Low cost and low CO2 emissions for your next exploration and production well
Over the last twenty years, Neodrill has combined innovation with fresh thinking to reimagine structural wellhead foundations. Its patent-protected Conductor Anchor Node (CAN) technology has revolutionized the top-hole or conductor section of the well to reduce emissions, costs, and risk. The CAN is a conductor-less alternative to conventional conductor installed with a vessel.
With a track record of 35+ installations, the CAN technology is widely respected across the industry as a better alternative to conventional conductor installations.

MEET THE CAN-DUCTOR
An evolution of existing technology for the ultimate subsea wellhead foundation to eliminate any conductor stability issues.
The CAN-ductor is a suction anchor with one joint of integrated conductor. The load capacity of the CAN allows us to shorten the length of the conductor to one joint. The conductor is integrated in our workshop where we have complete control of the environment. The suction anchor pushes the conductor into the seabed, providing top-hole support for the well. By installing the top-hole with light vessels, the CAN-ductor ensures that the subsea well foundation is in place before the rig arrives on location.
Unlike traditional wellhead systems that leave operators with stability uncertainties up to and after installation, the CAN-ductor provides a reliable well foundation with verified high load capacity.
Equinor has purchased a licence to use the Neodrill technology under the brand name CAP-X, and the first use was on the Bauge field.


WHY USE A CAN?
An innovative, proven solution that cuts well construction time and cost, reduces emissions, risk, and improves safety.
The CAN-ductor creates a smarter well foundation with operational and commercial benefits for both exploration and production wells.
Operational benefits
Zero rig time: pre-installed by a vessel
Managed fatigue capacity
Load capacity is calculated and verified
Pre-installed conductor in the workshop, ensures quality and integrity
No cementing or grouting
Easy P&A
Reduces risk due to reduced open-water rig operations making risk management ALARP
Improved HSE
- Hands off conductor installation
- Reduced heavy lifts
- Simplified logistics
- Best available practise
Reduced season dependancy
Commercial benefits
Reduced project execution time
Saves 2 - 4 rig days
Pre-mounted equipment cost savings

THE NEODRILL BLOG
CAN technology has the potential to redefine the standard in subsea well construction, as a core product, and an enabler for wider technological advancements.
Take a look at our blog to learn how our innovative solutions deliver value and opportunity.

A SUSTAINABLE SOLUTION
As we all strive to support global and industry initiatives to reduce carbon emissions our CAN technology has been proven to help customers reduce their emissions.

INSTALLATIONS
Since its first installation in 2006, the CAN has been successfully delivered to 35+ wells. Each installation saves an average of 2-4 rig days amounting to valuable time and resources for operators.


Hamlet
Our fastest installation to date - a mere 5 hours.


Bask
A CAN-ductor installed in the Barents Sea for Lundin.


Kathryn
Demonstrated a successful installation in sand.

A TRUSTED PARTNER
With 15 years of CAN installations, we are known throughout the industry as a trusted vendor and partner.

28
CAN installations worldwide

10 m
Shallowest kickoff enabled below seabed

9.18 hrs
Average installation time

1500 m
Deepest installation to date
From removing the sea fastening to finished penetration
