ODIN®: The Revolutionary Diverless UWILD Inspection

The Challenge of UWILD

UWILD (Underwater Inspection in Lieu of Dry-Docking) presents significant challenges for offshore asset integrity management. Traditional methods of underwater inspection, repair, and maintenance on Floating Offshore Installations, such as FPSOs and drilling units, rely heavily on divers and work-class ROVs.  

These conventional approaches come with several critical drawbacks: 

  • High costs and significant personnel requirements
  • Unnecessary safety risks for divers in harsh underwater environments
  • Increased carbon emissions profile
  • Poor quality of gathered information

Moreover, these methods often disrupt normal operations, leading to costly downtime for offshore facilities. As the industry evolves, innovative solutions are needed to address these challenges effectively and efficiently, ensuring safer, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly inspections.

ODIN Diverless UWILD Inspection

The Solution: ODIN Diverless UWILD Inspection

EM&I has developed and proven a range of diverless services called ODIN®. 

ODIN® technology offers: 

  • Diverless UWILDs (Underwater Inspection in Lieu of Dry-docking)
  • Isolation valve inspection, repair, and replacement
  • Mooring chain inspection
  • Major underwater steel repairs

ODIN methods primarily operate from inside the hull, minimising subsea interventions. When ROVs are necessary, EM&I’s advanced Integrity Class ROVs, developed with industry-leading partners, deliver unparalleled performance. 

Sea chests and isolation valves are inspected using CCTV systems inserted via special inspection ODIN ports that can be fitted on new or operating assets, safely. 

EM&I has developed a class approved Underwater Hull Continuous Survey programme, which means that the UWILD costs are spread over a 20-year period which reduces costs and operational disruption, further. 

Further information on the following diverless ODIN services is available through the links below. 

 

In which asset types can this inspection be made?

ODIN (Underwater Inspection in Lieu of Dry-Docking) technology is designed for a wide range of offshore assets, particularly: 

  • Floating Production Storage and Offloading  (FPSOs) vessels 
  • Semi-submersible platforms 
  • Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODUs) 
  • Other Floating Offshore Installations (both Production and Drilling) 

The Benefits of ODIN Inspection Technology

EM&I’s groundbreaking ODIN technology is transforming the offshore industry with its innovative diverless solutions. This cutting-edge system offers a wide array of benefits that significantly outperform conventional diver and ROV methods: 

  • Enhanced Safety: ODIN dramatically reduces HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) risks associated with traditional underwater inspections and repairs. 
  • Cost-Efficiency: Achieve substantial cost savings of over 50% compared to conventional methods. 
  • Zero Downtime: Maintain continuous production with no off-hire time, maximising asset productivity. 
  • Minimized Personnel: Operate with a lean team of just 3-4 persons, reducing POB by up to 70%. 
  • Weather-Resistant Operations: Experience minimal weather dependency and operational disruption.
  • Superior Data Quality: Obtain more accurate, reliable, and specific information for critical areas. 
  • Reduced Carbon Footprint: Lower emissions through efficient operations and reduced personnel requirements. 
  • Rapid Deployment: Quick and simple implementation by a small, specialised team. 
  • Versatility: Applicable for UWILDs, isolation valve inspections, repairs, and more. 
  • Class-Approved: Benefit from a recognized Underwater Hull Continuous Survey programme. 

Is it Proven?

ODIN‘s proven track record includes over 200 successful projects, with many now in their second 5-year inspection cycle. This revolutionary technology is driving the future of asset integrity management, especially crucial in today’s challenging offshore environment. 

Discover how ODIN can optimise your offshore operations, enhance safety, and significantly reduce costs. Contact us today to learn more about this game-changing diverless solution.

Patents

ODIN Inspection – Diverless UWILD 

USA Patent No: US 10,011,145 B2
UK Patent No: GB2520688.
Australia Patent No: 2014356209
Africa Patent No: AP 4911
Europe App No: 14806342.3 

Please go to the Patents and Trademarks for further information. 

ODIN Leaflet

ODIN Structural Repairs Video

ODIN Video

ODIN Isolation Valve Inspection Video

ODIN ROV Fly Past Video

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  • Tullow Ghana

    We have been largely impressed with the professionalism that characterised the overall delivery of the scope by EM&I and its local partner Stark Energy. The high safety standard exhibited from the onset, with no incident recorded, is highly commendable. The team’s desire to overcome every challenge was remarkable since this was a heavily weather-dependent scope.

  • Vestigo

    I would like to further extend our appreciation to EM&I on the success of FPSO Berantai hull repair works in December 2023, through the application of CLAM technology. This advanced technology application along with the highest level of resources’ expertise and teamwork shown throughout the activity, have resulted in a safe and successful outcome.

  • Shell

    I would like to pay special recognition to the EM&I boys for the pace at which they worked..... all this completed whilst working to the safety standards we demand and in a tank which was physically demanding due to the temperature of surrounding tanks

  • Repsol Sinopec

    This has been a big win from the point of view of safety with NO confined space entry and NO working at heights as well as the added benefit that
    four tanks were completed in just over two days!

  • MODEC

    I would like to thank EM&I for all their work in creating and negotiating the alternative UWILD plan. This is the first MODEC asset globally to have been granted an alternative to the traditional diver driven inspection work.

  • Ocean Rig

    Congratulations with your job well done and safely. It’s been a pleasure having you guys on board. I have to report that I really appreciate working with your team here on board, their positive and professional attitude was greatly appreciated

  • BW Offshore

    The approach taken by EM&I towards Health and Safety has been excellent and they proactively advise on improvements that could be made in this area. Having a trusted expert in this field who could highlight any areas of concern and make the required recommendations was of immense value to the operations. All in all it has been a productive visit and I have no hesitation in having the EM&I team back on board in the future.

  • Vantage

    Your excellent professional organization and great work results in the successful completion of this scope with the minimum down-time for the rig. Overall I was very impressed and couldn’t recommend your company highly enough to anybody who would ask.

  • ExxonMobil

    EM&I have been able to provide skilled, specialist personnel during every mobilisation, and in all cases, they have been outstanding. The work has been professionally done and the reporting of the highest quality. I would like to pass on my appreciation to everyone in EM&I involved in the job for their hard work and making the job very successful.

  • SBM Offshore

    This Project required exceptional vigilance in keeping personnel safe, EM&I did a very good job in a safe manner. They maintained high safety awareness and gave full cooperation among the ASOM team. This Project can be summarised in 4 words … preparation, verification, execution, documentation. EM&I scored top marks in all categories.

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