Odfjell Technology and Applied New Technologies have signed a memorandum of understanding to deploy an erosion‑based plug and abandonment tool across Southeast Asia, a move that could cut rig time and costs for aging well inventories. Southeast Asia is a rapidly expanding market for well abandonment, with a large inventory of aging wells that will need intervention in the coming years. The agreement centers on integrating ANT’s abrasive suspension (WAS) technology into Odfjell Technology ’s rigless intervention services. The system is designed to remove internal wellbore obstructions without mechanical force or heat, helping preserve well integrity while restoring access for abandonment operations. The technology will be deployed alongside Odfjell Technology ’s fishing and milling capabilities, reducing reliance on full drilling rigs and enabling more efficient P&A execution. The companies said the collaboration is aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing costs associated with complex P&A campaigns. The agreement reflects continued development of rigless and non‑intrusive technologies to address increasing global decommissioning demand. By combining erosion‑based tools with rigless services, the partnership positions Odfjell Technology and Applied New Technologies to deliver faster, lower‑cost abandonment solutions that meet the growing demand for decommissioning across Southeast Asia.