Developing A Business Model For Sustainable Additive Manufacturing In The Oil & Gas Industry

The oil and gas industry faces mounting pressure to adopt sustainable practices due to its significant environmental impact, including greenhouse gas emissions and resource depletion. Additive Manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing, offers a transformative solution by minimizing material usage and reducing emissions through localized production. This study aims to develop a sustainable and economically viable business model to integrate AM into the oil and gas value chain. Using insights gathered via the Delphi method, including expert opinions from industry specialists. The research evaluates the benefits of AM, such as improved operational efficiency, reduced waste, and supply chain optimization, while identifying the challenges of its adoption in the Norwegian oil and gas sector. Findings indicate that AM holds great potential to enhance sustainability, lower operational costs, and streamline the supply chain. This study provides strategic recommendations and case studies, presenting a framework for transitioning to sustainable manufacturing practices in the oil and gas industry through innovative business models.

Keywords: Additive Manufacturing (AM), Sustainability, Oil and Gas industry, Business Model Canvas (BMC), Circular economy.