The shift from hydraulic-based actuation systems to all-electric would enable several benefits such as: 

•    CAPEX reduction (reduced umbilical cost, reduced system cost) 
•    Environmental impact (pollution free technology, no hydraulic power units) 
•    OPEX reduction (reduced maintenance, improved diagnostics) 

The case study for this project is an all-electric control system that operates the safety valves in a X-mas tree, i.e., valves that are part of primary and secondary well barriers. Demonstrating the safety of the system is crucial. Research will be conducted to utilizing a digital twin for these safety demonstrations, to mitigate costs and effort.