Dvalin gas field : Wintershall Dea resumes production, boosts Europe’s energy supply

Wintershall Dea, in partnership with Petoro and Sval Energi, has restarted production from the Dvalin gas field in the Norwegian Sea, promising to add significant new gas volumes to the European market. Initially launched in 2020 but temporarily halted due to mercury levels, the Dvalin gas field is back online after installing mercury removal units at onshore plants in Nyhamna and Tjeldbergodden. The resumed operations are projected to substantially reinforce Norway’s role as Europe’s primary gas supplier.

According to Wintershall Dea, once Dvalin reaches its peak production, the field is estimated to provide enough energy to heat over two million households. “We’re aware that European demand for gas spikes in winter. Norway is poised to be the go-to supplier, and we’re pleased that Dvalin will significantly contribute to Europe’s energy security,” said Wintershall Dea Chief Operating Officer Dawn Summers. The resumption aligns with Europe’s quest for stable, long-term natural gas sources, thereby bolstering energy security across the continent.

Situated about 15km northwest of the Heidrun platform, the Dvalin gas field employs a single subsea template that encompasses four production wells. This makes it Wintershall Dea’s fourth operated subsea project in Norway, joining the ranks of Maria, Nova, and Vega. The company indicated that the operational lifespan of Dvalin, along with the inclusion of the upcoming Dvalin North field, extends through 2038.

Dvalin North, expected to be operational by late 2026, is currently under development as a tie-back to the Heidrun platform via the Dvalin field. Wintershall Dea holds a majority stake of 55% in the Dvalin gas field, while partners Petoro and Sval Energi hold 35% and 10% stakes, respectively.