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Dockwise Utilizes Bentley Technology to Halve Topsides Float-over Time
Overview
Dockwise Utilizes Bentley Technology to Halve Topsides Float-over TimeBentley |
Platform as a Service (PaaS) - Application Development Platforms Sensors - Utility Meters | |
Oil & Gas Transportation | |
Procurement Product Research & Development | |
Autonomous Transport Systems Transportation Simulation | |
System Integration | |
Operational Impact
The use of Bentley technology improved efficiency and accuracy throughout the duration of the project. The topsides float-over analysis was a time-consuming process that required huge data transfer between SACS and MOSES. The ability to transfer data between these two programs was critical and increased project efficiency. The geographic distribution of the project across three office centers allowed key team members to be available 24 hours a day to work on the pre-identified fast-track tasks and unexpected urgent requests from the field. The combination of MicroStation and ProjectWise provided the information mobility solution that Dockwise required for such a large project executed on a global basis. Safety was also a prime consideration during the T&I project. MOSES and SACS were used to simulate the float-over procedure, which provided accurate predictions for the mooring line and equipment impact forces, and verified the mooring line arrangements. These engineering activities significantly reduced the risk of a mooring line break during the operation, and so contributed directly to personal and operational safety. The installation was ultimately performed without any accidents. | |
Quantitative Benefit
Efficiencies achieved during detail design saved 5,000 man-hours of the 30,000 engineering hours. | |
Simulations conducted using MOSES and SACS cut the estimated topsides float-over time from four days to two days. | |
The planned four-day operation was actually reduced to just two days for the float-over operation. | |