The contract includes a broad scope of studies on topics such as safety, platform technology, structural reanalysis and pipeline technology. In addition it offers hull and structural inspection services, the competent control of complex lifting equipment and software, maintenance and services for IT delivery.

"The signing of the MSA marks an ongoing commitment to DNV GL’s strategic customer relations with Statoil. We have supported Statoil through many challenges during the years of collaboration,” says DNV GL’s Regional Manager for Oil & Gas in Norway, Kjell Eriksson.

“Our key value contribution is striving to give advice, standards and processes that help our customers reduce their capex and opex spending while at the same time maintaining safety, integrity and reliability. We will deliver these services using data-smart solutions, creating cost efficiency for both Statoil and ourselves,” he concludes.

About DNV GL:

Driven by our purpose of safeguarding life, property and the environment, DNV GL enables organizations to advance the safety and sustainability of their business. We provide classification and technical assurance along with software and independent expert advisory services to the maritime, oil & gas and energy industries. In the oil and gas industry, we provide a broad range of services, such as technical assurance; marine assurance and advisory; risk management advisory; and offshore classification. Our people combine industry expertise, multidisciplinary skills and innovation to solve complex challenges for our customers. Together with our partners, we drive the industry forward by developing best practices and standards across the asset lifecycle.