Oil and gas workers split over independence impact
Oil and gas workers are divided over the projected impact on their industry of Scottish independence, a survey suggests.
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Hydro Group to ramp up South East Asia expansion plans
Aberdeen subsea manufacturers Hydro Group are to continue their expansion into South Asia after appointing a new technical support supervisor for the region.
Blacklaw to head EY indirect tax team
EY Aberdeen has appointed a new tax partner, Niall Blacklaw, who will head up its oil and gas indirect tax team.
Scots firm taking renewables into classroom
A new education programme teaching kids about renewable energy is launching in the UK.
Energy giant CNR digs deep with £350,000 charity gifts worldwide
An Aberdeen-based energy giant has donated £350,000 to worthy causes including local charities in the north-east of Scotland to a school and hospital project in the Ivory Coast.
Bristow to introduce new aircraft for oil and gas workers
Operator Bristow Helicopters said yesterday it would be introducing a new aircraft to its fleet from next year.
Yemeni troops killed after oil pipe flight
At least six Yemeni soldiers have been killed after their helicopter was shot down by tribesmen while inspecting oil pipelines, according to reports from the country.
Infographic: Winds of change in US renewables industry
Wind power is now responsible for generating 43% of all new electricity capacity in the USA, according to new findings from the country's energy department.
Subsea training centre helping with altitude training for gold medal winner Hannah Miley
An offshore training facility has been helping Commonweath Games gold medalist Hannah Miley prepare for her title defence in Glasgow next year.
Water leak fears at Fukushima plant
The operator of the wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan has said it is struggling with its latest efforts to stop contaminated underground water leaks from running into the sea.
NorSea to open office in Aberdeen after naming first UK general manager
Norwegian oil services firm NorSea Group has appointed Kim Christensen as its first UK general manager as the company looks to increase its presence in Scotland.
Call for entries as Energy North launches third awards
Industry organisation Energy North has launched its third annual awards recognising the top companies in the Highlands and Islands.
GDF Suez sells half of Portuguese power assets
GDF Suez has agreed the sale of 50% of its thermal and renewable power plants in Portugal to Japanese trading house, Marubeni Corporation.
Luanda now most expensive place for expats, says Mercer
The Angolan capital Luanda has overtaken Tokyo to become the world's most expensive city for expatriates in a survey of 214 cities by Mercer, which cited security for pushing up costs.
EU agrees on Chinese solar panels deal
European Union officials agreed today a deal to settle the dispute with China over solar panel pricing.
Viking SeaTech set for £150million US deal
Aberdeen company Viking SeaTech said yesterday it was on the brink of being snapped up by a US firm in a deal worth about £150million.
New director for Forum Energy
[free] UK oil exploration firm Forum Energy has appointed Eric Recto as a non-executive director.
Rialto names Rose as new interim CFO
Australian exploration firm Rialto Energy has named industry veteran Andrew Rose as their new interim chief financial officer.
RWE Dea committed to North Sea, insists new managing director
Former RWE Dea Norge managing director Hans-Joachim Polk has affirmed the company's commitment to the North Sea after taking over the same role in the UK.
Treasury set to launch major study into UK fuel prices
A CUT-PRICE fuel scheme for Scottish motorists will move a step closer to reality today under plans to help hard-pressed families in rural areas.
Prime Four project ‘sign of Premier’s commitment to North Sea’
Work started yesterday on Premier Oil’s new UK North Sea base at the £125million Prime Four business park at Kingswells, Aberdeen.
Workers ‘still wary of copters’ after update on Super Puma return
Offshore workers attending a safety seminar yesterday said they remain wary about flying on helicopters that were suspended from use after two ditching incidents.
Thai oil spill spreads to nearby islands as clear-up battle continues
An oil spill that has hit a tourist island in the Gulf of Thailand has spread to nearby smaller isles as workers race to clean up the once-white sands and clear waters.
OMV launches international recruitment drive after targeting 1600 new staff by 2016
Oil and gas firm OMV says it is looking to hire another 1600 new staff within the next three years as it looks to expand its exploration work.
Etpm expands its ROV services
Aberdeen-based subsea recruitment company etpm has taken on two new staff after opening an office in Great Yarmouth.