PRESS RELEASE: Rolls-Royce signs five-year maintenance contract underscoring commitment to Indonesia
Monday, September 10 2001 - 07:54 AM WIB
The Hang Tuah production unit uses two Rolls-Royce Avon gas turbine driven centrifugal compressor packages: the Belida platform uses one.
These gas production facilities are critical for Indonesia to maintain the supply of natural gas required to meet contracts recently signed by Pertamina and SembCorp Gas, Singapore. This project, to build the largets international natural gas supply and delivery system in Asia Pacific, will provide Singapore with a clean burning fuel for future industry growth.
John Gaskell, President, Rolls-Royce energy Business, said: ?This comprehensive maintenance contract with Conoco Indonesia In. Ltd. is a prime example of our dedication to supporting our client and equipment over the entire life of the project, as well as our commitment to Rolls-Royce equipment in Indonesia.
?Integrating the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) into their operations as a risk-sharing partner is a novel approach, and Pertamina and Conoco Indonesia Inc. Ltd. lead the oil and gas industry in establishing comprehensive maintenance contracts with offshore presence. Currently we are working together with Conoco Indonesia Inc. Ltd. personnel on the Hang Tuah MOGPU facility in preparation for delivery of ?fist gas?.?
Rolls-Royce has a long history with Conoco Incorporated throughout the world. The company has also been involved with Pertamina since 1980s and Conoco Indonesia Ins. Ltd for the past six years. (*)