The Ekofisk 2/4 K oil platform in the North Sea has temporarily halted operations. A multipurpose vessel lost propulsion and made contact with the platform structure.
The boat was positioned alongside the platform when the incident occurred. No injuries were reported among crew members or platform personnel.
Elisabeth Fiveland, communications manager for ConocoPhillips Norway, confirmed the situation in a statement. She described the event as non-dramatic and said no evacuations were necessary.
Production remains suspended pending further inspections. The vessel will sail to shore for detailed examination of any potential damage.
This incident highlights the constant operational risks in Norway's offshore oil industry. Even minor technical failures can trigger costly shutdowns in this critical economic sector.
The affected platform serves as the main water injection installation for the Ekofisk field. It operates separately from the main oil processing complex.
DOF, the vessel operator, provides regular contract services throughout the Ekofisk area. The company maintains several specialized ships supporting North Sea oil operations.