How Aquila PLUS Enhances Subsea Reliability for Drilling Contractors
January 14th, 2026
Your integrated bundle for safer, more efficient offshore operations.
Aquila PLUS is an all-in-one digital service package that unifies Real-Time Monitoring (RTM), Digital BOP Assurance (DBA), and Digital Pressure Testing (DPT) into a single, coordinated platform built for drilling operators and contractors.
In this blog, we highlight how Aquila PLUS strengthens operational consistency, improves oversight, and provides the data-driven support your teams rely on—backed by specialized BOP engineers and validated in real offshore environments.
1 — What is Aquila PLUS and why does it matter?
Aquila PLUS is a comprehensive digital framework for managing subsea reliability. By combining three established technologies in a cohesive environment, it gives drilling contractors greater visibility and control across critical BOP functions.
RTM — Continuous oversight of subsea equipment supports early anomaly detection, timely intervention, and improved equipment availability.
DBA — A data-informed approach that leverages historical and real-time testing insights to identify trends, guide maintenance decisions, and promote consistent operational improvement.
DPT — A remote-capable, fully digitized testing workflow that reduces manual inefficiencies, improves data accuracy, and provides audit-ready documentation for every test.
Together, these services form an integrated reliability layer designed to reduce downtime and support measurable operational gains.
2 — Proven benefits from the field
Aquila PLUS has been applied in live offshore operations, where it has delivered practical, measurable improvements:
Reduced Non-Productive Time (NPT): operators can achieve meaningful reductions in pressure testing duration and associated rig idle time.
Greater accuracy in BOP testing: automated data capture and reporting minimize manual variability and strengthen test traceability.
Improved team alignment: shared dashboards and live BOP insights support coordinated decision-making between offshore and onshore personnel.
Efficient regulatory compliance: audit-ready reports are generated automatically, streamlining preparation for inspections.
3 — Built for drilling operators and contractors
Aquila PLUS was developed by subsea specialists who understand the operational realities of offshore rigs. Every feature is shaped to align with real workflows and reduce complexity—not add to it.
Key advantages include:
Seamless integration with existing rig systems
Support from experienced BOP engineers
Digitally optimized workflows for testing and assurance
Clear data ownership and straightforward client access
Flexible service tiers for different rig types and operational needs
Whether your fleet includes jackups, semisubs, or drillships, Aquila PLUS offers a reliable and scalable framework that adapts to your requirements.
Future-ready subsea operations
As the offshore sector evolves, the systems that support it must evolve as well. Aquila PLUS provides the digital backbone that drilling operations need to strengthen reliability, elevate BOP management, and improve overall performance.
From real-time monitoring to remote pressure testing, Aquila PLUS is your unified partner for subsea assurance.
