NOPSEMA releases Australia’s Offshore Energy Industry Performance Report 2025

NOPSEMA has released Australia’s Offshore Energy Industry Performance Report 2025, providing an overview of offshore energy activity and performance across Australia’s regulated jurisdictions.

The report draws on regulatory data, inspection and assessment findings, and engagement insights. It covers offshore petroleum and greenhouse gas storage activities regulated by NOPSEMA, and offshore renewable energy activities regulated by the Offshore Infrastructure Regulator.

Overall safety performance in 2025 remained strong, with no fatalities and injury rates at near five-year lows. The report identifies areas requiring continued focus, including psychosocial hazards and the importance of effective leadership, systems and workforce engagement.

The report also highlights increasing decommissioning activity as offshore assets age, with plugging and abandonment activity continuing to grow.

NOPSEMA Chief Executive Officer Sue McCarrey said the report provides clear insights into performance, emerging trends and areas for ongoing attention.

“The trends and lessons outlined in this report reinforce a central message,” Ms McCarrey said.

“Strong outcomes are achieved when robust systems, capable leadership, meaningful engagement and effective regulation work together.”

Read the full report here.