crude oil storage volumes
– Processing capabilities: Advanced hydrocarbon processing systems
– Navigation systems: State-of-the-art maritime navigation technologies
Operational Services
Specialized offshore operational services include:
– Crude oil production and processing
– Offshore storage capabilities
– Marine transfer operations
– Advanced safety and environmental management systems
– Integrated maritime communication networks
– Specialized offshore crew support services
Commercial & Economic Aspects
The Okha FPSO represents a significant investment in Australia’s offshore energy infrastructure, contributing substantially to:
– Regional maritime energy production
– Economic value generation
– Technological maritime innovation
– Offshore resource extraction capabilities
Strategic Importance
Okha FPSO demonstrates critical strategic significance through:
– Advanced offshore production capabilities
– Support of Australia’s maritime energy sector
– Technological leadership in offshore infrastructure
– Contribution to national energy security
– Sophisticated maritime engineering implementation
Competitive Advantages
– Advanced offshore processing technologies
– Robust maritime operational capabilities
– Integrated production and storage systems
– High-performance marine engineering design
– Comprehensive safety and environmental management protocols
Conclusion
Okha FPSO represents a sophisticated maritime infrastructure asset, combining advanced technological capabilities with critical offshore energy production functionalities. Its strategic positioning and comprehensive operational capabilities make it a significant component of Australia’s maritime energy infrastructure.
Recommended for: Offshore energy operators, maritime logistics professionals, petroleum engineering specialists, and marine
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