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The Export Control Joint Unit has issued Notice to Exporters 2025/09 advising of the update of the Open General Export Licence, Oil and Gas Exploration Dual Use Items
The licence, which allows a range of dual-use hydrographic goods, software and technology that are exported to support industrial oil and gas contracts, has been updated from 15th April, 2025. The licence was first issued in 2013.
The licence can be used for a wide range of destinations. However, exporters are reminded that use of the licence is dependent on compliance with licence terms and conditions and is subject to the annual licence returns reporting.
Open general export licence oil and gas exploration: dual-use items - GOV.UK
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