Equinor's AI Revolution: USD 130 Million Saved in 2025

Equinor, one of the world's leading energy companies, has reported a significant milestone in its adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), saving USD 130 million in 2025 alone. This achievement underscores the transformative impact of AI on the energy sector, as Equinor leverages advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and drive sustainability.

The savings were realized through the implementation of AI solutions across various aspects of Equinor's operations, including predictive maintenance, well planning, and seismic data interpretation. These innovations have not only improved safety and stability but also contributed to a reduction in CO2 emissions, aligning with Equinor's commitment to sustainable energy production.

AI in Predictive Maintenance

One of the key areas where AI has made a substantial difference is predictive maintenance. By monitoring over 700 rotating machines equipped with 24,000 sensors across all facilities, Equinor has been able to predict failures and maintenance needs with unprecedented accuracy. This proactive approach has prevented sudden shutdowns, which can lead to flaring and increased CO2 emissions. The value created from this initiative alone amounts to USD 120 million since 2020.

Seismic Data Interpretation and Well Planning

AI has also revolutionized the way Equinor interprets seismic data and plans wells. The company's AI-driven tools have increased interpretation capacity tenfold, allowing for the analysis of vast amounts of data quickly and efficiently. In 2025, AI was used to interpret 700,000 square kilometers of seismic data, providing a deeper understanding of the Norwegian continental shelf and aiding in the discovery of new resources. Additionally, AI-driven planning of wells and field development has generated thousands of alternatives, enabling experts to focus on the most viable proposals. In the Johan Sverdrup phase 3 project, AI identified a solution that saved the partnership USD 12 million.

Hege Skryseth, Executive Vice President for Technology, Digital, and Innovation at Equinor, highlighted the importance of AI in the company's operations. "AI is a central part of our operations," Skryseth said. "Moving forward, AI will become even more important for solving industrial tasks safely, faster, more profitably, and at scale. With AI, we can analyze seismic data ten times faster, plan wells and field development in new and better ways, and operate our facilities more efficiently."

Equinor's success with AI is part of a broader trend in the energy sector, where companies are increasingly turning to advanced technologies to optimize operations and meet sustainability goals. As the industry continues to evolve, AI is expected to play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy production and consumption.