PETROLEUM INDUSTRY:TPS-TUNISIA
| Montpellier | September 24th, 2010
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COSWIN IN THE LAND OF BLACK GOLD…
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| The petroleum industry has many aspects and faces many different types of difficulties. It can be broadly split into “upstream” (exploration and production) and “downstream” (refining and distribution) elements. Oil exploration is a very lengthy and expensive process that requires a large amount of capital. It is also a process that is subject to strict legislation in terms of safety and the environment. The Coswin 7i installation of Tyna Petroleum Services in Tunisia is an interesting example of how a CMMS can be of help in the petroleum industry.
Although Tunisia’s oil and gas reserves are smaller than those of its neighbours, they are in no way insignificant. The country is ranked as number 58 among oil producing nations according to the World Factbook that is published annually by the American CIA. This ranking is possible due to the country’s ability to exploit reserves both on and offshore. |
 TPS Offshore platform in the Kerkennah archipelago near Sfax. |
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There are currently over 50 oil and gas companies operating in Tunisia including the Austrian group OMV which has had a presence in the country since 1970. OMV owns 49% of TPS. Tunisia was also one of the first African countries to establish a legal and economical framework specifically for the petroleum and hydrocarbons industry. The country has recently seen the launch of its own Oil and Gas portal which provides information on the latest developments in the sector.
In such a competitive environment, effective maintenance is a high priority. Unplanned shut downs can have very serious consequences. Site operators must ensure that their equipment is safe not only for their workers, but also for the environment. As well as these general safety and reliability objectives, a CMMS tool can also be used to manage the regulatory framework that must be applied to activities. Exploration in Tunisia with the TPS CMMS project. |
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