Equinor Starts Eirin Field Production via NOK 4.7 Billion Subsea Gas Project
EQNR•Equinor has commenced gas production at the Eirin field in the Norwegian North Sea, with initial output of 5 million Sm3 per day tied back to the Gjøa platform. The subsea development cost NOK 4.7 billion and is expected to sustain production until 2040, boosting Equinor’s gas volumes by roughly 2 percent.
1. Production Start at Eirin Field
On May 10, Equinor commenced gas production at the Eirin field, marking the first output from the subsea development tied back to the Gjøa platform. Initial flows of 5 million Sm3 per day are routed through existing export infrastructure to supply European markets.
2. Project Development and Capacity
The Eirin project, carried out at a cost of NOK 4.7 billion, consists of two subsea wells connected via a 22-kilometer tie-back to Gjøa. It is designed to reach a plateau of approximately 100 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day and maintain production through 2040.
3. Market and Operational Impact
Eirin’s volumes represent roughly a 2 percent increase in Equinor’s gas output, supporting revenue at a time of European supply tightening. The tie-back approach leverages existing infrastructure to optimize capital efficiency and extend field life.
