Methane monitoring is key for more sustainable energy production
While uncertainty persists around the adoption of zero-carbon energy sources, the significance of natural gas as a bridging fuel continues to strengthen.
Bid to create Aberdeen memorial statue for North Sea divers
Alan Herriot, who sculpted the Robert the Bruce statue in Aberdeen, will design the new memorial to North Sea divers.
Work, Wellness, and Recovery: The Crucial Connection
We have all had that sinking feeling when you are told that you are good to go, but you still feel that something isn’t quite right. Ongoing recovery support is the true milestone in returning to work, engaging in beloved sports or activities, and enjoying social interactions.
‘Crisis of confidence’: Industry reacts to offshore wind CfD auction flop
A lack of offshore wind bids for the AR5 CfD auction would be the "biggest failure" in UK green energy since 2015, industry figures have said.
Podcast: What’s holding up the North Sea’s £200bn prize? – with David Whitehouse
A “colossal” £200bn could be spent in the UK North Sea by 2030, but about half of that is in investment doldrums over political uncertainty.
Gallery: Were you at our 50 Years of Firsts Event?
Energy Voice held its 50 Years of Firsts Event at the Maritime Museum in Aberdeen on Wednesday night.
Latest AR5 CfD auction fails to secure bids for offshore wind farms – report
There have been no bids for new offshore wind farms in the government’s CfD auction this week, according to a news report.
Stepwise launches emissions reduction pilot with Serica Energy
Environmental services firm Stepwise has announced a pilot project with North Sea operator Serica Energy to reduce emissions from offshore oil and gas wells.
In the spotlight: Systemic reform to UK electricity transmission
The capacity of electricity transmission assets in the UK has been in the spotlight, because a bigger, more complex network is needed to meet the Government’s net zero targets.
Energy transition juggernaut surely now unstoppable as investment surges
On August 25, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution proclaiming that January 26, 2024 will be dubbed the International Day of Clean Energy.
Hydrogen ‘bank’ could bring storage at scale to UK North Sea
Aberdeen University is working on a project where hydrogen could be “banked” in depleted oil and gas reservoirs in the UK North Sea.
NSTA to become hydrogen regulator
The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) is to become the regulator for the UK’s offshore hydrogen storage and transport.
UK ‘completely uncompetitive’ for oil and gas investment, says EnQuest CEO
EnQuest (LON: ENQ) CEO Amjad Bseisu has warned that the UK is “completely uncompetitive” for upstream oil and gas investment.
Making things that were previously impossible, possible
Industrial data analytics is now a multi-billion-pound sector in the UK alone and continues to grow exponentially
£100bn of North Sea projects held up as production hits 30-year low
Around £100 billion of North Sea projects are being held up over political uncertainty – while UK oil production hit its lowest in nearly 30 years.
Rosebank still on track for approval this year, says Equinor boss
Equinor (OSLO: EQNR) is still on track to approve the Rosebank oilfield in the West of Shetland this year, the UK boss of Equinor has said.
‘And John Lewis will come back into town…’: Ithaca boss talks up high street boost of Cambo and Rosebank
The chair of Ithaca Energy has talked up the economic benefits of backing the Cambo and Rosebank projects for local economies, including a potential high street resurgence.
Anas Sarwar challenged to face oil and gas industry at Offshore Europe
The Scottish Labour leader is facing calls to attend the major industry event following concerns over Labour's plan to end North Sea exploration.
Chris Cox and Curium Resources going after North Sea’s untapped discoveries
A “fundamental belief” that the UK should be developing its North Sea resources is the big driver behind Chris Cox’s new vehicle, Curium Resources.
TotalEnergies eyes 2025 start-up for Culzean electrification project (exclusive)
'Ambitious' schedule expected to see an FID made later this year.
Lerwick Harbour evolving to meet new challenges
Fifty years ago, when the offshore oil and gas industry first exhibited in Aberdeen, there was already growing appreciation of the role and potential of Lerwick and Shetland as a far-north support centre.
ISA’s ‘outstanding’ international education is fit for the future
Aberdeen hit the top spot in two national surveys including ‘Best City to Move to’* in 2023 followed by the University of Aberdeen being ranked 2nd for overall student satisfaction*.
Podcast: Offshore Europe, IRA and OilyFans
It’s almost upon us! No, not Xmas - Offshore Europe is arriving in Aberdeen. The team talk projections of £50m economic value for the city and give their tourism tips for the north-east.
Aberdeen chamber’s energy transition survey needs your input
It aims to capture the mood of the industry as it strives for net-zero.
TotalEnergies weighs up West of Shetland FIDs
TotalEnergies is weighing up its projects for FID (final investment decision) in the West of Shetland, but the uncertain fiscal regime in the UK may have an impact.