Gazprom and Statoil have signed a scientific and technical cooperation agreement that will lead to joint programs and studies.
Offshore staff
MOSCOW – Gazprom and Statoil have signed a scientific and technical cooperation agreement that will lead to joint programs and studies, including:
- Geological exploration and development of hydrocarbon fields
- Hydrocarbons production and treatment prior to transportation
- Technologies and equipment for transportation of hydrocarbons
- Environmental protection of northern seas and territories
- Health, safety and environment issues under northern conditions
- Gas processing, project management and corporate governance.
According to the terms of the agreement, the two parties will compile a “Sci-Tech Cooperation Program” which will be open to adjustment every one to three years.
Gazprom and Statoil are partners in Phase I of the Shtokman gas and condensate field development in the Russian sector of the Barents Sea.
Last year, the companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding covering their joint activities in the area of exploration, development, and production of hydrocarbon resources in northern regions.
