Trio of radical new cargo vessel designs offer low carbon sea transport alternative
After at least two false starts over the past 50 years, a flotilla of low-carbon ship design options is garnering commercial interest.
Are your systems digital? More importantly, are they connected?
Talk of the energy industry’s digital transformation is everywhere. But what does this mean in reality?
Talent gets a platform
As key contributors to OGUK’s events programme, Lois Wilkinson and Isabella Busch help organise a host of events including the representative body’s annual awards, where members of the next generation achieved industry recognition.
CMS: Doing the right thing
It has become something of a cliché that the Millennial and Gen Z generations are more environmentally conscious and values-driven than their predecessors in the workplace. The Deloitte Global Millennial Survey 2020 showed that there is still truth in that cliché, and despite the financial hardship and anxiety of the last 12 months, younger workers remain focused on larger societal issues and the need to drive positive change in their communities and around the world. This is seen as presenting a challenge to the sector in terms of attracting new recruits.
Offshore wind increasingly hot ticket for apprentices
Offshore wind is fast becoming the hottest industry to be if you’re an aspiring low carbon energy apprentice looking for adventure.
‘Capable trainees are most important asset’
A UK Modern Apprenticeship typically lasts four years. To put that in context, a standard honours degree in Scotland demands a four-year commitment; in England it’s three.
Updated: Activist investor says relationship with Hurricane Energy has ‘deteriorated dramatically’
One of Hurricane Energy’s biggest shareholders has threatened to take “appropriate action” to maximise the company’s potential after complaining of a breakdown in their relationship.
Court approval clears path for Valaris’ emergence from chapter 11
Rig contractor Valaris has received approval from a US bankruptcy court for its Chapter 11 plan of reorganisation.
Top apprentice enjoys life working offshore
For the vast majority of the UK’s workforce, the commute to the office typically involves driving a car, catching a bus or train, hopping on a bike or walking. But not for the thousands of oil and gas workers that travel to installations miles offshore every day – including 20-year-old apprentice Scott Milligan.
Tendeka: Carving out a carbon free future
Those joining the oil and gas industry today will play a crucial role in accelerating the sector towards net zero and galvanising its position in the energy mix.
The right person, in the right place, at the right time
From New South Wales to north-east Scotland, Tavis Potts has come a long way to spearhead the University of Aberdeen’s new Centre for Energy Transition (CET).
Mastering ‘muck-ups’ is the key to comeback
We live in a world in a hurry. A world with both an insatiable hunger for energy and an understanding of the need to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. It’s complicated but these paradigms are not mutually exclusive. Finding a solution that achieves both of these objectives will be an enormous challenge but is far from impossible.
Voyonic makes sure you get exactly the right maritime crew for the job
Voyonic Crew Management Group is dedicated to making sure your vessel is kept in safe hands.
Making green transition into a smooth one
As we plan for a green recovery, the energy sector’s critical role in Scotland’s ambitions to achieve net zero by 2045 has come into sharper focus.
Outdated model holds energy ambition back
In 1992, the UK’s energy system was a very different place.
Capital still available to oil firms, but with green tinge
An oil and gas banking expert said today that capital is still available to the sector, but with green tinge.
UK looks to ‘strike balance’ between net zero goals and North Sea oil sector, energy minister says
The UK energy minister said the government is endeavouring to strike a “careful balance” between achieving net zero while preserving North Sea oil sector skills and security of supply.
Jersey ready to test interest in Buchan project, warns of ‘green premium’ for electrification
Jersey Oil and Gas is ready to test the market’s interest in its Greater Buchan Area (GBA) again after unveiling its £1 billion development concept, with platform electrification as a cornerstone.
Aberdeen harbour chief Michelle Handforth steps down
The woman at the helm of Aberdeen harbour’s £350 million-plus expansion project is stepping down to take up a new job.
Next generation of oil workers at heart of transition
For a successful energy transition, the world needs the oil and gas industry, with its considerable financial clout, to weigh in.
Going beyond ‘box-ticking’ for digital revolution
Industry 4.0 is here but as oil and gas makes the transition to new technology, box-ticking for training just will not cut it, according to Add Energy.
Xodus: Net-zero focus on skill share for transition
The world is at a pivotal time for energy demand and use. An integrated approach to energy systems will help tackle the dual challenge of decarbonising oil and gas and more rapidly advancing low carbon solutions. But a net-zero focus also requires a shift in how skills are addressed.
New insights into the mental health of the remote rotational workforce
Whether on or offshore, the work and lifestyle of a remote rotational worker is unique. While lucrative for some, it has long been associated with a high impact on mental health and wellbeing.
Firm at centre of north-east Brazilian Covid scare speaks out
The testing, inspection and certification firm at the centre of the north-east Brazilian Covid scare has spoken out about the unfolding health crisis.
Energy Institute CEO Kingham to replace Mather as BP’s UK country head
The Energy Institute’s long-serving chief executive, Louise Kingham, will join BP as the oil giant’s UK head of country and senior vice president for Europe.