Mongstad 56, 5954 Mongstad, Norway
office@mongstadrefinery.com
56 34 40 00
Maintenance & Reliability
Maintenance & Reliability
At Mongstad Refinery, operational excellence is driven by a robust Maintenance & Reliability strategy designed to maximize asset performance, ensure safety, and optimize efficiency. Our Operations team employs industry-leading methodologies in Preventive & Predictive Maintenance, Turnarounds & Shutdown Planning, Inspection & Asset Integrity Management, and Reliability Engineering to maintain world-class refinery operations.
Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
We prioritize proactive maintenance strategies to minimize unplanned downtime and extend asset lifespan. Our Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs are systematically scheduled to inspect, service, and replace critical components before failures occur. Complementing this, our Predictive Maintenance (PdM) approach leverages advanced technologies such as:
- Vibration analysis.
- Thermography & infrared inspections.
- Lubrication & oil analysis.
- Ultrasonic testing & acoustic monitoring.
- AI-driven condition monitoring.
By integrating real-time data analytics and machine learning, we transition from reactive fixes to predictive intelligence, ensuring optimal equipment health and operational continuity.
Turnarounds & Shutdown Planning
Turnarounds (TARs) and planned shutdowns are critical to sustaining long-term refinery performance. Our TAR Planning & Execution follows a structured, risk-based approach, incorporating:
- Detailed scope development & work prioritization.
- Resource optimization (manpower, materials, contractors).
- Schedule compression techniques.
- Stakeholder coordination & safety compliance.
- Post-TAR performance reviews & lessons learned.
Through meticulous planning and execution, we minimize production losses while ensuring safety, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
Inspection & Asset Integrity Management
Asset integrity is fundamental to operational safety and regulatory adherence. Our Inspection & Integrity Management framework includes:
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) – UT, RT, MPI, DPI
- Fitness-for-Service (FFS) assessments
- Corrosion monitoring & mitigation
- Pressure vessel & piping inspections (API 510/570/653 compliance)
- Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) methodologies
We employ cutting-edge inspection technologies, including drones, robotic crawlers, and digital twin simulations, to enhance accuracy and reduce human risk exposure.
Reliability Engineering
Our Reliability Engineering team focuses on eliminating failures and optimizing asset performance through:
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) implementation
- Spare parts & lifecycle management
- Equipment performance benchmarking
- Continuous improvement via Six Sigma & Lean methodologies
By embedding reliability into every operational process, we ensure sustainable production, reduced maintenance costs, and enhanced safety standards.
Driving Excellence Through Innovation
At Mongstad Refinery, our Maintenance & Reliability Operations are not just about sustaining assets—they are about transforming challenges into opportunities. Through data-driven decision-making, digital transformation, and a culture of continuous improvement, we uphold our commitment to operational resilience, environmental stewardship, and industry leadership.
Explore how we maintain reliability, safety, and efficiency at every step of our refining operations.