The OCS Technology Group was founded by Marine Engineers in May 1974 for the purpose of dealing with the associated Documentation and Training requirements implemented by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and the Classification Societies, in the wake of numerous disasters at sea. The Company extended its activities into the Offshore Industry in 1981, particularly in the area of Floating Production Systems, and has maintained its leadership in this field to the present day.

With many of the major oilfields already discovered and producing, Companies are turning their attention to smaller accumulations which can only be economically developed by F.P.S., with the added advantage of "re-useability" and the virtual elimination of abandonment costs.

OCS, in recognition of this trend, has been expanding its activities into worldwide research on this subject. This entails the acquisition of data from the intended market and a high degree of research into worldwide oil and gas fields, in conjunction with the Operators. Coupled with location, infrastructure and environmental parameters, eg wave, climate, water depth and temperature, this forms the data base for F.P.S. design in any given area.

The Company also works in conjunction with leading Project Management Companies and presents in an unbiased way, the solutions offered by these Companies. Much of this information is obtained by way of research papers which the Companies provide, and the information is assembled in an easy-to-study format which is made available in a cohesive compact document. The information is also available on CD Rom or Diskette.

"The Floating Production Systems - Blueprints for the Year 2000" has been running successfully since 1981, and the number of participants has been steadily increasing, reflecting the interest in Floating Production. This annual event provides a Forum, whereby the Industry can meet, exchange ideas and keep abreast of the rapidly changing technology. The Conference also assists in the maintenance of the FPS contact personnel database, which is available to subscribers.

OCS will continue to concentrate on the provision of quality Conference services in the area of Oilfield Development based on the latest technology. The use of advanced technology is growing steadily in many areas of the world and it is planned to hold future Conferences in other regions including Brazil, South Africa, China, Vietnam and Austalasia.

The company will also be providing Management Training Seminars in areas of importance to the Industry, utilising the Convention and Training Facilities at the Innovation Centre located in the Aberdeen Offshore Technology Park.

The OCS Technology Group Company Structure & Services

J. Morgan - Manager
M. Kyriakidis - Administration
The Innovation Centre
Offshore Technology Park
Exploration Drive
Aberdeen  AB23 8GX   UK
Tel: +44 01224 708088
Fax: +44 01224 708080

PUBLICATIONS

CONFERENCES

PRODUCTION FACILITIES

DOCUMENTATION

UPDATE & INFORMATION EXCHANGE NETWORK

OFFSHORE RESEARCH ANALYSIS

DATABASES

Administration
34-36 Apsley End Road
Shillington
Hitchin, Herts., UK
SG5 3LX
Tel: +44 01462 712049
Fax: +44 01462 711889