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The NSTA is committed to maximising the well value cycle on the UKCS through effective regulation, promotion and by using its influence with licensees, the supply chain and relevant bodies.

Operators must apply to the NSTA for relevant consents and approvals to carry out well related activities.

There are various potential outcomes the NSTA can pursue after conducting an Initial Assessment. A summary of the options can be found below:

The licensing regime is designed to maximise the economic recovery of UK offshore oil and gas. 

The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) introduced new measures in 2018 to ensure operators work appropriately with the supply chain and derive maximum value from project activity.

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The NSTA has day-to-day operational independence from the The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ - previously known as the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS)) and undertakes its activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations

The Petroleum E-business Assignments and Relinquishment System (PEARS) is the NSTA’s portal-based licence administration system.