Totalansvar for avvikling

AF Gruppen, through its subsidiary AF Offshore Decom in a joint venture with THREE60 Energy, has entered into a significant contract with bp for the comprehensive decommissioning of the Andrew field located on the UK continental shelf in the North Sea. This contract is notable for being the first of its kind to appoint the joint venture as a partner responsible for the entire decommissioning process, including post-production operations, well plugging, preparation for removal of facilities and pipelines, infrastructure recovery, and collaboration with removal contractors.

Omfang og infrastruktur fjernes

The Andrew field is situated approximately 225 kilometers northeast of Aberdeen and serves as a key hub for four subsea fields. The infrastructure to be decommissioned includes a steel platform with a topside weighing about 11,100 tons and a jacket weighing 7,600 tons. Additionally, the field comprises 17 platform wells, 8 subsea wells, 41 kilometers of pipelines, 42 kilometers of cables, and 2,500 tons of subsea equipment, all of which are scheduled for removal and recycling.

Kontrakt verdi 4 mrd. NOK

The project is being executed under a framework agreement in close cooperation with bp, with an estimated total contract value of up to 4 billion NOK excluding VAT. AF Gruppen’s share of the contract is approximately 30 percent, and upon signing, AF Offshore Decom secured an order reserve of 250 million NOK. Work commenced immediately after contract award, with the project anticipated to be completed between 2031 and 2032.

Ny kostnadseffektiv forretningsmodell

This decommissioning initiative introduces a new integrated business model aimed at reducing costs and complexity throughout the entire value chain. By delivering an end-to-end solution covering all stages from post-production operations to the removal and recycling of facilities and pipelines, the joint venture addresses both customer and regulatory demands for innovative and sustainable business practices. The collaboration underscores a commitment to cost-effective, environmentally conscious decommissioning and represents a significant development opportunity for AF Offshore Decom and the wider industry.