Timor-Leste's future energy ambitions are likely to hinge on extensive offshore geophysical, seismic and autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) surveys Fugro will carry out for the Greater Sunrise and Bayu Undan pipeline.
The survey programme, which includes deepwater areas, aims to provide comprehensive seabed intelligence and geotehnical insights to support pipeline routing, engineering design, geohazard assessment, and the safe execution of offshore operations.
Fugro will integrate advanced AUV technology with real-time support from its Remote Operations Centres to enhance operational efficiency, data quality and project oversight.
Survey data will be processed and quality-controlled through Fugro's regional data centres in Kuala Lumpur and Perth, enabling streamlined project delivery and the timely provision of high-quality insights to support informed decision-making throughout project development.
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Project mobilisation and planning activities are expected to commence in the third quarter of 2026, with offshore survey operations scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter.
"By combining advanced geophysical, seismic and AUV technologies with our strong regional expertise, we will deliver the critical Geo-data needed to support the safe and successful development of this strategically important energy infrastructure," said Safri Drahman, Fugro's APAC Regional Business Line Director.
It is believed the geotechnical research and survey vessel Fugro Equator will be deployed to the site to carry out the survey work.
Built in 2012, the 66m loa, 1929dwt vessel is equipped with digital seismic, acoustic, seabed, and sub-seabed mapping equipment as well as a dedicated Hugin 1000 AUV designed to operate at depths of 3000m.
Results from the survey will determine the scope of the pipeline project.
