TotalEnergies EP Danmark, a subsidiary of the French energy major TotalEnergies, has announced another delay in achieving plateau production at its natural gas redevelopment project in the Danish sector of the North Sea. The Tyra redevelopment project, operated by BlueNord in partnership with TotalEnergies, has faced setbacks due to unfavorable weather conditions and minor operational challenges. The new timeline now targets February for reaching full production capacity.

This marks the latest in a series of adjustments to the project’s schedule. Initially, TotalEnergies anticipated achieving plateau production by mid-January. This was later revised to January 31, 2025, before the most recent update shifted the milestone further to February. Once operational, the redevelopment is expected to deliver an impressive output of 5.7 million cubic meters of natural gas daily, alongside 22,000 barrels of condensate per day.

The Tyra field, Denmark's largest natural gas field, is operated by TotalEnergies on behalf of the Danish Underground Consortium (DUC), which consists of TotalEnergies (43.2%), BlueNord (36.8%), and Nordsøfonden (20%). The redevelopment project was necessitated by the natural subsidence of the chalk reservoir, which had been in continuous production since its commencement in 1984. Over the years, subsidence caused the platform to sink, impacting operational efficiency and safety, prompting an extensive overhaul to restore and enhance production capabilities.

Production at the Tyra field was halted in September 2019 to allow for comprehensive redevelopment work, which included decommissioning outdated infrastructure, replacing key components, and modernizing the platform to meet current industry and environmental standards. Operations resumed in March 2024, more than four-and-a-half years later, with the goal of achieving full production capacity as soon as possible.

A key feature of the redevelopment project is its focus on sustainability. The project partners aim to achieve a 30% reduction in CO2 emissions, aligning with Denmark's and TotalEnergies’ broader commitments to reducing environmental impact. The upgraded infrastructure is designed to enhance operational efficiency while contributing to the country's decarbonization goals and energy security.

Despite the setbacks, the Tyra redevelopment remains a critical project for Denmark’s energy sector. It represents a cornerstone of the nation’s natural gas supply, ensuring energy security and reducing reliance on imports. The production of low-emission natural gas and condensate is expected to play a vital role in meeting the region's energy demands while supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources.

With February now marked as the revised timeline, TotalEnergies and its partners remain focused on overcoming current challenges to deliver on the project’s full potential. Stakeholders and industry observers will continue to monitor progress closely as the team works to bring this ambitious project to fruition.