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The Incident Occurred Due to a Failure of a Crane Wire That Was Suspending the Submarine in the Waters of Australia
A serious incident occurred recently in the waters of Australia when a subsea module, umbilical lines, and a crane cable sank to the seabed due to a failure of the main crane wire of a third-party vessel. The event, which took place on September 19, involved a failure of the main crane while it was suspending the subsea module of a lightwell intervention (LWI) deployed on a vessel from Expro, a UK energy services provider, according to Offshore Energy.
Fortunately, there were no injuries during the incident in Australia. At the time of the failure, the subsea module was suspended about 15 meters above the seabed. Expro, responsible for the operation, conducted an initial inspection with a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) that confirmed that the equipment came to rest in a safe location on the seabed of Australia. However, the incident had significant consequences.
Assessment and Recovery Plan Underway for the Submarine in Australia
Expro took immediate action by suspending all LWI operations deployed on vessels. The company is now working closely with relevant stakeholders and independent experts to assess the incident and develop a recovery plan for the submarine in Australia. Part of this process will include conducting a detailed investigation of the incident and releasing additional information, including financial impacts, as part of its quarterly report.
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Expro’s CEO, Michael Jardon, reinforced the company’s commitment to safety and environmental protection. He expressed relief that the submarine incident did not result in personal injuries or hydrocarbon leaks in the well. The company acknowledged that the introduction of the LWI system deployed on vessel faced challenges but highlighted that customer interest in economic subsea intervention solutions and LWI deployed on vessels remains strong.
Although the incident presented significant challenges, Expro is committed to addressing the situation in a responsible and safe manner. The company in Australia is determined to conduct a thorough investigation and explore alternatives for its LWI services. This event serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and constant vigilance in the offshore energy industry.
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