Liza Unity Becomes First FPSO To Receive ABS SUSTAIN-2 Notation

The ABS-classed Liza Unity has made history as the first floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) unit to receive the SUSTAIN-2 notation from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). This recognition highlights the vessel’s commitment to sustainability, emissions reduction, and human-centered design.

Advancing Sustainability Standards in FPSOs

Liza Unity previously became the first FPSO to achieve SUSTAIN-1 in 2021, acknowledging its adherence to pollution control and waste management standards. The new SUSTAIN-2 designation expands on this by recognizing:

• Use of low-carbon fuels to reduce environmental impact.
• Enhanced human-centered design for improved operational safety and crew well-being.

ABS’s Commitment to Sustainability
ABS Senior Vice President Miguel Hernandez emphasized ABS’s role in supporting clients with innovative solutions to address evolving environmental challenges. SBM Offshore COO Alex Glenn expressed pride in Liza Unity’s achievement, reinforcing the company’s commitment to reducing emissions and promoting life cycle sustainability.

Liza Unity’s Role in ExxonMobil’s Guyana Operations

• Owner: ExxonMobil Guyana Limited
• Operator: SBM Offshore
• Field: Stabroek Block, Guyana
• Production Capacity: 220,000 barrels of oil per day
• First FPSO built under SBM Offshore’s Fast4Ward® program

ABS’s Leadership in FPSO Classification

ABS has a longstanding legacy in FPSO classification, having classed the first FPSO vessel in U.S. waters in 1978. The organization continues to lead in safety and innovation, ensuring that next-generation FPSOs adhere to global sustainability goals while supporting larger, more complex offshore operations.