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Subsea7 secures large variation order from TP-OTC for Sakarya field development

Supply Agreement Oil Gas announced Istanbul, Türkiye Mar 4, 2026
USD300M
Deal Value
development
Stage
Sakarya field development; Goktepe field
Project

Subsea7 secured a large variation order from TP-OTC for the Sakarya field development in the Black Sea, extending their engagement to connect the Goktepe field to the Phase 3 floating production unit. The scope includes EPCI of flexibles, umbilicals, a rigid production riser, and associated subsea equipment.

Deal Analysis

Subsea7 has secured a large variation order from Turkish Petroleum Offshore Technology Center AS (TP-OTC) for the Sakarya field development in the Black Sea, Türkiye. This order represents an extension of Subsea7's existing engagement, with a comprehensive scope encompassing the engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) of flexibles, umbilicals, a rigid production riser, and associated subsea equipment. The primary objective of this expanded work is to connect the Goktepe field to the Phase 3 floating production unit, further integrating and developing the broader Sakarya gas field infrastructure. This "large variation order" underscores Subsea7's continued strategic importance to TP-OTC's critical Sakarya development, demonstrating client confidence and securing a substantial revenue stream for the supplier. For TP-OTC, this agreement is crucial for advancing the multi-phase Sakarya project, enabling the integration of new fields like Goktepe and optimizing production infrastructure. The deal highlights the ongoing investment in complex deepwater gas developments in the Black Sea, a region of increasing strategic importance for energy security.
  • Large variation order, indicating significant value and expanded scope.
  • Extension of an existing engagement, reflecting client confidence and continuity.
  • Comprehensive EPCI scope for critical subsea infrastructure.
  • Strategic involvement in the multi-phase Sakarya/Goktepe field development in the Black Sea.

Source Intelligence

KEY DETAILS

The deal is a large variation order, representing an extension to a contract announced by Subsea7 in August 2025 for the third phase of Sakarya. The scope of work comprises engineering, procurement, construction and installation (EPCI) of approximately 20 kilometers of flexibles, 120 kilometers of umbilicals, a rigid production riser and associated subsea equipment in water depths of 2,200 meters. The project will connect the recently discovered Goktepe field to the Phase 3 floating production unit, enabling increased production through the Sakarya Phase 3 facilities and supporting Türkiye’s gas needs.

Deal Size
Subsea7 classified the contract as large, meaning it is valued between $300 million and $500 million.
Location
Subsea7 has secured a large variation order by Turkish Petroleum Offshore Technology Center AS (TP-OTC) relating to the Sakarya field development in the Black Sea, offshore Türkiye. ... will connect the recently discovered Goktepe field to the Phase 3 floating production unit. ... Project management and engineering will be coordinated through the Subsea7 office in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Announcement
Published Mar 4, 2026 5:21 am ET
Expected Close
Offshore activities are expected in 2027 and 2028.
PARTIES MENTIONED IN SOURCE
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Subsea7 seller

"Subsea7 has secured a large variation order by Turkish Petroleum Offshore Technology Center AS (TP-OTC)"

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Turkish Petroleum Offshore Technology Center AS (TP-OTC) buyer

"Subsea7 has secured a large variation order by Turkish Petroleum Offshore Technology Center AS (TP-OTC)"

high quality Enriched Mar 4, 2026

Timeline

Announced
Mar 4, 2026
Signed
Closed