Investment in the Norwegian continental shelf must come at a cost
Production from the Norwegian continental shelf may continue for another 100 years, and the high level of activity is expected to be maintained long term.
The emphasis on quality has been crucial to the high safety standards, trust, and reliability as an energy supplier which Norway enjoys today. Over the past 50 years, we have built and developed a robust infrastructure based on solid field developments and modifications, investment in quality technology, and targeted maintenance. This has led to the authorities´ ability to grant significant lifespan extensions within petroleum operations.
The goal is to operate equally safely and reliably in the years to come, including within new energy industries on the shelf. To succeed, companies must continue to invest in robust solutions and top-tier technology. They must prioritize maintenance of existing equipment and infrastructure—and ensure proper staffing and expertise. Protection against deliberate attacks must garner increased focus.
Havtil will work purposefully on these complex challenges related to safety and security.
We expect the same from the companies. It is a leadership responsibility. And the dividends will follow.
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What is Havtil's Main issue?
Each year, we highlight one theme and one heading that, at an overarching level, we ask companies to pay special attention to: our Main issue.
The choice of Main issue for a new year is the object of a comprehensive preparatory process at Havtil. But, for once, the outcome is simple – and easy to communicate. This single, short text, which we present every autumn, concerns a topic that we invite the industry, through its business leaders and decision makers, to examine particularly thoroughly and to act on as required.
Why? Because in this short message there are some important and complex challenges that need to be solved; challenges whose solution is fundamental for preserving and enhancing a high level of safety.