We have now given Equinor consent to extend the operation of the Norne FPSO and associated facilities until 31 December 2036.

The application covers the following activities:

  • Operation of the Norne FPSO
  • Operation of associated facilities for Norne, Urd, Skuld
  • Well operations
  • Maintenance
  • Modifications/projects

The consent has been granted based on Equinor’s documentation of assessments that conclude that the facility can continue to be operated prudently in compliance with regulatory requirements. 

Norne

Norne is a field in the Norwegian Sea, 80 kilometres north of the Heidrun field. The water depth in the area is 380 metres. Norne was discovered in 1992, and the plan for development and operation (PDO) was approved in 1995. The field has been developed with a production, storage and offloading vessel (FPSO), connected to seven subsea templates. Production started in 1997.

Source: norskpetroleum.no