BOMESC has secured a substantial contract, valued at up to RMB2.1 billion (approximately $290 million USD), from SBM Offshore. The agreement involves the design, procurement, and fabrication of topside modules for a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel destined for South America. This work will be executed at BOMESC's facilities in Tianjin, China.
This project represents a significant increase in workload for BOMESC, particularly in the offshore engineering and project cargo sectors, with the delivery timeline extending through the second half of 2028. Such large-scale fabrication projects are critical for the energy industry, supporting the development of offshore oil and gas fields.
For freight forwarders and logistics professionals, this contract signals a consistent demand for heavy-lift and oversized cargo transport over the next few years. The fabrication in Tianjin implies potential outbound shipments of large modules from Chinese ports to South America, likely requiring specialized heavy-lift vessels. Forwarders should anticipate opportunities in project logistics, including route planning, customs clearance, and multimodal transport for these complex components. The long duration of the project provides a stable pipeline for specialized logistics services.
While the source does not specify further details, the long-term nature of the contract suggests sustained activity in the project cargo segment, particularly for the South American offshore market.
