Crack in platform leg halts oil production at Wassana offshore Thailand

SINGAPORE — Valeura Energy has suspended production from the Wassana Field in the Gulf of Thailand due to a safety issue.

A scheduled underwater inspection of the MOPU Ingenium revealed a crack within one of the steel jackup legs, which could pose a risk to the platform’s structural integrity.

Operations will remain offline while further inspection and analysis take place. 

Valeura is working with its own and external specialist to determine appropriate action.