Archer targets subsea and rigless P&A growth with isol8 acquisition
Archer has agreed to acquire well technology firm isol8, adding alloy-based barrier solutions and advanced materials for well completions, intervention and plug and abandonment (P&A).
The deal is aimed at strengthening Archer’s plug business and enhancing its subsea and rigless P&A capabilities.
Archer said isol8’s technologies will expand its existing portfolio and support its strategy to scale well abandonment services globally. isol8’s products are designed to deploy metal-based barrier solutions and emerging metal element technologies across the well lifecycle.
The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to close later in second-quarter 2026.
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