Norwegian regulator finds gaps in petroleum industry AI oversight

Nov 2, 2026
A Norwegian regulator found uneven oversight of AI systems in the petroleum industry, with gaps in system inventories, risk management, supplier monitoring and safety assessments.

A 2026 survey by the Norwegian Ocean Industry Authority (Havtil) found uneven oversight of AI systems in the petroleum industry, according to the regulator's findings published by Cyprus Shipping News. Companies showed differing levels of maturity in system monitoring, risk management, supplier oversight and assessments of potential safety effects.

Some companies maintain registers, assigned roles and processes for classifying and monitoring AI systems. Others lack a comprehensive inventory of systems being developed, purchased or used, including AI included in supplier products and services.

Several companies said they did not use AI systems that could affect safety, while also reporting AI use in well planning, maintenance management and operational analysis. Under the HSE regulations, companies must identify and address both direct risks, such as control of operational processes, and indirect risks, such as recommendations that influence maintenance, drilling and other decisions.

The survey builds on AI and safety guidance Havtil sent to the industry in May 2025. The authority will use the findings in further guidance, industry discussions and supervision.

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