Welcome to the HITS JIP

About HITS JIP

The HITS JIP is an international initiative targeted at improving the way the industry manages the integrity of marine structures such as FPSOs, Drillships, FSRUs, FLNGs, accommodation barges and other floating offshore assets.

HITS was initiated in 2011 and is widely supported by Operators, Regulators, Classification Societies and Service Providers.

HITS has successfully delivered industry innovations and guidance related to improving hull inspection.

The Joint Industry Project has now completed multiple progressive projects, and is currently developing remote unmanned tank inspections and minimising the requirement for tank cleaning prior to inspection.

HITS 10 in Marseille-Provence, France

The HITS 10 meeting held on 19 November 2024, emphasised strategy and operational updates for the renamed Hull Integrity Techniques & Solutions (HITS) Joint Industry Project (JIP). Key points included:

HITS Strategy: HITS 10 was designated as a transition year, aiming to expand membership to include the floating gas and offshore drilling sectors. Both short-term and long-term initiatives were prioritised, aligning with broader Floating Energy Research (FER) Forum goals.

Marketing and Recruitment: HITS has been rebranded to focus on integrity rather than inspection. Recruitment strategies focused on engaging core and participant members. Outreach efforts included targeting major energy corporations and leveraging FER collaborations. Presentations at upcoming forums were planned to boost visibility.