Case Study: a Malaysian drilling contractor achieves faster, safe rig overhaul with Applus+

Malaysian Drilling Contractor completes rig overhaul 4 days ahead of schedule with Applus+

The customer, a Malaysian drilling contractor, faced the mandatory five-year overhaul and inspection of its rig's main drilling equipment, a process that traditionally requires significant time in an offsite workshop. Vendor Applus+ was engaged to perform a full API RP 8B Category IV inspection and overhaul of the sheave assemblies onboard the platform.

Applus+ implemented the solution using skilled rope access technicians to work at height in restricted spaces, completing the entire project onboard. The vendor successfully met its obligations ahead of schedule, finishing the work in approximately half the time an OEM would typically take. Applus+ completed the project safely, under budget, and four days early, leading to high customer satisfaction and the award of two additional projects within six months.