New images show demolition of Aberdeen’s landmark Shell HQ
Diggers were seen tearing down the iconic Altens building, which was once hailed as the energy giant's "nerve centre".
Waldorf Prodution: No comment on liquidity woes
Amidst reports that Aberdeen’s Waldorf Production is being faced with liquidity shortfalls, the firm remains tight-lipped.
OEUK appoints trio of North Sea bosses to its board
Trade body Offshore Energies UK has made a series of appointments to its board with North Sea bosses from Well-Safe Solutions, EnQuest and Wood all joining.
Who is the new UK energy minister Justin Tomlinson?
On Friday Graham Stuart announced he was stepping down from government as Justin Tomlinson replaced him as the UK’s energy minister. But who is Justin Tomlinson?
Chemists and engineers set to resume strike action in the North Sea
Unite the union has confirmed that 60 of its members, employed by IES Callenberg and SGS UK, are set to resume strike action.
Petrofac shares dive as firm plans to sell parts of business for debt
Share prices have taken a nose dive as Petrofac has shared an update on how it aims to shift its debt as stakeholders are sent "running for the hills."
ADNOC considered takeover of BP
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) had been looking into a potential takeover bid for BP (LON: BP), however, the firm has decided against the move.
‘Definite potential’ for NEO acquisition but ‘risk’ to buyer
As rumours of Aberdeen’s NEO Energy going up for sale circulate, analysts say “there's definite potential there but this does come with risk”.
Australia plans IRA-style act to drive green manufacturing tilt
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese plans an Inflation Reduction Act-style program to stimulate green manufacturing industries and drive his nation’s economy beyond its traditional minerals extraction base while bolstering economic security.
Stricken Scottish divers face ‘unacceptable’ 180-mile treatment delay after NHS funding pulled
Following NHS funding getting pulled divers on Scotland's west coast are faced with a 180 mile journey to the nearest hyperbaric chamber
UK joins pact to protect North Sea infrastructure
The UK, along with five other countries, has signed a declaration to protect energy and telecommunications infrastructure in the North Sea.
‘They’d probably go on strike’: Can offshore workers handle a smoking ban?
Harbour Energy's chief medical officer has put cigarettes in his sights but others warn a ban could harm the industry.
‘Maggie Thatcher was on the phone’: Tales from Shell’s Tullos HQ
As Shell’s iconic headquarters in Tullos gets demolished, former staff members have shared stories of hijinks and calls from the prime minister.
Readers react: Should smoking still be allowed offshore?
News that the UK's largest producer of oil and gas is considering new rules on smoking offshore, Energy Voice readers have shared their opinions.
Former highlands RAF base up for grabs as freeport lands tax incentives
A former highlands RAF and Royal Navy base is set to be repurposed for renewables under the Inverness and Cromarty Firth green freeport as tax incentives roll in.
Final investment decision taken on Brasse
A group of Norweigan oil and gas firms have made a final investment decision (FID) on its Brasse field in the northern North Sea.
North Sea’s biggest producer aims to see an end to smoking offshore
The controversial topic of a smoking ban crops up regularly, however, for Harbour Energy's chief medical officer it's only a matter of time.
Balance and diversifying are key to future energy
Diversification – in terms of energy sources, innovation and resource – is the vital component to creating a thriving energy sector in Scotland.
EVOL: Colombia hold up, Super Puma remembrance and what to do about the gas grid?
It may be Easter week but that does not mean the news has slowed down, Energy Voice reports may not be hunting for eggs but they have found some interesting stories.
Valaris 143 contract with Aramco suspended
Valaris has announced its Saudi Arabia joint venture firm, ARO Drilling, has received a notice of suspension on a contract.
Is ‘just transition’ an empty slogan? Climate lawyer says north-east shortchanged by government
Tessa Khan’s group, Uplift, is challenging the Rosebank field off Shetland and argues politicians are not preparing for the future.
Innovative saw boosts international growth
Decom Engineering is preparing for substantial overseas growth after its intellectual property (IP) passed a “strength test” with flying colours.
Financial expert on ‘if you do oil and gas, we’re not interested’ attitude
There are still a number of barriers to entry for clean energy technologies while oil and gas is offering up work, creating a Catch-22 situation for supply chain firms seeking investment.
Collaboration underpins OPITO’s commitment
As a high-risk industry, safety has been a priority across the energy sector. Following the adverse incidents we have seen we must never forget the lives lost in such incidents.
AFBE-UK welcomes energy leaders to D&I event, AFBELive 2024
Diversity and inclusion group AFBE-UK is welcoming energy sector guests to its upcoming event in London.