Athens Group Launches Rig Survey Services to Help Off-shore Drilling Campaigns Stay on Schedule

HOUSTON, Oct. 31, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Athens Group, a leading provider of independent, 3rd-party technology assurance services for oil and gas drilling and production systems, is pleased to announce five new Rig Survey Services that help off-shore drilling campaigns stay on schedule by preventing equipment downtime and last-minute regulatory surprises.  

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Athens Group Rig Survey Services offer the following rig inspection solutions that can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each customer:

• Rig Condition and Acceptance Survey
• Rig Compliance Survey
• Marine Safety Survey
• Rig Selection Survey
• Dropped Objects Survey

Athens Group uses an integrated systems approach that is fit for purpose and exceeds the limits of traditional rig surveys. "Our approach recognizes that each rig is not merely a collection of equipment, but rather a complex integrated machine, operated though multiple integrated control systems that must all work together seamlessly," said Mike Haney, CEO. "Our integrated systems approach starts with how the system is intended to function given the user and regulatory requirements under which it will operate.  With that knowledge we can determine if the integrated set of equipment and associated control systems perform those functions safely and reliably. This information helps our customers reduce the risk of delays and incidents," he concluded.

Athens Group uses rig survey tools that go beyond traditional checklists and tribal knowledge.
Our comprehensive set of Proven Practices^SM is based on well-established systems engineering and integration principles.  For additional information about Athens Group Rig Survey Services, please send an email to [email protected], visit athensgroup.com, or call +1-877-499-8393. For media inquiries, please contact Marcella Coronado at [email protected].

ABOUT ATHENS GROUP
Athens Group provides technology assurance services that help the oil and gas industry design, construct and operate safe, reliable rigs and platforms. From topsides to subsea, our consultants ensure effective engineering and testing, and validate compliance with the highest standards for performance, reliability, and safety. Athens Group customers include Anadarko, BHP Billiton, BP, Chevron, Eni, ExxonMobil, Marathon, Shell, Statoil and Total.

Drilling Technology Assurance^SM, Proven Practices^SM and the Athens Group logo are all service marks of Athens Group, Inc. Copyright 2013 Athens Group.

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