‘Real doubt’ over feasibility of CNS electrification plans
Analysts have questioned the feasibility of electrifying major Central North Sea assets given the maturity of the area.
Events
‘It’s going to be a total failure’: expert takes aim at government over hydrogen support
A leading voice on hydrogen has delivered a grim forecast for one of the government’s flagship support schemes.
WoodMac: ‘Holistic’ fiscal review could spur energy transition
A ‘holistic’ approach to the UK’s fiscal regime for oil and gas could help speed up transition efforts as firms increasingly operate across multiple sectors, according to analysts from Wood Mackenzie.
Podcast: What’s holding up the North Sea’s £200bn prize? – with David Whitehouse
A “colossal” £200bn could be spent in the UK North Sea by 2030, but about half of that is in investment doldrums over political uncertainty.
Gallery: Were you at our 50 Years of Firsts Event?
Energy Voice held its 50 Years of Firsts Event at the Maritime Museum in Aberdeen on Wednesday night.
Virtual reality, the new ‘positively engaging’ safety training tool
North Sea firms have been moving away from traditional training methods for staff and adopting technology from video games that force workers to live through vital training scenarios in the virtual world.
UK political parties are united in long term transition approach, Offshore Europe hears
This year has seen the UK’s political parties go toe to toe in the debate surrounding energy transition, however, OEUK’s Jenny Stanning asks are party views “really that different?”.
Hydrogen ‘bank’ could bring storage at scale to UK North Sea
Aberdeen University is working on a project where hydrogen could be “banked” in depleted oil and gas reservoirs in the UK North Sea.
Energy minister vows ‘commitment to listening’ to sector
Addressing a session on skills and the energy transition, Scottish energy minister Gillian Martin said she would listen to the industry to ensure a supportive policy landscape.
UK ‘completely uncompetitive’ for oil and gas investment, says EnQuest CEO
EnQuest (LON: ENQ) CEO Amjad Bseisu has warned that the UK is “completely uncompetitive” for upstream oil and gas investment.
Fusion, digital and diversity: What’s in store for Offshore Europe 2073?
As Offshore Europe celebrates its 50th anniversary, industry leaders offered thoughts on what the event could look like in another fifty years.
Harbour Energy having ‘difficulty’ with major North Sea electrification scheme
A mammoth North Sea electrification scheme – targeted for start-up in 2028 - is proving a tough nut to crack.
Questions ahead for the next Offshore Europe
Columnist Dick Winchester questions what is in store for SPE Offshore Europe following its 50th anniversary.
Rosebank still on track for approval this year, says Equinor boss
Equinor (OSLO: EQNR) is still on track to approve the Rosebank oilfield in the West of Shetland this year, the UK boss of Equinor has said.
Gallery: Offshore Europe 2023 has caught the Love Bug
Offshore Europe has made its much-anticipated return to the Granite City with exhibitors bringing their A-game to attract attention.
‘And John Lewis will come back into town…’: Ithaca boss talks up high street boost of Cambo and Rosebank
The chair of Ithaca Energy has talked up the economic benefits of backing the Cambo and Rosebank projects for local economies, including a potential high street resurgence.
Maximising economic recovery of North Sea remains UK Gov strategy, says energy minister
But he wouldn’t comment on Equinor’s Rosebank oilfield, which is still awaiting government approval.
‘Let the show begin!’: Aberdeen leaders champion oil and gas as Offshore Europe gets underway
Aberdeen business and political leaders underlined their support for the city’s oil and gas industry as the Offshore Europe conference officially kicked off.
Anas Sarwar challenged to face oil and gas industry at Offshore Europe
The Scottish Labour leader is facing calls to attend the major industry event following concerns over Labour's plan to end North Sea exploration.
TotalEnergies eyes 2025 start-up for Culzean electrification project (exclusive)
'Ambitious' schedule expected to see an FID made later this year.
OEUK all set for an inspiring Offshore Europe
It’s hard to believe it’s been four years since Aberdeen last hosted Offshore Europe. Since 2019, we’ve weathered a global pandemic, witnessed the impact of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and seen energy become a hot topic in political and public debate.
A world of opportunity awaits at the Scotland Pavilion
Offshore Europe 2023 launches this week in Aberdeen with a theme of ‘Securing sustainable and equitable energy for the next 50 years and beyond’. Here Lynn Grieve, Scottish Development International’s Global Head of Trade for the Energy & Low Carbon Transition, explains how the event provides an opportunity for Scottish firms to play a leading role in the energy transition.
TotalEnergies weighs up West of Shetland FIDs
TotalEnergies is weighing up its projects for FID (final investment decision) in the West of Shetland, but the uncertain fiscal regime in the UK may have an impact.
TotalEnergies’ Payer talks skills, safety and diversification in North Sea
UK managing director Nicolas Payer on TotalEnergies' multi-energy plan for the region, and having 'no regrets' on sharing footage of the Storm Otto safety incident on Elgin-Franklin.
Offshore Europe 50: Innovation is in the north-east’s DNA
For the last fifty years, the North Sea energy industry has been synonymous with endeavour, innovation, and achievement.