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FEATURES 8

Chevron in West Africa

The supermajor combines technology and streamlined work processes to maximize production ef? ciencies in its mature ? elds.

By Jennifer Pallanich 23

Renewables

As Europe’s offshore wind market continues to grow, so too does the size of modern components, presenting new challenges for the installation ? eet.

By Elaine Maslin 32

Tapping Tiebacks

Operators continue to look for fast returns via subsea tiebacks while vendors look for technical solutions to help unlock more ? elds for less.

By Elaine Maslin

Source: Saipem Source: Chevron 38

Drill Tech Trends

Fully-automated drilling aboard a semisubmersible or jack-up drill rig powered by batteries has become a reality.

By William Stoichevski

Source: Ole Jørgen Bratland/Equinor Source: Fred. Olsen Windcarrier

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