A Transatlantic Investment in Norway’s Energy Future
Baker Hughes’ recent inauguration of a new subsea facility outside Stavanger drew praise from Norwegian officials and underscored the enduring value of transatlantic industrial cooperation.
When Baker Hughes inaugurated its new Subsea Services Center of Excellence and manufacturing facility in Dusavik, outside Stavanger, on April 29, it did more than cut a ribbon. The Houston-headquartered company made a statement – about the vitality of transatlantic industrial cooperation, the continued importance of the Norwegian Continental Shelf, and the long-term investments required to bolster European energy security.
The purpose-built facility spans 49,000 square meters. Its 12,000-square-meter workshop features testing bays capable of replicating the most demanding subsea conditions on Earth. Powered entirely by renewable energy, the plant will manufacture advanced subsea equipment and control systems. It will also serve as a hub for maintenance, repair, well intervention, and decommissioning across the North Sea.
Amerino Gatti, Baker Hughes’ Executive Vice President of Oilfield Services and Equipment, frames the investment in strategic terms. “The North Sea continues to play an indispensable role in Europe’s energy security,” and Norway, he adds, “offers a shining example of how countries can leverage smart policy and innovative technology to balance oil and gas development with the ongoing need to decarbonize.”
For Tom Huuse, Managing Director for Baker Hughes in Norway, the new facility testifies to both the company’s long Norwegian history and its continued focus on staying close to customers and local communities.
"Baker Hughes has been supporting our customers operating on the Norwegian continental shelf for more than 50 years. Opening this facility is more than a milestone for our business. It demonstrates a further long-term commitment to our customers, local business, employees and society, and we will continue to support developing the Norwegian continental shelf further. As we execute our strategy to make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient for people and the planet, sites like this ensure we stay close to our customers and close to the communities we serve. I’m proud of our team in Norway and excited for the impact this site will have both locally and globally.”
After the inauguration, State Secretary Snorre Erichsen Skjevrak highlighted how the facility testified to the critical link between a robust supply industry and Norway’s role as a reliable European energy provider. “It’s great to see large industry players, such as Baker Hughes, making a long-term commitment to Norway.”
Less than a week later, Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre and Energy Minister Terje Aasland fittingly chose the facility as the venue for a meeting with senior industry leaders. “I think one can say that petroleum activity has never meant more for so many people in Norway than it does right now,” Støre told the room. In discussions with European leaders, the Prime Minister added, the importance of Norwegian energy was repeatedly stressed, with Norwegian gas currently accounting for roughly 30% of EU consumption. Accordingly, the occasion was also used to announce Norway’s 2026 TFO licensing round, opening 70 new blocks for exploration.
The visit also gave Baker Hughes’ Norway team a chance to share their perspectives with the Prime Minister and Energy Minister. “It’s gratifying that Baker Hughes’ expert technicians are receiving the national recognition they deserve,” notes Stuart Testar, Baker Hughes’ Director of Global Government Affairs. “Their efforts directly support Norway’s economy, the wellbeing of its people – and ultimately Europe’s energy security during these turbulent times.”
For AmCham Norway, Baker Hughes’ Dusavik facility is a testament to the investment, innovation, and skilled jobs the transatlantic business community brings to Norway. “Baker Hughes’ new facility is transatlantic business at its best,” concludes AmCham Norway Managing Director Jason Turflinger. “Our member companies don’t just operate in Norway. They put down roots, support local communities, and power the industries Norway depends on.”