Well integrity and decommissioning specialist Unity has expanded into the Asia Pacific region after securing its first major contract through a partnership with Malaysia-based Reservoir Link.

The companies will jointly deliver a three-well rigless intervention programme for a major international offshore operator in Malaysia, supporting Unity’s growth strategy in the region.

Unity will deploy its proprietary Surface Intervention System (SIS), a lightweight solution designed for wellhead integrity repairs, production restoration and early-stage plug and abandonment preparation without requiring traditional intervention equipment.

 The technology has been used in more than 20 deployments since 2016.

Reservoir Link, founded in 2008, brings local operational expertise, regulatory knowledge and regional industry relationships to support the deployment.

The partnership combines Unity’s North Sea well integrity experience with Reservoir Link’s Southeast Asian market capabilities.

Stuart Slater, Region Manager Asia Pacific at Unity, said: “The constraints operators face across South-East Asia are ones we have been solving in the North Sea and Denmark with SIS for more than a decade. It was developed for conditions such as small platforms, limited crane capacity, ageing wellheads and tight personnel-on-board restrictions. By removing the need for a support vessel entirely, it delivers significant cost savings.”

Slater added: "Our partnership with Reservoir Link marks the start of a new chapter for well intervention in South East Asia. Together, we bring complementary strengths to the region such as in-country presence, locally based equipment and a shared commitment to helping operators keep decommissioning on track. We look forward to delivering our first campaign together."

Dato’ Wan Jamil, Group Chief Executive Officer / Managing Director of Reservoir Link, said: “We are pleased to partner with Unity in introducing its proven Surface Intervention System (SIS) technology to the Malaysian market. As operators increasingly seek safe, efficient and cost-effective solutions to address ageing well infrastructure and future decommissioning requirements, this collaboration combines Unity's innovative technology with Reservoir Link's local execution capabilities and established customer relationships.

Jamil added: “Malaysia represents a significant opportunity for rigless well intervention and plug and abandonment activities, where mature assets continue to drive demand for specialised services. Together, we are well-positioned to support operators in extending asset life, improving operational efficiency and advancing responsible decommissioning initiatives across the region.” -OGN/TradeArabia News Service