GPS Asset Tracking for Oil & Gas Operations
Locate remote oilfield equipment with satellite accuracy, monitor critical infrastructure assets, and implement condition-based maintenance to minimize non-productive time (NPT) and operational costs.
Critical Challenges in Oil & Gas Operations
The oil and gas sector faces unique operational challenges that demand robust asset tracking and monitoring solutions.
Remote Equipment Location
Oilfield operations occur in the world's most remote locations—Arctic tundra, offshore platforms, jungle drilling sites. Standard GPS systems may provide insufficient accuracy or lose signal in challenging terrain, making equipment location and emergency response difficult.
Non-Productive Time (NPT) Reduction
Every hour of equipment downtime represents enormous financial losses, with daily drilling rig costs exceeding $500,000. Reactive maintenance approaches multiply costs through emergency service premiums and production losses.
Harsh Environment Operation
Equipment operates in extreme conditions—from Arctic cold to desert heat, corrosive offshore environments to high-vibration drilling operations. Standard tracking devices fail in these environments, requiring industrial-grade solutions.
Equipment Security in Remote Areas
Multi-million dollar equipment operates in areas with limited security infrastructure. Equipment theft, vandalism, and unauthorized use accelerate wear and create massive losses. Recovery without tracking is nearly impossible.
Condition-Based Maintenance
Time-based maintenance schedules result in unnecessary service or miss critical issues between intervals. Real-time equipment condition monitoring is essential but traditional sensors lack connectivity in remote locations.
Regulatory Compliance
Extensive regulations from EPA, OSHA, BSEE and international equivalents mandate documentation of equipment locations, maintenance records, and environmental monitoring. Manual compliance documentation is resource-intensive and error-prone.
Essential Capabilities for Oil & Gas
Purpose-built features for the unique demands of upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.
Satellite Connectivity
Iridium and Inmarsat satellite communications provide true global coverage including offshore platforms and remote oilfields. Multi-mode devices automatically switch between cellular, LPWAN, and satellite for optimal cost and connectivity.
Extended Battery Life
LPWAN technology enables 3-5 year battery life for unpowered equipment with multiple daily updates. Solar-powered hybrid devices provide indefinite operation for outdoor installations.
Condition Monitoring
Real-time tracking of engine hours, operating temperatures, vibration patterns, hydraulic pressures, and 100+ custom sensor types. Anomaly detection automatically alerts when readings deviate from normal patterns.
Remote Diagnostics
Engine diagnostics via OBD-II/J1939 integration provide fault codes, performance data, and maintenance indicators without physical inspection. Predictive maintenance reduces NPT by 40-60%.
Geofencing & Alerts
Automated alerts for entry/exit events from designated areas, after-hours movement detection, and unauthorized operation monitoring. Towing detection via accelerometer alerts when stationary equipment begins moving.
Alert Management
100+ alert types with multi-channel delivery via email, SMS, phone call, and mobile push notifications. Escalation workflows ensure critical alerts reach appropriate stakeholders.
Utilization Tracking
Comprehensive analytics track operational status, usage intensity, idle time, and location-based availability. Data-driven decisions optimize fleet sizing, reduce costs 20-35%, and improve equipment ROI.
Integration Capabilities
REST APIs enable integration with CMMS, ERP, safety management systems, and drilling/production platforms. Automated workflows eliminate manual data transfer between systems.
Industry Use Cases
Specialized solutions for upstream, midstream, and downstream operations across the energy sector.
Drilling Equipment Tracking
Track drilling rigs, completion equipment, and mobile facilities across remote oilfields with predictive maintenance, fuel monitoring, and safety management.
- Multi-GNSS positioning
- Satellite connectivity
- Engine hour tracking
- NPT reduction
Pipeline Infrastructure Monitoring
Monitor pipeline assets, compression stations, and processing facilities with compliance documentation, environmental sensors, and emergency response capabilities.
- Fixed asset monitoring
- Environmental sensors
- Inspection scheduling
- Regulatory reporting
Remote Well Site Operations
Manage mobile equipment, generators, and vehicles at remote well sites with comprehensive monitoring, safety management, and logistics coordination.
- Personnel tracking
- Generator monitoring
- Access control
- Supply logistics
Equipment Rental Management
Track rented oilfield equipment with utilization analytics, automated billing verification, geofence-based usage restrictions, and theft recovery capabilities.
- Utilization tracking
- Rental ROI analysis
- Usage verification
- Theft protection
Maintenance Optimization
Implement condition-based maintenance using real-time equipment monitoring to schedule service based on actual operating conditions rather than arbitrary time intervals.
- Predictive maintenance
- Cost reduction 30-50%
- Downtime prevention
- Extended lifespans
Safety & Compliance
Automated compliance documentation, hazardous area geofencing, emergency response coordination, and safety zone monitoring ensure regulatory adherence and workforce protection.
- Automated reporting
- Safety zones
- Incident management
- Audit trails
Proven ROI for Oil & Gas Operations
Measurable improvements in operational efficiency, cost reduction, and asset protection.
Equipment downtime decreased through predictive maintenance and condition monitoring
Typical payback period for oil & gas tracking implementations
Total operating cost reduction through optimization and efficiency
Asset recovery rate with GPS tracking vs. 20% without
Frequently Asked Questions
Minimize NPT and Protect Critical Assets
Join oil & gas operators using Navixy to reduce non-productive time by 40-60%, prevent equipment theft, and achieve ROI in 4-8 months. Deploy with satellite connectivity for truly remote operations.