Field-proven pressure protection enables faster, lower-emissions path to first oil in the Gulf of America
Proserv, the global controls technology specialist, has helped unlock a commercially viable, infrastructure-led development for Beacon Offshore Energy’s Zephyrus field through the deployment of its High Integrity Pressure Protection System (HIPPS) subsea controls.
Beacon and its partners have signed a production handling agreement to tie the Zephyrus field back to existing subsea infrastructure in the Mars Corridor. By leveraging established facilities, the development is expected to reduce emissions, lower capital expenditure, and accelerate time to first oil.
A critical enabler of this approach is the integration of Proserv’s field-proven HIPPS controls into the nine-mile Zephyrus subsea tieback. Delivered in collaboration with Trendsetter Engineering, a specialist provider of subsea solutions, the HIPPS system allows a high-pressure well to be safely and flexibly connected to lower-pressure infrastructure.
The solution combines Trendsetter’s HIPPS module with Proserv’s SIL 3-rated subsea control system, delivering a highly reliable, localised safety function that automatically shuts in the well in the event of a pressure excursion. This enables operators to manage differing pressure regimes while protecting existing assets and maintaining operational integrity.
Matt Metcalf, Technical Sales Director at Proserv, said:
“Zephyrus is a great example of how infrastructure-led developments can be made both technically robust and commercially compelling. Our HIPPS subsea controls give operators the confidence to tie high-pressure wells into existing networks safely, helping reduce cost, minimise emissions and bring production online faster.”
Designed for use across greenfield, brownfield and infrastructure-led projects, the HIPPS solution can be seamlessly integrated with existing subsea architectures, supporting flexible tieback strategies in deepwater environments.
The Zephyrus development comprises two single-well tiebacks utilising a single HIPPS module with dual flow base capacity, connected to existing deepwater infrastructure. Building on continued success in the Gulf of America, Proserv and Trendsetter plan to deploy the proven HIPPS technology on future deepwater developments across the Americas.”
Aberdeen, UK – Proserv, the global controls technology company, has announced the appointment of Halfdan Brustad and Eric Balish as Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) to its Board, further strengthening its governance and strategic leadership as the company continues to scale its technology and international footprint.
Halfdan Brustad will join the Proserv Board effective 1 February, as he prepares to step away from a long and distinguished career with Equinor in the coming months. He is well known to Proserv through long-standing professional relationships and has previously played a key role in supporting the company’s early efforts to commercialise its ECG technology. Halfdan brings extensive senior leadership expertise across multiple energy sectors and has delivered strategic change and leadership at various levels during his distinguished career.
Eric Balish has also recently joined the Board as a Non-Executive Director, bringing extensive senior-level banking and finance experience to Proserv. Eric’s expertise and contacts in this area are proving valuable to support the growth of Proserv as we continue our journey on becoming the Controls partner of choice for Energy producers around the world, as well as our pivot into Renewables.
Commenting on the appointments, Davis Larssen, CEO of Proserv, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Halfdan and Eric to the Proserv Board. Halfdan has been known to us for many years and was instrumental in supporting our early work to commercialise ECG. His deep industry insight and strategic perspective will be invaluable as we continue to grow.
Eric brings a wealth of finance experience and a strong understanding of how to support our growth with the appropriate capital structure. Together, these appointments significantly strengthen our Board at an important stage in Proserv’s journey.”
Reflecting on his appointment, Halfdan Brustad said:
“I am pleased to be joining Proserv as a Non-Executive Director. I have followed the company’s progress for some time and have been impressed by its technology focus and ambition. I look forward to supporting the Board and management team as Proserv continues to develop and commercialise innovative control solutions for the energy sector.”
Eric Balish added:
“Proserv is a company with a clear vision and strong momentum. I am excited to join the Board and to work alongside the team to help guide the business through its next phase of growth, supporting both its strategic direction and long-term value creation.”
These appointments reflect Proserv’s continued commitment to strong governance, deep industry expertise, and strategic leadership as it advances its controls technology offering for global energy markets.
Aberdeen, UK / Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Proserv, a global leader in controls and sampling technologies, has extended its Exclusive Representative Agreement with SMS Sand Management Services Sdn Bhd (SMS) for Malaysia by a further two years, strengthening a partnership first established in 2023.
The renewed agreement continues to combine Proserv’s high-integrity sampling systems and flow forensic engineering expertise with SMS’s real-time sand erosion monitoring and local deployment capabilities. Together, the companies provide Malaysian operators with integrated solutions that enhance flow assurance, improve erosion and corrosion risk prediction, and support safe, reliable sampling across demanding production environments.
Delivery is supported through the joint Sampling Service Centre at the Kemaman Supply Base in Terengganu, which provides local access to production and exploration sample cylinders, Sand Injection Calibration equipment, downhole and subsea sampling systems, and specialised sampling technologies. The facility enables faster response times, reduced mobilisation, and consistent service quality across Malaysia.
The partnership also supports operators’ Environmental, Social, and Governance objectives by reducing the need for repeat field campaigns, lowering emissions associated with logistics, improving personnel safety through reduced manual intervention, and strengthening data integrity and traceability for regulatory and ESG reporting.
Andrew Kinsler, Operations Director at SMS, said, “This extension reflects the strong results we have delivered together and our ongoing commitment to providing innovative, reliable, and efficient sampling and sand monitoring solutions for our clients in Malaysia.”
Sean Andersson, Vice President – Sampling at Proserv, added, “By extending our agreement with SMS, we continue to offer operators a fully integrated, high-integrity sampling and sand monitoring solution that enables safer operations, improved flow assurance insight, and more confident, data-driven decision-making.”
With a long heritage in energy controls technology, Proserv continues to play a critical role in supporting safe, efficient and increasingly data-driven energy operations worldwide. In the latest, EIC (Energy Industries Council) Energy Focus feature, Bradley Savoldelli, Global Sampling Engineering and Product Line Manager, offers an insight into life at Proserv, from the challenges of delivering complex, bespoke engineering solutions to the culture of innovation, collaboration and people development that has shaped both the company’s success and his own journey from apprentice to global engineering leader. Read his feature below to discover how Proserv’s people, technology and problem-solving culture are helping shape the future of energy control and sampling solutions.
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Proserv Norway – A Trusted Subsea and Topside Partner, Recognised by OGV Energy
Proserv is internationally recognised for advanced control technologies, subsea expertise and topside systems, and our growing presence in Norway has recently been featured in OGV Energy Magazine’s International Growth Issue, Norwegian Edition, highlighting our role as a trusted local partner on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
With operations in Stavanger and Trondheim, Proserv Norway delivers full-scope subsea and topside solutions across the asset lifecycle. From subsea control system upgrades and obsolescence management to topside hydraulic power units, sampling systems and rapid-response services, we support operators with practical, future-ready solutions tailored to Norway’s demanding offshore environment.
Trondheim serves as Proserv’s global subsea R&D centre, driving innovation in digitalisation, condition monitoring and life-extension technologies, while Stavanger provides local manufacturing, service, rental and offshore support. Together, these centres enable fast response, high compliance and long-term value creation.
More than an equipment supplier, Proserv is a problem solver and long-term collaborator, helping operators reduce downtime, lower lifetime costs and extend field life through flexible, compliant and locally delivered solutions.
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At OE2025, Proserv’s Daniel Fearnley, VP of Sales & Strategic Accounts, sat down with both OGV Group and Energy Voice to discuss Proserv’s journey, opportunities, and vision for the future.
In conversation with OGV Group’s Dan Hyland, Daniel provides an overview of Proserv’s global footprint, and highlights growth in the Gulf of Mexico, West Africa, Australia, Asia, and Norway. He also discusses the company’s ongoing globalisation journey and the transition towards renewable energy.
In discussion with Energy Voice’s Ed Reed, Daniel shares Proserv’s core technology ethos, particularly in production controls, and outlines how the business is pushing further into renewables. Looking ahead, he discusses Proserv’s focus on continuing its global expansion, with opportunities across West Africa, Brazil and beyond, while continuing to invest in renewable technologies. He also reflects on the impact for Aberdeen — a region rich in the right skillsets, supply chain strength, and expertise — positioning it as a hub for the energy transition.
Together, these conversations showcase Proserv’s commitment to innovation, international growth, and supporting the energy transition, while staying firmly rooted in the strengths of its people and partners.
Proserv’s innovative controls technology is featured in the September 2025 issue of Endeavour Magazine. The article highlights how we are driving operational excellence with cutting-edge subsea and topside solutions. From safeguarding offshore wells to optimizing energy infrastructure, Proserv continues to deliver reliability, integrity, and cost-effective performance for our clients across the region.
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Proserv’s Chief Executive Davis Larssen has told STV News that continued political and fiscal uncertainty is driving more energy firms to focus overseas, as investment in the North Sea becomes increasingly unattractive.
Speaking during the interview, Mr Larssen said:
“Eighty per cent of our business is already outside Aberdeen. I spend a lot of time travelling to regions like West Africa and South America where clients are actively investing in infrastructure, but the North Sea is almost the opposite. Political positions taken in the UK have created an environment where people don’t want to invest.”
Proserv, headquartered in Aberdeen, is a global controls technology company and continues to expand its presence internationally. However, Mr Larssen stressed that unless the UK provides a clearer, more stable pathway for both oil and gas and renewables, there is a risk of losing skills, jobs, and investment overseas.
In this candid Q&A from the Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce Business Bulletin, Gordon Paul, Proserv’s Global Logistics Compliance Manager, shares the personal and professional journey that took him from warehouse operations to a global leadership role. He reflects on the quiet influences of family, the power of self-driven development, and the mindset shift that transformed his leadership style. Gordon’s story is a powerful example of resilience, adaptability, and challenging the status quo to drive meaningful change.
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Proserv has successfully diversified from oil and gas into offshore wind by leveraging its decades of controls expertise to develop its innovative ECG™ cable monitoring technology. This non-intrusive, AI-powered system addresses a major industry challenge, subsea cable failures, and has secured key contracts on landmark projects like Dogger Bank, Hywind Scotland, and Hywind Tampen. Strategic partnerships, targeted R&D, and early market engagement have positioned Proserv as a leader in renewable subsea monitoring. Today, ECG™ is driving significant growth and a multi-million-pound project pipeline across the global renewables sector.
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