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Subsea Systems

Subsea Systems

Our Expertise

J P Kenny has one of the longest track records of any subsea services company. Our subsea team consists of more than 300 specialists covering all technical and project management disciplines. We deliver subsea projects in all geographical regions, and have participated in approximately half of the world's subsea developments installed so far.

J P Kenny provides a full range of lifecycle services from the earliest conceptual studies, through the optimisation of the architecture, detailed design and operations, to decommissioning. Engineering excellence in associated technologies such as; materials engineering, flow assurance, route selection, flowline and umbilical design and installation, and integration with floating and fixed production hosts, allows J P Kenny to engineer complete subsea system solutions. Our strong project management and contracting skills means we can complement both large and small clients and can align with a range of contracting approaches.

Since its formation in 1978, J P Kenny has remained independent of product and construction companies, guaranteeing independent, unbiased advice.

Key Capabilities

In order to deliver value, the J P Kenny subsea systems group has developed proven processes, technologies and capabilities including:

Flowline design: J P Kenny is able to draw upon a heritage of excellence to deliver flowline systems.

Cost estimating: Through the many subsea projects that J P Kenny has participated in, cost, schedule, and availability (uptime) information is readily available.

Materials engineering: Material selection for subsea systems is paramount to ensure uninterrupted operability. Our specialists produce the material specifications and provide continuous technical support during the tendering and manufacturing processes.

Controls systems and umbilical support: J P Kenny has developed a particular skill set in these areas, with expertise that includes; specification of control system components, technical analysis of control systems and management of Total Vendor Maintenance Contracts.

Systems integration: Relies heavily on the experience of the personnel involved. J P Kenny recognises this and emphasizes the broader systems scope through its hiring and development of staff.

Flow assurance: J P Kenny relies on sister company, industry leader MSI, to carry out advanced flow assurance work.