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Oil and gas offshore

As a global leader in vertical access solutions, Alimak has supplied over a thousand elevator solutions to the offshore oil and gas industry since 1974. Built on tried and tested technologies, Alimak’s range of industrial elevators are suitable for a diverse range of offshore applications such as fixed platforms, jackup rigs, semi-submersible rigs, drill ships and TLPs, to drive efficiency and enhance productivity in facilities in the world’s most remote locations.

How do Alimak offshore elevators support continuous offshore operations?

Alimak offshore elevators are purpose-built to ensure reliable, and uninterrupted vertical access in offshore environments. Engineered with corrosion-resistant materials and advanced ingress protection, they perform flawlessly in harsh offshore conditions. Certified for hazardous zones and equipped with fire-rated safety features, Alimak elevators meet the strictest industry standards.

Their modular design and broad capacity range allow seamless integration into complex facility layouts, while global after-sales support and tailored maintenance plans minimise downtime. Oil and gas facilities benefit from proven durability, compliance, and efficiency to keep people and materials moving.

Experience in Ex environments

With decades of proven expertise in explosion protected elevator solutions, Alimak delivers reliable performance in some of the world’s most demanding and hazardous environments. Our Ex‑certified elevators support reliable, efficient operations across the global offshore industry.

We supplied our first explosion‑protected elevator in 1975 to the Kuwait National Petroleum Company, marking the beginning of a long‑standing commitment to safety and innovation in hazardous areas. Since then, thousands of Ex elevators have been delivered worldwide – each engineered to meet stringent safety standards and to ensure dependable operation where it matters most.

Refurbishment projects

Refurbishing Alimak elevators is a cost‑efficient way to extend the operational life of offshore oil and gas installations. By upgrading key components and modernising ageing equipment, operators can maintain high production levels while maximising the value of their existing assets. Refurbishment also supports long‑term sustainability goals by reducing waste, minimising the need for new materials, and lowering the environmental impact associated with full replacement. Alimak’s proven technology and offshore expertise ensure that each refurbishment delivers improved reliability, enhanced safety, and continued performance in the harshest marine conditions – keeping your rig productive, compliant, and future‑ready.

Why choose Alimak elevators for the offshore oil and gas sector?

Enhanced productivity

Alimak industrial elevators provide fast and efficient vertical access for maintenance crews, reducing shutdown times and optimising productivity.

Minimise climbing and manual handling

Alimak elevators are ideal for accessing offshore platforms and vessels for inspections, maintenance, and periodic overhauls. They also effectively reduce the risk of falls from height, eliminate exertion from climbing, and provide the ability to quickly transport injured personnel from any height.

Robust and rugged design

Installation on offshore structures means exposure to all weather conditions. Alimak industrial elevators are designed to withstand harsh environments.

Ex-models available

Alimak explosion-protected elevators use ATEX and NEC-approved electrical components, which are specifically designed for hazardous environments. Components and assemblies are approved by an officially notified certified body.

Applications for offshore elevators

Typical offshore oil and gas applications that require vertical access include:

Alimak rack-and-pinion elevators are widely used on the derricks of offshore drilling rigs to provide vertical access for personnel and equipment. These rugged, often explosion-protected elevators are installed on platforms, jack-ups, and drillships to facilitate maintenance in harsh, high-wind environments.

Alimak elevators are commonly used inside the hull-columns of offshore drilling rigs, particularly on semi-submersible rigs and production platforms.

These elevators provide essential vertical transportation for personnel, equipment, and tools, connecting the deck to the lower pump rooms or machinery spaces within the hull structures.

Alimak elevators are installed on the living quarter modules of offshore drilling rigs, drillships, and production platforms. Engineered for harsh marine environments, these ruggedized units provide reliable vertical transport for personnel and freight, with configurations available for both internal and external installation.

Alimak elevators are used to provide access to helidecks, particularly for transporting passengers and luggage from the living quarters to the flight deck. These elevators are often sized to accommodate a stretcher and medical personnel, ensuring reliable transit during emergencies.

Alimak elevators are used to provide essential access between various decks and critical areas of offshore drilling rigs. They serve as a safer and more efficient alternative to stairs, ladders or cranes for moving personnel and heavy equipment across multiple levels.

Several elevator models are explosion-protected (Ex) for use in hazardous zones and comply with NORSOK and DNV standards.

High-capacity models like the Alimak FM transport heavy goods, shipping containers, and materials between the main deck and storage levels. The flush elevator top deck design with no car enclosure allows easy top loading with crane and offloading with forklift on multiple sides.

The rack-and-pinion technology eliminates the need for a separate machine room, making them ideal for the tight deck space of a rig or drillship.

What do our customers say about us?

“I think that what really distinguishes Alimak from the competition is their great service and responsiveness. They are always available when we need them, and they always respond in a timely manner. This has saved us from inconvenient waiting time and project delays. In relation to their great availability, it is very easy to do business with them. Their knowledge level is high, and you can feel that they are well prepared when you have a meeting with them. For myself as a customer that is essential – to be able to trust the one you do business with. ”

Jette Rasmussen, Strategic Sourcing Manager, FLSmidth, Denmark
“Alimak has always delivered very high quality – it’s the Mercedes of industrial elevators. Through Alimak’s strong network of local service partners, we can get assistance much quicker than what we could get from any competitor. That has saved us a great amount of time and reduced our service costs. ”

Mauro Brambilla, Project Manager, CR International, Italy
“In the power generation industry, it is critical to act fast when problems arise. The response time of service providers needs to be as short as possible. Alimak has always been very responsive and available to our needs as customers saving us time, effort and money while ensuring safe and reliable operation of the lift.”

Leopoldo Lirios, Plant Engineer, Team Energy, the Philippines

Oil and gas offshore

How do Alimak offshore elevators support continuous offshore operations?

Experience in Ex environments

Refurbishment projects

Why choose Alimak elevators for the offshore oil and gas sector?

Enhanced productivity

Minimise climbing and manual handling

Robust and rugged design

Ex-models available

Applications for offshore elevators

What do our customers say about us?

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