Industry sources told Upstream that the original concept of a riser platform and accommodation platform, both bridge-linked to the existing Gannet A facility, has been spiked.
Instead, the operator has decided to opt for just a living quarters platform.
The accommodation platform is likely to involve a 120 to 140-person living quarters sitting atop a 3000-tonne jacket, pinned in place by about 2000 tonnes of piles.
However,
