Golden Eagle UK Continental Shelf
Membrane and filtration systems for offshore seawater treatment on the UK Continental Shelf.
Reliable Membrane Treatment for Offshore Injection Water
Golden Eagle is an offshore seawater treatment reference combining ultrafiltration, sulphate removal, and chemical treatment. The system is designed to prepare seawater for injection by removing suspended solids and reducing sulphate concentration before the water enters the reservoir. Reliable filtration and membrane performance are essential to maintaining injection-water quality and supporting stable offshore operation.
The Challenge
Offshore seawater conditions can vary significantly, while the treatment system must continuously maintain the required water quality. The process therefore depends on effective pre-treatment, reliable membrane performance, and chemical treatment to support stable operation over time.
The Vulkan Solution
Ultrafiltration removes suspended solids and contaminants before the seawater enters the sulphate removal stage. The SRU then reduces sulphate concentration to help minimize the risk of scale formation during reservoir injection. Chemical treatment supports membrane operation, cleaning, and overall system performance.
- Membrane & filtration delivery
- Ultrafiltration (UF) systems
- Sulphate removal expertise
- Process and operational knowledge
The Result
Golden Eagle provides Vulkan with practical experience from an offshore seawater treatment system operating on the UK Continental Shelf. The experience contributes to Vulkan’s broader knowledge of membrane performance, filtration, sulphate removal, and seawater treatment under different offshore operating conditions.