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North Sea production has received a significant boost today (30 October) with the offer of 27 new licences in areas prioritised because they have the potential to go into production more quickly than others.

On 20 November 2023, the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA), published revised Area Plan guidance.  The revised guidance can be viewed here.

An oil and gas operating company has been given the highest fine the NSTA has issued to date for emitting greenhouse gases into the atmosphere without permission. 

Press notice announcing Tranche 2 potential awards - 33rd Offshore Licensing Round

The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) sought views on a draft OGA Plan to reduce UK Continental Shelf greenhouse gas emissions from oil and gas production.

A new emissions reduction plan published today (27 March) by the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) has highlighted the need for action across the board on production decarbonisation – including action on flaring and venting and the electrification of oil and gas installations...

The OGA Plan (the Plan) on emissions reduction, which was published on 27 March 2024, sets out the NSTA’s requirements for how relevant persons can meet the Central Obligation, as set out in the Strategy, for Green House Gas (GHG) emissions reductions from oil and gas extraction.

The NSTA Overview 2024 describes our role in supporting the UK's energy security, emissions reduction and the energy transition.