Sarens, the global leader and reference in crane rental services, heavy lifting, and engineered transport, was selected to provide weighing, loading, and heavy haulage solutions for three major oil and gas projects in Bintan, Indonesia. These projects include the West Belut development, the Sisi Nubi AOI Project (Packages A & B), and the Terubuk L & M fields, which play a significant role in boosting Indonesia's oil and gas production.

The work is being carried out on behalf of Meindo, Sarens' client and partner since 2021, when the companies first collaborated on Pertamina’s inaugural national project. Since then, Sarens has become the exclusive provider of weighing and loading services for Meindo, thanks to its expertise and innovative problem-solving capabilities.

The current scope of work, which began in June 2024 and is set to continue through June 2025, takes place at the Meitech Eka Bintan yard. Sarens is utilising a variety of specialised equipment, including load cells ranging from 150 tonnes to 600 tonnes, and up to 56 SPMT axles with 4 PPUs. One of the most challenging lifts involves a jacket weighing 1.100 tonnes. A team of seven professionals, including a senior project engineer, SHEQ consultant, supervisor, and operators, are on site to ensure the highest safety standards and the smooth execution of all operations.

Key Projects

1. West Belut Field
   Sarens is responsible for weighing and transporting a 500-tonne topside for the West Belut Field, located in Block B of the South Natuna Sea. Notably, this project is fully powered by photovoltaic energy, showcasing a commitment to sustainability. As an unmanned facility, it minimizes occupational risks while also reducing operating costs. With production initiated in September 2024, the field is capable of producing 55 million standard cubic feet of gas per day.
    
2. Terubuk L & M Field
   At Terubuk, Sarens is overseeing the transport of two ZEEPOD jackets, a unique method of construction that splits the jacket into three parts, assembled offshore to reduce crane capacity requirements at sea. These slim-profile jackets, with their high center of gravity, present a significant transportation challenge. To address this, Sarens developed custom plates to securely attach the jackets to the SPMTs, ensuring safe and efficient transport.
    
3. Sisi Nubi AOI Project (Packages A & B)
   Sarens is tasked with the transportation of six jackets, each weighing 1.100 tonnes, and six topsides weighing 400 tonnes each for the Sisi Nubi AOI Project. Located in the Mahakam Field, one of Indonesia’s major gas-producing areas, the project contributes 160 million standard cubic feet of gas per day to the country's output. Sarens' role spans across both phases: from constructing the essential drilling platforms and pipelines to optimising existing structures for increased capacity and efficiency.
    

Richard Andrianto, Project Manager at Sarens, remarked, “We are very pleased with the work we are doing at the Meitech Eka Bintan yard together with our client Meindo. With this project, we are contributing to the development of three important national oil and gas projects, helping Indonesia achieve its production targets on a national scale.”

Sarens' involvement in these key national projects reinforces its position as a trusted partner in the oil and gas industry. Our company brings a wealth of international experience, having collaborated on high-profile projects such as Saudi Aramco's Marjan Field in the Middle East, Pertamina's refinery upgrades in Balikpapan, and Qatar Energy's North Field Oil projects.

As Sarens continues to expand its footprint in Indonesia, the company remains committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the demands of the oil and gas sector while upholding the highest safety and operational standards.