Successful Manifold Delivery for Maria Phase 2
The delivery of a 6-slot Production and Water Injection Manifold, alongside its integral support structures, marks a pivotal milestone for the Maria Phase 2 – Revitalisation project.
The manifold at the quay on 05.04.2024, ready for its final handover to the end customer, Wintershall Dea.
Photo: Ove Gunnleksen, Grenland Havn IKS.
The Maria field, developed by Wintershall Dea from discovery to production, is among the world's most advanced seabed fields, located on the Haltenbanken in the Norwegian Sea. Discovered in 2010 and starting production in 2017, the development of Maria Phase 2, approved in 2023, aims to extend the field's lifespan by utilising the infrastructure of four nearby fields. The field produces oil and gas through two subsea well frames at a depth of 300 metres.
The manifold enters the SIT hall for rigorous testing before its delivery to the customer.
Photo: Ove Gunnleksen, Grenland Havn IKS.
The manifold weighs 145 tonnes and measures 17x10x4 meters. This component is crucial for extending Maria field's production life, potentially adding 27 million barrels to its output. The field is scheduled to continue production until 2040.
Stein Borgundvaag of Wintershall Dea Norge AS highlights the milestone achieved on schedule, attributing success to the combined efforts and expertise of the teams involved like this:
“I'm glad to stand here today to express our gratitude to Technip FMC and Agility. The effort and professionalism have been crucial in reaching this milestone in the MRV project, within the set deadlines. We're all aware that the path to success is not always smooth. We faced significant challenges at the start, but through your commitment, expertise, and dedication, we overcame them. Your ability to work together effectively and stay focused on the goal has been inspiring. You've delivered not just a manifold for the MRV project but also trust, reliability, and excellent service. We are thankful for the valuable role you, alongside Technip FMC, have played in bringing the Maria Revitalisation Project closer to completion. Thank you for your effort and congratulations on the on-time delivery of the manifold.During the construction of the ITS and the manifold, Agility has demonstrated a very good HSE-preformance with approximately 68.000 man hours of construction without any incidents.”
During a lunch, Wintershall Dea generously provided cake for everyone at Agility, and a warm handshake was exchanged between Stein Borgundvaag, Template & Manifold Lead for Maria Phase 2 – Revitalisation at Wintershall Dea Norge AS and Peder Farmen, VP of Sales, BD & Key Subcontracting at Agility.
We are grateful to all who contributed to the project's success and are committed to embracing future challenges and seizing opportunities in the energy sector.
Photo: Ove Gunnleksen, Grenland Havn IKS and Kjersti Sem Elverhøi, Agility AS.
