Former BP, Shell worker now world’s oldest living man
A former BP and Shell worker has been recognised as the world's oldest living man by Guinness World Records.
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Studio announces release date for ‘horror’ video game set on North Sea oil rig
Still Wakes the Deep, which is set on a collapsing North Sea oil rig in the 1970s, will be released in June.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week: Making energy firms more neuro-inclusive
Neurodiversity experts share how minor changes will increase productivity as the sector faces a skills shortage.
What will be the price of Brent at the end of 2024?
Predicting the changing price of oil is a notoriously difficult task, however, recent analysis by Bloomberg Intelligence forecasts that Brent is expected to be above $80 a barrel at the end of 2024.
International energy services provider to recruit 150 new employees in Aberdeen
Aker Solutions has announced plans to recruit 150 employees in 2024 to support its transition to sustainable energy production services globally.
Aberdeen’s Colin Black named ambassador for Scottish asthma charity
Scottish charity Asthma and Allergy Foundation (AAF) have named Aberdeen energy sector veteran Colin Black as their first ambassador.
Understanding Burnout: Its impact and prevention strategies
I know we hear it frequently in the media, in the workplace and even in conversations, but what actually is Burnout and why should we be concerned about it?
UK subsidies for fossil-fuel power plants swell to record
The UK will continue to subsidize fossil-fuelled power plants into the second half of this decade with operators paid a record fee to stay open.
Former Aberdeen oil and gas worker on building property portfolio and appearing on Homes Under The Hammer
James Duguid now has more than 40 homes as part of his property empire.
SPE Aberdeen presents Geothermal 2024 – ‘Heating up the Market’
The eagerly anticipated annual Geothermal Seminar, organised by SPE Aberdeen, is set to take place on 21 – 22 February.
Europe gas approaches oversold levels as demand set to recover
European natural gas futures fluctuated near technical levels that signal the contracts may have been oversold.
Life after oil: How former Aberdeen offshore worker grew sandblasting firm
The business has added its "small piece" to the £30 million Inverness Castle redevelopment.
Shell seeks to reduce its stake in Dutch offshore wind farm
Shell Plc (LON:SHEL) is looking to sell part of its stake in a wind farm it built off the coast of the Netherlands as the company aims to drive more value for shareholders.
Innovative subsea testing tool takes center stage at Subsea Expo
Find out why C-Kore Systems’ Sensor Monitor is such a game-changing tool in the subsea industry.
UNOC takes aim at local content ahead of Saipec
“We don’t believe we are going to energy transition now, not when even countries like the UK are awarding exploration licences. At UNOC, we want to see how other countries are coping with the transition.”
Azeris add women to COP29 organizing committee after criticism
Azeri decision to not include any women in COP29 organising committee criticised by campaign groups.
OEUK aims to set ‘gold standard’ after disappointing D&I results
“We want the oil and gas sector to be the most inclusive sector to come and work” says OEUK boss following disappointing D&I reporting from its member organisations.
Offshore coffee proved too bitter for Huntly saturation diver – so he started making his own
Tony Livingstone launched his business Neptunes Coffee in April last year.
Aberdeen tech firm Xergy opens offices in Broughty Ferry and Australia
Aberdeen technology firm Xergy has opened an office in Broughty Ferry to tap into a "pool of development talent" on Tayside.
Help support charities at exclusive P&J event
On Friday, February 2, 2024, P&J Live will host the P&J 275 Charity Gala in association with Cala. The event promises an unforgettable evening, celebrating the charities that are making a profound impact on our communities.
Triple Boxing Day cheer for Balmoral Group boss Sir Jim Milne
North-east entrepreneur Sir Jim Milne is celebrating his 83rd year by announcing a 37% year-on-year jump in turnover at his Balmoral Group.
Forth Ports CEO steps down after 23 years in charge
Forth Ports Group chief executive officer Charles Hammond has announced he will step down from the role next year after 23 years in charge of the Edinburgh-based company.
Radical reform of electricity system risks delays to wind investment, report warns
One of the main options being considered by the UK Government in a planned shake-up of electricity market arrangements threatens jobs, cheaper energy and new wind projects, a new report warns.
Why carbon capture is Big Oil’s solution for climate change
Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber is the President-Designate of the upcoming United Nations climate summit in Dubai, or COP28. He’s also head of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company.
Aberdeen’s READ Cased Hole targets investment and jobs boost from HQ upgrade
Specialist oil and gas well logging firm READ Cased Hole is targeting a jobs and growth boost from upgrades to its Viking House headquarters in Aberdeen's Bridge of Don.