Decommissioning and life extension analysis

Engineering clarity for complex late-life projects

Late-life assets demand a clear understanding of structural integrity, operational limits and future performance. Our in-house riser and conductor analysis supports operators with efficient decommissioning and life extension by assessing load-bearing capacity, fatigue, operational limits, rig suitability, and optimising decommissioning equipment. Working closely with offshore teams and stakeholders, we deliver practical, technically robust solutions that reduce risk, extend asset life, and support more efficient and predictable overall project efficiency.

Taking the uncertainty out of ageing assets

Decommissioning and life extension projects are more complex than ever, but expert analysis makes them significantly more manageable. Our in-house riser and conductor experts combine technical precision with operational experience to provide the engineering insight needed to support cost-efficient and predictable late-life operations globally.

Our analysis provides the insight needed to:

Assess the condition and integrity of risers and conductors, covering fatigue, corrosion, strength, stability, and operational limits
Optimise decommissioning equipment, rig selection, and vertical tension for safer, more efficient operations
Reduce technical uncertainty, minimise risk provide practical, actionable solutions that support more predictable project delivery.

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Engineering insights for decom and life extension

Strength and Stability Analysis

Evaluates risers and conductors to ensure they can safely withstand operational and environmental loads, maintaining structural integrity and stability during decommissioning or life extension projects.

Corroded conductor integrity assessments

Assesses the condition of ageing or corroded conductors, identifying weaknesses and helping operators make informed decisions on repairs, reinforcement, or operational limitations.

Fatigue analysis (both historic and future life operations)

Examines historical and projected cyclic stresses on risers and conductors to predict fatigue life, supporting safe decommissioning and future operational planning.

Optimisation of decommissioning equipment (historic and future operations)

Identifies the most efficient and the safest equipment configurations, reducing operational risk, downtime, and costs during decommissioning activities.

Assessments to aid rig selection

Evaluates rig suitability for specific decommissioning and late-life operations, considering load capacities, environmental conditions, and operational requirements to support safe and efficient project execution.

Well loading calculations and vertical tension optimisation

Calculates forces acting on wells, risers, and conductors to optimise vertical tension, ensuring structural integrity and safe, efficient operations.

Minimum allowable conductor wall thickness assessments

Determines the thinnest acceptable conductor wall thickness to maintain safety and performance, supporting informed maintenance, repair and replacement decisions.

Conductor repair analysis and optimisation

Provides technical guidance for repairing or reinforcing conductors, supporting operators in balancing safety, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness during late-life and decommissioning projects.

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Decommissioning and life extension analysis

Engineering clarity for complex late-life projects

Taking the uncertainty out of ageing assets