Noble Corporation Partners with Kongsberg Digital for Advanced DP Drilling Training Solution

Houston-based Noble Corporation has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with Kongsberg Digital for the delivery of state-of-the-art navigation, engine, and dynamic positioning (DP) simulators. These simulators will be based on Kongsberg Maritime’s K-Pos DP system and tailored to meet Noble’s specific training needs. What sets this collaboration apart is the integration of Kongsberg Maritime’s Riser Monitoring System (RMS) and electronic Well Specific Operating Guidelines (eW-SOG) into the simulators, making Noble the first company globally to implement such an advanced DP drilling training solution for in-house Nautical Institute-accredited training.

According to Brian Herbert, Marine Training Simulation Supervisor at Noble, “Investing in Kongsberg’s simulators is a testament to our dedication to our offshore workforce and an integral part of our safety and training programs. This new immersive training environment will not only enhance the skills and preparedness of our crew and operators but also reinforces Noble’s aim to be First Choice for Employees, Customers, and Investors. By demonstrating our commitment to empowering and safeguarding our people, we work to attract top talent and set new industry standards for operational excellence.”

Patrick Ewbank, Head of Learning and Development at Noble, further emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating, “Noble Corporation pioneered full-scale integrated team exercises for offshore drilling crews since 2013. Recognizing that technical prowess alone is insufficient in our dynamic offshore environments, we seamlessly blend technical expertise with Crew Resource Management. This investment provides a realistic platform for crews to tackle challenges on their actual equipment, fostering teamwork and operational excellence across the drilling, technical, and marine teams.”

This cutting-edge training solution is designed to enhance operational competencies, increase safety awareness, and promote effective team collaboration within Noble Corporation. By leveraging Kongsberg Digital’s advanced simulators and integrating them with RMS and eW-SOG, Noble is setting new standards in training and preparedness for offshore drilling operations.

With a focus on empowering its workforce and ensuring the highest levels of safety and operational excellence, Noble Corporation’s partnership with Kongsberg Digital marks a significant milestone in the industry. As the first company to implement such advanced DP drilling training solutions, Noble is paving the way for a new era of training and development in the offshore drilling sector.