For our client Chevron USA, we are developing a thermoplastic composite pipe for a deepwater application. The project includes development, manufacturing and testing, with the goal to prove and qualify the product in a deepwater environment. The manufacturing will take place in Airborne's facility in Ypenburg, The Netherlands.

The advantage of Thermoplastic Composite Pipe (TCP) in this application is the capability to withstand both high internal pressure and external pressure induced by the water depth, combined with high tensile strength and spoolability.

In March 2010, the testing program of the first phase was completed successfully and included pressure, tension and fatigue testing. A field trial phase is currently in preparation.

Colby Frerich, Subsea Systems Specialist with Chevron USA: “Airborne’s robust composite pipe technology has great potential to work in several deepwater applications. We are excited to be involved in this development.”

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