Services

We provide service by alignment of purpose, collaboration and special attention to smart digitalization.

Technology
Engineering
Project management
Operational services
M&A and transaction service
Course modules

Technology

Advanced technology solutions tailored to optimize rig operations and enhance efficiency

ERC delivers advanced drilling technology that improves performance, safety, and sustainability. By combining drilling expertise with automation, digital systems, and analytics, we help operators increase efficiency, enable remote operations, and reduce emissions

    • Best Available Technology (BAT) studies

      • ­Digital Ecosystem and IOX Interface facilitator

      • ­Automatic Drilling Control (ADC)

      • ­Parallel operations

      • ­Robotic Drilling

      • ­Remote Drilling

      • ­Autonomous Drilling

    • Performance tracking studies

      • ­Total Drilling time

      • ­Productive time

      • ­Non-Productive Time

    • Establish Company’s environmental management system:

      • ­ISO5001

      • ­ISO 14064

    • Best available technology (BAT) emission studies

      • ­Reduce Power systems loads

      • ­Reduce Base loads

      • ­Increase Productivity

    • Establish rig specific Energy Management Plans

      • ­Emission Reduction Initiatives (ERI)

    • Historical rig/well emission performance studies

    • Emission Forecast studies

    • Environment studies

      • ­Close rig studies

      • ­Emission Baseline studies

    • Best Available Technology (BAT) studies

      • ­Digital Ecosystem and IOX Interface facilitator

      • ­Automatic Drilling Control (ADC)

      • ­Parallel operations

      • ­Robotic Drilling

      • ­Remote Drilling

      • ­Autonomous Drilling

    • Emission Performance studies

      • ­Emission performance baseline studies

      • ­Performance tracking studies


  • For operators and rig owners that are ready for the next step, ERC can manage and support implementation of integrated drilling service and Automatic Drilling Control (ADC) on mobile and fixed platforms.
    Manage implementation of digital infrastructure on the rigs site.

    • Manage integration of service companies' equipment into the rig’s digital infrastructure.

    • Coordinate integration of service companies’ control systems into the rig drilling control system

    • Coordinate implementation of advanced analytics and learning together with drilling company, drilling control supplier and service companies.

    • Coordinate and manage mobilization and operational support of ADC-operations.

    1. Analyse the drilling equipment and working methods that are used on the rig. Work out solutions for automation that can improve the efficiency and the safety of the rig.

    2. Select technology, equipment and software that will increase the uptime and safe operation of the rig, which is not outdated and has a future perspective.

    3. Perform a calculated analysis of how the new technology will improve performance and security. Evaluate whether the chosen technology is good enough or whether you must choose another solution.

    4. Agree with technology providers on the type of interface and communication platform to be used, for internal and external communication.

    5. Be an overall link between the various technology companies to make sure that the collaborative solution will be optimal. This is to ensure that the technology companies talk to each other and that potential problems are discovered and taken care of.

    6. Make sure that an Internal Acceptance Test (IAT) and a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) are performed. Also make sure that all open punch are closed before equipment & software are delivered from the vendor(s).

    7. Follow up installation and commissioning on the rig and ensure that the suppliers deliver the technology as intended, and make sure required documentations are updated and valid for use.

    8. Verify that operators receive the necessary training and understanding of the new technology.

    9. Perform a verification that the new technology delivers improvements and safety as intended

    10. Use the trend logging system for the control system, to be able to detect any errors and to be able to make further improvements

Comprehensive concept and engineering solutions

Concept & engineering

ERC provides comprehensive, end-to-end concept and engineering development for drilling rigs and offshore production units. Our approach covers all Rig/FPSO disciplines and every phase of the project lifecycle. From early concept to detailed design, we convert operational requirements into practical, compliant, and automation-ready solutions that reduce risk, enhance performance, and create long-term value across the asset lifecycle.

    • Develop SPS / Rig Mobilization Scope of Work (SOW)

      • Creation of a complete and structured SOW tailored to project objectives and rig-specific requirements.

    • Identify Gaps Against Class, Flag, and Authority Requirements

      • Execution of comprehensive gap assessments and development of SOW elements addressing compliance with applicable Class, Flag State, and regulatory authority standards.

    • Identify Gaps Against NCS Acknowledgement of Compliance (AoC) Requirements

      • Detailed evaluation of NCS AoC requirements, followed by development of corresponding scopes to ensure full regulatory alignment.

    • Identify Gaps Against UK Safety Case Requirements

      • Thorough assessment of UK Safety Case requirements and preparation of aligned SOW elements to secure compliance within the UK regulatory regime.

    • Develop Client Provided Items (CPI) Scope of Work

      • Definition and documentation of CPI responsibilities, interfaces, and delivery expectations to ensure clarity across all stakeholders.

    • Establish Project Delivery Acceptance Criteria

      • Development of measurable and verifiable acceptance criteria supporting consistent, compliant project execution and handover.

    • Develop Commissioning and Acceptance Test Procedures

      • Preparation of structured commissioning plans and acceptance test procedures to confirm system readiness, functionality, and regulatory compliance.

    • Screening & Feasibility studies

    • Concept Design studies

    • Front End Engineering Design (FEED) studies

    • Reactivation FEED/Detail engineering studies

    • 3’rd party project status and review reports

    • Industry requirements

      • Authority requirements, ( NCS, Canada, Brazil etc.)

      • Flag state requirements, (Canada, MNA, Bahamas etc.)

      • Class Requirements, (DNVGL, ABS etc.)

    • Operator specific requirements

      • Activity related requirements

      • ESG requirements

    • Advisory Services, i.e. Studies of regional regulations impact on the business case or design.

    • Compliance studies

      • PSA

      • Norsok

      • Class – DNV

      • NMA

    • Brazillian compliance: Electrical NR10, Machinery NR12, pressurized systems NR13, Helideck NR27

    • Risk and Barrier management

    • Technical safety

    • Hull and structures

    • Pressurized systems / process plant

    • Life extension studies

    • Lifting equipment

    • RBI program – EX and HP/LP pipe

    • Material handling studies

    • DROPS philosophies and guidelines

    • Safe working site follow ups

    • DROPS follow up of package vendors and installation

    • DROPS training

    • Pre-Drops / Make Safe Campaign

NCS AOC and UK Safety case process

End-to-end project management

Utilizing the industry delivery model and regulatory compliance framework for offshore projects and operations.

Project management

ERC provides project management services for complex rig projects, covering M&A due diligence, SPS, and rig mobilization. With deep expertise in cost, risk, and regulatory management, we act as the owner’s representative to deliver safe, efficient, and predictable outcomes from day one.

    • NCS Authority-, Flag- and DNV Class requirements + Company activity requirements

    • Mature FEED & TBS - Proven design concept and applied technologies

    • Approved Engineering alliance, aligned MEL and unique Aker BP requirements.

    • Yard is FEED/Design responsible.

    • Yard is responsible for all MC & Completion activities

    • Defined Accept criteria

    • Defined commissioning program

    • Defined TQ/VO/Punch management system

    • Late delivery payment incentives

  • Company’s main responsibilities:

    • Managing the yard during detailed engineering and execution phases under Industry EPCIC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation and Commissioning) delivery models.

    • Supports the development of industry-aligned project strategies, ensuring compliance with class, flag state and regulatory authority requirements.

    • Manage contract strategies and project risk, monitor class, statutory and regulatory documentation status.

    • Ensure alignment with operator and client acceptance requirements.

    • Contractual and technical specification compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

    • Supporting safe, efficient and predictable project execution.

  • Yard contract

    • Technical Building Specification.

    • Yard is FEED/Design responsible.

    • Yard is responsible for all MC & Completion activities

    • Defined Accept criteria’s

    • Defined commissioning program

    • Defined TQ/VO/Punch management system

    • High tail end delivery payment schedule

    • High liquidated damage

    • Company takes ownership at time of delivery from yard

    • Company payment is guaranteed with performance bond

    • Bank guaranty of contract price through 2 years warranty

  • DG1-DG2

    • Prequalify yards and operational management companies.

    • Define prequalified FEED/Detail engineering companies

    • Prequalify main equipment subcontractors (MEL)

    • Approved Engineering alliance, MEL and TORG requirements.

    DG2-DG3

    • Ownership of SOW (FEED&TBS)

    • EPCIC turn-key delivery responsibility

    • Commissioning management system

    • Document Control, LCI and Maintenance Management system

    • Authority-, Flag- and DNVGL Class requirements and notations

    • Mature FEED & TBS

    DG2-DG3

    • EPCIC project following up strategy

    DG4-Operation

    • Asset operational management strategy

    • Rig intake Project Service reports

      • Phase 1, pre-hire check

      • Phase 2, full condition survey

      • Phase 3, full acceptance test

    • Rig intake reports:

      • ­Rig performance benchmarking reports

      • ­Well performance benchmarking reports

      • ­Contract Strategy

      • ­Rig Inspection, Verifications and Acceptance reports

    • Commissioning procedures

      • ­Acceptance Test Procedures.

      • ­System Integration Test Procedures

  • Providing senior QRM/HSE service, managing project and operational risk activities.

  • ERC helps owners, boards, and investors understand risk, value, and opportunity—before critical decisions are made. We conduct comprehensive clarity evaluations before a transaction — when insight matters.

    • Condition gapping surveys of Mobile Units in accordance with AOC/HSE regulations

    • Technical Due Diligence (TDR) reports.

    • Rig-specific and/or fleet insights, along with deep rig status reviews

    • Ranking/performance analyses

Operational services

Operational Service

ERC delivers Marine, Drilling, Subsea, and Well Control operational services for offshore assets. We support the planning and execution of complex operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and fully compliant performance across the asset lifecycle. By combining hands-on operational expertise with rigorous engineering discipline, ERC helps clients reduce risk, meet regulatory requirements, and achieve reliable offshore execution.

    • Having in-depth knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of most rig designs in the market

    • Having extensive experience from establishing and managing complex contracts and charter parties

    • Having a business model focusing on cost-efficient project execution for clients and partners

  • ERC offers marine operations services using business models catered to suit the individual client’s needs, ranging between:

    • Specialist services for individual work packages in projects, provided by one ERC personnel integrated in clients’ project teams

    • A to Z management of the marine operation, provided by a team of ERC personnel under an engineering, procurement and management assistance (EPMA) framework

    The key element in ERC’s marine operations management business model is identifying our clients’ best execution models.

  • Marine engineering and –analyses services offered by ERC and strategic partners include:

    • Motion response analyses

    • Mooring analyses

    • Site-specific analyses for jack-up rigs

    • Riser analyses

    • Lifting analyses

    • Operability analyses

    • Operational procedures for marine operations

  • Marine advisory services offered by ERC and strategic partners include:

    • Third party verification

    • Incident investigations

    • Technical- and commercial procurement assistance, including development of combined technical- and commercial evaluation models

    • Marine assurance including vessel inspections and audits of vessel management

    • Cold eyes review

    • Development of go / no-go criteria for marine operations, using combined technical- and commercial evaluation models

    • Drilling operations planning and execution support (onshore and offshore)

    • Owner’s drilling representative (Drilling Supervisor / Company Man support)

    • Well delivery and integrated drilling operations support

    • Drilling performance optimization and NPT reduction initiatives

    • Rig intake, start-up, and operational readiness programs

    • Operational procedures, manuals, and barrier management documentation

    • Risk assessments, HAZID / HAZOP / WellOps risk workshops

    • Rig-specific drilling philosophy and operational envelope definition

    • Managed pressure drilling (MPD) operational support and readiness

    • Well control preparedness, drills, and verification

    • Contractor and service company interface management

    • Operational assurance, audits, and compliance verification

    • Real-time drilling operations support and remote monitoring readiness

    • Lessons learned capture and continuous improvement programs

    • BOP and Well control systems support

    • Subsea operations planning and execution support (onshore and offshore)

    • Owner’s subsea representative / subsea engineer support

    • Subsea Production System (SPS) operational readiness and start-up support

    • Installation, testing, commissioning, and handover support for subsea systems

    • Subsea well intervention and workover planning support

    • Subsea equipment operability, maintainability, and reliability assessments

    • Interface management between drilling, marine, and subsea contractors

    • Subsea operational procedures, philosophies, and contingency planning

    • Risk assessments, HAZID / HAZOP / SIMOPS for subsea operations

    • Subsea barrier management and verification

    • Vessel and rig selection support for subsea campaigns

    • Subsea operational assurance, audits, and compliance verification

    • Lessons learned capture and continuous improvement programs for subsea operations

Advisory services

M&A and transaction service

We provide board- and investor-level advisory on joint ventures, JVs, M&A due diligence and strategic transactions, including acting as a strategic advisor in the negotiation and execution of contracts with E&P companies

  • Clarity before a transaction — when insight matters:

    Our services include:

    • M&A advisory

    • Buy-side and sell-side due diligence

    • Strategic transaction reviews

    • Board- and owner-level decision support

    • Technical Due Diligence report

    • Software-based rig ranking/performance analysis report

    M&A reports

    Technical Due Diligence Reports

    • Executive Summary

    • Asset Description and Status

    • Regulatory, Class, and Certification

    • Structural and Marine Integrity

    • Drilling, Well Control, and Safety-Critical Systems

    • Power, Electrical, and Control Systems

    • Maintenance, Reliability, and Integrity Management

    • Capital Expenditure and Cash Risk

    • Market Readiness and Value Protection

    • Risk Assessment

    • Documents and Acceptance requirements

    • Conclusions and Recommendations

    Software-based rig ranking/performance analysis (RigCalc) report:

    • Technical rig score

    • Fleet comparison

    • Equipment comparison

  • ERC provides independent expert witness and technical advisory services to support litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution, particularly within Oil & Gas, energy, and complex industrial projects.

    Our services include:

    • Expert Witness Services
      Independent expert opinions, preparation of expert reports, and oral testimony in court and arbitration proceedings, including support during cross-examination.

    • Technical and Commercial Dispute Advisory
      Analysis of technical failures, delays, cost overruns, performance issues, and compliance with contracts, regulations, and industry standards.

    • M&A and Transaction-Related Disputes
      Technical assessment of representations and warranties, post-closing claims, earn-out disputes, and expert determination processes.

    • Quantum and Damages Support (Technical Input)
      Technical basis for loss and damage assessments, including CAPEX/OPEX analysis, asset valuation, remaining life, and performance impact.

    • Strategic Support to Legal Teams
      Technical support to counsel, review of opposing expert reports, development of technical arguments, and preparation for hearings and mediation.

    • Independent Reviews and Second Opinions
      Peer reviews of expert reports and independent technical assessments to support settlement discussions and dispute resolution.

    • Ensure that Rig technical specification is developed in compliance with E&P Company’s expectations.

    • Define the Rig upgrade SOW and execution plan

    • Develop Rig-specific assessment and fleet comparison

    • Tailor-make the rig presentation to the E&P company’s well program

    • Develop a strategy for negotiations and execution of rig service contracts with E&P companies

Courses

Professional Training Programmes for personnel involved in Drilling rigs, Well operations, Industry delivery model, and Regulatory compliance framework

Why Choose Our Courses?

  • Expert-led training with real-world applications

  • Hands-on experience at industry-leading facilities

  • Comprehensive coverage of technical, regulatory, and operational aspects

  • Ideal for professionals and graduates seeking to enhance their expertise in Drilling rigs, Well operations, Industry delivery model, and Regulatory compliance framework

Lecturer

The lecturer and responsible publisher of this compendium is Geir Ove Eikill. He has 15 years as responsible course lecture for Equinor’s Rig and Equipment courses, and Industry Project Management course module.

The ERC training course modules have been a compulsory part of EQN’s graduate training program for all newly recruited Safety, Project, Procurement, and D&W employees over the last 15 years.

  • Module 1 : RIGS AND DRILLING EQUIPMENT

    Duration: 3 days

    Overview:
    This module offers a comprehensive introduction to drilling operations, rig types, concepts, and the systems and equipment that power modern drilling activities. It includese exclusive hands-on experience observing live drilling operations at the Ullrigg facility in Stavanger

    Course Objectives:
    Participants will develop a solid understanding of rig activity, capacity, and safety requirements across various drilling operations. Key focus areas include:

    - Fundamentals of drilling methods

    - Drilling systems and equipment

    - Field development solutions

    - Maritime systems integration

    - Environmental impact and emissions control

    - Digitalisation and remote/automated drilling technologies

    - Maintenance systems for operational reliability

    Target Audience:

    - New hires and graduates

    - Rig Engineers

    - Drilling Engineers

    - HSE professionals

    - Contract & Procurement personnel involved in Drilling & Well activities

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  • Module 2: RIG INTAKE PROCESS

    Duration: 2 days

    Overview:
    This module covers the rig procurement and technical selection processes essential for successful drilling and well operations from fixed and mobile platforms.

    Course Objectives:
    Participants will gain strategic insights into rig selection and compliance requirements, focusing on:

    - Industry regulatory safety standards (Class, Flag, and Authority AoC regulations)

    - Efficiency, flexibility, and CO₂ reduction strategies

    - Rig procurement processes

    - Industry rig intake execution model

    Target Audience:

    - Rig Engineers

    - Drilling Engineers

    - HSE professionals

    - Contract & Procurement personnel directly involved in strategic drilling and well activities

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  • Module 3: THE INDUSTRY DELIVERY MODEL

    Duration: 1 day

    Overview:
    This module provides an understanding of the industry delivery model and regulatory compliance framework for offshore projects and operations.

    Course Objectives:
    Participants will learn about Industry regulatory safety standards and project execution strategies:

    1. Industry regulatory fundamentals

    - Industry regulatory safety standards (Class, Flag, and Authority AoC regulations)

    - HSE Safety Case (UK)

    - AoC model (NCS)

    2. Industry project & operation model

    - EPCIC Turn-Key contract model

    - Execution strategy and management systems

    Target Audience:

    - New hires and graduates

    - Project Managers

    - Procurement and Contract Personnel

    -Engineers involved in upgrade projects or Mobile Offshore Unit new builds

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