Okea ASA restarted production from Draugen field in the Norwegian Sea following turnaround activities. Work started June 23 and ended July 20, 2 days ahead of schedule. Startup tracked to plan, and production began July 21 in time to meet the agreed tanker loading.
The work included replacement of corroded piping and valves in hydrocarbon services; preparations for the Draugen gas import and long-term power project; change out of the subsea control system; inspection of corroded x-mas trees; installation of x-line for G-cyclones, reducing deferment when cleaning other hydro cyclones; inspection of heat exchangers, vessels, and the flare system; re-certification of 167 relief valves; and testing of emergency shutdown and other safety functions.
During the campaign up to 169 people were onboard the Draugen platform, with 89 on dayshift and 80 on nightshift. COVID-19-related measures were followed.
OKEA is operator of Draugen with 44.56%. Partners are Petoro (47.9%) and Neptune Energy (7.56%).