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Reliance Industries, Shell and ONGC on May 5 said that the companies have safely removed the mid and south Tapti field facilities on the Arabian Sea, thereby successfully completing India's first offshore facilities decommissioning project.
The project included removal of five wellhead platforms, related infield pipelines, load-in at the onshore dismantling yard and the safe plugging and abandonment of 38 wells, a joint statement said. "Production from the Tapti fields ceased in March 2016, and this project demonstrates a high level of planning, coordination, and compliance with regulatory frameworks while upholding the highest safety and environmental standards," it further said.
Tapti oil and gas fields were operated by the Panna-Mukta and Tapti (PMT) joint venture under a production sharing contract with the Government of India. The JV comprised ONGC (With 40 percent participating interest), along with Reliance Industries and Shell (via its subsidiary BG Exploration & Production India).
Nipun Pradhan, Managing Director of BGEPIL and GM Shell Upstream India said, "The safe and successful completion of the Tapti offshore project is a landmark moment for India’s offshore energy sector. This project sets a new benchmark for responsible decommissioning, made possible by global expertise, strong collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to safety and sustainability. Shell is proud to be part of this historic journey alongside our partners Reliance, ONGC, and the Government of India."
Reliance Industries' President of E&P, Sanjay Barman Roy said, "The safe and responsible offshore decommissioning by the PMT JV marks a significant step forward for India’s energy sector. From the outset, the JV partners worked tirelessly to strengthen local supply chains and enhance the technical and safety capabilities of Indian contractors especially for offshore dismantling activities. This project has successfully delivered on the Indian Government's ambition of 'Make and Break in India'."
Pankaj Kumar, Director (Production), ONGC said, "This first-of-its-kind large-scale offshore decommissioning underscores ONGC’s commitment to responsible energy practices. The project’s complexity, especially its proximity to ONGC’s live assets demanded strategic planning, precise execution, and utmost focus on safety. It marks a defining moment in India’s energy landscape and sets a strong foundation for the next chapter in offshore infrastructure transformation."
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