Ashtead invests £1.5m on new Houston base
Aberdeenshire-headquartered subsea service firm Ashtead Technology has invested £1.5 million in a new base in Houston as part of its international expansion drive.
Events
Scottish oilfield service sector diversification ‘here to stay’
The Scottish oil and gas supply chain’s diversification into other markets is “only going to continue” as the energy transition gathers momentum, a business leader has said.
AAB reaping rewards of strong Houston links
Houston operations are making an ever greater contribution to the fortunes of an Aberdeen-headquartered accountancy firm.
A culture of technology critical to North Sea and Gulf of Mexico
It is a widely held view that the implementation of innovative new technologies will be critical to the future sustainability of mature offshore basins such as the North Sea and the US Gulf of Mexico as they compete for investment alongside other more cost competitive regions and energy sources.
Sector facing challenges but now has some belief
It may have been billed as the big 50th anniversary last year but in all honesty the Offshore Technology Conference was celebrating a little early.
Houston the place to be as confidence returns
It was nicknamed Space City and has developed a reputation the globe round for being the home of Nasa.
Debut delegates need to learn the ropes
Oil and gas technology law specialist and head of corporate for Pinsent Masons in Aberdeen, Martin Ewan, could be described as a veteran of OTC in Houston.
From adversity, good things can come, Worley chief says
Efficiency gains made by the oil and gas industry since the start of the downturn show that “from adversity, good things can come”, an energy sector chief said.
Texas entrepreneur bids to come full circle in Granite City
An entrepreneur who left Aberdeen for Texas almost 25 years ago has a burning ambition to put down roots for his company in the Granite City.
OTC conference a microcosm of most majors’ drives
The agenda for this year’s Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston can be compared to the strategies of most oil and gas majors.
OGUK director ready to stoke up debate at EV breakfast event
An industry leader will look to stoke up the conversation about the UK oil and gas supply chain's ability to prosper in a “new reality” at a sell-out event during OTC week in Houston.
We need to look ahead
As many prepare to head across to Houston for 50 years of OTC, it’s worth noting that, while there will be a Golden Anniversary Gala Dinner to mark that milestone, the opening session of the conference is about the next 50 years for our industry.
‘Fantastic response’ to Balmoral’s new cost-saving technology
Aberdeen firm Balmoral Group said a cost-saving product it is showcasing at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston has had a "fantastic response" from industry.
Showcasing UK talent at OTC
‘Going the distance’ is the theme of OTC this year as the annual conference celebrates its 50th anniversary – a pivotal exhibition for the UK oil and gas industry to showcase its capabilities on an international stage.
US Gulf set for ‘big year’ of M&A deals
The US Gulf of Mexico is in the midst of a “big year” of mergers and acquisitions, a top analyst has said.
Balmoral answers industry demand with new foams
Balmoral has completed an extensive R&D programme to develop a new range of low-density syntactic foams.
Entrepreneurs in focus for P&J event
The key role played by entrepreneurs in the region’s economy will be outlined at a north-east business breakfast this month.
20 energy majors to grace inaugural Energy Exports Conference
Majors including Aramco, BP, Ørsted and Shell will talk about US$150bn of global projects requiring UK products and services
Go beyond Brexit at P&J business lecture
How will businesses fair after Brexit and where is the UK and Scottish economy headed after our impending divorce from the European Union?
Three await decision for major prize
Three north-east businesswomen are just weeks away from finding out which of them will be crowned outstanding human resources (HR) director of the year at a prestigious annual awards ceremony.
Apache joins panel for Energy Voice event at OTC
A member of the management team at operator Apache Corporation will join the all-star panel for Energy Voice's annual breakfast briefing in Houston in just under two weeks.
Golden chance to celebrate the energy industry
An annual competition celebrating excellence in the UK energy industry has had its entry deadline extended.
Teams in running for HR awards
Judges have whittled down dozens of applicants to reveal the shortlist for terrific teams and tremendous teachers at the north-east’s most prestigious HR awards.
Entry deadline looms for north-east business ‘Oscars’
The entry deadline for “Oscars” championing the best of north-east business is looming and companies of all kinds are being urged to get involved.
Industry leaders go for gold
An industry leader who has taken their firm through digital transformation is being sought to entre this year’s prestigious oil and gas awards.