We are pleased to announce the opening of a new base and the commissioning of a cutting-edge capping stack in Guyana. This state-of-the-art equipment, designed and built by Trendsetter Engineering, is integral to our mission to bolster global oil spill response capabilities.
The newly commissioned capping stack, stationed at our Guyana Shore Base Inc. (GYSBI), is one of six provided by OSRL to the industry and one of only two in Latin America. This critical asset is leased to ExxonMobil Guyana as part of a newly established Guyana regional capping stack service, with ExxonMobil being the inaugural subscriber. We welcome the opportunity to discuss providing coverage to other operators in the region.
Andy Myers, our Response Director, highlighted the significance of this addition to the company’s comprehensive oil spill response capability. “The arrival of this advanced equipment underscores our unwavering commitment to our members and to mitigating the impacts of oil spills worldwide,” Myers stated.
In response to the needs and requirements of current offshore operations, the Guyanese government mandated the presence of Subsea Well Intervention equipment in the country. The system, which includes a Lightweight Capping Stack and a heavy shears kit for debris removal provided by Trendsetter Engineering, was delivered earlier this year.
The development of the new base in Guyana aligns with our Long-term Strategy to enhance operational capability for our members while supporting the development of an integrated response function within the Americas Region.
Looking ahead, we plan to expand our in-country capabilities. “In the future, we will also look at expanding our in-country surface and dispersant response capabilities as part of a more comprehensive emergency response offer,” said Vicente Allevato, our Americas Regional Manager.
We encourage other operators in Guyana and the region to subscribe to this essential capping stack service, reinforcing collective efforts to remain ready to respond in the event of an oil spill.
ROV simulator of the Guyana Stack in use in a simulated loss of well control event.
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