Overflatefasiliteter

Overflatefasiliteter, or surface facilities, refer to the infrastructure and equipment used to support and enhance the operation of offshore oil and gas platforms. These facilities are crucial for the extraction, processing, and transportation of hydrocarbons from the seabed to onshore processing plants or directly to market. Key components of overflatefasiliteter include:

Drilling rigs: These are used to drill exploration and production wells. They can be fixed or floating, depending on the water depth and environmental conditions.

Production platforms: These facilities are designed to extract hydrocarbons from the reservoir and prepare them for transportation. They can be fixed or floating, and may include processing units for separating oil, gas, and water.

Pipelines: These are used to transport hydrocarbons from the production platforms to onshore processing facilities or directly to market. They can be subsea or onshore, and may include compression stations to maintain pressure.

Offshore processing facilities: These are used to process hydrocarbons at sea, reducing the need for large onshore facilities. They can include separation units, gas treatment plants, and storage tanks.

Helicopter landing pads: These are used for the safe and efficient transfer of personnel and equipment between offshore platforms and onshore facilities.

Overflatefasiliteter are subject to strict safety regulations and environmental standards to ensure the protection of personnel, the environment, and the integrity of the facilities themselves. They play a vital role in the global energy industry, providing a means to access and develop offshore hydrocarbon resources.