Wood’s ‘prospects are improving, but there is still some way to go’
Following Wood’s (LON: WG) latest trading update, shareholders will need evidence of improvement before another takeover bid is rejected, said RBC Brewin Dolphin.
UK wind goals will be missed unless funding increased this month
The UK’s ambitious wind power goals won’t be achieved unless the government takes action this month to raise offshore subsidies, according to energy think tank Ember.
Bridges and Bottlenecks: 05 Energy Systems Thinking
Bridges and Bottlenecks is the latest podcast series by Energy Voice Out Loud in partnership with DNV. Each episode looks to address the hard-hitting issues within the energy transition. Technology exists that will be the bridge to take us there, but there are still a number of bottlenecks that stand in the way of progress.
Octopus boss says bills should be lower for those closer to wind farms
Octopus Energy chief executive and founder Greg Jackson has advocated for regional energy pricing to prevent imports.
Chris Stark to front UK government ‘Mission Control’ to cut emissions
Chris Stark, former chief executive of the Climate Change Committee, will take charge of the UK government’s newly announced Mission Control.
Shell hands Wood Aussie FLNG contract
Aberdeen-based engineering firm Wood has secured a contract with Shell for work on the Prelude floating liquified natural gas (FLNG) facility in Western Australia.
Why diversity and inclusion can be drivers for change across industry
The engineering construction industry is responsible for the design, build, maintenance and decommissioning of major UK infrastructure.
Aberdeen firm RMSpumptools under new US ownership
It's now part of ChampionX and poised to also become part of SLB, formerly Schlumberger.
Deltic accepts one of two new licences as it plans Blackadder farm out
Deltic Energy (AIM:DELT) said it is "in preparation for farm out" of its stake in Blackadder, as it shared news of new licences in UK waters.
The Safety Expo 2024: Shining a spotlight on local QHSE innovation
For decades, health and safety has rightfully remained at the top of companies’ agendas, ensuring the protection of employees, the environment, and the quality of operations.
Commemorating 36 Years: Piper Alpha anniversary remembrance in Aberdeen
A Sombre service paid respects to the 167 offshore workers who died in the tragedy.
Interocean targets growth as it opens new Aberdeen base
Interocean Marine Services has opened a new base in Aberdeen as the firm targets a 20% growth in headcount.
WATCH: Labour wins, now what exactly is GB Energy?
The Labour Party has achieved a landslide victory in the UK general election, however, as it forms the next government clarity is needed on GB Energy.
Piper Alpha service to be held 36 years after disaster
The anniversary of the Piper Alpha disaster is a day of remembrance for the energy industry and this year is no different.
Election Day: Labour Party policies “could spell chaos” for employment
Trade body OEUK warned "details matter" and so do incentives which have enabled Norway to reduce carbon emissions to record low levels.
Step Change survey finds ‘Sharing’ is still an industry safety pain point
Step Change in Safety has unveiled the findings of its Process Safety Workforce Survey which found greater collaboration is still needed across the industry.
NEO merger would fit Repsol ‘quite nicely,’ says analyst
A rumoured tie-up between Repsol and NEO Energy would be a good fit for the Spanish firm which has one of the biggest decommissioning liabilities in the North Sea, an analyst has said.
Make-or-break decade: Bureau Veritas outlines energy transition sticking points
Despite 2024 being a record year for elections and the political instability that may bring, the global energy sector is seeing positive changes in regulation relating to the energy transition.
Opening the Bleed Off: How one man’s journey with suicide is helping the offshore workforce
Steve Beedie, mental health advocate and offshore worker, has written a book, titled Open the Bleed Off, detailing his experiences.
Oil firms urged to be ‘dynamic’ as Climate Camp comes to Aberdeen
Climate Camp Scotland is set to return to the Granite City this summer as protestors prepare to pitch their tents in opposition to Aberdeen’s oil and gas sector.
NZTC report sets the roadmap of Scotland’s hydrogen ‘Super Hubs’
The Net Zero Technology Centre (NZTC) has outlined how Scotland can scale up hydrogen production to establish itself as a leading exporter.
Firm fined over safety failings after employee seriously injured in Fraserburgh harbour fall
Raymond Winton was working for EFAB Limited at the time of the incident, guiding and loading a "shiplift structure", suspended from a crane, onto a flatbed lorry.
Scotland’s energy firms leave political leaders in no doubt over oil and gas challenge in Aberdeen – here’s what happened
Influential business figures put John Swinney, Anas Sarwar and Douglas Ross on the spot as the general election nears.
Total sticks to renewables plan even as support wanes for the EU green deal
"Energy is about the long term," said TotalEnergies' chief executive as he committed to his firm's renewables plans.
Aberdeen election target as political leaders go head to head today on north-east jobs
John Swinney, Anas Sarwar and Douglas Ross will be put on the spot in the Granite City on the same day Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to push a pro-oil line during a visit to Scotland.