UK Oil & Gas PLC (LSE:UKOG) has confirmed the successful completion of the plugging and abandonment of its Broadford Bridge-1/1z well in West Sussex. The decommissioning programme, which began in late 2025, was finalised on 4 February 2026 and carried out in accordance with all regulatory approvals and operational requirements.
The company said the work reflects its commitment to fulfilling decommissioning responsibilities and maintaining responsible management of its legacy hydrocarbon assets. UK Oil & Gas also noted that local authorities were kept fully informed throughout the process, ensuring regulatory transparency and stakeholder engagement.
The well closure aligns with the company’s broader strategic transition away from traditional oil and gas operations. UK Oil & Gas is increasingly focusing on developing clean energy initiatives, particularly in the areas of energy storage and hydrogen production, as it reshapes its long-term business model.
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UK Oil & Gas PLC is an AIM-listed UK energy company that historically focused on domestic oil and gas exploration and production. The company is now repositioning its portfolio toward clean energy opportunities, with a strategic emphasis on hydrogen generation and energy storage technologies as part of its transition strategy.
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