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Delivering life cycle classification and technical advisory services to the offshore energy industry.

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Supporting governments around the globe with classification and technical advisory services.

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Subsea Solutions

Delivering independent verification, certification, engineering analysis, and risk assessments to the subsea sector

Offshore field developments, whether for traditional projects or emerging renewable ones, continue to play an important role in helping to meet the world’s growing energy demand. In all cases the integrity, reliability and safety of subsea systems is crucial and viewed by industry as important tools in helping reduce risks to life and environmental impact.

Subsea Life Cycle Solutions

ABS offers a suite of subsea services across the full project life cycle, from discovery to decommissioning. This includes approval of new technology, verification of design or engineering, and certification and inspection of equipment. Our goal is to work with the offshore industry to verify the components that will allow safe and reliable subsea development.

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Recognized leader in independent verification, certification and classification for the subsea sector
Significant offshore and subsea track record, and successful work history with major industry players
Full life-cycle solutions, from support during development of new technologies to verification of field decommissioning
Large global footprint of engineers, inspectors, surveyors and subsea specialists
Collaborative and flexible approach to help our clients find the right solution for their project
Active participation in industry groups including American Petroleum Institute (API) Task Groups, Joint Industry Projects (JIP), and Studies for and Engaging
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Subsea Rules, Guides And Advisories

Advisory on Subsea Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair

Advisory on Subsea Processing Systems

Guidance Notes on Qualifying New Technologies

Guidance Notes on Review and Approval of Novel Concepts

Guidance Notes on Subsea Hybrid Riser Systems

Guidance Notes on Subsea Pipeline Route Determination

Guide for Building and Classing Subsea Riser Systems

Guide for Risk-Based Inspection for Floating Offshore Installations

Guide for Subsea Pipeline Systems

Guide for Subsea Production Systems, Equipment, and Components

Rules for Building and Classing Offshore Installations

Rules for Building and Classing Single Point Moorings