Common use of Designation of the operator Clause in Contracts

Designation of the operator. BP Exploration & Production Inc. is designated as the Operator of the Contract Area. The Parties shall promptly execute and file all documents required by the MMS in connection with the designation of BP Exploration & Production Inc. as Operator or with the designation of any other Party as a substitute or successor Operator. Unless agreed otherwise by all the Parties, the Operator shall be classified as the designated applicant for oil spill financial responsibility purposes, and each Non-Operating Party shall promptly execute the appropriate documentation reflecting that classification and promptly provide that documentation to the Operator for filing with the MMS.