Karachaganak Petroleum Operating BV (KPO) let a contract to Fluor Corp. through its consortium with the branch of KMG Engineering LLP KazNIPImunaigas, for projects at Karachaganak field in Kazakhstan.
The value of the 3-year engineering services agreement with two potential 1-year extensions was undisclosed.
Fluor’s scope of work includes feasibility studies, front-end engineering design, and other engineering services. Fluor plans to open an office in Aksai for dedicated project personnel with scalable accommodation to meet all engineering requirements. An engineering team in Farnborough, UK, as well as global subject matter experts also will support project needs, Fluor said.
Karachaganak, covering 280 sq km, produces oil, condensates, and natural gas. Recoverable reserves are estimated at 5 billion boe. KPO—a joint venture of Shell 29.25%, Eni 29.25%, Chevron 18%, Lukoil 13.5%, and KazMunaiGas 10%—oversees the expansion and development of the field.
An expansion project contemplates the implementation, in subsequent stages, of gas treatment and reinjection plants in order to maintain the liquid production profile.
