Risk advisory and advocacy for the Decommissioning and Abandonment sector

Specialist risk advisory expertise for the Decommissioning & Abandonment sector

Bellrock has developed dedicated risk advisory expertise for organisations and projects in the decommissioning and abandonment (D&A) sector. Our risk advisory services are delivered by advisors with a deep understanding of unique risks in D&A including the contractual, environmental and long-tail exposures impacting Plug & Abandonment and asset retirement.

We provide long term partnership to our clients, illuminating your path to risk maturity by delivering clear guidance, expert insights, and unwavering support to ensure they achieve their fullest potential.

Complimentary risk and insurance critique

​Exclusive to delegates attending the D&A 2026 AUS Summit is our complimentary risk and insurance critique. This obligation free and discreet service examines your current insurance programme against the unique risk profile of your business and identifies opportunities for any critical gaps and cost-saving opportunities in existing coverage.

Five critical risk areas for Decommissioning & Abandonment

Bellrock has observed five key risk areas that businesses in Decommissioning and Abandonment should be aware of and actively mitigate:

  1. Contractor risk allocation & contract structure – the main pressure point for many in decommissioning
  2. Environmental & legacy liability
  3. Workers Compensation & Long-Tail Injury exposure
  4. Interface risk between Principal, Contractor and Regulators
  5. Business reputational & ESG risks – A board-level issue

For further advice, download our guide to risks specific to the D&A sector.

Request a complimentary risk and insurance critique

Simply complete the enquiry form below to arrange a time with Gavin and he will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.


Adam Richardson
Practice Leader, Perth
Adam Richardson

Senior Advisor, Perth

Insurance commonly recommended for the Decommissioning & Abandonment sector

With access to a broad range of markets, our team can confidently advise on benchmarking across the risk spectrum. Clients can be assured that insurers recommended by Bellrock are qualified by financial strength rating, demonstrated claims performance and commitment to the profession and policy class.

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