Offshore Field Support Services

Rig Moves and Field Services

The success of any offshore project hinges on meticulous planning and seamless execution. Our Offshore Field & Operational Support services provide the critical on-site and technical expertise required to ensure safety, efficiency, and operational excellence throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Drawing on our legacy of designing some of the industry’s most robust mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs) and specialized vessels, our team of seasoned naval architects and engineers delivers practical, real-world solutions directly to the field. From the initial stages of a rig move to addressing unexpected challenges during operations, we serve as your trusted technical partner, helping you mitigate risk and maximize asset uptime.

Our services are designed to support your team, offering a direct link between our deep engineering knowledge and the unique demands of your offshore environment. We provide a full suite of services to support new builds, conversions, and ongoing operations, ensuring that your assets perform to the highest standards of safety and reliability.

On-Site Support Services

In addition, F&G offers both remote and onsite troubleshooting services. We provide quick and effective solutions to technical challenges as they arise. Our hands-on support reduces delays and helps maintain uptime in even the most demanding environments.

Reach out to us today to see how we can support you with our range of additional technical services.

Rig Move, Relocation, and Readiness Consulting

The successful relocation and operation of a mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) requires meticulous planning and a deep understanding of jackup rigs. Friede & Goldman provides comprehensive Rig Move & Field Support Services to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely execution of these critical operations.

Our experienced naval architects and engineers work closely with rig owners, operators, and marine warranty surveyors to develop detailed, site-specific procedures for every phase of a rig move.

Our services include:

  • Pre-Move Engineering: We conduct thorough analyses of the rig’s stability, leg strength, and structural integrity for both on-bottom and floating conditions. Our engineers produce detailed leg penetration and punch-through assessments, ensuring the rig can be safely elevated at its new location.
  • Towing & Transit Analysis: We provide advanced engineering support for towing and wet tow operations, calculating sea-fastening requirements, and performing motion and stability analyses to ensure the rig’s safe transit.
  • On-Site Operational Support: Our field support includes developing detailed jacking procedures, ballast plans, and emergency response protocols. We are available to provide on-site technical assistance to address any challenges during the positioning and elevation process.

By combining our extensive design expertise with real-world operational experience, we help minimize risk, reduce downtime, and ensure a seamless rig move, allowing you to begin your field operations with confidence

Spare Parts Supply

We supply critical spare parts to minimize downtime and maintain the performance of drilling equipment and offshore structures. Our products group continually works to provide customized and cost-effective solutions for the offshore industry. F&G-designed and patented equipment ranges from legacy components such as jacking and rack chock systems, to more tailor-made solutions such as vertical riser fingerboards and simultaneous pipe handling systems.

On-Site Support Services

In addition, F&G offers both remote and onsite troubleshooting services. We provide quick and effective solutions to technical challenges as they arise. Our hands-on support reduces delays and helps maintain uptime in even the most demanding environments.

Reach out to us today to see how we can support you with our range of additional technical services.

The successful relocation and operation of a mobile offshore drilling unit (MODU) requires meticulous planning and a deep understanding of jackup rigs. Friede & Goldman provides comprehensive Rig Move & Field Support Services to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely execution of these critical operations.

Our experienced naval architects and engineers work closely with rig owners, operators, and marine warranty surveyors to develop detailed, site-specific procedures for every phase of a rig move. Our services include:

  • Pre-Move Engineering: We conduct thorough analyses of the rig’s stability, leg strength, and structural integrity for both on-bottom and floating conditions. Our engineers produce detailed leg penetration and punch-through assessments, ensuring the rig can be safely elevated at its new location.
  • Towing & Transit Analysis: We provide advanced engineering support for towing and wet tow operations, calculating sea-fastening requirements, and performing motion and stability analyses to ensure the rig’s safe transit.
  • On-Site Operational Support: Our field support includes developing detailed jacking procedures, ballast plans, and emergency response protocols. We are available to provide on-site technical assistance to address any challenges during the positioning and elevation process.
    By combining our extensive design expertise with real-world operational experience, we help minimize risk, reduce downtime, and ensure a seamless rig move, allowing you to begin your field operations with confidence
  • Rig Move, Relocation, and Readiness Consulting

    Spare Parts Supply

    We supply critical spare parts to minimize downtime and maintain the performance of drilling equipment and offshore structures. Our products group continually works to provide customized and cost-effective solutions for the offshore industry. F&G-designed and patented equipment ranges from legacy components such as jacking and rack chock systems, to more tailor-made solutions such as vertical riser fingerboards and simultaneous pipe handling systems.

    Decades of Forward Thinking

    From our start more than 75 years ago, to the offshore technologies of the future, our approach has always been forward looking. F&G has extensive experience across offshore industries that enables us to provide the best solutions for our clients.