TechnipFMC awarded Eni Baleine Phase 3 subsea contract

Key highlights
  • Eni awarded TechnipFMC the subsea contract for Baleine Phase 3.
  • TechnipFMC will design and manufacture flexible flowlines and risers to connect wells in approximately 1,200 meters water depth to a new floating production unit.
  • Baleine Phase 3 is a fast‑track development to expand production from the largest hydrocarbon discovery offshore Côte d’Ivoire.
  • TechnipFMC classifies the award as "significant" ($75–250 million) and included it in inbound orders in Q2 2026.
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Eni Baleine Phase 3 Expansion, Côte d'Ivoire · Cote D'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
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2026-05-25
2026-07-06
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Contract award

TechnipFMC has been awarded a significant contract by Eni for Baleine Phase 3, a fast‑track development to expand production from the largest hydrocarbon discovery offshore Côte d’Ivoire.

Scope of work

The scope covers design and manufacture of flexible flowlines and risers to connect wells in water depths of approximately 1,200 meters to a new floating production unit.

Commercial and timing

TechnipFMC defines a "significant" award as having a value between $75 million and $250 million; the award was included in inbound orders in the second quarter of 2026.

Company comment

Jonathan Landes, President, Subsea for TechnipFMC, said the award marks continued expansion of collaboration with Eni and that the company will provide a robust flexible pipe solution with schedule certainty for this fast‑track project.

Source: TechnipFMC

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