Category: CODA

The Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA) has launched its first online training module, Introduction to Well Decommissioning, expanding access to foundational decommissioning knowledge across the industry.

Developed in response to strong demand for CODA’s in-person training, the new self-paced module provides a flexible learning option for those unable to attend the in-person Introduction to Decommissioning course, as well as individuals and organisations looking to build capability for themselves or across their teams.

The module explores the well lifecycle, with a focus on plugging and abandonment, covering key steps, regulatory frameworks, and planning considerations that support safe, responsible, and cost-effective outcomes.

Content has been developed in collaboration with Chris Wilson of Labrador, a Subject Matter Expert who also delivers this material as part of CODA’s in-person course.

The online module also marks the introduction of the CODA Academy, which brings together CODA’s in-person training and online learning. While in-person courses will continue to run, the Academy expands how participants can engage with decommissioning training delivered by CODA.

CODA CEO Francis Norman said:

“The launch of our first online module is an important step in how we support the development of the decommissioning industry.

We know not everyone can attend training in person, so the CODA Academy allows us to expand how we support capability development across the industry, while continuing to deliver our in-person courses.

By combining in-person training with flexible online learning, we are creating more pathways for industry to build capability, particularly as the scale and complexity of decommissioning activity continues to grow.

Building online content also allows for just-in-time and very focused learning across the industry”

The learning experience has been developed in partnership with local, Perth-based organisations, with Sentient Computing delivering the eLearning platform and Of Note Designs designing and developing the web environment.

Additional online modules will be released over time, forming a broader learning pathway across the decommissioning lifecycle and complementing CODA’s existing training.

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CODA has released a new report examining the regulatory frameworks governing offshore and onshore oil and gas decommissioning in Australia.

Australia’s Oil and Gas Decommissioning Regulatory Landscape examines the regulatory landscape governing decommissioning in Australia, considering international obligations, Commonwealth legislation, and regulations across Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, and the Northern Territory. It reflects a system shaped by layered and sometimes overlapping legislation, alongside evolving expectations.

As decommissioning activity increases across Australia, the report highlights the growing pressure on regulatory systems that were largely designed to support exploration and production. Industry consultation confirms that navigating this complex, multi-layered landscape can present challenges.

The report draws on detailed regulatory mapping and targeted stakeholder consultation with representatives from government, regulators, titleholders, and the supply chain. These insights have been used to identify key themes and practical opportunities to improve coordination, streamline approvals, and enhance clarity across the regulatory landscape.

The findings reinforce the importance of more aligned and efficient regulatory pathways to support safe, timely, and effective decommissioning outcomes at scale. This includes opportunities to improve collaboration between agencies, strengthen guidance materials, and better support industry understanding of regulatory requirements.

CODA CEO Francis Norman said the report provides a foundation for ongoing regulatory evolution as decommissioning activity continues to grow.

“Decommissioning at scale is still relatively new in Australia, and all stakeholders are continuing to build capability as the industry evolves. This report brings together industry experience and regulatory insight to highlight where the current system is working well, and where there are opportunities to improve clarity, consistency, and efficiency.”

The report was developed with support from Kent PLC, who led the regulatory mapping component, alongside input from a broad range of industry and regulatory stakeholders who contributed their time and experience throughout the consultation process.

For a more detailed insight into the report, we invite you to explore the publicly available report.

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