Taking responsibility for the environment seriously
We are The Offshore Pollution Liability Association Limited
We exist to provide an orderly means for the expeditious settlement of claims arising out of an escape or discharge of oil from offshore operations and to provide assurance that those operating oil and gas exploration and production facilities in the UKCS and the territorial waters of other designated states have the financial means to meet remediation costs and compensate those who suffer damage in an offshore environmental incident.
What is The OPOL Agreement?
All oil and gas operators on the United Kingdom Continental Shelf (UKCS) are party to a voluntary industry mutual agreement known as the Offshore Pollution Liability Agreement.
Learn more about what we do
The OPOL Association was set up in 1974 to facilitate and administer the OPOL Agreement. We are a not for profit organisation that oversees compliance of members with their obligations under the OPOL Agreement.
Become a member
Our membership is made up of oil and gas operators exploring or producing in the UKCS and other designated states who mutually agree to abide by the rules of OPOL.
To become a member, you’ll need to submit a Membership Application Form, followed by the relevant evidence of financial responsibility.