Rig Installed Platforms

Overview

We are pioneers in offshore platform installations using jackup drilling rigs.

We have installed more platforms with drilling rigs than any other company worldwide – a proven track record operators can trust.

Offshore oil and gas projects are under constant pressure to deliver faster, leaner, and more cost-effective solutions. For light-weight minimal facilities platforms, traditional installation methods typically rely on mobilising large heavy lift assets such as crane barges or derrick lay vessels. This approach often drives up costs, increases logistical complexity, and introduces additional schedule risks.

Platform Range

Standard wellhead platform range.

Given ICON’s world leading experience in the provision of jack-up installed platforms, it has been a natural next step for us to develop a standardised range of platform designs. This system is applicable to minimal facilities or satellite platforms.

Adopting this solution can deliver platforms faster than bespoke units as the bulk of the detailed design is already done. Fabrication and thus installation can be fast tracked.

Our expertise

Engineering and delivery support for rig installed wellhead platforms.

Rig-installed platform design and execution strategy

Development of wellhead platform designs specifically configured for installation using jackup drilling rigs, including assessment of rig capability, lifting arrangements and installation sequencing.
Platform type selection and optimisation

Engineering support to evaluate and select the most suitable platform style for each development, based on field conditions, drilling requirements and execution constraints.
Integration with drilling operations

Alignment of platform design and installation planning with drilling rig operations to support safe installation and efficient transition into drilling and completion activities.
Execution-led engineering

Application of extensive offshore installation experience to ensure rig-installed platform designs are practical, repeatable and optimised for safe offshore execution.

Related Capabilities

Full project lifecycle, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery services.

ICON maintains a dedicated in-house project management capability that supports offshore and onshore energy projects from early definition through to execution and close-out.

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Our commercial studies are developed alongside engineering and execution planning, so cost, schedule and risk assessments reflect practical delivery realities rather than theoretical assumptions.

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We deliver practical, fit-for-purpose solutions across feasibility, concept, FEED and detailed design. Our engineering is aligned with installation methods, construction sequencing and offshore constraints so designs can be delivered safely and efficiently.

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Our disciplines work together to deliver integrated, practical solutions aligned with offshore execution requirements. This structure helps us manage interfaces internally, reduce reliance on third parties and maintain technical continuity from early definition through to execution readiness.

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We manage technical, operational and delivery interfaces. By coordinating interfaces across engineering disciplines, vendors, contractors and offshore execution teams, we help keep design intent and delivery requirements aligned.

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We combine high-accuracy 3D scanning with in-house drafting, modelling and visualisation to turn site data into usable engineering input. Point cloud data supports as-built modelling, clash detection, interface verification and detailed structural, mechanical, lifting and installation design.

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We manage fabrication activities, including work completed at third-party yards and within ICON’s own yard facilities. This helps ensure structures, equipment and assemblies are delivered in line with approved designs, specifications and quality requirements.

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We support inspection, maintenance and repair scopes that help extend asset life, address integrity issues and maintain safe operation.

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We support operations and maintenance work with engineering input, planning support and execution coordination.

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On procurement, ICON uses the IFS (Industrial and Financial Systems AB) suite to manage commercial operations and material procurement in support of project implementation.

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ICON provides risk studies and structured risk assessment capability to support informed decision-making and safe delivery across project lifecycles.

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ICON operates in-house workshop facilities to support controlled, hands-on preparation and verification activities that benefit from a dedicated workshop environment.

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FAQs

Answers to key questions on our safe, efficient offshore services.

Using a jackup drilling rig can reduce reliance on offshore construction vessels, simplify logistics and lower offshore exposure by utilising equipment already mobilised for drilling operations.

Yes. ICON designs wellhead platforms with rig capability and installation methodology considered from the earliest engineering stages.

Yes. ICON has experience designing and installing multiple wellhead platform styles and selects solutions based on project-specific requirements rather than a single standard design.

Safety and efficiency are achieved through execution-led engineering, proven installation methodologies and close coordination with drilling and offshore teams.

Unlock your offshore potential with our comprehensive engineering and project management services.

Our offshore services are designed to meet the unique challenges of the industry. We provide reliable, efficient, and innovative solutions that ensure project success.

What project is keeping you up at night?

We are pioneers in offshore platform installations using jackup drilling rigs.

Standard wellhead platform range.

Engineering and delivery support for rig installed wellhead platforms.

Rig-installed platform design and execution strategy

Platform type selection and optimisation

Integration with drilling operations

Execution-led engineering

Full project lifecycle, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery services.

Answers to key questions on our safe, efficient offshore services.

Unlock your offshore potential with our comprehensive engineering and project management services.

Scott Warren

Zai Yusof

Rob Faulkner

Nathan Low

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Rig Installed Platforms

We are pioneers in offshore platform installations using jackup drilling rigs.

Standard wellhead platform range.

Engineering and delivery support for rig installed wellhead platforms.

Rig-installed platform design and execution strategy

Platform type selection and optimisation

Integration with drilling operations

Execution-led engineering

Full project lifecycle, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery services.

Project Management

Commercial Studies

Engineering & Design Phases

Engineering Disciplines

Interface Engineering & Integration

3D Site Surveys & Scanning

Fabrication Management & Yard Services

Inspection, Repair & Maintenance

Operations Support

Procurement & Construction Management

Risk Studies

Workshop Facilities

Answers to key questions on our safe, efficient offshore services.

Why use a jackup drilling rig to install a wellhead platform?

Does ICON design platforms specifically for rig installation?

Can ICON support different styles of rig-installed platforms?

How does ICON ensure safe and efficient rig-based installation?

Unlock your offshore potential with our comprehensive engineering and project management services.

Scott Warren

Zai Yusof

Rob Faulkner

Nathan Low