Divetech Offshore Pte Ltd (DTOS) successfully completed its first saturation diving project, supporting the installation of a Floating Storage and Offloading (FSO) unit at an in-field location in Malaysia.
Scope of Work
- Flexible riser installation
- PLEM modification works
- Subsea tie-in and hydraulic bolt tensioning
Execution Under Challenging Conditions
This project marked a major milestone for DTOS, delivered under a compressed schedule and harsh monsoon conditions, with sea states up to 5 metres. Operations continued through the Christmas and New Year period, requiring close coordination across stakeholders and representing the company’s first full saturation diving execution.
Despite these challenges, the project was completed successfully.
Operational Excellence & Safety
Success was driven by strong alignment, disciplined execution, and a commitment to safety and performance.
- Procedures were thoroughly reviewed
- Familiarisation sessions and emergency drills ensured readiness
- The team maintained a methodical, safety-first approach throughout
Acknowledgements
We thank Starke Marine Sdn Bhd for their trust and partnership. Appreciation also goes to Mermaid Subsea Services (Thailand) Ltd, the DSV Van Gogh vessel crew, and life support teams for their professionalism.
Special thanks to Torsten Lechler for his valuable input.
We also recognise our dive team — Leroy Low, Rudie Haque, Philip Cheong, Allen Tay, and Jack Ng – whose resilience, dedication, and professionalism were key to success.
This achievement strengthens DTOS’s offshore subsea capabilities as we continue to grow in the dive and subsea sector.
Venturing Deeper. Venturing Together.
