Seabird tracking data could be used to assess impact of offshore wind farms
A project satellite-tracking hundreds of British and Irish seabirds has revealed new insights into where species search for food at sea.
From the Energy Voice archives: Piper Alpha Disaster
The Piper Alpha disaster happened 29 years ago today. The incident, in which 167 people lost their lives, remains the worst offshore oil disaster in history. We take a look back through the archives at some of the pictures taken before, during and after the tragedy.
Aquamarine wins five year contract for Songa rig work
Aquamarine Subsea has won a frame agreement with Songa Offshore for the provision of a high pressure manifold classing program on four CAT D rigs.
Tyre filled net system to be used on wind turbine prototype
Norfolk Marine’s tyre filled net (TFN) system is to be installed as scour protection at the foundation of the 5MW Elisa prototype under construction in the Canary Islands.
Halliburton completes Summit ESP purchase
Oilfield services company Halliburton has completed the acquisition of electric submersible pump technology firm Summit ESP.
Erin farm-out deal gets Gambian government approval
The Gambian Government has approved Erin Energy’s farm-out agreement with FAR Limited – where FAR will acquire operatorship of two Erin blocks in the Gambia.
Arab quartet meeting over Qatar response to list of demands
Foreign ministers from four Arab nations that have sought to isolate Qatar over its alleged support for extremist groups are holding talks in Cairo.
Bluestream Offshore wins subsea inspection contract
Bluestream Offshore has signed a five year contract, plus two-year extension with ONEgas for subsea structural inspection service in the North Sea.
Statoil subsea system approved at Sygin field
The Norwegian offshore safety authority has given Statoil permission to use its subsea system at the Sygin field.
Sound Energy has gas success in Morocco
UK player Sound Energy has successfully extracted gas from the its Kechoula Discovery in Morocco.
Infographic: Shell Prelude’s key facts and figures
Shell's Prelude floating LNG facility cuts an imposing figure as a giant of the seas.
Supergrid transformers set for delivery to Blackhillock Substation
Four supergrid transformers will complete their journey to Blackhillock Substation near Keith over the next few weeks.
Scottish economy picks up as North Sea linked industries increase output for first time since 2014
The Scottish economy grew in the first three months of the year, staving off fears of a recession.
Qatar’s North Field project doubles in size
Qatar Petroleum has announced plans to double the size of a new LNG project in the North Field.
African Petroleum denies losing Gambia licences
An oil firm has denied claims a West African country has been stripped of two exploration blocks.
Petrobras extends Fugro’s Brazil contract
Fugro has received a two-year contract extension with Petrobras after completing an initial 12-month stint.
Yinson subsidiary sells equity to Japanese firms
Malaysian company Yinson Holdings has sold 26% of its West Africa production subsidiary to a consortium of Japanese companies.
Maersk Supply Service enters Mexican market with Blue Marine
Subtec, a Blue Marine Group subsidiary, and Maersk Supply Service have agreed a long-term contract, entering Maersk to the Mexican market for the first time.
Premier Oil ups stake in Wytch Farm field
Premier Oil has bought a further 3.75% interest in licenses PL089 and P534 – which includes the Wytch Farm field – from Maersk.
Nexen awards letter of intent for North Sea drilling work
COSL Drilling Europe has received a letter of intent from Nexen to carry out work at the company’s Ettrick and Blackbird fields in the North Sea.
AusGroup secures work at Ichthys project
AusGroup has secured a contract for the supply of rope access trade services on the Ichthys LNG project.
Eni ordered to make improvements on Goliat field
Norway’s petroleum safety authority has ordered Eni Norge to make improvements to its procedures on the Goliat field.
Egdon Resources hit by Wressle setback
Egdon Resources was hit by a setback on Monday after North Lincolnshire County Council refused planning permission for development of the Wressle Oil Field.
UN chief: US could meet Paris climate goals despite accord exit
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said the United States may meet the Paris climate agreement’s targets despite pulling out of the international deal.
Dolphin contract terminated by Anadarko
A termination for convenience notice was received by Dolphin Drilling from Anadarko Petroleum Company, ending what was a four-year contract.