Our Services
DERA Consult provides business, operations, engineering and sustainability advisory services to organisations operating in complex and changing environments.
We support clients across the business and project lifecycle — from opportunity assessment and feasibility studies to development planning, technical and operational support, risk management and performance improvement.
Our work combines commercial understanding, engineering and operational insight, stakeholder engagement and sustainability considerations. We tailor our involvement to the client's needs, providing direct advisory support and coordinating specialist expertise where required.
Whether you are assessing a new investment, developing an energy or infrastructure project, strengthening an existing operation or improving governance and sustainability performance, DERA helps you move from challenge to practical action.
Business Strategy & Commercial Advisory
We help organisations assess opportunities, navigate complex business decisions and develop practical strategies that support growth, resilience and long-term value.
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Business strategy and performance improvement
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Opportunity assessment and commercial analysis
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Feasibility studies and investment assessments
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Business planning and development strategy
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Market, stakeholder and operating-environment assessments
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Risk identification and mitigation planning
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Strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement
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Governance, management processes and decision-support frameworks
Operations & Engineering Support
DERA provides advisory and coordination support to businesses managing complex technical assets, industrial operations and engineering projects - onshore and offshore. We draw on practical experience across upstream oil and gas, offshore operations, energy infrastructure, process safety and asset performance.
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Operational performance and reliability improvement
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Engineering project and technical modification support
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Process safety and major hazard risk advisory
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HSE management systems, assurance and compliance
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Asset integrity and operational risk management
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Engineering change and project risk coordination
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Environmental performance and operational monitoring
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Technical reviews, specialist coordination and implementation support
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Contractor, supplier and operational interface management
We work with clients to identify challenges, strengthen controls, coordinate technical inputs and support safe, reliable and efficient operations. Where specialist engineering design, verification or certification is required, we coordinate with appropriately qualified professionals.
Project Development & Delivery
We support organisations from the early stages of an idea through project development, planning and implementation readiness. Our role is to help clients clarify requirements, understand risks, coordinate stakeholders and establish the foundations for successful project delivery.
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Concept development and feasibility studies
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Early-stage and start-up development support
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Project development planning and coordination
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Technical, commercial, regulatory and risk assessments
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Government and regulatory engagement
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Licensing, permitting and approval coordination
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Project governance, risk registers and delivery frameworks
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Stakeholder coordination and specialist adviser management
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Sustainability and HSE considerations in project design and development
We help clients understand what it will take to move a project forward, what decisions must be made, which risks need to be addressed and what additional technical or commercial expertise is required.
Sustainability, HSE & Responsible Business
Sustainability, HSE & Responsible Business
We help organisations integrate sustainability, environmental and social risk management, governance and responsible business practices into their strategy, projects and operations.
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Sustainability strategy and implementation planning
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HSE and environmental risk advisory
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ESG baseline assessments and gap analysis
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Environmental and social risk management frameworks
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Greenhouse gas accounting and emissions management
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Governance policies, procedures and management systems
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Sustainability and ESG due diligence
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Regulatory compliance and reporting support
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Local content and responsible supply-chain considerations
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Sustainability performance indicators and management reporting
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Sustainability finance readiness and supporting documentation
We focus on practical solutions that reflect the organisation's business model, operating environment, stakeholder expectations and available resources. The objective is to strengthen business performance, manage risk and support responsible, sustainable growth.
Governance, Risk & Assurance
Effective governance and risk management help organisations make better decisions, improve accountability and build resilience. DERA supports clients in establishing the frameworks, controls and reporting processes needed to manage their businesses and projects effectively.
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Corporate governance frameworks and policies
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Enterprise and project risk assessments
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Risk register development and mitigation planning
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HSE and operational assurance frameworks
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Management systems, procedures and controls
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Board and management reporting frameworks
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Regulatory and compliance reviews
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Due diligence for transactions, investments and business partnerships
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Stakeholder and contractor risk management
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Governance and performance improvement initiatives
We help organisations translate requirements into practical processes that support accountability, informed decision-making and effective oversight.