This is what the M-I SWACO tank cleaning module looks like

Statoil has long been looking for a way to make tank cleaning on supply vessels safer and more effective.

M-I SWACO has developed a new technological solution and has now been awarded a contract with Statoil that is valued at around NOK 500 million, including options.

Statoil has not used this type of technology on supply vessels before but M-I SWACO has used the technology on its own vessels. This is the first time that the Schlumberger company M-I SWACO has commercialised the technology.

Avoids having to enter the tanks

The solution comprises an automatic system which means that personnel avoid having to enter the tanks in order to clean them. Wash water and soap are also recycled so that it is only the actual waste washed out of the tank that has to be delivered for further processing.

Tags: M-I SWACO, Statoil