{"id":13528,"date":"2026-03-26T12:29:43","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T11:29:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tiepoint.no\/?p=13528"},"modified":"2026-04-13T16:24:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T14:24:54","slug":"the-froya-operation-2025-part-1-of-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tiepoint.no\/no\/the-froya-operation-2025-part-1-of-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Fr\u00f8ya-operasjonen 2025 - Del 1 av 2"},"content":{"rendered":"
Slik ble Norges st\u00f8rste droneaksjon gjennomf\u00f8rt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Det har n\u00e5 g\u00e5tt ett \u00e5r siden Norges st\u00f8rste droneoperasjon ble gjennomf\u00f8rt. Dette er en artikkelserie om Fr\u00f8ya-operasjonen, der Tiepoint var involvert. Denne artikkelen fokuserer p\u00e5 de operasjonelle aspektene ved aksjonen, mens neste artikkel tar for seg datainnsamlingen og betydningen av den.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Da oljeforurensning fra en offshoreplattform n\u00e5dde kysten av Tr\u00f8ndelag og Nordland vinteren 2025, utviklet hendelsen seg raskt til en av norgeshistoriens mest omfattende oljevernaksjoner i strandsonen. Det som begynte med isolerte observasjoner av oljeklumper langs strandlinjen p\u00e5 Fr\u00f8ya, eskalerte i l\u00f8pet av kort tid til en koordinert innsats over et stort geografisk omr\u00e5de.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operasjonen stilte store krav til operativ ledelse, logistikk og koordinering. Samtidig markerte den et tydelig skifte i hvordan droner brukes i oljevernaksjoner. Ubemannede flysystemer utviklet seg fra \u00e5 v\u00e6re et st\u00f8tteverkt\u00f8y til \u00e5 bli en integrert del av selve operasjonen, med direkte innflytelse p\u00e5 fremdrift, prioritering og ressursallokering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Hendelsen og den operative oppskaleringen<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Utslippet utenfor Fr\u00f8ya skyldtes en teknisk svikt i separatorsystemet, der alarmsystemene ikke ble aktivert som forutsatt. Resultatet var et utslipp av ca. 75 kubikkmeter r\u00e5olje. Over tid drev oljen i land og traff en kompleks kystlinje med store variasjoner i terreng, eksponering og tilgjengelighet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\nArtikkel fra NRK om oljeutslippshendelsen. Skjermdump: NRK<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
\nEn oljeklump som har skylt i land. Foto: Tiepoint<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Det som i utgangspunktet s\u00e5 ut til \u00e5 v\u00e6re en lokal hendelse, utviklet seg raskt til \u00e5 bli en regional utfordring. Det ble p\u00e5vist oljes\u00f8l langs en lang kyststrekning fra Tr\u00f8ndelag og nordover, og behovet for systematisk kartlegging og prioritering av innsats \u00f8kte tilsvarende.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oppskaleringen skjedde b\u00e5de i omfang og kompleksitet. Nye omr\u00e5der m\u00e5tte inkluderes fortl\u00f8pende, samtidig som eksisterende omr\u00e5der krevde detaljert oppf\u00f8lging. Operasjonen utviklet seg derfor fra \u00e5 v\u00e6re reaktiv til \u00e5 bli planlagt og strukturert, med et tydelig behov for koordinering p\u00e5 tvers av fagomr\u00e5der og geografiske soner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Etablering av dronekapasitet som en operativ funksjon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Etter hvert som behovet for oversikt og fremdrift \u00f8kte, ble det klart at dronekapasiteten m\u00e5tte organiseres som en dedikert operativ funksjon. Dette representerte en overgang fra isolerte dronebidrag til en strukturert enhet med dedikert ledelse, klart definerte roller og tildelte ansvarsomr\u00e5der.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Det ble etablert en egen droneorganisasjon med en koordinator og en operativ leder som fungerte som bindeledd til innsatsledelsen. P\u00e5 dette niv\u00e5et ble flere droneteam utplassert samtidig, hvert med klare roller og ansvar for definerte omr\u00e5der.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nPiloter som opererer droner fra et fart\u00f8y. Foto: Tor Solberg<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Oppskaleringen av personell skjedde parallelt med operasjonen. Antallet team \u00f8kte raskt, noe som gjorde det n\u00f8dvendig \u00e5 sikre b\u00e5de kompetanse og kapasitet. Kravene til personellet var sammensatte, og omfattet b\u00e5de luftfartskompetanse, maritim erfaring og operativ forst\u00e5else av oljevernberedskap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Samtidig m\u00e5tte bemanningen organiseres p\u00e5 en m\u00e5te som sikret kontinuitet og sikkerhet over tid. Skiftrotasjon, hvileperioder og arbeidsmilj\u00f8hensyn ble en integrert del av planleggingen og bidro til \u00e5 opprettholde en stabil drift gjennom en langvarig og intensiv innsats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Disse kravene, kombinert med antallet piloter som trengtes, resulterte i at flere piloter m\u00e5tte gjennomf\u00f8re praktiske STS-vurderinger og bli kjent med plattformen ved ankomst. Alle pilotene gjennomgikk oppl\u00e6ring i prosedyrer og HMS.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Operativ gjennomf\u00f8ring i et komplekst kystmilj\u00f8<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Droneoperasjonene ble gjennomf\u00f8rt i et krevende og sv\u00e6rt variert kystlandskap. Operasjonsomr\u00e5det besto av et stort antall \u00f8yer, holmer og skj\u00e6r, ofte med begrenset tilgjengelighet og utsatt beliggenhet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\nEn los stasjonert p\u00e5 en liten kyst\u00f8y. Foto: Tor Solberg<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Dette gjorde tradisjonell kartlegging ressurskrevende og til tider farlig. Droner ble derfor brukt til \u00e5 gjennomf\u00f8re systematiske s\u00f8k langs strandlinjer og i utilgjengelige omr\u00e5der, med h\u00f8y grad av presisjon og repeterbarhet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
H\u00f8yoppl\u00f8selige sensorer gjorde det mulig \u00e5 identifisere b\u00e5de tydelige og mer diffuse oljeforekomster. Samtidig gjorde fleksibiliteten i dronedriften det mulig \u00e5 justere flyh\u00f8yde, hastighet og s\u00f8kem\u00f8nster ut fra lokale forhold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
En viktig observasjon var hvordan operasjonen utviklet seg over tid. I den innledende fasen var s\u00f8ket bredt og utforskende, med fokus p\u00e5 \u00e5 fastsl\u00e5 omfanget av forurensningen. Etter hvert som kunnskapen \u00f8kte, ble innsatsen mer m\u00e5lrettet. Dette gjaldt b\u00e5de hvilke omr\u00e5der som ble prioritert, og hvordan s\u00f8ket ble gjennomf\u00f8rt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operasjonene ble i stor grad utf\u00f8rt uten direkte visuell siktlinje, noe som stilte krav til systemer for navigasjon, kontroll og sikkerhet. Samlet sett representerte dette en operasjonell utf\u00f8relse med h\u00f8y kompleksitet og behov for kontinuerlig tilpasning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Totalt ble det fl\u00f8yet 7 900 kilometer, fordelt p\u00e5 2150 flyvninger og 700 flytimer, som dekket en sv\u00e6rt lang kystlinje.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nEn bl\u00e5 polygon over omr\u00e5det dronene opererte i under operasjonen.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Luftromskoordinering og sikre operasjoner<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Med et \u00f8kende antall samtidige operasjoner ble luftromsstyring en kritisk faktor. Flere droner opererte parallelt, ofte i n\u00e6rheten av b\u00e5de sivil og milit\u00e6r luftaktivitet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For \u00e5 sikre trygge og forutsigbare operasjoner ble det etablert strukturer for luftromskoordinering. Dette inkluderte utstedelse av NOTAM-er for operative omr\u00e5der, daglig vurdering av luftromsaktiviteten og tett dialog med relevante myndigheter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Luftromsstyring var ikke bare et regulatorisk anliggende, men ble en integrert del av den operative planleggingen. Hver flyvning m\u00e5tte vurderes i sammenheng med annen aktivitet, og det ble etablert prosedyrer for kontinuerlig overv\u00e5king og kommunikasjon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alle operasjoner ble loggf\u00f8rt og gjennomg\u00e5tt i etterkant. Dette ga b\u00e5de dokumentasjon og grunnlag for l\u00e6ring, samtidig som det bidro til \u00e5 opprettholde et h\u00f8yt sikkerhetsniv\u00e5 under hele operasjonen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nKalenderen viser flylogger i gr\u00f8nt.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Teknisk og operativ logistikk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Logistikk ble raskt en avgj\u00f8rende faktor for \u00e5 lykkes med droneoperasjonene. Det var ikke nok \u00e5 ha tilgang til droner og personell, hele st\u00f8ttesystemet m\u00e5tte fungere kontinuerlig.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dette inkluderte innkvartering, batterih\u00e5ndtering, ladel\u00f8sninger, reservedeler og transport. I et operasjonsomr\u00e5de preget av lange avstander og begrenset infrastruktur ble dette raskt en kompleks oppgave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operasjoner fra fart\u00f8y stilte ytterligere krav. Det m\u00e5tte tas hensyn til stabilitet, dekksplass og forstyrrelser fra tekniske systemer om bord. V\u00e6r- og vindforhold p\u00e5virket b\u00e5de fremkommelighet og operasjonell kapasitet, noe som krevde kontinuerlig evaluering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Logistikk ble derfor en integrert del av den operative innsatsen snarere enn en st\u00f8ttefunksjon i bakgrunnen. Evnen til \u00e5 opprettholde tilgjengeligheten av utstyr og personell var avgj\u00f8rende for fremdriften i operasjonen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Samarbeid med andre akt\u00f8rer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEt lokalt brannvesen holder morgenm\u00f8te. Foto: Robert Holand<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
En viktig forutsetning for effektiv gjennomf\u00f8ring var et tett samarbeid mellom flere akt\u00f8rer. Droneoperasjonene var en del av et st\u00f8rre system der flere fagomr\u00e5der og organisasjoner jobbet parallelt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Samarbeidet med IUA, NOFO og den overordnede innsatsledelsen dannet grunnlaget for prioritering og allokering av ressurser. Samtidig var samspillet med SCAT-teamene i felt avgj\u00f8rende for \u00e5 omsette observasjoner til faktiske oppryddingstiltak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Droner bidro med \u00e5 identifisere og dokumentere funn, mens bakkemannskaper utf\u00f8rte den fysiske gjenfinningen. Denne arbeidsfordelingen gjorde det mulig \u00e5 utnytte ressursene mer effektivt og reduserte behovet for personell i utfordrende og utilgjengelige omr\u00e5der.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Over tid utviklet det seg en felles forst\u00e5else av roller, metoder og prioriteringer. Dette forbedret den operative flyten og \u00f8kte den generelle effektiviteten i innsatsen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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HMS og driftssikkerhet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Det reduserte behovet for fysisk tilstedev\u00e6relse hadde ogs\u00e5 en direkte innvirkning p\u00e5 sikkerheten. Operasjoner i strandsonen inneb\u00e6rer ofte forflytning i ulendt og eksponert terreng, med betydelig risiko for \u00e5 skli og skade seg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Ved \u00e5 flytte en st\u00f8rre del av kartleggingsarbeidet til droner ble denne risikoen redusert. Personellet kunne i st\u00f8rre grad operere p\u00e5 grunnlag av informasjon i stedet for \u00e5 m\u00e5tte opps\u00f8ke hvert omr\u00e5de fysisk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bedre situasjonsforst\u00e5else bidro ogs\u00e5 til tryggere operasjoner. N\u00e5r personellet visste hvor de skulle g\u00e5 og hva de kunne forvente, kunne oppgavene planlegges bedre og utf\u00f8res p\u00e5 en mer kontrollert m\u00e5te.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Milj\u00f8hensyn og sk\u00e5nsom drift<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Store deler av operasjonsomr\u00e5det besto av vernede og milj\u00f8sensitive soner. Milj\u00f8hensyn var derfor en viktig del av innsatsen, s\u00e6rlig med tanke p\u00e5 fugleliv og naturverninteresser. Tradisjonell ferdsel i slike omr\u00e5der kan f\u00f8re til un\u00f8dvendige forstyrrelser og milj\u00f8belastninger.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFeltene i r\u00f8dt markerer milj\u00f8vernsoner.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Bruken av droner gjorde det mulig \u00e5 kartlegge store omr\u00e5der uten fysiske inngrep. Dette reduserte p\u00e5virkningen p\u00e5 dyreliv og vegetasjon, samtidig som man fikk en omfattende oversikt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I tillegg gjorde raskere deteksjon det mulig \u00e5 gripe inn tidligere der det var behov for det. Dette bidro til \u00e5 begrense bevegelsene i f\u00f8lsomme omr\u00e5der og reduserte den samlede milj\u00f8p\u00e5virkningen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Fra st\u00f8tteverkt\u00f8y til operativ n\u00f8kkelressurs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBl\u00e5 linjer viser flytraseer fra flere droner.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Fr\u00f8ya-aksjonen illustrerer en tydelig utvikling i bruken av droneteknologi i oljevernberedskapen. Det som tradisjonelt har v\u00e6rt et supplement til manuelle metoder, ble en sentral del av operasjonen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Droner gjorde det mulig \u00e5 dekke store omr\u00e5der raskt, identifisere funn med h\u00f8y presisjon og dokumentere b\u00e5de forurensede og rene omr\u00e5der. Dette ga et bedre grunnlag for beslutningstaking og prioritering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Samtidig reduserte bruken av droner behovet for manuell kartlegging i felten, noe som \u00f8kte effektiviteten og samtidig forbedret sikkerheten for de ansatte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Konklusjon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Fr\u00f8ya-operasjonen representerer et viktig skritt i utviklingen av moderne oljevernberedskap. Gjennom en storstilt og kompleks operasjon demonstrerte den hvordan droner kan integreres som en operativ kapasitet ved siden av mer tradisjonelle ressurser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kombinasjonen av strukturert organisering, effektiv bruk av teknologi og tett koordinering gjorde det mulig \u00e5 h\u00e5ndtere en krevende hendelse over et stort geografisk omr\u00e5de.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Erfaringene fra operasjonen gir et solid grunnlag for videre utvikling av metodikk, organisasjon og teknologi i fremtidige responser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nOversikt over en liten landsby p\u00e5 Fr\u00f8ya. Foto: Mark Purnell<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
How Norway\u2019s largest drone operation was carried out It has now been one year since Norway\u2019s largest drone operation was conducted. This is an article series about the Fr\u00f8ya operation, in which Tiepoint was involved. This article focuses on the operational aspects of the response, while the next article will examine data collection and its […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":13529,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"\n
How Norway\u2019s largest drone operation was carried out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It has now been one year since Norway\u2019s largest drone operation was conducted. This is an article series about the Fr\u00f8ya operation, in which Tiepoint was involved. This article focuses on the operational aspects of the response, while the next article will examine data collection and its significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When oil contamination from an offshore platform reached the coastline of Tr\u00f8ndelag and Nordland in the winter of 2025, the incident quickly developed into one of the most extensive shoreline oil spill response operations in Norwegian history. What began as isolated observations of oil lumps along the shoreline on Fr\u00f8ya escalated within a short period into a coordinated effort across a large geographical area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The operation placed significant demands on operational leadership, logistics, and coordination. At the same time, it marked a clear shift in how drones are used in oil spill response. Unmanned aerial systems evolved from being a supporting tool to becoming an integrated part of the operation itself, directly influencing progress, prioritization, and resource allocation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The incident and operational scale-up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The spill off Fr\u00f8ya was caused by a technical failure in the separator system, where alarm systems did not activate as intended. The result was a release of approximately 75 cubic meters of crude oil. Over time, the oil drifted ashore, impacting a complex coastline with significant variation in terrain, exposure, and accessibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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What initially appeared to be a localized incident quickly developed into a regional challenge. Oillumps was detected along a long stretch of coastline from Tr\u00f8ndelag and northwards, and the need for systematic mapping and prioritization of efforts increased accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The scale-up occurred both in scope and complexity. New areas had to be included continuously, while existing areas required detailed follow-up. The operation therefore evolved from being reactive to becoming planned and structured, with a clear need for coordination across disciplines and geographical zones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Establishing drone capacity as an operational function<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As the need for overview and progress increased, it became clear that drone capacity had to be organized as a dedicated operational function. This represented a transition from isolated drone contributions to a structured unit with dedicated leadership, clearly defined roles, and assigned responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A dedicated drone organization was established, including a coordinator and an operational lead acting as the link to incident command. At this level, multiple drone teams were deployed simultaneously, each with clear roles and responsibility for defined areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The scaling of personnel took place in parallel with the operation. The number of teams increased rapidly, making it necessary to ensure both competence and capacity. Personnel requirements were complex, including aviation expertise, maritime experience, and operational understanding of oil spill response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the same time, staffing had to be organized in a way that ensured continuity and safety over time. Shift rotations, rest periods, and working environment considerations became an integral part of planning and contributed to maintaining stable operations throughout a prolonged and intensive effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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These requirements, combined with the number of pilots needed, resulted in several pilots completing practical STS assessments and platform familiarization upon arrival. All pilots underwent training in procedures and HSE.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Operational execution in a complex coastal environment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The drone operations were carried out in a demanding and highly varied coastal landscape. The operational area consisted of a large number of islands, islets, and skerries, often with limited accessibility and exposed locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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This made traditional mapping resource-intensive and, at times, hazardous. Drones were therefore used to conduct systematic searches along shorelines and in inaccessible areas, with a high degree of precision and repeatability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
High-resolution sensors enabled the identification of both distinct and more diffuse oil deposits. At the same time, the flexibility of drone operations allowed adjustments to flight altitude, speed, and search patterns based on local conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An important observation was how the operation evolved over time. In the initial phase, the search was broad and exploratory, focusing on determining the extent of contamination. As knowledge increased, the effort became more targeted. This applied both to the areas prioritized and to how the search was conducted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operations were largely carried out without direct visual line of sight, placing demands on systems for navigation, control, and safety. Overall, this represented an operational execution with high complexity and a need for continuous adaptation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In total, 7,900 kilometers were flown, across 2,150 flights and 700 flight hours, covering a highly extensive coastline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Airspace coordination and safe operations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
With an increasing number of simultaneous operations, airspace management became a critical factor. Multiple drones operated in parallel, often in proximity to both civilian and military air activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To ensure safe and predictable operations, structures for airspace coordination were established. This included the issuance of NOTAMs for operational areas, daily assessment of airspace activity, and close dialogue with relevant authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Airspace management was not only a regulatory matter but became an integral part of operational planning. Each flight had to be assessed in the context of other activity, and procedures were established for continuous monitoring and communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All operations were logged and reviewed afterwards. This provided both documentation and a basis for learning, while also contributing to maintaining a high level of safety throughout the operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Technical and operational logistics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Logistics quickly emerged as a decisive factor in the success of the drone operations. It was not sufficient to have access to drones and personnel; the entire supporting system had to function continuously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This included accommodation, battery management, charging solutions, spare parts, and transport. In an operational area characterized by long distances and limited infrastructure, this rapidly became a complex task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operations from vessels introduced additional requirements. Stability, deck space, and interference from onboard technical systems had to be considered. Weather and wind conditions affected both accessibility and operational capacity, requiring continuous evaluation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Logistics therefore became an integral part of the operational effort rather than a background support function. The ability to maintain availability of equipment and personnel was essential for the progress of the operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Collaboration with other actors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA local fire department hosting a morning brief. Photo: Robert Holand<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
A key prerequisite for effective execution was close collaboration between multiple actors. Drone operations formed part of a larger system in which several disciplines and organizations worked in parallel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cooperation with IUA, NOFO, and overall incident command formed the basis for prioritization and allocation of resources. At the same time, interaction with SCAT teams in the field was essential for translating observations into actual clean-up actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drones contributed by identifying and documenting findings, while ground crews carried out physical recovery. This division of labor enabled more efficient use of resources and reduced the need for personnel in challenging and inaccessible areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Over time, a shared understanding of roles, methods, and priorities developed. This improved operational flow and increased the overall effectiveness of the response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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HSE and operational safety<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The reduction in the need for physical presence also had a direct impact on safety. Shoreline operations often involve movement in rugged and exposed terrain, with a significant risk of slips and injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\nWebpage used for HSE during a oil spill incident.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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By shifting a larger portion of the mapping work to drones, this risk was reduced. Personnel could operate to a greater extent based on information rather than needing to physically access each area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Improved situational awareness also contributed to safer operations. When personnel knew where to go and what to expect, tasks could be better planned and executed in a more controlled manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Environmental considerations and low-impact operations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Large parts of the operational area consisted of protected and environmentally sensitive zones. Environmental considerations were therefore an important part of the response, particularly with regard to birdlife and conservation interests. Traditional access in such areas can lead to unnecessary disturbance and environmental stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFields in red marks environmental protection zones.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
The use of drones made it possible to survey large areas without physical intrusion. This reduced the impact on wildlife and vegetation while still providing a comprehensive overview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, faster detection enabled earlier intervention where needed. This helped limit movement in sensitive areas and reduced the overall environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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From support tool to operational key resource<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBlue lines show flight paths from multiple drones.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
The Fr\u00f8ya operation illustrates a clear development in the use of drone technology in oil spill response. What has traditionally been a supplement to manual methods became a central component of the operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drones made it possible to cover large areas quickly, identify findings with high precision, and document both contaminated and clean areas. This provided a stronger basis for decision-making and prioritization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the same time, the use of drones reduced the need for manual field mapping, increasing efficiency while improving safety for personnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Fr\u00f8ya operation represents an important step in the development of modern oil spill preparedness. Through a large-scale and complex operation, it demonstrated how drones can be integrated as an operational capability alongside more traditional resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The combination of structured organization, effective use of technology, and close coordination made it possible to manage a demanding incident across a large geographical area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The experience gained from the operation provides a solid foundation for further development of methodology, organization, and technology in future responses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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