Aker BP – Skarv – acceptance of floatel

The audit was conducted on 7 February 2024.

Background

The background to this activity comprised reports of cases of loss of position on DP-operated facilities in recent years. On our part, this topic has been followed up through audits, investigation of incidents, studies and seminars.

The audit of Aker BP was focused on ensuring structural safety, positioning, operating procedures and the establishment of criteria for start-up and interruption of operation.

Objective

The objective of the audit was to help reduce position-loss incidents for floating facilities and vessels, and to verify that Aker BP’s work on the acceptance of the floatel complies with the requirements of the HSE regulations. In addition, we followed up on how the company exercises its supervisory duty in relation to the vessel owner (Floatel International AB).

Result

The audit identified no regulatory non-conformities or improvement points.

What happens now?

We have asked Aker BP to respond to our letter by 18 March 2024.