SCA Wins First Kosmos Energy Deal for 1,000-Ton Umbilical Carousel

Subsea Cable Assets has secured its first contract with US deepwater company Kosmos Energy to deliver a 1,000-ton onshore umbilical storage carousel. The newly designed system will support umbilical storage and handling for a project in Mobile, Alabama, and is scheduled for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2026. The Netherlands-based company will engineer, manufacture and deliver the carousel, which will provide controlled quayside storage for Kosmos Energy's subsea umbilical system ahead of future deployment.

 

Details of the Contract

 

Subsea Cable Assets has secured a notable new client. The company won its first contract with Kosmos Energy. Kosmos is a US deepwater exploration and production company. The deal covers the delivery of an onshore umbilical storage carousel. This marks the beginning of a relationship between the two companies.

The contract centres on a substantial piece of equipment. It involves a newly designed 1,000-ton carousel. The carousel will support umbilical storage and handling operations. This is for an onshore project in Mobile, Alabama. The scale of the carousel reflects the demands of the project.

 

The Company Behind the Deal

 

Subsea Cable Assets brings established expertise to the contract. The company is headquartered in the Netherlands. It manufactures and operates cable carousels for the industry. Its fleet is described as one of the largest in the sector. This scale underpins its position in cable handling and storage.

The company's capabilities extend across the full delivery process. Its team will engineer, manufacture and deliver the carousel system. The equipment is scheduled for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2026. This comprehensive scope covers the project from design to delivery. It reflects the company's integrated approach to such work.

 

The Carousel's Function

 

The carousel serves a specific storage purpose. It will provide controlled quayside storage for the umbilical system. This supports Kosmos Energy's subsea umbilical requirements. The stored umbilical will be kept safe and ready. This readiness is important for future deployment.

Umbilical systems are critical components in offshore operations. They connect surface facilities to subsea equipment. Proper storage protects these systems before installation. Controlled quayside storage prevents damage during the waiting period. This ensures the umbilical remains ready when deployment is needed.

 

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Installation and Delivery

 

The delivery process involves careful on-site work. SCA will deliver the carousel to the project location. It will then be assembled on site. This assembly takes place under the supervision of SCA's specialist team. This oversight ensures the system is installed correctly.

The installation prepares the system for its storage role. Once installed, the carousel provides controlled quayside storage. It supports safe storage of the umbilical system. It also maintains readiness for future deployment. This positions the equipment to serve the project's ongoing needs.

 

Significance for SCA

 

The contract demonstrates the company's specialist capabilities. Company leadership said it further demonstrates capability in cable handling and storage. Securing a first contract with Kosmos Energy is a notable achievement. It expands the company's client base into new territory. This strengthens its position in the specialist market.

The company positions itself as more than an equipment supplier. It supplies carousels, loading towers and tensioners. It also brings experienced crews and project expertise. This combination allows it to deploy equipment effectively. Its work spans offshore wind, interconnector, oil and gas and subsea cable projects.