Plugging Away

Plugging Away

The Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA)

Episodes 20
Avg. Duration 31m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jun 2023
Latest Episode May 2026

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Welcome to Plugging Away, your go-to source for in-depth discussions and insights into the world of oil and gas decommissioning. Brought to you by The Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA), this podcast is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and sustainable approach to managing Australia's aging oil and gas infrastructure. Join us as we dive into the decommissioning industry and engage in thought-provoking conversations with stakeholders from every facet of the field to explore the latest developments, cutting-edge research, and game-changing technologies that are shaping the decommissioning landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional, or simply curious about the processes involved in decommissioning, our podcast is designed to provide valuable insights, actionable knowledge, and inspiring stories that matter. Expect to gain an understanding of the challenges, innovations, and solutions that are driving the sustainable transformation of Australia's oil and gas infrastructure. Tune in to Plugging Away and become part of a community dedicated to shaping the future of decommissioning, as we work together to build a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable energy landscape.

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Recent Episodes

The Evolution of Decommissioning Conferences

May 14, 2026 32m

CEO Francis Norman is joined by Tommy Angell and Rachael Brand from Offshore Network to discuss the evolution of decommissioning conferences and the growing momentum across the offshore…

Research and Innovation in Well P&A

Apr 13, 2026 13m

CODA CEO Francis Norman speaks with Harald Linga from SWIPA about the role of research and collaboration in advancing well plugging and abandonment.Hosted by SINTEF and supported by the Research…

Planning for Future Decommissioning in Norway

Apr 07, 2026 22m

CODA CEO Francis Norman speaks with representatives from Offshore Norge about how Norway is preparing for the next phase of offshore decommissioning.Joining the conversation are Anne-Lise Søyland,…

A Norwegian Regulator’s Perspective on Well P&A

Mar 23, 2026 13m

In this episode of CODA’s Plugging Away podcast, Francis Norman speaks with Nina Ringøen from Havtil about the role of regulation and oversight in preparing for the next phase of offshore well…

Cutting Technology for Pipeline and Well Decommissioning

Feb 26, 2026 32m

In this episode of Plugging Away, CODA CEO Francis Norman speaks with Nick McNally, Managing Director of Decom Engineering, about innovation, international growth and the evolving demands of…

Accessing Skilled Personnel Across Borders

Feb 09, 2026 12m

In this episode of Plugging Away, CODA CEO Francis Norman speaks with Paul Sammeroff, Partner at Resource 17, about the realities of sourcing and mobilising skilled personnel across the global energy…

Getting to Know Rean Gilbert

Jan 19, 2026 22m

In this episode, CEO Francis Norman sits down with CODA’s new General Manager, Rean Gilbert, to explore her career journey and what drew her to the decommissioning sector.Rean shares her path from…

2025: A Year of Pogress for CODA & Decommissioning

Dec 18, 2025 43m

In this final episode of the year, Pawel Rybczynski, Brand and Communications Lead at the Centre of Decommissioning Australia (CODA), is joined by Francis Norman, CEO of CODA, to reflect on 2025 and…

Global Subsea Decommissioning Lessons with Centurion

Dec 10, 2025 38m

In this episode, CODA CEO Francis Norman speaks with Brett Phillips, Subsea Manager at Centurion, about the company’s growing role in subsea decommissioning across Australia and internationally.Brett…

Conversations at SPE Offshore Europe 2025

Sep 30, 2025 47m

In this episode, CODA CEO Francis Norman records live from SPE Offshore Europe 2025 in Aberdeen, speaking with leaders across the decommissioning sector, including technology, regulation, academia,…

Petrobras and Decommissioning in Brazil

Aug 25, 2025 31m

In this episode, CODA CEO Francis Norman is joined by Edson Valverde, Decommissioning Manager at Petrobras, to discuss how Petrobras manages one of the largest offshore decommissioning portfolios in…

Decommissioning Insights and Lessons From Europe

Apr 04, 2025 46m

In this episode, CODA Brand and Communications Lead Pawel Rybczynski asks CEO Francis Norman to share reflections from his recent travels across Europe, including stops in Aberdeen, Bergen, Stavanger…

Researching decommissioning challenges

Nov 22, 2024 44m Transcript

In this episode, CODA CEO Francis Norman is joined by Renea Larsen, Program Director of the National Decommissioning Research Initiative (NDRI), Dr. Dianne McLean, Senior Marine Scientist with AIMS,…

Decommissioning & sustainable ship recycling

Sep 20, 2024 42m

In this episode, CODA CEO Francis Norman explores the current state of global ship recycling with Kostas Galanis, Director at DIDO Shipping Group and Chairman of the International Ship Recycling…

NORMS, Mercury, and PFAS in oil & gas decommissioning

Jul 15, 2024 1h 19m Transcript

In this episode of Plugging Away, we sit down with industry experts from OLEOLOGY to discuss the critical aspects of managing naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORMs), mercury, and PFAS in…

Tackling decommissioning waste: challenges & opportunities

May 22, 2024 31m

Join CODA General Manager Shaun Sadler and waste management expert Kim Horwood as they delve into the intricacies of waste management arising from oil and gas decommissioning. Discover the varying…

Q1 2024 activities & achievements

Apr 29, 2024 16m

In this episode of Plugging Away, CODA CEO Francis Norman reflects on CODA's activities and achievements in Q1 2024 with General Manager Shaun Sadler, and Projects & Engagement Manager Samara…

Wrapping up 2023, looking ahead to 2024

Jan 05, 2024 40m

CODA's journey in 2023 was marked by significant achievements and substantial growth. Join in as CEO Francis Norman, General Manager Shaun Sadler, Projects and Engagement Manager Samara Groves, and…

CODA & the National Decommissioning Research Initiative (NDRI)

Aug 25, 2023 12m

Listen in as CODA CEO Francis Norman has a conversation with outgoing National Decommissioning Research Initiative (NDRI) Program Director - Cassy Schmidt, about the Program and its achievements, as…

Conversations at D&A 2023

Jun 20, 2023 46m Transcript

Join in as CODA's Pawel Rybczynski speaks to a number of CODA Partners at the 2023 Decommissioning and Abandonment conference in Perth Western Australia.

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