McDermott has been awarded an EPCIC contract by PETRONAS Carigali Brunei Ltd. to deliver a major offshore natural gas development project in Brunei Darussalam, marking one of the country’s most significant conventional gas investments in recent years.
The award follows McDermott’s successful completion of front-end engineering design (FEED), engineering optimisation and project readiness activities, reinforcing the contractor’s role as a long-term technical partner on the development.
Scope of Work and Subsea Infrastructure
Under the contract, McDermott will provide engineering, procurement, construction, installation and commissioning services for a complete subsea production system. The scope includes subsea umbilicals, risers and flowlines that will connect six offshore wells to a floating production unit for natural gas recovery.
In addition, McDermott will deliver EPCIC services for a gas export pipeline, which will transport produced gas to Brunei’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities, strengthening feedstock security for the country’s LNG export sector.
Engineering Execution and Regional Expertise
Project management and engineering execution will be led from McDermott’s Kuala Lumpur engineering centre of excellence, supported by specialist teams across its global offices and offshore project locations.
“Transitioning from FEED to a full EPCIC award underscores McDermott’s engineering excellence and proven ability to deliver complex subsea projects across the region,” said Mahesh Swaminathan, Senior Vice President for Subsea and Floating Facilities at McDermott.
“It also reinforces our collaborative approach in working closely with customers to unlock engineering value. We look forward to continuing our partnership with PETRONAS Carigali Brunei and its stakeholders to deliver this project safely and efficiently,” he added.
Strategic Importance for Brunei’s Gas Sector
Once operational, the gas field is expected to provide a long-term and reliable supply of natural gas, supporting Brunei’s domestic energy requirements while underpinning its LNG export commitments, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy.
The project highlights Brunei’s continued investment in upstream gas infrastructure as it seeks to maintain production reliability, monetise offshore resources and reinforce its position within the regional LNG market.