(This article originally appeared in the 6 May edition of Upstream newspaper.)
The US supermajor has shortlisted Japanese floater specialist Modec International and Netherlands-based rival SBM Offshore to compete in the upcoming tender for the FPSO, Upstream has learned.
ExxonMobil has kept a tight lid on the project and is proceeding cautiously as it waits on appraisal results.
However, a formal invitation to tender is expected shortly, with a six-month FEED targeted to begin in late summer or early autumn, Upstream understands.
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