Shell Buys Curlew Fpso -

Originally built in 1983 as the tanker Maersk Dorset , the vessel was converted into an FPSO in 1997. For over 15 years, Shell leased the unit for its Curlew field operations in the UK Central North Sea.

The acquisition of the (Floating Production, Storage, and Offloading) by Shell from Maersk FPSOs in 2013 marked a significant shift in the asset's lifecycle, transitioning it from a leased unit to a wholly-owned asset within Shell's North Sea portfolio. Context: The Curlew Acquisition (2013) shell buys curlew fpso

Shell and ExxonMobil (as joint venture partners) finalized the transfer of ownership from Maersk to streamline operations as the field entered its mature phase. Shell and ExxonMobil look to land Curlew unit Originally built in 1983 as the tanker Maersk

Shell's 2013 purchase was part of a broader strategy to "strengthen and focus" its portfolio. By owning the vessel, Shell gained greater control over the development of nearby discoveries, such as Curlew C, and aimed to extend the operational life of the basin. Context: The Curlew Acquisition (2013) Shell and ExxonMobil