COSL Prosjektet er i full sving

In February, COSL Prospector docked at Coast Center Base (CCB) outside Bergen. A few days later, EQON stepped aboard to coordinate the installation of over 300 units of the EQON control system on the rig. This is one of the most important measures COSL is taking to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions before the rig will drill for Vår Energi in the Barents Sea.

COSL Prospector utilizes heating cables to keep walkways ice-free and prevent icing of pipes, helideck and other facilities. EQON's control system will be installed on all courses and integrated with K-Chief which is Kongsberg Marine's control system for rigs and vessels.

“The delivery to COSL is the largest commercial delivery to EQON and represents an important milestone for us. Rig companies have very high requirements to ensure the quality of the products they take into their installations, and it is gratifying that the EQON control system is now operational on the COSL rig, and eventually more Norwegian installations,” says Mikal Løvik, CEO of EQON.

The technology will reduce the use of diesel, cut energy consumption and CO2 emissions for COSL which carries out the drilling operation for Vår Energi.

The advantage of the EQON control system is that each course of heating cables can be individually adjusted and monitored. It ensures rig operators full control of the system at all times, reducing maintenance needs.

“The project demonstrates that we have a competitive technology that is attractive to an industry that is very quality-conscious and safety-conscious. The smart and digital solution prevents waste of energy and is better for the environment,” says Løvik.

The actual installation work is scheduled for April, and the system should be fully operational before the rig heads to the Barents Sea in June. In the project, EQON will work closely with both COSL and Kongsberg Maritime to ensure a good integration of the system.