Decommissioning Index

PILOT / Oil & Gas UK Decommissioning Workgroup 4 WG4 is looking to understand the technical capability to execute decommissioning programmes. Initially this is to get a common approach, language and methodology for how technical options translate into programme cost estimates. This will then identify the opportunities for improving capability and reducing costs through new technology and improved supply chain delivery of planning. Scope of activities: Create a common language, challenge assumptions and generate cost estimating guidelines which improve consistency, quality and accuracy of cost estimates (available online). To define the level of engineering recommended at key milestones during asset life cycle and tie-in with the model DCPD references. Explore technology and supply chain options which could materially impact methodology and costs Connect with existing industry institutions to support programme executions and the sharing of good practices As part of the Oil & Gas UK decommissioning initiative Work Group 4 held an “Effectiveness & Efficiency” Workshop in May 2006. Summary files from each session are available here: Plan and Share Contracting Framework Learn from Others Equipment and Technology Other WG4 documents of interest: WG4 Decommissioning Guidance Report: May 2008 WG4 Technical Capability, Update Presentation: June 2007 WG4 Proposed Plan Forward: June 2006 WG4 Summary of Other Groups: October 2005 WG 4 is also involved with the Decommissioning Technology Facilitator (DTF) an industry body which is concerned with identifying and promoting novel technology for decommissioning purposes. This work also ties in with that of the Industry Technology Facilitator (ITF).