The Asset Stewardship Task Force (ASTF) works to support the NSTA Strategy, in respect of both production and net zero obligations by improving asset stewardship in the UK Continental Shelf area.
Member organisations
Co-chairs are currently Jo White (Perenco) and Adam Bradley (NSTA)
Jo White represents the ASTF at the North Sea Transition Steering Group and Forum.
The ASTF meets quarterly, meeting minutes are available on request.
Principles
- NSTA and industry co-chair, defining task force principles and terms of reference
- NSTA provides secretariat to support task force
- Industry co-chair represents task force at the North Transition Steering Group and Forum
- Task force membership comprises a diverse group of senior operations and business managers from operators, supply chain and other industry sectors
- Task force membership derived from commitment to active attendance and contributions
- Task force priorities delivered via task groups with clear terms of reference and a small number of deliverables per annum
ASTF task groups
Promote use of JV hub strategy and ERAP good practice documents in an integrated manner that supports MER and Net Zero. Embed the outcomes of these 2024 workstreams across the industry.
Looks across industry at good practice and seeks to resolve of areas of concern that will enable further implementation of low carbon power solutions. Reviews offshore asset decarbonisation opportunities in order to meet the North Sea Transition Deal (NSTD) targets.
Reinforce/ enhance the industry’s culture regarding net zero. Promote this to be forward looking to 2050 and develop a culture strategy to drive sustainable continuous improvement in UKCS uptime whilst reducing the industry’s carbon footprint.