Energy Minister says fracking “fantastic opportunity” for UK
The UK Energy Minister said the government had made clear fracking is a "fantastic opportunity" for the country after an application by Third Energy was approved.
Opinion: Still a long way to go for the UK’s shale gas industry
Whilst this is undoubtedly a significant decision for the nascent shale gas industry, as many in the industry will appreciate, not least Third Energy, there is still a very long way to go before the UK is in a position to demonstrate a credible and sustainable scale of shale gas supply.
Survivor relived moments of 2013 flight after Norway helicopter crash
The offshore worker said he relived how it felt to “fall from the sky” when he heard 13 people had been killed in an accident offshore Norway.
French police use force as labour law strikes spread to oil refiners
French police used water cannons to disperse projectile-throwing protesters blocking a key fuel depot on the Mediterranean.
New Yorkers wade into fracking row
New Yorkers have waded into the row over fracking in North Yorkshire from more than 3,000 miles away after an application was approved by councillors.
Chemical industry hails fracking decision as start of UK “energy revolution”
An organisation representing the chemical industry claimed the UK "energy revolution" is about to begin after a fracking application was approved in England.
Xcite Energy running out of time to find cash partner for Bentley field
Xcite Energy is said to be running out of time to find a partner to get the first phase of its planned Bentley heavy oil field development in the North Sea is and running.
Engie wins North Sea exploration well consent
Engie E&P Norge has received consent to drill an exploration well in block 36/7 in the North Sea.
JDR nets GE Oil & Gas India contract
JDR has netted a contract with GE Oil & Gas for the Vashista & S1 project off the east coast of India.
Ryedale fracking application approved
An application to carry fracking in England for the first time in four years has been granted.
Eni pipeline attacked in Nigeria
A crude pipeline in Nigeria operated by a local subsidiary of Eni has been attacked by militants.
Rangeford Resources appoints new president
Rangeford Resources has strengthened its team with the appointment of a new president.
Energy investor T Boone Pickens forced to reschedule Trump fundraiser event
Energy investor T Boone Pickens has postponed a fundraiser event for Donald Trump which had been scheduled to take place at his ranch next month.
Video: Ivar Aasen topside ready to set sail
The platform deck for the Ivar Aasen field has been completed ready to set sail for Norway.
Poland creates law banning construction of windfarms close to homes
A new law has been created in Poland banning construction of windfarms close to dwellings and hiking projects.
US still top oil and gas producer in 2015
The US remained the world's top producer of petroleum and natural gas last year, according to new data from the country's Energy Information Adminstration (EIA).
Shell reduces ex-pat workforce on Manjoon oilfield
Oil major Shell is said to be reducing its workforce at the Majnoon oilfield in Southern Iraq as the country continues to manage a number of financial pressures.
Russia receives requests to help Syria rebuild oil and gas sector
Russia has said the country’s energy companies have received requests from war-torn Syria to help rebuild its oil and gas industry.
Concerns over North Yorkshire being known as ‘fracking capital of UK’
Objectors to a controversial application to frack for shale gas in North Yorkshire have told councillors they do not want the county to become known as the “fracking capital of the UK”.
Timelapse: World’s largest jack-up rig arrives in Norway
This time-lapse footage shows the world’s largest jack-up rig as it reached Norway.
Sevan Marine considers legal action against Logitel
Sevan Marine said it could take legal action over “potential breaches” of Norwegian corporate law regarding a review of agreements and a convertible loan with Logitel Offshore.
Tata Steel UK bids finalised ahead of Mumbai meeting
Bids for Tata Steel’s UK business are being finalised ahead of a crucial week for the crisis-hit industry and the job prospects of thousands of workers.
FTSE 100 index rises slightly as oil price drop hits commodity stocks
London’s top flight index struggled for direction as commodity stocks came under pressure after the strong dollar sparked a drop in the price of oil.
North Sea helicopter crash: Initial report says flight dropped 2,000ft from the sky when rotor head suddenly detached
Investigators said a North Sea helicopter flight which crashed killing 13 people dropped 2000ft from the sky when its main rotor head and mast suddenly detached.
Texan company warned to stop selling oil and gas shares in Colorado
A Texan company has been ordered to stop selling oil and gas interests in Colorado.