In offshore operations, waiting for laboratory results onshore is rarely practical. Real-time analysis is essential to maintain product quality, optimize processes, and ensure safe operations on offshore platforms. However, installing laboratory facilities in these environments presents significant challenges, including limited space, extensive regulation, hazardous conditions, logistics constraints and strict safety requirements.
Engineered for offshore conditions
We deliver fully equipped, ready-to-install laboratory modules designed for the world’s most demanding offshore and industrial environments. Built in compliance with safety IMO, SOLAS and structural DNV 2.7-1 standards and class certified by an independent third party, these laboratories enable safe and reliable testing directly at the point of operation.
Each module is engineered as suitable for hazardous zones and includes certified explosion-proof (Ex) systems, fire- and blast-resistant construction, advanced ventilation, gas detection, fume hoods and clearly defined emergency exits. This protects personnel and equipment and ensures proper operational procedures, for consistent performance in harsh offshore conditions.
Turnkey solutions for EPC projects
We work closely with engineering, procurement and commissioning contractors to deliver modular laboratory solutions that integrate seamlessly with floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) and platform designs. Every unit is engineered, built, tested and verified before delivery, ensuring reliable performance from day one.
As Teresa Ruiz-Escribano, EPC Lab Services Manager at SGS, explains: “Our modular laboratories deliver accurate, reliable analysis in hazardous offshore environments while meeting the highest international safety standards.”
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).
