Izomax has recently marked two important milestones, reflecting continued confidence in the AOGV and the role it plays in supporting maintenance and modification work on live systems.
Most recently, Izomax signed a global framework agreement with a global supermajor, formalising a relationship that already spans multiple continents. Over recent years, Izomax has successfully delivered projects for the operator across Asia Pacific, Africa, North America, and Europe. The agreement provides a framework for future collaboration as activity continues to grow across these regions.
In parallel, Izomax has also extended its frame agreement with the largest operator on the Norwegian Continental Shelf. With this renewal, Izomax now holds frame agreements with two of the three largest operators on the NCS.
Together, these agreements represent continued confidence in the AOGV and its ability to provide positive mechanical isolation on live systems without shutdowns, hot work, or permanent modifications to the process plant.
They also reflect a broader trend. This is the third time in three years that a major operator has entered into a long-term agreement with Izomax. With the latest award, Izomax now holds long-term agreements with three of the world’s five largest operators, with a fourth already in progress.
As activity continues to expand across both global and regional markets, these agreements provide a strong foundation for future collaboration and continued support of safe and efficient operations.
To learn more about how the AOGV is being used in the field, explore our case studies.
From customer visits and project activity to awareness initiatives and upcoming events, it’s been a busy period across the Izomax team.
In Rotterdam, we joined colleagues from across IK Group at the Aramco Technology Roadshow, where Business Developer Morten Sirevåg presented how the AOGV can increase reliability without shutdowns.
Across North America, activity continues both on site and in the office. Our new facilities in The Woodlands are taking shape while teams have been busy visiting customer sites, progressing projects, and preparing for upcoming work.
Back in Stavanger, May gave us plenty to celebrate. Across locations, teams marked the Norwegian National Day, while employees swapped workwear for football jerseys during Fotballtrøyefredag to help raise awareness for children and young people affected by cancer. The initiative came from employees and highlighted an important cause in a simple but visible way.
May concluded at Energistafetten, where the Izomax team represented both on and off the track. Together with our sister companies IK Topside, IK Subsea, and Norclamp, we sponsored Etappe 2 as part of IK Group, while our running team IZO-motion improved on last year’s result and proved the competitive spirit is still very much alive.
Also out in the field is Thyra, our pink AOGV. Created as part of an Izomax initiative to increase visibility around Pink Ribbon and breast cancer research within the industry, Thyra is currently supporting a major tie-in and isolation scope on a live gas system. Whenever Thyra is deployed, Izomax donates to the Pink Ribbon campaign on behalf of both Izomax and the client once the project is completed. Read more about the Thyra initiative here.
And there is more ahead.
Right now, Sales Manager Norway Gina Charlott Bergseteren is in Canada attending Valve World Americas together with SLB, working closely with Business Development Consultant Tarryl Hektner. You’ll find her at the SLB stand – A06.
Later this month, Sales Director Allan Martin will join Sales Manager Alex Follington at Valve World Asia, where Alex will present: Streamline Maintenance – Replace Valves without Shutdown.
Safe to say, there is plenty happening across regions, and plenty more ahead.
Want to get in touch with our team? Contact your local sales manager here.
Energistafetten is approaching, and once again the Izomax team will be joining colleagues across IK Group as we prepare for this year’s race.
Organised by Bedriftsidretten in Rogaland, Energistafetten brings together colleagues, friends, families, and teams from across the region for an evening centred around activity, teamwork, and community. The event has become a well-established tradition in Stavanger and reflects Bedriftsidretten’s wider mission of creating inclusive arenas for physical activity and social connection.
As part of IK Group, we are proud to sponsor Etappe 2 together with our sister companies IK Topside, IK Subsea, and Norclamp. If you’re tackling the climb towards Vålandstårnet, you’ll find us at the exchange zone cheering runners on and keeping energy levels up.
On the trail itself, our relay team, IZO-motion, is back in action and ready to take on the route, the competition, and whatever the Stavanger weather decides to deliver on race day.
Events like Energistafetten are a great reminder that teamwork happens both in and outside the workplace. Bringing together colleagues across companies, offices, and disciplines is part of what makes the event a yearly highlight.
Participating in Etappe 2 or looking for the IK Group exchange zone? Stop by and say hello 👋🏼 Expect music, water, medals, boller, and colleagues from across IK Group cheering runners on from the exchange zone.
March was a busy month for the Izomax team, with activity across multiple regions. From global events and site visits to technical sessions and internal alignment, the month brought teams together while maintaining a clear focus on supporting customers and strengthening how we work.
In Canada, Izomax attended the International Pressure Equipment Integrity Association (IPEIA) Conference and Exhibition in Calgary, a key meeting point for professionals working with inspection, integrity, and maintenance of pressure equipment.
Representing Izomax were Business Development Consultant Tarryl Hektner and Sales Director Allan Martin, exhibiting alongside Red Flame Industries. Throughout the event, the team engaged with operators and industry professionals, presenting how the AOGV enables safe mechanical isolation on live systems – supporting maintenance and repair work without shutdowns.
Energy Exchange Australia (EXA)
At the same time, the Izomax team was present at Energy Exchange Australia (EXA) in Perth, bringing together operators and suppliers from across the energy sector.
Sales Manager Alex Follington was joined by Customer Solutions Director Svein Tore Milwertz, Project Manager Stephanie Craig, and Rune Broadhurst from IK Topside. Over the course of the week, the team presented how the AOGV enables temporary mechanical isolation on operating systems, allowing maintenance and modifications to be carried out without hot work or production interruptions.
While in Australia, the team also carried out a site visit at one of the world’s largest alumina refineries, followed by a technical day with SLB the same week.
During EXA, Alex Follington also took part in an interview with Global Energy Network, where he explained how the AOGV enables temporary mechanical isolation on live systems, allowing maintenance to be carried out without shutdowns or hot work. Watch the full interview here:
This video was originally recorded and published by @GlobalEnergyNetworkGEN.
Technical day at Moreld Apply
Back in Norway, the AOGV was presented during a technical day at Moreld Apply. Sales Manager Gina Charlott Bergseteren attended alongside Project Manager Odd Magne Raugstad and Rune Broadhurst from IK Topside.
The team spent the day showcasing the technology in a more hands-on setting, reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new contacts.
With colleagues travelling in from across regions, the seminar focused on company direction, commercial priorities, pipeline development, and how teams collaborate across markets. It also provided time to align on internal processes and strengthen connections across the organisation.
Engineering session
The month concluded in the UK, where Sales Manager Lynne Lyon and Technical Sales Engineer Jakub Stefaniuk attended an engineering day with a major gas distribution network.
The session focused on showcasing the AOGV technology and exploring how Izomax can support future work, contributing to ongoing dialogue around maintenance and mechanical isolation on operating systems.
March brought a mix of events, site activity, and internal sessions, with the team present in Canada, Australia, Norway, the Netherlands, and the UK. From time spent with customers and partners to internal alignment across regions, the month reflected both the pace of ongoing work and the importance of staying connected as a global team.
Want to get in touch or learn more about how Izomax supports maintenance and modification work on live systems? Contact your regional sales manager here.
Last week, the Izomax sales team gathered in Amsterdam for our annual sales seminar in Amsterdam, bringing together colleagues from across our global regions.
Colleagues travelled in from across our global regions, including Norway, the UK, the US, Poland, Canada, and Australia, bringing together the full team for focused discussions on how we continue to strengthen our commercial efforts.
Throughout the week, the agenda covered key areas shaping our business. From leadership perspectives and company direction to financial status and commercial priorities, the sessions provided a clear view of where we stand today and where we are heading. We reviewed pipeline development, key opportunities, and strategic growth initiatives, alongside discussions on how we continue to improve the way we work.
A strong focus was placed on internal processes and collaboration. This included process mapping, sales support structures, and ongoing improvements to our CRM systems. We also explored the role of marketing in supporting commercial activities, and how closer alignment across teams helps strengthen both efficiency and impact.
In addition, sessions on value-added resellers and partnerships highlighted the importance of collaboration beyond our own organisation, and how these relationships contribute to delivering value to our customers.
While the agenda was full, the week also provided valuable time to connect as a team. Bringing together colleagues from different regions creates an opportunity to share perspectives, strengthen relationships, and ensure we move forward with a common understanding and direction.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the discussions and helped shape the outcomes of the seminar.
Want to get in touch or learn more about how Izomax supports maintenance and modification work on live systems? Connect with your regional sales manager here.
March is shaping up to be a busy month for the Izomax team. From 10–12 March, colleagues will be attending two industry events on opposite sides of the world, connecting with operators, engineers and integrity professionals across the energy sector.
Energy Exchange Australia (EXA) Perth, Australia
Next week, the Izomax team will be back at EXA, one of the region’s key meeting points for the offshore and energy industries.
Representing Izomax is Sales Manager Alex Follington, joined by Customer Solutions Director Svein Tore Milwertz, Project Manager Stephanie Craig and IK Topside colleague Rune Broadhurst. The team will be on Stand J26, as part of the Norwegian Pavilion.
EXA brings together operators, suppliers and service providers from across the industry to discuss technologies and solutions supporting safe and efficient operations. At the stand, the Izomax team will be sharing how the AOGV mechanical isolation system enables maintenance and modification work on live systems without shutdowns, hot work or disruption to production.
International Pressure Equipment Integrity Association (IPEIA) Calgary, Canada
At the same time, Izomax will also be at IPEIA in Calgary, one of the industry’s key meeting points for professionals working with inspection, integrity and reliability of pressure equipment.
Representing Izomax is Business Development Consultant Tarryl Hektner, joined by newly appointed Sales Director Allan Martin. Visitors will find the team on Level 1, Stand 21, next to Red Flame Industries.
IPEIA brings together operators, engineers and integrity specialists from across the energy and process industries to share knowledge and discuss practical approaches to inspection, maintenance and reliability of critical equipment. At the stand, visitors can learn more how the AOGV enables safe mechanical isolation on live systems, supporting repair and maintenance work without shutting down operations.
Meet the Izomax team
If you are attending either event, the Izomax team welcomes the opportunity to connect and discuss how the AOGV can support maintenance and repair work on operating systems.
Stop by one of our stands, or get in touch with the Izomax team here.
From Norway to Turkey, from Qatar to the UAE, and across to the United States, 2026 has already set a fast pace for Izomax.
The year began on home turf in Stavanger with the completion of Izomax Risk Management training, marking the introduction of our newly published Risk Management Framework and Risk Register. The session brought together colleagues from Technical, Projects, Sales and the Workshop, reinforcing how structured risk management supports better decision-making across our operations. Additional sessions are planned as part of a wider rollout.
January wrapped up with the women of IK Group attending Hockey & Heels in support of the children’s ward at the new Stavanger University Hospital. The event combined a strong cause with an opportunity to connect across teams and organisations.
Shortly after, Izomax completed its first operation in Turkey. What began as a threaded spade installation developed into a high-temperature hydrogen scope at 450°C, with limited time and no prior survey. In close collaboration with the client, the team adapted to the conditions on site and delivered the operation within the required timeframe.
February took Izomax to LNG2026 in Qatar, where Business Developer Morten Sirevåg and Customer Solutions Director Svein Tore Milwertz represented the company at one of the LNG industry’s key meeting points. This was followed by the Reliability Middle East Conference in the UAE, in partnership with SLB. At the conference, Morten Sirevåg presented how reliability can be increased without plant shutdown.
Across the Atlantic, VP Rune Sele and US Sales Representative Jerome Moorehead attended a workshop at Chevron’s Pascagoula Refinery. The session focused on how the AOGV can reduce 7–9 days of LPO by enabling isolation without shutdown.
The same week concluded with Izomax’s first webinar of the year, where Sales Manager Lynne Lyon presented how mechanical isolation using the AOGV can support maintenance and modification work while systems remain in operation.
It has been a strong start to 2026, with activity across operations, conferences, workshops, and digital engagement – and more to come.
To connect with the Izomax team and learn how the AOGV enables safe maintenance and tie-ins without shutdown, hot work, or downtime, contact your regional sales manager.
This January, Izomax mobilised for a threaded spade installation under conditions that quickly proved to be more demanding than initially expected.
Once preparations began on site, the full extent of the challenge became clear. The line to be isolated carried a 90% hydrogen medium at 450°C, and just above the flange location, a major crack in the pipe was discovered. The finding significantly increased the complexity of the operation and required an immediate reassessment.
Compounding the technical challenge were tight project constraints. The timeline from project award to execution was less than one month. This was a new client, the first operation in a new country, with no prior survey completed, and only a five-day window on site available for execution. With these factors combined, the margin for error was effectively zero.
Image: An 03inch CL300 AOGV was used for this operation. See our full fleet here.
As conditions changed, the plans had to change with them. Working closely with the client, the Izomax team adapted to the condition on site and developed a revised solution under time pressure, with safety and execution remaining the top priorities throughout.
Despite the demanding conditions, the operation was completed successfully and within the required timeframe.
This is just one of many successful operations delivered by the Izomax team. Explore our Projects and Case Studies to see how the AOGV has been applied across different systems and conditions worldwide.
Avoiding total plant shutdowns is a challenge many operators face – and one Izomax works with every day.
On 10 February 2026, Izomax will take part in the Tech Case Studies webinar, Avoiding total plant shutdowns, alongside STATS Group and Valvetight. The webinar is organised by TechnologyCatalogue.com and forms part of the Tech Case Studies series.
The session will focus on practical isolation technologies, supported by real-world case studies and experience from live operations. The aim is to share proven approaches that help operators plan and execute maintenance and modification work while keeping systems in operation.
Representing Izomax, Lynne Lyon, Sales Manager, will present how mechanical isolation using the AOGV can support maintenance and modification activities without shutting down the plant, while maintaining system integrity
The webinar will conclude with a live Q&A, giving participants the opportunity to ask questions directly to the technology providers and discuss specific challenges from the field
Webinar details Tuesday, 10 February 2026 10:00 AM CEST Duration: 60 minutes Live Q&A included
As 2025 comes to an end, we look back on a year filled with new colleagues, busy project schedules, packed event calendars, and the occasional Mission Impossible moment. This Izomax 2025 review reflects a year worth talking about. Here’s the short version.
We started the year by moving into our new dedicated headquarters at Lagerveien 17 in Forus, Stavanger. The official opening brought together clients, suppliers and partners, and Stavanger Mayor Tormod Wilson Losnedal performed the opening ceremony.
As the year progressed, we welcomed 20 new colleagues across our global offices, strengthening teams in Sales, Engineering, QHSE and Logistics. We also expanded our engineering capabilities through the acquisition of IK Engineering, now operating as Izomax Engineering, with the team in Gdańsk supporting projects and growth across our global operations.
Operationally, 2025 was a busy one. We introduced 13 new tools into the AOGV fleet and completed 79 isolations across APAC, the Americas, Europe and Africa. The work spanned a wide range of systems, locations and operating conditions, reflecting the growing demand for shutdown-free mechanical isolation.
The year also kept us on the road. The Izomax team attended 21 events and conferences across five continents, meeting operators, partners and industry peers. From Banff to Brazil, and from Offshore Europe to ADIPEC, these events gave us the opportunity to share experiences, discuss challenges, and stay close to the markets we work in.
Reflecting on 2025 also brings perspective. What started as an idea and a five-person department in 2017 has continued to develop into a growing global company. In May, Izomax was awarded yet another multi-country MSA with one of the world’s largest energy companies, reinforcing the trust placed in the AOGV and the teams delivering it across regions.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey this year – colleagues, customers, suppliers and partners. Together, we’ll continue to redefine what’s possible in 2026.
