In an inspection document, ANP says it has identified “severe and imminent” risk on Equinor and Prio Platform Ship
The ANP (National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels) listed a series of serious flaws in the pilgrim FPSO, operated by Equinor in partnership with a prio, in the field of pilgrim, Campos Basin.
In the inspection document obtained by the Poder360technicians speak in situations of severe and imminent risk. This is a (PDF – 11 MB).
According to the document, given the “severe and imminent” risk identified, ANP with hydrocarbons until the irregularities are remedied.
The measure suspends the production of about 100,000 barrels of oil per day. A in a statement that Equinor has already started repairs, with an estimated 3-6 weeks deadline for completion. This is the document (PDF – 455 kb).
Among the main problems are:
- Outdated risk studies: HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study) without review since 2016; Era (Escape, Evacuation and Rescue Analysis) Made without considering the final project; Gas dispersion studies and structural collapse with incorrect premises.
- Inadequate escape time: Escape from the pump house takes more than 100 seconds, while the CO₂ system fires in 90 seconds, making it impossible to exit safely.
- Fire detection system: 2020 recommendations for coverage of flame detectors have not been fully implemented.
- Committed drainage system: Project failures and integrity, with holes that allow flammable fluids to lower floors.
- Disabled Flood System: Low reliability, below minimum flows in critical areas and misconduct less than 5 cm of equipment.
- Degraded emergency communication: Failures in the alarm system and radios, including critical areas, without effective corrections since 2016.
- Invalid Safety Valve Tests: Inadequate methodology and use of incorrect norm.
- Protections against degraded explosion: Electrical panel rooms with insufficient positive pressure and equipment without proper insulation.
- Battery rooms: Hydrogen sensors installed in inadequate position and ventilation failures.
The Brazilian company has 40% stake in the unit and is in the process of acquiring the remaining 60% of equinor for US $ 3.35 billion. The closure of the transaction is scheduled for the beginning of 2026, subject to the approval of Cade (Administrative Council for Economic Defense).
