Viridien sells Marlin vessel monitoring system to ExxonMobil Guyana

Viridien, previously known as CGG, announced that its Sensing & Monitoring business line, marketed under the Sercel brand, has successfully sold its state-of-the-art Marlin vessel monitoring and alert system to ExxonMobil Guyana Ltd. This system will be integral in supporting ExxonMobil’s offshore operations in Guyana.

The Marlin vessel monitoring, and alert system is part of the broader Sercel Marlin software suite designed to optimise offshore operations. This innovative system marks a significant leap forward in ensuring the safety of offshore activities, especially for floating production storage and offloading platforms (FPSOs) and other high-value assets. Capable of withstanding even the most challenging marine environments, the Marlin system offers comprehensive protection against a wide array of marine risks.

Enhancing offshore safety with cutting-edge technology

The Marlin system’s sophisticated real-time monitoring and initiative-taking intelligence capabilities are designed to provide detailed insights into vessel movements, operational parameters, and potential risks. These features enable operators to make more informed decisions, significantly enhancing the overall safety of offshore operations.

Jerome Denigot, Executive Vice President of Sensing & Monitoring at Viridien, highlighted the importance of this development by saying, “Marking the culmination of our client’s multi-year use of our Sercel software and services to optimise its marine operational projects, this Marlin vessel monitoring, and alert system award recognises the value of our technical solutions and our commitment to delivering excellence and innovation in the offshore sector. Our Marlin software suite offers energy and other offshore operators the right tools to enhance safety, efficiency, and compliance across their operations.”

Viridien’s Sercel brand has been a cornerstone in providing advanced solutions for marine operations. The sale of the Marlin system to ExxonMobil Guyana Ltd. underscores the company’s dedication to enhancing offshore operational safety and efficiency. This sale is not just a testament to the system’s capabilities but also to Viridien’s ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in the offshore sector.

As the offshore industry continues to face complex challenges, the need for reliable and advanced monitoring systems like Marlin becomes increasingly critical. Viridien’s Marlin system is poised to set new standards in the industry, ensuring that high-value offshore assets are protected, and operations are conducted with the highest levels of safety and efficiency.