They do it bigger in Houston
The first week of May in the largest city in Texas means one thing for Edward Stokes.
Advantec wins Nexen development contract
Subsea Controls firm Advantec Aberdeen has won a multimillion-pound contract from Nexen for work on its Golden Eagle Area Development project.
BG Group posts better results for first quarter
Oil giant BG Group yesterday revealed better than expected results for the first quarter after the shock resignation of its chief executive at the start of the week.
Safety awards highlight work in offshore industry
Leading lights of safety culture in the North Sea were heralded at an awards ceremony in Aberdeen yesterday.
Early North Sea activity sparks “2013 crisis” fears
North Sea exploration and trading activity has got off to a slow start, raising fears that 2014 could be worse than the “exploration crisis” year of 2013.
Wood Review good for business at Plexus
Plexus Holdings has won a contract extension worth £900,000 to provide well head equipment and services to Centrica Energy Norway.
Industry rocked as BG boss quits
The oil and gas world was rocked yesterday with the surprise resignation of BG boss Chris Finlayson after less than 16 months in the job.
Korrie Renewables completes first renewable energy park
Inverness firm Korrie Renewables has completed development of the city’s first renewable energy park with the creation of 12 jobs.
Appointment of new North Sea regulator by July as DECC begins headhunt for top figure
The Department of Energy and Climate Change is “not hanging about” as it puts in place the new energy regulator as proposed in a report on the North Sea led by Sir Ian Wood.
Aquaterra Energy awarded £10m Catcher contract for Premier Oil project
Offshore equipment firm Aquaterra Energy has won a £10million contract to provide drill centre templates (DCTs) for Premier Oil's North Sea Catcher project.
Ennsub lands bumper ROV systems deal
Subsea engineering firm Ennsub has been awarded a multi-million pound contract to design and manufacture two ultra-deepwater workclass ROV launch and recovery systems for Rovop.
Major North Sea projects only viable under united Britain, insists Fallon
UK Government Energy Minister Michael Fallon has insisted major North Sea projects which underpin Britain’s energy security are “only possible” thanks to the union.
Bamford steering new course at Aquatic
It has been 40 years for Aquatic Subsea, but for vice president Jenny Bamford the adventure is still in its early days...
Offshore transfer firm opens doors as conference heads to Aberdeen
A north-east firm whose technology offers an alternative to helicopters as a means of transporting staff to offshore platforms is hosting an event in Aberdeen to meet the demand for information about its products.
Hydrasun set for £3m Aviemore upgrade after landing HIE backing
Energy services firm Hydrasun is investing £3million in its specialist manufacturing facility at Aviemore, creating 20 jobs.
Energy industry firms among those landing royal recognition for international success
Firms from the north, north-east and Argyll and Bute were among those to win prestigious prizes for international trade and an audience with the Queen at Buckingham Palace.
Renewables conference will mean £350K boost for island
A renewable energy conference in Stornoway is set to see £350,000 pumped into the local economy, First Minister Alex Salmond has revealed.
Talisman boss takes home £5m pay packet
The boss of struggling Canadian oil giant Talisman was paid over £5million in 2013 but is expected to retire before the end of the year.
CNOOC hails ‘deeper understanding’ of Nexen
The Chinese owner of the UK North Sea’s giant Buzzard oilfield said “harmony has been further promoted” since its buyout of Canadian oil and gas firm Nexen last year.
New finance chief for Ace Winches
Deck machinery maker Ace Winches has appointed Kevin McLardy as its chief financial officer to manage its financial strategy at a time of significant growth.
£550m valuation for North Sea testing firm after floating
Materials testing firm Exova yesterday made its debut on the London Stock Exchange, achieving a £550million valuation.
Scotland’s recovery hit by Grangemouth refinery dispute
Mixed figures emerged yesterday highlighting the fragility of Scotland’s economic recovery and its impact on jobs.
Inspections specialist Aisus looks to expand after hitting £1m target
Aberdeen-based Aisus Offshore has achieved its ambition to reach turnover in excess of £1million in its first year in business.
Global Energy Group top Scot in business list
Nigg shipyard owner Global Energy Group (GEG) has topped a list of fast-growing firms in Scotland.
ITC wins £1m of North Sea work
A north-east hydraulics firm has won contracts worth over £1million, including work refurbishing parts from Piper Bravo and Fulmar.