FPSO compressor arrives in Germany for inspection

The mechanical seal from the Liza Destiny FPSO

ExxonMobil yesterday confirmed that the third stage flash gas compressor that malfunctioned recently and other key parts from the offshore Liza Destiny Floating Production, Storage and Offloading (FPSO) oil platform have arrived in Germany and are being disassembled for inspection and assessment. 

The company, which has had to increase gas flaring due to the malfunction, recently announced that it would have to send the compressor to Germany for a full assessment to determine the fault.

In a statement yesterday, Exxon said that the compressor, mechanical seal, the suction silencer and necessary spare parts were cleared with customs in Germany and are now being disassembled for inspection and assessment.