Expro has successfully deployed its Autonomous iTONG\u2122 system for the first time in the Sub-Sahara Africa (SSA) region, for a major offshore operator off the C\u00f4te d’Ivoire. This milestone marks iTONG\u2122\u2019s first deepwater deployment, following its initial operation in Norway in 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Expro secured the Tubular Running Services (TRS) contract aboard the Deep Value Driller (DVD) drillship, which arrived in C\u00f4te d’Ivoire in late 2023. The project supports the expansion of the Baleine field – the region\u2019s largest hydrocarbon discovery – for client Eni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Revolutionizing offshore efficiency<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n iTONG\u2122 is one of the industry’s most technologically advanced tong systems, designed to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. It eliminates the need for personnel to work in the hazardous Red Zone of the rig floor, significantly improves operational efficiency – saving considerable rig time, and in turn reducing net CO\u2082 emissions throughout the construction of a Well. By automating the connection make-up and break-out of casing and tubing joints, iTONG\u2122 provides precise torque control from the push of a single button – operated safely from the driller\u2019s cabin – while enabling full connection make-up validation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Following a rapid delivery, installation, and commissioning process on the DVD, iTONG\u2122 quickly transformed offshore operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u00b7 Faster connections:<\/strong> \u2018Park-to-park\u2019 connection times are now completed in just 90 seconds compared to 180 seconds with previous remote technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b7 Enhanced efficiency and cost savings:<\/strong> Connection make-up times were cut by 50%, saving approximately $200,000 in cost savings per well project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n