Reactive comment from Julie Copland, Head of Decommissioning and Low Carbon at Elemental Energies

“The OEUK Decommissioning Insight Report 2024 outlines the immense scale of work ahead, with over 2,000 wells and nearly 800 km of pipelines set to be decommissioned by 2033. We are proud to have contributed to this year’s report, sharing our expertise from a major subsea decommissioning campaign in the North Sea.

The future of decommissioning demands a proactive approach. By streamlining processes, fostering collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in efficiency and cost management, the sector can set new benchmarks in responsible asset management and unlock long-term value. We remain committed to shaping the future of decommissioning and supporting the UK’s global leadership in this critical area.”

About Elemental Energies

With over 35 years of operational experience, Elemental Energies is a global leader in well engineering, subsurface and project management, having delivered more than 700+ project managed wells, 210+ project managed deepwater wells and 500+ wells decommissioning. We have grown through strategic acquisition including Senergy Wells, Norwell Engineering, and most recently Well Expertise in Norway, with our in-house teams supporting both onshore and offshore projects spanning exploration, appraisal, field development, decommissioning and repurposing for CCUS and geothermal.