Shell Shipping Technology

As a world leading shipping and offshore consultancy, Shell Shipping Technology aims to add value to shipping and marine businesses worldwide by offering a one-stop technical solution to an array of business needs. With up to 50 consultants and up to date market intelligence, we aim to provide first class advice from early project development to fast-track implementation of shipping and marine projects.

We provide advice on design and construction of oil, LNG vessels, offshore facilities, yard selection, tender assessments, contract negotiations, plan approval and construction management.

Our previous experience includes:

• Product and crude carriers (including VLCCs)
• LNG carriers (membrane and spherical tanks)
• Newbuild Floating Production Storage Offtakes (FPSOs)
• Floating Production and Storage Offtake Units (FPSO's)

Current projects include Newbuild Contruction supervision and site representation for LNG Carriers for Nigeria LNG Ltd and Australia LNG as well as  design and permitting work for the Broadwater FSRU.

We can assist with the conversion of oil tankers into Floating Storage Units (FSU), as well as newbuild design, procurement and construction.

Exciting new developments we are looking at include designs for Offshore Floating LNG (FLNG) and Floating Storage and Regasification Units (FSRU).

Our current projects include consultancy to Shell Deepwater Services and Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCO) for field developments in Brazil and Nigeria

Shell Shipping Technology is able to provide specialist advice on:                    

• Suitability of existing ports for specific ships
• Site suitability for port development
• Assessment of site alternatives
• Optimization of import/export opportunities and upgrade options
• Manoeuvring and mooring simulations

In addition, we also provide advice on:

• Operational procedures
• Berth design and commissioning
• HAZOP and HAZID studies
• Offshore mooring and berthing

We also supply operational advice on:

• Cargo care
• Cargo expediting
• Vessel inspection
• Ship/shore compatibility
• Safety management

We are currently engaged in ports and terminal advice worldwide.

Shell Shipping Technology consultants help to shape the standards of future industry regulations through active participation in a number of international organizations, such as:

• The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF)
• Society of International Gas, Tanker and Terminal Operator (SIGTTO)
• The International Maritime Organisation (IMO)

To ensure environmental concerns are addressed in a responsive manner, we also help to address such issues as:

• Ballast water management
• Ship recycling and emissions to atmosphere

At Shell Shipping Technology, we believe that working closely with our clients ensures the successful delivery of a project.