Asset tracking in the oil and gas industry

The challenge:

On extensive onshore yards, in refineries, or when preparing for offshore campaigns, expensive special tools, pumps, generators, and testing devices are constantly on the move. High rental costs for unused equipment, time-consuming searches before deployment (especially during turnarounds), and the loss of critical tools lead to massive efficiency losses and project delays.

The solution with Bosch Track and Trace:

Every valuable or critical asset is equipped with a robust, intrinsically safe (ATEX/IECEx certified) tracker. A central platform can be used to determine the exact location of each device in real time. Geofencing zones automatically trigger alarms when equipment leaves an assigned area, and recording operating hours enables accurate billing and proactive maintenance planning.

Your benefit:

• Reduced rental and operating costs: optimize the utilization of your equipment and avoid unnecessary rental times.
• Minimized search times: make sure teams find the tools they need immediately and are ready for operation.
• Increased safety and compliance: prevent theft and ensure that only certified and maintained equipment is used.

The challenge:

The logistics chain for supplying offshore platforms is complex and error-prone. Missing or incorrect materials in an incoming offshore container — such as pipes, spools, or spare parts — can lead to extremely expensive plant downtime (rig downtime). The overview of the location and exact contents of thousands of containers in circulation between onshore base, vessel, and platform is quickly lost.

The solution with Bosch Track and Trace:

By tracking the containers themselves, the entire supply chain from sender to destination becomes visible end to end. Combined with digital packing lists, you know at all times which materials are located where. This enables just-in-time delivery and ensures that the right material is on board for planned work.

Your benefit:

• Avoid expensive rig downtime: ensure the availability of the right parts at the right time.
• Optimized inventory management: reduce the number of containers required and the capital tied up.
• End-to-end tracking: improve planning and coordination between all logistics partners.

The challenge:

Prefabricated process modules are key building blocks for the construction of large industrial plants. Transporting these valuable units to the final assembly site is particularly critical. Damage caused by improper handling — such as impacts or excessive inclination — as well as delays during transport can jeopardize the entire project schedule and result in high contractual penalties.

The solution with Bosch Track and Trace:

Sensors attached to the skids monitor not only the exact position, but also critical condition data such as shocks (shock events) and tilt angles. All project stakeholders (manufacturer, EPC, operator) have access to the real-time data and receive an immediate warning if thresholds are exceeded. This creates transparency and a clear assignment of responsibility.

Your benefit:

• Risk minimization in major projects: protect your most valuable assets during transport and installation.
• Compliance with project schedules: ensure transparency during transport and avoid unforeseen delays.
• Clear damage documentation: clarify liability issues quickly and easily thanks to tamper-proof data.

The challenge:

Companies in the oil and gas industry depend on a complex fleet of trucks, ships, and special vehicles to transport material, equipment, and personnel safely to often remote locations. Ensuring compliance with safety regulations, optimizing routes, and securing cargo are key challenges.

The solution with Bosch Track and Trace:

Our solution enables comprehensive fleet management. It allows near-real-time tracking of your vehicles and ships worldwide, route optimization, and monitoring of driving behavior to increase safety. Seamless documentation of the transport chain protects not only your assets, but also compliance with regulatory requirements.

Your benefit:

• Increased fleet efficiency: reduce fuel costs and optimize vehicle utilization.
• Increased safety for personnel and cargo: monitor compliance with routes and speed limits.
• Improved planning certainty: ensure reliable and on-time handling of your global logistics.