The project aims to define and implement circular decommissioning strategies focused on the most common FPSO platforms in Brazil. Different circular approaches will be identified and evaluated to maximize value opportunities within the internal cycle. A Virtual Decommissioning System will be developed, integrated with a Digital Twin of the FPSO platform, including a full inventory of facilities, equipment, and all technical and operational aspects.
The postdoctoral research focuses on developing an offshore circularity index and conducting environmental and social life cycle assessments (LCA) of FPSO platforms, particularly the FPSO Espírito Santo, which will serve as a pilot project for circular decommissioning. The study will be based on the FPSO inventory (Work Package WP3), covering topside, subsea, and reverse logistics. LCA will be performed using widely adopted tools like SimaPro. This research will also support other project work packages, including the development of a gamified virtual model and a circular design framework. The system will be applied to Shell’s FPSO Espírito Santo platform.
