The Paired-Column Semisubmersible represents a simple upgrade to the conventional semisubmersible that results in a powerful new capability.
Paired-Column Semi
Basic Overview of Paired-Column Semi
Implementation of Houston Offshore Engineering's new Paired-Column technology brings many advantages to deepwater developments. These are:
- Support of either wet or dry trees, or both
- Conventional off-the-shelf riser tensioning equipment due to low riser stroke
- Paired-Column arrangement significantly reduces surge motions which benefits SCR response and touch-down fatigue
- Full quayside integration
- Conventional structural components
- Efficient deck structure
Houston Offshore Engineering's Paired-Column deepwater solution has been thoroughly engineered and model tested for the Gulf of Mexico's most severe metocean environment - Central Region.
