{"id":126245,"date":"2026-04-02T16:44:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T15:44:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/?post_type=event&#038;p=126245"},"modified":"2026-04-02T17:05:50","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T16:05:50","slug":"offshore-decommissioning-from-the-perspective-of-a-marine-warranty-surveyor","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/event\/offshore-decommissioning-from-the-perspective-of-a-marine-warranty-surveyor\/","title":{"rendered":"Offshore Decommissioning from the Perspective of a Marine Warranty Surveyor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With growing investment in UK continental shelf (UKCS) decommissioning, forecast to hit \u00a326.6 billion by 2033 &#8211; what to look out for in these complex offshore and subsea procedures and how do you ensure to get the most value out what is still a non-productive cost? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join ABL experienced marine warranty surveyors and consultants in North Sea decommissioning, as the explore the topic at an upcoming Joint Technical Meeting of Aberdeen and Offshore Regional Group, and East of Scotland Region Offshore Engineering Society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>The Institute of Structural Engineers Aberdeen &amp; Offshore Regional Group, Session 2026, Sandman hotel, Aberdeen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> Thursday 23rd April 2026 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-teal-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/joint-evening-technical-meeting-istructe-offshore-engineering-society-tickets-1986054482420?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true\">rEGISTER TO JOIN<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" src=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Offshore-decom-2026-tiles-1-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-126248\" srcset=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Offshore-decom-2026-tiles-1-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Offshore-decom-2026-tiles-1-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Offshore-decom-2026-tiles-1-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Offshore-decom-2026-tiles-1-1536x1075.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Offshore-decom-2026-tiles-1.jpg 1667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-insights-from-the-north-sea\">Insights from the North Sea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ABL is a global marine and energy consultancy with deep experience in offshore decommissioning, having supported more than 60 projects across 11 countries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our work centers on ensuring that platforms, subsea infrastructure and floating units are removed safely and efficiently, drawing on decades of marine, engineering and salvage expertise. Our background includes landmark projects such as Brent Spar, which helped establish their long\u2011standing credibility in complex offshore removals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a Marine Warranty Survey (MWS) provider, ABL delivers independent oversight for key decommissioning activities &#8211; from lifting, cutting, towing, transport to final disposal &#8211; to help operators manage risk while controlling cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recent work includes the L7 field decommissioning in the Dutch North Sea for TotalEnergies, covering jacket and topside removals and associated marine operations. Their practical, safety\u2011focused approach helps clients navigate the challenges of late\u2011life asset removal while meeting environmental and regulatory expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-meet-our-speakers\">Meet our Speakers <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:21% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"759\" src=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ashley-Perrett.jpg\" alt=\"Ashley Perrett\" class=\"wp-image-123684 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ashley-Perrett.jpg 800w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ashley-Perrett-300x285.jpg 300w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Ashley-Perrett-768x729.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Ashley Perrett<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sub Regional Director Northern Europe <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:ashley.perrett@abl-group.com\">Contact Ashley<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:24% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"715\" src=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Charlotte.Dodge_-1-1024x715.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46114 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Charlotte.Dodge_-1-1024x715.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Charlotte.Dodge_-1-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Charlotte.Dodge_-1-768x536.jpg 768w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Charlotte.Dodge_-1-1536x1072.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/abl-group.com\/abl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Charlotte.Dodge_-1-2048x1430.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Charlotte Dodge <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Snr. 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