DOF lands $25m African deepwater job as Skandi Acergy gears up for 2027
Norwegian owner secures subsea installation work in Africa with a 100-day campaign starting Q1 2027
The Norwegian offshore vessel operator DOF has secured a contract for deepwater subsea installation work off the coast of Africa. The project, set to begin in early 2027, will be carried out by the Skandi Acergy, a construction support vessel equipped with remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). The campaign is expected to last approximately 100 days.
The agreement covers a comprehensive range of services, including project management, engineering, logistics, and offshore execution. DOF will handle the transportation and installation of subsea production systems (SPS) in deepwater fields, a critical component of offshore energy development.
Project scope and execution: Skandi Acergy
Engineering and planning activities will be managed by DOF’s Atlantic region teams in Bergen, Norway, and Aberdeen, UK. The company’s Norwegian and UK engineering units will also support the offshore execution phase, ensuring coordination between onshore planning and field operations. The Skandi Acergy, designed for subsea tasks across varying water depths and conditions, will perform the installation work.
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While DOF has not disclosed the exact value of the contract, the company has classified it as significant, a category reserved for deals worth between $15 million and $25 million. The project will contribute to DOF’s order backlog for 2027, reinforcing its position in the deepwater subsea installation market.
Financial details and strategic impact
Mons Aase, CEO of DOF Group, highlighted the project’s importance, stating that deepwater SPS installation requires careful planning, strong engineering, and proven execution capability. He added that DOF’s priority would be to ensure safe, efficient, and timely delivery while managing project risks effectively.
DOF has not revealed the identity of the client or the specific offshore fields involved, reflecting the competitive nature of the subsea sector, where confidentiality is often a key consideration for operators.
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