Dumping and derogations: OSPAR rules among top challenges facing UK decommissioning
Operators are waiting years for decisions on the contentious topic of whether they can leave structures in the sea.
Offshore Petroleum Regulator for Environment and Decommissioning (OPRED)
Rosebank oilfield approved by UK regulator
Equinor has taken a final investment decision with partner Ithaca Energy.
Shell eyes 2025 start up for Victory gas field west of Shetland
Environmental regulator OPRED has opened up a public consultation on the new project which sits 29 miles off Shetland.
Regulator queries power, flaring plans for Ping’s Avalon field
The UK’s offshore regulator has asked Ping Petroleum for further information on its proposed Avalon development in the Outer Moray Firth.
Reports Rosebank approval delayed again as parliamentary recess looms
Concerns over the emissions intensity of Equinor’s Rosebank development could be holding up project sign off, according to reports.
OSPAR discord leaves Dunlin decom in doubt
Doubt has been cast over decommissioning plans for Fairfield Energy’s Dunlin field, as UK regulators walk back support to leave key pieces of oil and gas infrastructure in place.
Equinor’s Rosebank oilfield approval expected within weeks
A look ahead to Rosebank's approval and the process to getting there.
Rosebank approval still on OPRED’s desk, confirms Ithaca
Ithaca was also asked about the UK political climate, and Equinor’s 80% share in Rosebank.
Fire system malfunction on Harbour’s Solan sparks North Sea safety alert
A faulty switch on board the Harbour Energy Solan platform led to the release of 400kg of fire suppressant gas.
Inaccurate UK Government figures on Uplift North Sea oil spills report
UK Government data supplied to campaign group Uplift on North Sea oil spills was inaccurate, the industry regulator has confirmed.
TotalEnergies safety boss among speakers at OEUK HSE conference
Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) has unveiled the line-up for its upcoming HSE conference in Aberdeen.
Regulator asks Equinor for more info on Rosebank marine impact
The UK’s offshore regulator has asked Equinor for further information on the environmental impact of its proposed £8bn Rosebank development.
‘Please clarify’: Regulator questions Equinor over £8bn Rosebank oilfield emissions
Equinor has been pushed for answers on the emissions profile of its £8bn Rosebank project planned for the West of Shetland.
UK in decom spat with EU countries on plan for ‘Brent-light’ North Sea oilfield
The UK is facing opposition from several European nations for its support of Fairfield Energy's plan to leave the huge legs of the Dunlin oilfield in the North Sea.
Govt approves provisional plan for Lancaster FPSO decommissioning
The UK’s decommissioning regulator has approved Hurricane Energy’s plans for the removal of the FPSO serving its Lancaster field, though recent company forecasts suggest production may continue into 2024.
Perenco files decom paperwork for Leman topsides
Perenco has filed decommissioning programmes for two platforms serving the Leman field, but hints at a potential re-use opportunity for one installation.
Almost 900 blocks up for grabs as 33rd North Sea oil and gas licensing round launched
The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) has fired the starting pistol on the 33rd oil and gas licensing round, the UK’s first since 2019.
Ithaca plans seven new wells in next phase of Captain EOR project
Ithaca Energy has filed key regulatory paperwork for the next phase of its £400 million enhanced oil recovery (EOR) programme at the North Sea’s Captain field.
Hurricane hands in Lancaster decom plan just three years after first oil
Hurricane Energy has submitted a decommissioning plan for the Aoka Mizu floating production storage and offload (FPSO) vessel serving its Lancaster field, less than three years after production began.
Government pushes Siccar Point for Cambo timeline
The UK Government has asked Siccar Point Energy for an updated timeline on its controversial Cambo project, following the operator’s decision to ‘pause’ the development in December.
EnQuest given go ahead to decommission Thistle platform
North Sea operator EnQuest has had its decommissioning plans for the Thistle field approved.
Shell ‘proposing changes’ to Jackdaw after initial plans rejected
Shell (LON: RDSA) is “proposing changes” to plans for Jackdaw after its initial approach was knocked back by the UK regulator last week.
Jackdaw rejection likely a ‘politically driven decision’, claims analyst
The UK regulator’s decision not to approve Shell’s Jackdaw plan could have been impacted by the ongoing Cambo storm, an analyst has claimed.
Shell left ‘disappointed’ after UK regulator declines to approve Jackdaw plans
Shell’s Jackdaw project has been dealt a blow after the UK regulator declined to approve its field development plans.
‘Lost opportunity’ for decommissioning lessons at more than 40 North Sea fields – OPRED
More than 40 North Sea fields represent a “lost opportunity” for the industry to learn shared decommissioning lessons, according to OPRED.