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In this issue of CODA Connect, we welcome several new partners, spotlight CODA Partner ARI Water Solutions, release our Decommissioning Waste Disposal Pathways Report, introduce our upcoming reports, and present the newly released NDRI Environmental Risk Assessment Framework.
CODA's Growing Partner Network
CODA is proud to welcome 7 new organisations as part of our partnership program.
Join CODA’s Partnership Program
CODA’s Partnership Program enables companies of all sizes in the decommissioning value chain to make modest financial contributions and become partners with CODA. Our partners receive access to full versions of our Forward Outlook and Waste Facilities databases, reports, studies, their associated materials and more.
Partner Spotlight: ARI Water Solutions
Supporting Cleaner Outcomes in Decommissioning
Stormwater runoff is a key environmental concern in many decommissioning projects, particularly where legacy infrastructure intersects with land-based activity. ARI Water Solutions helps manage this challenge through passive filtration systems designed to treat contaminated runoff before it enters waterways.
ARI’s filters target common pollutants such as sediment, hydrocarbons, heavy metals and PFAS. The systems are engineered to operate without power and with ongoing maintenance, making them suitable for remote sites and variable project conditions.
Designed for the Realities of Decommissioning Work
The technology behind ARI’s filters has been developed in collaboration with Australian water engineers, chemists, and environmental scientists, with support from academic partners. The result is a practical toolset for decommissioning teams seeking to improve compliance, reduce environmental risks, and meet sustainability targets without major infrastructure investment.
Their systems can be integrated into existing site drainage or deployed as part of temporary works. This offers flexibility across different phases of a project, from initial closure to long-term remediation.
Product line
ARI’s product suite includes the Stormwater Filtration Device (SFD), Wash Bay Device (WBD) for waste filtration to 63µm, and the ARI Pillow, designed for capturing hydrocarbons and heavy metals. The Mega Basket, ARI’s high-capacity filter, is capable of filtering up to 16,000 liters per minute, providing robust filtration for high-flow applications.
ARI Wash Bay Device (WBD)™
ARI Pillows™
ARI Mega Basket™
Built for Harsh Environments
With field experience across mining and industrial sites in Australia, ARI’s systems are built to perform in challenging conditions. This includes high-contaminant loads, remote locations, and areas subject to intense rainfall or prolonged dry periods.
In decommissioning, these capabilities support safer site closure and help reduce long-term liabilities associated with uncontrolled runoff and residual contamination.
A Local Business with an Environmental Focus
Headquartered in Perth, ARI Water is an Australian-owned business contributing to improved environmental practices in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Their work supports decommissioning projects with a focus on water quality, ecosystem protection, and compliance with local regulatory frameworks.
More information
For detailed information on ARI Water Solutions, visit their website:
Decommissioning Waste Disposal Pathways Report Now Available
We're excited to release a new report that explores the capacity, capability and regulatory landscape for decommissioning waste disposal in Australia. The report identifies barriers, opportunities and actions to improve the safe and sustainable handling of materials over the coming decades.
Titled Decommissioning Waste Disposal Pathways, the report outlines key challenges facing operators, contractors and regulators as they prepare for long-term decommissioning activity. With the support of the Western Australian Government, the work was commissioned by CODA and delivered by SKH Circular Economy Solutions.
The study involved national consultation with waste and recycling providers, offshore operators and regulators, alongside international benchmarking and legislative review. It also resulted in the development of Australia’s first dedicated Decommissioning Waste Facilities Database, mapping over 2,000 sites with relevant licences and capabilities.
Key findings highlight the need for greater coordination across jurisdictions, better alignment between facility capabilities and expected waste types, and a shift in how decommissioning materials are described and managed, from waste to materials of value.
For a more detailed insight into the report, we invite you to explore the public study on our website.
The full report is available to CODA partners on the CODA Partner Portal.
Upcoming Reports
We're excited to let you know that we've got two reports coming soon.
Northern Territory Decommissioning Location Study
Similar to the Western Australia Decommissioning Hub Location Study we released in 2024, this report documents the evaluation of ports and supporting industries in the Northern Territory that could support the receival, dismantling, recycling, and disposal of offshore oil and gas assets as part of the decommissioning process.
Australia’s Oil and Gas Decommissioning Regulatory Landscape
This report explores the regulatory framework that underpins Australia's oil and gas decommissioning activity in both offshore and onshore environments, and considers how it’s adapting to a growing industry.
Based on direct consultation with a wide range of stakeholders, the report highlights lessons learned from recent projects, identifies areas of regulatory friction, and suggests ways to improve alignment between policy and practice.
New Webinar
Our recent webinar is now available on our YouTube channel
- Proactive Hazard Identification in Offshore Decommissioning
Join us at Australia's Largest Decommissioning & Abandonment Summit
10-11 JUN 2025, PERTH - AUSTRALIA
We're proud to be partnering with Offshore Network to bring Australia's leading decommissioning and abandonment summit to Perth next week!
This year's D&A AUS 2025 summit will be the biggest one yet gathering operators, regulators, and service providers to explore current and emerging challenges in decommissioning . The agenda features insights from key industry stakeholders, updates on major projects, and opportunities for collaboration across the sector.
Only a handful of standard tickets remain.
NDRI (National Decommissioning Research Initiative) Update
The NDRI continues to do important research to better understand the impacts of decommissioning oil and gas structures on the Australian marine environment.
Environmental Risk Assessment Framework Released
The NDRI is excited to launch a new framework to support scientifically informed environmental risk assessments for offshore decommissioning, involving naturally occurring radioactive material (NORM) and mercury.
Developed by leading research scientists, Dr Darren Koppel (Australian Institute of Marine Science) and Dr Tom Cresswell (ANSTO), with expert input from an Independent Advisory Group comprising of regulatory, risk and contaminant specialists as well as, the NDRI Independent Scientific Advisory Board (ISAB), this framework provides a structured approach to assess contaminant risks from leave-in-situ decommissioning options.
Tailored specifically to the offshore oil and gas sector, the framework outlines critical elements for risk evaluation of NORM and mercury. It supports industry proponents and regulators in assessing whether infrastructure left in the ocean aligns with environmental protection standards.
KEY FEATURES
- Focus on end-of-life offshore infrastructure decommissioning
- Applicable to in-situ decision-making for NORM and mercury
- Supports alignment with Australian and international regulatory expectations
- Promotes data-driven, scientifically grounded evaluations
This framework contributes to a broader decision-making context, enhancing our national capacity to responsibly manage offshore decommissioning.
Download the full framework from our website.
NDRI Supports PhD Student
The NDRI is proud to support a new PhD research project led by ANSTO, in collaboration with La Trobe University and the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS).
Congratulations to PhD candidate Alexandra Bastick, who recently completed an NDRI-supported Honours research year at Charles Sturt University and ANSTO. Alex’s outstanding Honours work and prior research experience, position her well to lead this project.
This important study will address critical knowledge and data gaps in understanding the effects of ionising radiation from naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM) on Australian marine organisms.
Outcomes will inform environmental risk assessments for decommissioning offshore oil and gas infrastructure, with broader relevance to other offshore activities and industries for Australia.
We look forward to sharing insights as this research progresses, delivering vital science to improve environmental risk assessments and support balanced decision-making.
