Torrano: Offshore operations are facing tougher reliability demands as electrification, digitalization and decarbonization converge. Equipment must operate safely and efficiently in salt-laden, high-humidity environments where access for maintenance is limited. Corrosion, vibration and thermal stress remain constant challenges.
The industry is responding through more robust system design, using high-efficiency motors and drives with advanced coatings and marine-grade enclosures. At the same time, there’s a clear shift toward predictive maintenance, enabled by real-time monitoring and digital twins, which helps operators plan interventions instead of reacting to failures. Energy efficiency is now integral to every project brief, so technology choices increasingly balance safety, reliability and carbon footprint.
Offshore: How is WEG approaching the integration of digital technologies, such as AI, predictive maintenance or real-time monitoring, into offshore systems?
Torrano: Digitalization is transforming how operators manage equipment offshore. WEG’s Motor Fleet Management (MFM) system connects smart sensors to edge analytics, allowing continuous tracking of vibration, temperature and energy use.
The goal isn’t simply collecting data—it’s turning data into decisions. By combining AI-driven anomaly detection with established condition-monitoring techniques, we can forecast potential failures long before they interrupt production. These insights feed directly into maintenance schedules, helping customers extend asset life, reduce unplanned downtime and optimize spare-parts logistics. For offshore platforms, where access windows are short and costs are high, that predictive capability is invaluable.
Offshore: What trends are you observing in offshore workforce training and HSE practices, and how might these practices differ in regions across the globe?
Torrano: Training has become more immersive and data-driven. We now see operators requesting blended learning packages that mix e-learning modules with augmented-reality simulations of real equipment. That approach helps technicians rehearse complex procedures safely before working offshore.
HSE standards are converging globally, but local implementation still differs. Regions with mature offshore sectors emphasize human-factors engineering and behavioral safety, while emerging markets focus on building foundational competencies.
