10 to 20 billion boe or more potential resources remain in the UKCS Press releases and announcements View more
Tech knowledge-sharing scheme extended following huge success Press releases and announcements View more
Consultation on proposal to issue NSTA Guidance on the conduct of licence assignments May 2023 The purpose of this consultation is to set out and seek views on proposed NSTA Guidance on the conduct of licence assignments. Download
North Sea Transition Steering Group The North Sea Transition Steering Group is co-chaired by the NSTA and industry. They meet quarterly and agree topics to be discussed at the North Sea Transition Forum, have oversight of the Task Forces and provides assurance on the delivery of their activities. View more
Supply Chain and Exports Task Force The Supply Chain & Exports Taskforce (SC&E) brings together industry trade associations, government and regulators to highlight and strengthen the capability of the UK oil and gas service sector. View more
Field operatorship The licence requires that only an approved operator may manage or supervise the exploration and production phases of an oil or gas development. The objective of this requirement is to ensure that field operations are undertaken competently. View more
Gas storage and unloading The North Sea Transition Authority (the “NSTA”), pursuant to the Energy Act 2008 (the “Act”) is the licensing authority for offshore gas storage and offshore gas unloading. View more
Accessibility This website is run by the North Sea Transition Authority. We want as many people as possible to be able to use this website. View more
