Shell taps Asian duo for ‘first major’ decom project offshore Brunei

Serikandi Hilong, a joint venture (JV) between Brunei’s Serikandi Oilfield Services and Hilong Group’s Hong Kong-based affiliate Hilong Marine Engineering, has won a contract with Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP), a subsidiary of the oil major Shell, for the engineering, preparation, removal, and disposal (EPRD) of redundant offshore structures in Bruneian waters.

According to Serikandi, the project aims to restore offshore environments to their natural state using innovative techniques and best practices in line with applicable legislation. While the value of the EPRD contract has not been disclosed, the Bruneian player described it as significant.

Revi Bhaskaran, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Serikandi Group, said: “This milestone reflects our commitment to environmental preservation and operational excellence. Collaborating with Hilong enables us to expand our capabilities while supporting regional decommissioning expertise.”

The project is said to prioritize resource reclamation, ecosystem revitalization, and economic growth in line with global sustainability goals. The decommissioning activities are expected to start in November 2025.

“We’re honored to contribute to Brunei’s first major decommissioning project. Together with Serikandi, we will ensure successful delivery while upholding the highest safety and environmental standards,” noted Jeffrey Gu, Executive Deputy President of Hilong Group.

This follows last week’s deal between Hilong Offshore Engineering and another energy heavyweight–Eni. The Italian player hired Hilong to work on the second phase of the offshore transportation and installation works for Congo LNG, its liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Congolese waters.