‘Too early’ to say how Chevron staff will be affected by UK exit
Following news that US supermajor Chevron has put its UK assets up for sale, the firm has said it is “too early” to comment on how it will affect up to a dozen workers.
JAB Recruitment commits to $1m investment welcomes new staff
Aberdeen’s JAB Recruitment has unveiled a string of promotions and new appointments as it commits to a $1 million investment.
Impact of changes to the skilled worker route on the energy sector
The UK government has instituted nearly a 50% increase in the minimum salary threshold for those arriving into the country under the Skilled Worker visa route.
Record smashed as near 12,000 people attend All Energy 2024
The All Energy conference in Glasgow welcomed a record number of attendees to last week’s event.
Shell investors back weaker emissions targets at annual meeting
Shell Plc shareholders approved the company’s new energy transition plan with weaker carbon-emissions targets, while rejecting a resolution asking the oil and gas giant to align itself with the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement.
Next wave of Bristow pilots strikes takes off as dispute continues
Helicopter pilots at Bristow are set to commence another wave of industrial action.
‘Warfare’ in the Tory government raises fears over Harland & Wolff
UK government swithering is putting offshore and maritime engineering firm Harland & Wolff at risk, say reports.
Brazil president Lula fires Petrobras CEO after dividend dispute
Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has fired Jean Paul Prates, the chief executive of state-owned oil company Petroleo Brasileiro SA, following a dispute over dividend payments.
Invest ABZ panel calls for ‘sustainability and clarity’ to deliver net zero
Attendees at Invest ABZ heard how “sustainability and clarity” are needed in the energy sector in order to deliver energy transition workers.
Scottish ports band together to seize wind opportunities
Ports across Scotland have come together to form a “collaborative forum of the country’s leading infrastructure facilities” in offshore wind.
Bristow strikes: Pilots told ‘you just don’t understand the offer’
Striking Bristow pilots were told “you just don't understand the offer” when they rejected the latest tabled deal, trade union BALPA said.
Sikorsky: High reliability benchmark saw firm ‘punished’ over S-92 maintenance backlog
A Sikorsky boss said his firm set such a high benchmark for reliability that it was "punished" when a global spare parts shortage hit its S-92 helicopter model.
Ex-Spirit Energy boss named new CEO of Serica Energy
Serica Energy (AIM: SQZ) has appointed Chris Cox as its chief executive with the former Spirit Energy boss set to take up the role in July.
John Swinney commits to debate future of oil and gas in Aberdeen
The new first minister says he's "very happy" to take part in the challenge first agreed by Humza Yousaf and opposition leaders.
Rosebank oil protestors plan day of action in Aberdeen and Shetland
Campaigners also plan to make demands at energy firm Equinor’s annual general meeting in Norway today.
Kistos ‘recycling of project economics’ at Greater Laggan Area
Kistos (LSE: KIST) has said it is “now undergoing a recycling of project economics” at the Greater Laggan Area due to changes in “the cost environment.”
Exxon is hit with $726 million verdict over benzene and cancer
A jury in Philadelphia found Exxon Mobil Corp. liable for $725.5 million in damages due a former mechanic who claimed its petroleum products exposed him to benzene that caused his cancer, according to his lawyers.
£100 million awarded Haventus’ Ardersier Port renewables revamp
Ardersier Port owner Haventus has received a £100 million joint credit facility from the Scottish National Investment Bank and UK Infrastructure Bank (UKIB).
Aberdeen’s X-Academy forced to shut down due to lack of funding
Aberdeen’s skills acceleration group, X-Academy has been forced to shut down due to a lack of funding.
Collaboration key to unlocking UK’s £1 trillion offshore wind export opportunity
The UK can unlock significant future growth opportunities in offshore wind – but only if industry and government work collaboratively to support a positive investment climate.
‘I made the shift from North Sea oil to green energy’
To achieve a just transition workers in traditional energy sectors such as oil and gas must see a pathway to greener employment.
Exclusive: Nearly 100 jobs cuts expected from Repsol’s Aberdeen base
A trade union leader has said that the impact of job cuts at Repsol UK is "concerning".
Worley workers walk out at Sullom Voe Terminal
Pipefitters, riggers and electrical technicians employed at Sullom Voe Terminal (SVT) by Australian company Worley Services are taking part in a 24-hour walkout today.
Rovco to create over 100 new jobs in Scotland
Technology solutions provider for the offshore wind sector Rovco is recruiting for over 100 new jobs across its Aberdeen and Edinburgh bases.
Confined space safety: ‘Ignorance in the aftermath is not a valid excuse’
A north-east safety and training firm has released a report into confined space working and how workers should be educated in the subject.