This paper discusses specific considerations and challenges associated with the design and installation of subsea pipelines in deep water with reference to recent relevant projects. Such considerations include mechanical design, construction techniques and parameters, as well as prevailing physical and environmental conditions. On-going developments and design approaches are discussed together with existing installation capabilities and a review of possible future developments.

Keywords:
excess, reliability, requirement, offshore pipeline, pipeline, installation consideration, water depth, linepipe, pipelay, consideration
Subjects:
Pipelines, Flowlines and Risers, Offshore pipelines
Copyright 1999, Society of Petroleum Engineers
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