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OMV, Aker BP in Joint Digital Push

May 30, 2019

Austria-based integrated oil and gas company OMV ad Norway-based exploration and development company Aker BP have committed to share digitalization competencies and technology across borders and advancing both companies’ digital agendas.Together…

WFS Unveils Riser Monitoring System

May 30, 2019

New solutions unveiled Thursday by WFS Technologies aim to tackle the real-time monitoring of offshore risers both above and below surface, on fixed structures including jackets and braces.The new Seatooth Assure Riser Monitor products allow for the measurement of 9-axis motion (vibration…

New Model Predicts Hydrate Blockages

May 29, 2019

An online prediction tool is being developed to help operators calculate the operational risk of a hydrate blockage in subsea gas condensate systems in real time.Ice-like methane hydrates, which form inside the pipe and can eventually build up to create a blockage…

Artificial Intelligence and Smart Technologies Unlock Better IMR

May 29, 2019

ABS leverages advanced technologies – from smart sensors to artificial intelligence – to help improve inspections and optimize maintenance schemes offshore. Matthew Tremblay, ABS Vice President of Global Offshore Markets explains.

Fairfield Geotechnologies Names Sugahara CEO

May 29, 2019

Seismic data processing and licensing company Fairfield Geotechnologies announced Tuesday that Chris Sugahara will succeed Charles 'Chuck' Davison as CEO of the company.Sugahara, a third-generation family member at Fairfield Maxwell, is a Senior Vice President and the Treasurer of the company…

SMD Delivers Cable Burial Tractor to Boskalis

May 29, 2019

Soil Machine Dynamics Ltd (SMD) said it has delivered an ultra-high powered, compact 2,400 horsepower Cable Burial Tractor (CBT2400) to Boskalis.The CBT2400 and associated deck equipment were mobilized directly onto Boskalis’ specialist cable lay vessel…

First Ex-certified Portable Infrared and HD Camera

May 28, 2019

A new peripheral device provides HD digital and thermal imaging technology for inspections and maintenance in potentially hazardous areas.With the Cube 800, the Pepperl+Fuchs brand ecom is launching the first portable and explosion-proof infrared and HD video camera for Zone 1/21 and Div…

Wärtsilä Power Solution for Normally Unattended Installations

May 28, 2019

Offshore platforms designed to be able to operate for up to six months without the need for scheduled maintenance rely on a holistic power-generation concept from Wärtsilä that leverages high efficiency engines remote monitoring, predictive maintenance and OEM experience and expertise.

Underwater Services Evolve

May 28, 2019

Roberto Di Silvestro discusses ongoing developments at Saipem's Sonsub, from subsea resident vehicles to evolutions in life of field services.

Huge Semisub Crane Vessel gets AIP

May 28, 2019

China Merchants Offshore Technology Research Center (CM-OTRC), the R&D center for China Merchants Industry Holdings (CMI) of Shenzhen, China, have completed the basic design of the OOS Zeelandia a new semisubmersible crane vessel (SSCV) that…

Wago Unveils New Offshore Technologies

May 24, 2019

Learn about the benefits of Wago's new PLC controller functionality as well as its new Pro 2 Series power supplies.

Pharos Adds Jet-Trenching ROV

May 24, 2019

Pharos Offshore Group said it recently expanded its portfolio of trenching assets with the state-of-the-art Q1000 jet-trenching remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV) from manufacturer SMD.The latest addition to Pharos Offshore’s rental fleet…

iSURVEY Scores Lundin Norway Contract

May 24, 2019

Survey and positioning services provider iSURVEY informs it has been awarded a contract to  perform a drilling hazard survey campaign in the North Sea and in the Barents Sea, on behalf of Lundin Norway.Work commences in June, with a seabed geological…

Heerema Unveils World's Largest Offshore Crane Vessel

May 23, 2019

Dutch firm Heerema Marine Contractors and Singapore's Sembcorp Marine, on Thursday, showed off the world's largest crane vessel that can be used for the setup and decommissioning of offshore oil and gas facilities.The semi-submersible vessel…

The Journey to Autonomous Operations

May 22, 2019

Autonomous installations have the potential to save operators money by enhancing operational stability for more uptime and increased safety. Achieving those benefits requires confidence from companies and regulators. Companies like ABB are part…

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