India’s first offshore facilities decommissioning project

Fossil Energy – Decommissioning

In a landmark achievement for India’s energy sector, the Panna-Mukta and Tapti (PMT) joint venture partners – Shell, Reliance Industries, and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) have completed the country’s first offshore facilities decommissioning project with the safe removal of mid and south Tapti field facilities.

The milestone project involved the removal of five wellhead platforms, associated infield pipelines, load-in at the onshore dismantling yard, and the safe plugging and abandonment of 38 wells.

All wells were executed in line with the approved decommissioning plan. 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.

Nipun Pradhan, Managing Director, 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.”

The successful Tapti decommissioning project demonstrates what can be achieved through multi-stakeholder collaboration and serves as a model for environmental responsibility, safety, and efficiency in India’s growing energy transition journey.

Original Source: https://ocean-energyresources.com/2025/05/08/indias-first-offshore-facilities-decommissioning-project/