Equinor Awards New ISS Framework Agreements

New Framework Agreements

Equinor has signed new framework agreements for insulation, scaffolding, and surface treatment (ISS) at its onshore plants in Norway. The agreements involve Beerenberg Services AS / Linjebygg AS, KAEFER Energy AS, Bilfinger ISP Offshore Norway AS, and StS-ISONOR AS. These contracts, valued at approximately NOK 17 billion, span up to eight years, with an initial four-year term and options for two additional two-year extensions.

Operational Continuity

The current agreements will expire at the end of the year, with the new ones taking effect on January 1, 2026. A gradual transition between existing and new suppliers ensures operational continuity, allowing suppliers to plan resource use and staffing efficiently. Equinor has engaged with the industry organization for ISS companies in Norsk Industri to refine its strategy and agreements.

Local Impact

The onshore plants process and refine crude oil and natural gas into petroleum and chemical products, contributing to Europe's energy supply. The ISS services are crucial for safe and efficient operations, providing job security for skilled workers along the Norwegian coast from Stavanger to Hammerfest. The agreements cover Equinor's onshore plants at Kårstø, Mongstad, Sture, Kollsnes, Tjeldbergodden, and Hammerfest LNG, with suppliers committed to maintaining a local presence, benefiting communities and businesses.