Houston’s Helix Energy Solutions Secures Major North Sea Decommissioning Contract

Houston-based Helix Energy Solutions has secured a significant multi-year contract to support plug and abandonment (P&A) activities in the North Sea. The agreement expands the company’s role in global offshore decommissioning, a core service area for the Houston energy sector.

The contract, awarded through its British subsidiary Helix Well Ops UK Limited, will utilize the Q7000 well intervention vessel. The advanced unit is equipped to handle complex P&A work under harsh conditions, allowing operators to safely retire aging wells. The project begins in early 2025 and covers multiple subsea wells.

Company leaders said the contract strengthens their offshore portfolio and reinforces confidence in technologically advanced decommissioning solutions. The move also highlights Houston’s growing influence in global offshore operations, as many of the world’s leading energy service firms continue to base their engineering and decision-making hubs in the city.

Why It Matters

The North Sea remains one of the most active regions for decommissioning work as older fields reach end-of-life. Houston companies like Helix play a major role in supporting these projects, leveraging deep local expertise in energy technology and offshore engineering.

The work also supports long-term employment and innovation across Houston’s energy services sector. As the global industry shapes its future around efficiency and environmental responsibility, contracts like this help position Houston as a center for advanced offshore solutions.

What’s Next

The Q7000 vessel is expected to begin operations early next year, with the P&A campaign running for multiple years. Additional North Sea work scopes may be added as operators accelerate decommissioning schedules.

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