Stepwise Partners with DNO to Enhance Drilling Efficiency and Emission Reporting on the NCS

Stepwise is excited to announce its collaboration with DNO ASA, a leading oil and gas operator, to deploy the Stepwise Emission web application during the drilling of the Falstaff well 2/6-7 S. Operated by the Noble Invincible jack-up rig in the North Sea. This partnership signifies a pivotal step in Stepwise’s mission to accelerate the energy sector’s journey toward Net Zero emissions.

Pilot overview

The pilot project began in mid-September 2024 and was set to conclude by the end of November. The Noble Invincible, a Gusto MSC CJ70 X150 MD jack-up rig designed for harsh environments, served as an optimal platform for deployment. Its advanced energy management system ensures reliable performance in the North Sea and enhances fuel efficiency, reducing emissions and lowering operational costs.

The Stepwise Emission application integrates wellbore data and top-hole batch information provided by DNO, drawing from daily drilling reports and operational updates through a planning tool for logistics supplied by Kabal. The project aims to:

• Optimise emission performance: Provide real-time analysis of well emissions to improve efficiency
• Support ESG reporting: Demonstrate contributions to DNO’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, particularly for Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions
• Enhance decision-making: Deliver insights to refine operational strategies

A collaborative approach

The partnership between Stepwise, DNO, Noble, and WellExpertise has been characterised by close collaboration and effective communication.

The cooperation has been seamless, with frequent and productive meetings that have greatly contributed to the success of this pilot project – said Oda Eikill, Customer Success Manager at Stepwise.

During operations, Stepwise was focused on delivering measurable results utilising the pilot to illustrate DNO’s potential to achieve a real-time overview of the operation. Stepwise aims to build on the success of this project by exploring an extended use of its technology.

Image: Noble Invincible. Source: Noble Corporation