Bird and Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL) have forged a strong alliance that exemplifies a true partnership. CNRL, a premier Canadian oil and natural gas company, engages Bird on multiple projects at key sites, including Kirby North and South and Jackfish 1, 2, and 3. Here, Bird brings a wealth of expertise, offering comprehensive industrial maintenance, turnaround, and project services. The collaboration has recently broadened to include mechanical and bundle-pulling services at the Horizon project, planning and executing annual turnarounds.
Client :
Canadian Natural Resources Limited
Type de contrat :
Contrat-cadre de services / T&M
Valeur du projet :
$15M annuel
At the Kirby and Jackfish sites, a dedicated Bird crew of 90 professionals delivers over 198,000 hours, consistently meeting and exceeding project benchmarks. During peak times at the Horizon site, the team expands to over 300 employees, showcasing the adaptability and scalability required to meet evolving project demands.
Among the many achievements of the Bird team, the completion of the first turnaround at the CNRL Horizon site stands out, wrapping up 54 hours ahead of schedule. This accomplishment saved both time and substantial costs, embodying the team’s commitment to efficiency and results. At the CNRL Kirby North site, our team demonstrated excellence by swiftly repairing leaking tubes in the economizer section of a CNRL Kirby North CPF boiler. Within six days, they executed 15 welds, corrected previous manufacturing errors, and passed the x-ray inspection. This proficient response led to the boiler being operational a day ahead of schedule, saving significant revenue for CNRL.
Les activités de CNRL s'étendent sur les provinces de l'Ouest canadien et comprennent des projets majeurs tels que le projet de sables bitumineux Horizon, situé à 75 kilomètres au nord de Fort McMurray, en Alberta. Ce projet d'envergure comprend l'exploitation en surface des sables bitumineux, l'extraction et la valorisation du bitume, ainsi que les infrastructures associées. La stratégie de croissance proactive de CNRL est également évidente dans sa récente demande pour le projet d'extension de Kirby East, qui devrait prolonger la durée de vie de Kirby South de 10 ans et augmenter sa capacité de production de bitume.
Bird’s partnership with CNRL underscores our commitment to delivering innovative solutions, operational excellence, and prioritizing safety. Beyond our service delivery, we’re dedicated to community involvement and sustainable practices, affirming that our success is not solely defined by business achievements but also by our positive impact on society and the environment.
