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Single point mooring (SPM) systems are widely used for offshore oil and liquefied natural gas transshipment due to their flexibility and efficiency. However, this system also faces various risks, especially in complex marine environments.
Main risks of single point mooring
1.Risk of collision
One of the most common risks is a collision between a tanker or other random vessel and an SPM. Such a collision may result in damage to the buoys and hoses, which may lead to an oil spill.
2. Natural disasters
Natural phenomena such as tsunamis, hurricanes and abnormal wind behavior may have a serious impact on SPM systems, causing equipment failure or damage.
3. Seabed fluctuations
Seabed fluctuations may cause damage to seabed strings, increase the risk of leakage, and affect the overall stability of the system.
When an unprotected SPM system encounters the above risks, the following consequences may occur:
● Major oil spill at sea: Once a spill occurs, it may cause irreversible damage to the marine ecology.
● Environmental pollution: Oil spills not only affect water quality but may also affect the ecosystem of coastal areas.
● Expensive clean-up costs: The cost of cleaning up oil spills is usually very high, placing a huge financial burden on operators.
● Casualties: Accidents may cause injuries or life-threatening situations to workers.
● Asset damage: Damage to equipment and infrastructure can result in high repair costs.
● Downtime and demurrage: Downtime of the SPM system after an accident will result in operational losses and demurrage charges.
● Increased insurance costs: Frequent accidents may lead to higher insurance premiums and increase operating costs.
CDSR provides high-quality oil hoses and accessories to ensure the safe operation of SPM. Our oil hoses are made of high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials and can withstand extreme marine environments. The CDSR double carcass hose with monitoring system design reduces the risk of oil spills. We can provide customized solutions based on the specific needs of customers, and help customers achieve efficient and safe operations in complex marine environments.
Date: 28 Feb 2025