Bibby gets Alba FSU crew management contract

Mark Robertshaw, Managing Director, Bibby Ship Management – Isle of Man

JUNE 11, 2014 — Bibby Ship Management has secured a contract to supply crew management services for Chevron’s floating storage unit, the Alba-FSU.

The crew will provide operating, loading and equipment handling services on the Alba Floating Storage vessel. The Alba field is located 130 miles (209 kilometers) northeast of Aberdeen, Scotland on UK North Sea Block 16/26. The water depth of the well is approximately 453 feet (138 meters).

Mark Robertshaw, Managing Director, Bibby Ship Management – Isle of Man said: “This is an important contract for us as it underpins Bibby Ship Management’s continued growth as a trusted business partner in the offshore sector. We invest a great deal in the selection and training of our crew to ensure we provide well-qualified and highly competent personnel for our managed vessels. We look forward to working with Chevron to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Alba FSU.”