The end of 2024 saw the Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA) celebrate its third anniversary of serving as the region’s peak body for decommissioning, and the organisation intends to keep the momentum building during its fourth year of operation.
Francis Norman, CEO of CODA, shared his delight with the milestone achievement, stating, “Reaching our third anniversary is a proud moment for CODA. It reflects not only the strength of our partnerships but also the dedication and collaborative spirit of everyone in shaping the future of decommissioning in Australia.”
Over the three-year period, CODA has grown to become a 130+ partner organisation across the entire supply chain.
As the organisation remains committed to advancing the industry within Australian waters, CODA has conducted various studies and initiatives during its operational years. Those include:
- Decommissioning Forward Outlook – a dynamic, interactive tool which provides a comprehensive view into Australia’s offshore oil and gas infrastructure.
- Global Review of Decommissioning Planning and Execution Learnings – a study which identified the key learnings for comparable jurisdictions and offered insights to improving the planning and execution of future decommissioning projects.
- Development of a Decommissioning Innovation and Technology Roadmap – the report highlighted innovative approaches and technologies which drew inspiration from global practices.
- Understanding the Opportunity for Local Disposal and Recycling Pathways – the report explored the opportunities for local disposal and recycling to enhance sustainably within the decommissioning process.
- Western Australia Decommissioning Hub Location Study – a study which aimed to identify optimal locations for decommissioning facilities to support the growth of the region’s domestic dismantling, recycling and disposal industry.
- Skills Review for the Australian Oil & Gas Decommissioning Industry – a comprehensive overview which assessed the capabilities of the current and future workforce while laying a foundation for a cohesive strategy to develop skilled employees.
The above initiatives have not only aided in advancing industry knowledge, but played a vital role in highlighting the importance of collaboration in addressing the complexities of decommissioning.
Norman concluded, “The work we’ve achieved together – delivering key studies, building industry resources, and fostering collaboration – has set a solid foundation for continued progress. I want to thank all of our partners and the Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation Department of the WA Government for their valuable support. Here’s to many more milestones ahead.”
