A North Sea operator improved the reliability of its offshore production operations after deploying a new electric submersible pump (ESP) system supported by Halliburton’s Summit ESP service and digital monitoring technologies

The deployment addressed challenges with the operator’s previous ESP supplier, including missed delivery timelines, limited equipment availability, mechanical failures and high intervention costs. The operator also required a reliable solution that could be installed on an active production platform using hydraulic workover (HWO) unit operations.

According to a Halliburton case study, the operator needed an ESP system that could be delivered quickly, installed without disruption and supported through continuous monitoring and optimisation.

Addressing offshore ESP reliability challenges

The operator’s previous ESP systems had experienced limited stock availability and extended delivery times, while mechanical failures had contributed to operational challenges.

Installation also presented specific risks. Capillary chemical injection lines had been damaged during previous installation activities, creating concerns about the long-term performance of the ESP system.

In addition, offshore cybersecurity requirements added complexity to the deployment of digital monitoring and remote optimisation capabilities.

To address these challenges, Summit ESP, a Halliburton service, worked with the customer to conduct a detailed factory assessment of each ESP component.

The team designed a custom protector flange to safeguard the capillary line. The component was manufactured locally in Emmen, the Netherlands.

ESP system delivered ahead of schedule

Early delivery of the ESP system enabled comprehensive fit-up testing with HWO tools before offshore installation. This helped verify compatibility and prepare the equipment for deployment on the production platform.

Halliburton’s global field service team subsequently installed the system, removed the failed equipment and commissioned the replacement ESP system.

The installation achieved 100% KPI compliance, while the Intelevate® platform, powered by the Summit Knowledge® digital ecosystem, provided real-time data, health checks and optimisation recommendations from the start of operations.

The system was delivered one month ahead of schedule, while the deployment recorded zero non-productive time (NPT).

The Intelevate platform also provided 24 hours of daily real-time monitoring and optimisation.

Digital monitoring supports offshore operations

The deployment marked the first use of Halliburton’s Intelevate digital platform in the North Sea, according to the Halliburton case study.

The platform provided continuous visibility into the ESP system and supported 24/7 optimisation from day one.

The early arrival of the ESP system also allowed additional pre-checks and in-country fit-up testing before offshore installation. This confirmed compatibility with the HWO equipment and helped eliminate risks associated with non-productive time and minimise deferred production.

Restoring ESP performance offshore

The replacement ESP system met production targets and restored reliability to the operator’s offshore operations.

Continuous support through the Intelevate platform helped maintain operational efficiency through real-time monitoring and optimisation.

The customer acknowledged the service quality, with the deployment representing a milestone in the operator’s offshore ESP operations.