What is an FPSO? How an FPSO Operates

nderstanding FPSO: Floating Production, Storage, and Offloading
Introduction
Brief overview of FPSOs and their role in offshore oil and gas operations.
Importance of FPSOs in remote offshore locations where pipelines are unavailable.
1. What is an FPSO?
Definition and basic explanation.
Purpose: production, storage, and offloading of oil and gas.
Evolution of FPSO technology.
2. Components and Structure of an FPSO
Hull and storage tanks.
Production facilities: separators, compressors, and more.
Offloading system (e.g., export hoses and mooring).
Mooring systems: spread mooring vs. turret mooring.
Safety and environmental control systems.
3. How an FPSO Operates
Exploration and extraction of hydrocarbons.
Processing on the FPSO: separation, treatment, and compression.
Storage and offloading to shuttle tankers.
Maintenance and safety protocols.