As well as reinforcing its commitment to accelerating collaboration and innovation across the energy sector, the investment in the state-of-the-art facility will help DNV demonstrate the safety of technologies that will underpin the push to net zero, not just for UK-based companies but international organisations also.
The facility has been built with interactivity and technological advancement at its heart, with a 4k streaming capability which allows people all over the world to watch demos happen in real time. The facility is also hosting DNV’s landmark ‘Skylark’ joint industry project, which is advancing safety standards in CO2 pipeline operations.
For more than 45 years, Spadeadam, which is located on a RAF base, has conducted large-scale research to assess the consequences of major hazards and their effects on people and properties.
DNV’s latest investment in the site will create a shared space where operators, regulators and technology providers can come together to co-develop solutions that support a safer, cleaner energy future.
By combining conventional oil and gas expertise with emerging technologies such as hydrogen and CCS the facility contributes to industry safety by improving understanding of major hazards.
Hari Vamadevan, Senior Vice President and Regional Director, UK & Ireland, Energy Systems at DNV, said, “As the global energy landscape continues its evolution, balancing traditional energy expertise with sustainable transition pathways is more critical than ever."
“Our latest Energy Transition Outlook shows that although peak energy emissions have already passed, the decline that follows is too slow to put us on track for global climate goals. That is why action, and particularly collaboration, is so important right now.”
The research and development that takes place at the facility is complimented by world-class training that also takes place onsite, featuring immersive courses simulating real-world scenarios, helping participants understand and mitigate risks in high-pressure environments.