From a vast range of oil and gas services through to environmental management solutions, Aberdeenshire-based MSIS has grown significantly offering an increasing range of specialist skills, equipment and services

UK-based MSIS recently showcased the latest technology and techniques that help protect the environment in an efficient and cost-effective way.

Around 100 oil and gas professionals descended on Inverurie in Aberdeenshire, Scotland for an open day organised by MSIS to find out how new innovations in specialist cleaning, decontamination and waste management need not cost the earth.

Ian McPherson, managing director of MSIS says: “As companies look for ways to cut costs, they know that they cannot afford to cut corners when it comes to cleaning up behind them and protecting the environment. They therefore need to ensure they have the most effective and efficient techniques and products.

“Minimising environmental impact is at the forefront of everything we do. We are constantly looking for ways to deliver the optimum solution and deliver value. We have developed a range of specialist services, from waste management to environmental liability studies. Our expert team was on hand at the open day to demonstrate how MSIS can deliver a highly efficient, cost-effective service.”

MSIS displayed its range of specialist cleaning and waste management products and environmental management solutions including Dry Ice blasting, CCTV inspection, Norm Decontamination Units and Premier Transfer Systems (PTS).

Earlier this year, MSIS invested in a new industrial Wash Bay, which was unveiled at the open day. Using water jetting techniques, the wash bay provides a safe and controlled environment to remove all types of substances and coatings common to the oil and gas industry.

OILFIELD SERVICES

MSIS provides environmental services and equipment for the oil and gas sector. “Our pride and association with this dynamic industry drives us to continually evolve and develop our service to ensure we maintain our position as the first choice solutions provider,” the company says in a release.

“Our unique methodology fuses best practice drawn directly from each area of our business, ensuring we position ourselves at the forefront of the industry. MSIS has a proven track record of safety and efficiency in high profile projects over the last 15 years. We combine innovation, safety, training and market leading equipment to create a tailor-made service solution for every client.

“By nurturing long-term relationships, we enable our clients to deliver their environmental legislative compliance needs, whilst improving performance and waste efficiency. This allows them to meet and often exceed their legal requirements, whilst refining efficiencies and reducing cost,” it adds.

WASTE MANAGEMENT

MSIS understands that waste management legislation and guidelines are putting an increased pressure on companies to become more environmentally compliant. Managing waste levels offshore to increase the cost effectiveness of projects, its dedicated Waste Management team, with an extensive experience in waste management and disposal, provide specialist treatment and transferral of waste from offshore environments.  Using its innovative Premier Transfer System (PTS), waste can be efficiently transferred from depths of up to 55 m, into skips ready for shipment to shore.

Its high calibre, experienced personnel are trained to the highest standards in waste management and safety, and are committed to ensure work is completed in compliance with industry standards and legislation, leaving the client with a cost effective, environmentally responsible, waste management solution to overcome their management of hazardous waste. 

With its comprehensive portfolio of services and capabilities, MSIS can help businesses meet its environmental obligations.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

Achieve environmental legislative compliance and avoid legal penalties;
Improve environmental performance and waste efficiency;
Improve process efficiencies and reduce costs;
Build confidence in your business by demonstrating company reliability;
24 hour Emergency Rescue Team (ERT);
Bulk liquid treatment;
Drummed and packed hazardous waste disposal (LSA waste disposal);
Sampling and analysis; and
Equipment for waste transfer.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

As environmental awareness and legislative requirements increase throughout the offshore industry, companies working within the offshore sector are finding it increasingly difficult to maintain and improve their environmental performance. MSIS says its Environmental Management services can support clients in identifying and resolving environmental problems and requirements through the development, implementation and maintenance of an ISO 14001:2004 accredited Environmental Management System (EMS), which can be directly integrated into the interface of the client’s existing management system, or can be established as a separate stand-alone system.

MSIS also delivers client specific EMS Awareness Training, which can be delivered either at MSIS facilities, or on-site at a client’s facility.  Its EMS Awareness Training is designed to provide personnel of all levels with a thorough understanding of the EMS system requirements, as well as the environmental issues facing the business. 

Legislative compliance throughout the duration of a project can be managed through the completion of an Environmental Liability Study, which can be carried out by fully trained and qualified MSIS personnel, allowing the client to avoid legal penalties and improve process efficiencies.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

Improved environmental performance and waste efficiencies;
Improved process efficiencies and reduction of costs;
Management of legislative compliance to avoid legal penalties;
In-house EMS awareness training;
Specialist waste management solutions; and
Oil spill contingency planning.

OIL SPILL RESPONSE

With over 10 years’ industry experience in providing clients with fast and effective oil spill response services, MSIS has the knowledge and experience to deal with oil spill situations where the environment has been placed at risk. 

MSIS’ says its dedicated Incident Managers ensure all procedures are completed in accordance with applicable hazardous waste regulations, and support the client through the audit process, advising of the most effective treatment or disposal option. Its qualified Environmental Consultants will complete a full situational analysis of the job in hand prior to clean-up, transfer and disposal of the hazardous waste materials. In addition, it provides clients with a bespoke oil spill kit, which eradicates the need for men on board.

In offshore situations, MSIS provides clients with an all-inclusive Oil Spill Response Kit.  This kit allows the client to easily manage any offshore oil spill situation should it arise, and includes the following equipment:

Incident control units; Full PPE and emergency equipment; Vacuum tankers; Chemical dispersants; Jetting wash-down equipment; Spill kits; Portable booms; Soak up mats and granules; Drain covers; Offshore clean-up equipment and Excavation and reinstatement.

With a strong commitment to providing the highest levels of health and safety within the offshore industry, combined with our dedicated Incident Managers, Environmental Consultants, and the utilisation of its 24/7 oil spill response services, MSIS can provide assurance and peace of mind while companies continue to attend to the day-to-day running of your business.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

24/7 emergency oil spill response service;
Large stocks of sorbent materials;
Bespoke oil spill kits;
Consultancy services;
Oil spill contingency plans;
Pollution risk assessments;
Oil spill response training by qualified personnel; and
No men offshore.

WASTE TRANSFER SOLUTIONS

With access to the latest, market leading industrial cleaning equipment, MSIS provides a range of proven waste transfer and pumping solutions to the offshore market.

Its high power, compact and environmentally friendly kit enables us to complete safe uplift and transportation of sludge and solid waste materials from some of the most challenging offshore environments, in addition to; FPSO deep tank cleaning, separator cleaning and general rig cleaning services. 

Its Waste Management Team is trained to the highest standards in waste management and safety, and is committed to ensuring work is completed in compliance with industry standards and legislation, leaving the client with a cost effective, environmentally responsible, waste transfer solution.

Electric or engine powered, our proven technologies dramatically increase productivity and significantly reduce downtime, whilst creating minimal demand on site resources. Using our innovative Premier Transfer System (PTS), waste can be efficiently transferred from depths of up to 55m, into skips ready for shipment to shore, as well as reducing the need for confined space entry and therefore minimising the health and safety risks to personnel on board.

With its comprehensive portfolio of services and capabilities, MSIS helps companies overcome its waste transfer and pumping problems.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Highly trained and experienced personnel;
• Comprehensive range of electric or engine driven machines;
• MSIS premier transfer system;
Sludge and solids transfer;*
FPSO deep tank cleaning;
General rig cleaning; and
Separator cleaning.

Since its launch in 1998, MSIS has grown significantly, offering an increasing range of specialist skills, equipment and services. From a vast range of oil and gas services through to environmental management solutions, its team will set to work to deliver the right tailored solutions for its clients.