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.
How robots are making offshore wind maintenance safer and more efficient
Robots are making wind farm upkeep safer, more efficient, and eco-friendly, says Pete Felton.
Is UK energy policy becoming a political football?
In the past few weeks, the people of Scotland have witnessed just how important energy policy is as the UK looks ahead to a general election.
The dangers of setting unrealistic climate targets
The big bust-up at Holyrood needed a trigger point and that came when the SNP-Green administration formally dropped its target for a 75% cut in emissions from 1990 by 2030.
EVOL: Sunsets on Yousaf, Shell sheds light on New York listing and where will solar shine?
In this week's episode of EVOL, the trio discuss Humza Yousaf's resignation, Shell's Q1 results and the future of solar.
Man takes seven years to recreate giant Thialf vessel out of Lego
Marco de Vries took seven years to create a scale replica of the world’s second-largest semi-submersible crane vessel, complete with crew, ... out of Lego.
Job cut countdown over Harbour Wintershall DEA takeover
Wintershall Dea’s outgoing chief executive, Mario Mehren has spoken out about looming job cuts coming from Harbour Energy's takeover.
Death of former McDermott oilman TJ Blanchard, who lived in Peterhead and Inverness
The American family man, who lived and worked in Scotland for 15 years, died aged 84.
Aberdeen’s RAB Microfluidics lands £750k contract with ‘global energy giant’
Aberdeen-based RAB Microfluidics has secured a £750,000 contract with a “major player in the global energy sector”.
US billionaire Chouest snaps up Aberdeen’s ROVOP
The group owned by US billionaire Gary Chouest has bought up Aberdeen-headquartered ROVOP, a specialist in remotely operated vehicles (ROVs).
GB Energy should put security at its core
With growing geopolitical unrest, and headwinds in renewables, future energy policy should recognise the vital role that oil and gas will continue to play, writes Jon Fitzpatrick, founder and managing director of Gneiss Energy.
Shelf Drilling signs $54 million contract in the UK
Shelf Drilling has announced a $54 million (£43.23m) contract for its Shelf Drilling Fortress jack-up rig in UK waters.
Macquarie sells off 10% stake in East Anglia ONE wind farm
Macquarie Asset Management announced it has signed a deal to divest a 10% stake in the East Anglia ONE offshore wind farm.