We actively look for better ways of doing things, never satisfied with 'good enough'.

Our culture encourages people to collaborate, share ideas across our network and learn from each other. We recognise that not all innovations succeed but we test ideas quickly and learn early without taking large risks.

Our people are at the core of innovation. Applying ideas that improve tools, processes and systems only works because our people have the skills and attitudes that embrace innovation and keep it moving forward.

Innovation in action

• Our team in California redesigned components and extended planned maintenance intervals by 40%
• BP has taken steps to patent a new pump and seal system we devised
• We developed an alternative to the select phase link bridge design on the Harding Area Gas project
• Our innovation delivered oil three months ahead of schedule in Chad
• Our team on the Rong Doi offshore platform formed a human chain to repair the flare tip