Can the gas be processed offshore?
Yes, the gas can be processed offshore. At present there is very little evidence to disprove the following as viable alternatives: Twister: Supersonic gas processing suitable for offshore unmanned platforms in remote and hostile environments (www.twisterbv.com) Offshore Platform at source: widely used method for offshore gas processing Shallow Water Platform: This option is similar to many traditional offshore platforms, however, it poses fewer challenges and is less costly than a deep water option Shell have admitted that the gas can be processed offshore but in the interest of their worker’s safety they chose the onshore option. They also claim it will bring great benefits to the area during the construction phase.
