Fugro has secured a significant contract with Mubadala Energy (South Andaman) RSC Limited to provide advanced soil investigation services for the South Andaman Deepwater Development, situated offshore Indonesia. This project is crucial as it will support the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and the subsequent Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) award, ultimately guiding the detailed design for the development of the Tangkulo Field. The collaboration underscores the importance of thorough geological assessments in ensuring the project's success and efficiency in the region's energy sector.
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Original from ROVplanet.com: Fugro Supports Mubadala Energy’s Deepwater Gas Development Offshore North Sumatra
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United States
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United States
US manufacturer of robotic lift-assist and masonry automation systems that enhance construction worker safety and productivity.
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United States
US-based industrial PC manufacturer building custom rugged rack-mount, panel, and embedded computers for robotics, SCADA, and HMI applications since 1993.
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Japan
Japanese industry council promoting robotics development and diffusion in Aichi Prefecture, one of Japan's largest robot manufacturing hubs.
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Brazil
Brazilian industrial robotics system integrator in Curitiba, Parana, specializing in robotic welding, automated handling, palletizing, and custom automation.
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Canada
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United States
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