Rapp Bomek has entered into a significant framework agreement with Equinor for the maintenance of safety doors on the Norwegian continental shelf and onshore facilities. The agreement has a duration of four years, with the possibility of extension for an additional two plus two years. This represents a strategic milestone for Rapp Bomek and strengthens the company’s position as a leading provider of safety solutions to the energy sector.

​The scope of the agreement includes inspection, maintenance, and upgrades of Rapp Bomek’s advanced fire doors and other safety products installed at Equinor-operated facilities. These doors play a critical role in protecting personnel and infrastructure, both offshore and onshore, ensuring high levels of safety and operational efficiency.

"We are very proud to enter into this framework agreement with Equinor, which recognizes our expertise and the quality of our products. The agreement provides a unique opportunity to further develop our collaboration with Equinor and strengthens our presence in both the Norwegian and international markets," says Kurt Kristoffersen, CEO of Rapp Bomek.

The grid is a modular system designed for securing and sectioning off specific areas in existing buildings. It can be easily adapted to fit the existing structure and is easy to install. Additionally, the grid can be disassembled, expanded with new modules, and reassembled to meet changing needs. The system has been tested according to NS-EN 1627 and meets the requirements for RC4 security level.

“This product is particularly well-suited for data processing and data-storage facilities where there is a need for cabling and ventilation,” says Eivind Seljenes Pedersen, R&D Manager at Rapp Bomek. He finds the development project and the goal of achieving the right performance with easy installation to be an exciting project.

Rapp Bomek has secured a strategically important contract with Aker Solutions for the delivery and installation of doors for the Draugen Power from Shore.
This project is related to the electrification of the Draugen oil and gas field off the coast of Kristiansund. The operator is OKEA ASA, and Aker Solutions is responsible for the development.
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"We are very pleased to have been entrusted with this important project related to the electrification of the Norwegian continental shelf," says Steinar Nordheim, Sales Manager for Energy at Rapp Bomek.

Draugen is located in the southern part of the Norwegian Sea with 250 meters depth. The field is developed with a fixed concrete installation with an integrated deck, and it has both platform and subsea wells. Production started in 1993.

Rapp Bomek will supply 75 high-security doors and gates, as well as 100 lighter fire doors, to a new transformer station in Børdalen, Samnanger, and a compensator station in Fitjar. The facilities are unmanned and will house power supply equipment. The contract is valued at around 30 million NOK and is signed with Skanska Anlegg, which will handle the construction work.

"We are very pleased to secure such an important contract where the need for security is essential due to the purpose of the facilities," says Erik Forsaa, head of the Security division at Rapp Bomek.

"Rapp Bomek provided the best offer in terms of products and installation based on the requirements, standards, and performance we need to deliver. They also contributed significantly during the preliminary work to find the right security solutions for the facilities," says Stian Pettersen, procurement manager at Skanska.

In an era characterized by ever-increasing threats and vulnerabilities, securing critical infrastructure is becoming increasingly important. Among the most crucial parts of our common infrastructure are water supply systems. Secure and safe water supply is defined as a fundamental national function (GNF) in the security law, and it is therefore crucial how waterworks assess the threat landscape and how they are secured. Rapp Bomek believes Vestfold Vann is a player that leads the way in terms of how assets can be secured.

"It is exciting and interesting for Rapp Bomek to be able to contribute with security products to waterworks. We have delivered security products - doors/grids to several central waterworks," says Erik Forsaa.
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Waterworks play a crucial role in delivering safe and reliable drinking water to millions of people. They constitute an essential part of the critical infrastructure that our society depends on to function properly.

"However, these facilities are often vulnerable to various threats, including sabotage, cyber attacks, and natural disasters. Therefore, it is of great importance to strengthen the security around these facilities to protect public health and ensure societal continuity," continues Erik Forsaa, head of the Security segment at Rapp Bomek.

Leif Riis, who contributes to the development of 'Guidance for securing water supply facilities and against deliberate unwanted actions' for Norwegian Water, emphasizes the importance of using security products that are certified and approved according to international standards for intrusion security.

Rapp Bomek is a leading player in securing critical infrastructure, and the products are known for their high quality and reliability.

Center for High North Logistics, Kunnskapsparken Bodø, Rapp Bomek, Bodø municipality, and Exercise North welcome you to the forum for valuation and physical security:
Nord University, Bodø campus, April 22, 2024, at 09:00
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Welcome to the meeting place for business, government, and academia for all those focused on safe and predictable operations in turbulent times. This year's forum is the first in what will be an annual event for all those concerned with physical security and business valuation in Norway.
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A series of events in recent years show that all types of critical infrastructure in Norway have obvious vulnerabilities both in relation to attacks from hostile actors and natural disasters. Northern Norway has a particularly vulnerable position, emphasized in the report of the Total Defense Commission.
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Program:
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Session 1 - General about security work
9:00 - Formal opening of the seminar by the Mayor of Bodø, Odd Emil Ingebrigtsen
9:10 - Geopolitical overview for security by Ola Kaldager
9:40 - Municipal security work by Ronny Langfjord
10:00 - Break
10:15 - Establishment of security work at SMB - an introduction by Øyvind Friskilä
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11:00 - Lunch
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Session 2 - Thematic areas of security work
11:30 - Value and risk in relation to Norwegian infrastructure by NSM/Christopher McCabe, Unit Manager
11:50 - Cybersecurity by Finnmark Police District, Lars Blix Olsen
12:10 - Infrastructure - physical security by Kurt Kristoffersen, CEO Rapp Bomek
12:25 - Break
12:40 - Supply security - Experiences with closed ore railway by LKAB Norway, CEO Marit Waleniussen
13:00 - Physical security - Security during operations in the Barents Sea by BASOP security leader, Tor Greger Hansen
13:20 - Break
13:30 - Critical infrastructure: mutual expectations and obligations going forward by Minister of Defense, Bjørn Arild Gram
13:45 - Security and robustness - when everything must work, all the time. Telenor must always be one step ahead. How do we do it? by Telenor Norway, CEO Birgitte Engebretsen
14:05 - Break
14:20 - Workshop - Vulnerability by NSM/McCabe
15:00 - Workshop - Measures by NSM/McCabe
Summary of workshop
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15:45-16:00 - Conclusion

Rapp Bomek receives major contract for door delivery for the Snøhvit Future project at Melkøya. 

Rapp Bomek has supplied around ten thousand fire doors for installations in Norway and internationally. In recent years, Rapp Bomek has also established itself as a reliable supplier to critical infrastructure with its portfolio of security doors with the highest performance in safety, fire, bullet resistance, explosion, and other additional features.

The delivery from Rapp Bomek
Rapp Bomek, a world-leading provider of tailored security solutions, has today been awarded a significant contract for door delivery to the prestigious Snøhvit Future project at Melkøya. The contract involves substantial deliveries of doors with tough requirements for fire and security performance. These are to be installed on various units associated with the Snøhvit Future project. Rapp Bomek will deliver customized doors that meet very strict requirements for safety, durability, and technologically advanced features. The contract entails the delivery of approximately 120 doors of significant value.

"We are excited to have been awarded this contract for the Snøhvit Future project. This underscores Rapp Bomek's position as a reliable partner for industry-leading projects. Our expertise in security solutions will contribute to meeting the project's needs and ensuring safety and reliability," says Kurt Kristoffersen, CEO of Rapp Bomek.

"Rapp Bomek provided the most comprehensive and solid offer, giving us the greatest confidence in delivery for this project," says Niels Qvigstad at Aibel AS.

Production will commence immediately, and deliveries are scheduled to start promptly. This contract underscores Rapp Bomek's dedication to delivering top-quality products and strengthens the company's position as a leading supplier within the oil and gas industry.

Snøhvit Future
The Snøhvit Future project represents a milestone in the electrification of production, and Rapp Bomek is proud to be chosen as the main supplier of advanced door solutions for this innovation-driven project. The Snøhvit Future project includes onshore compression and electrification of the Hammerfest LNG plant at Melkøya, operated by Equinor. The project ensures continued gas exports and jobs in Northern Norway while cutting greenhouse gas emissions.

Developing new industry in the North
"For Rapp Bomek, this is a very important project, and we see that our expertise in Offshore and Critical Infrastructure is being utilized. Being trusted in this project helps secure further growth and development for Rapp Bomek in the coming years, and it entails more industrial jobs in Bodø," says Kurt Kristoffersen.

After nearly two years of development, Rapp Bomek has completed and passed intrusion and fire tests for the RC6 high-security door. They are now launching the new RC6 with EI2120 fire performance.

The security class RC6 is the highest classification in European and Norwegian standards for doors. It has undergone highly demanding test environments and methods during this period.

"The door is designed to protect objects of extra-central importance within defense facilities, critical infrastructure, and public administration. Our extensive experience and skilled development environment in security and fire products have been crucial for the success of the project," says CEO Kurt Kristoffersen.

R&D Manager Eivind Seljenes Pedersen states that it has been challenging but exciting, expressing satisfaction with landing a unique security product.

"It's always exciting when new products enter the test laboratories. Even though we have tried to anticipate everything, there are usually surprises. The RC6 door stood well over 120 minutes in the fire test, allowing us to scale this up to very large sizes," adds Eivind.

This is just a continuation of our commitment to security that Rapp has played a significant part in. We look forward to expanding the product line with even more advanced features, including explosion protection, bullet resistance, and EMS security.

"We are very pleased with the results! It stands as a solid proof of our expertise and commitment within the team. Rapp Bomek has a skilled team that truly understands their field and delivers more than expected. Having our headquarters in Bodø and being able to deliver highly classified products both domestically and internationally is an achievement we are very proud of," states Kurt Kristoffersen, CEO.

Rapp Bomek is back in the maritime market, with roots spanning over 100 years in the maritime industry. For the last 30 years, they have designed, developed, and produced high-standard fire doors for the offshore industry.

Rapp Bomek is fully committed to the maritime market.

In recent years, Rapp Bomek has undertaken product development on doors and hatches for the maritime market. They have introduced new high-quality sliding doors and hinged doors with pneumatic and electric control systems that meet current fire requirements and withstand rough maritime weather and environmental conditions. Rapp Bomek provides internal and external doors and installation and supervisory services.

Rapp Bomek supplies parts and systems for existing products and has exclusive sales and distribution rights in the Norwegian market for control systems from AP Marine and MVM. Simultaneously, they have developed their own systems and customized solutions related to functionality to create reliable and stable doors for harsh conditions.

Rapp Bomek looks forward to continued close dialogue with stakeholders in the maritime market -along the Norwegian coast and internationally.