ABB won an EICT framework agreement with Aker BP

ABB has been awarded a framework agreement from Aker BP for Electrical, Instrument, Control and Telecommunications (EICT), according to Worldoil.com.
The framework agreement covers design, procurement and installation of the EICT system.
Aker BP will execute field development projects by a more integrated project delivery model; A «Platform Alliance» for each project. The frame agreement has a duration of six years with an option for four additional years.
“This cooperation builds on -established relations between Aker BP and ABB. We view the new collaboration as a breakthrough for more efficient project execution. We get involved in projects at an earlier stage, assume more responsibility, can provide integrated solutions in the concerned disciplines, and finally contribute with our digital remote monitoring services”, says Borghild Lunde, senior V.P., Oil, Gas and Chemicals, for ABB in Norway.