Oil, Gas & Chemical
Industry

Oil, Gas & Chemical

Coordinate simultaneous operations, enforce ATEX compliance, and maintain full audit readiness — onshore and offshore.

Unlimited usersSIMOPS conflict detectionDesigned for offshore and remote sitesFull ATEX compliance
Industry Challenges

Why Traditional Safety Management is Failing Oil & Gas

1

SIMOPS Conflicts Go Undetected

Simultaneous operations on platforms and refineries require precise coordination. Manual permit systems cannot detect conflicts between overlapping work scopes, increasing the risk of catastrophic incidents.

2

Explosive Atmosphere Compliance Is Non-Negotiable

ATEX zones demand verified gas testing, PPE checks, and multi-level approvals. A single missed step in a paper process can lead to shutdowns, injuries, or regulatory action.

3

Remote and Offshore Locations Limit Connectivity

Offshore platforms and remote onshore facilities cannot rely on stable internet. Safety systems that require constant connectivity leave gaps in permit management.

4

Complex Approval Hierarchies Slow Operations

Multi-level sign-off chains involving OIMs, control room operators, and contractor supervisors create delays when handled on paper or via email.

How It Works

One platform from wellhead to control room

Gate PTW gives operations teams a single digital system to manage permits, detect SIMOPS conflicts, and maintain ATEX compliance. The platform is designed for low-connectivity environments and syncs automatically when a connection becomes available.

1

Assessment and permit process

Create permits with ATEX zone classification, gas test requirements, and equipment isolation plans. The system flags potential SIMOPS conflicts automatically.

2

Communication and Authorization

Route permits through your approval hierarchy — from the requesting contractor to the OIM. Every approval is timestamped and traceable.

3

Real-Time Tracking and Execution

Monitor all active permits on a platform or facility dashboard. Track gas readings, isolation status, and SIMOPS interactions in real time.

4

Closure, Control, and Reporting

Close permits with de-isolation checks and final inspections. Data is stored for regulatory audits, insurance documentation, and safety performance reviews.

Features

Unlimited users, full control

SIMOPS conflict detection

The system automatically identifies overlapping work scopes and alerts teams before conflicts become incidents.

Platform and facility overview

OIMs and control room operators see every active permit on a live facility map with real-time status updates.

Built for low-connectivity environments

Designed for environments with limited connectivity. Data syncs automatically when a connection becomes available.

ATEX compliance enforced

Zone-based permits with mandatory gas testing, PPE verification, and multi-level approvals — no shortcuts allowed.

Gate Apps mobile and desktop interface

Proven Impact

Results that speak for themselves

65% faster permit approvals on offshore platforms
Automated SIMOPS conflict detection across all operations
100% ATEX-compliant digital permit workflows
Full audit trail meeting OSHA, NORSOK, and API standards
Gate PTW gives our OIM a real-time view of every active permit on the platform — that level of visibility changes everything.
Keravan Energia

HSEQ manager, Keravan Energia

Keravan Energia

Integrations

Seamless Integrations

Azure AD for secure identity management
Power BI for safety analytics and KPI dashboards
SAP and Oracle for enterprise data synchronization
Satellite connectivity for offshore operations

Why Oil, Leaders Choose Gate Apps

Built for the complexity of oil & gas operationsWorks offshore with or without connectivitySIMOPS-aware conflict preventionUnlimited users across contractors and operatorsDeployment in under 4 weeks, even for offshore facilities

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions