Delayed Energy Strategy can show value in long-term thinking
Putting weight behind an audacious, long-term and properly funded energy strategy would signal true commitment from the Scottish government.
Opinion
‘Oh woe is us’: UK turbine maintenance
David Rennie’s comments around Hywind maintenance being a "lost opportunity" left me puzzled and asking the question as to whether or not he actually understands the floating turbine marketplace as well as he ought.
Voting for a better and greener tomorrow
With a UK election looming, how important is the wider sustainability and net zero agenda to the UK electorate?
Oil and the general election: the ‘banners’ vs the ‘mandaters’
We are now approaching the run-in to a General Election, possibly short and probably long. Either way, we will be heading for the polls later this year, clutching our photo identification.
Government must take the people with them to achieve Net Zero
If those countries which have declared the aim of achieving “Net Zero” are to ever actually achieve it then I have news for them: they won’t do it by diktat, threats or bullying.
Education and support is vital to turn the tide on mental health issues
Despite ongoing national and global campaigns focusing on improving mental health and awareness, millions of working days are lost, with the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) highlighting that for the year of 2022/2023, the UK reported the highest level over 15 years.
James McCallum: Energy firms must embrace ‘power of technology’ to ease their troubles
Xergy founder James McCallum discusses the role of technology in helping improve energy firms' margins.
Kazakhstan takes aim at long-term supply boost
These initiatives make Kazakhstan one of relatively few countries in the world able to attract strong investment interest both from international oil companies and local players.
Ray Riddoch: Oil and gas sector must be prepared for looming EU Methane Emissions Regulation
Ray Riddoch OBE, industry expert and Chairman of Sentinel Subsea, is warning the industry to be prepared for the new EU Methane Regulation.
Why going it alone means no one wins
IOGP members are committed to eliminating routine flaring in a collective effort on climate action, writes CEO Graham Henley.
Deals in Africa: 10 things to watch in 2024
M&A remains an important means for oil and gas companies to access new reserves and opportunities, despite the challenges.
Is electrification really the answer for the UK North Sea?
The desirability of electrification in a mature North Sea is questionable, writes Wood Mackenzie.
Steve Rae: What keeps me up at night? Maintenance backlog and competence
At every Q&A session following the many presentations I give, I am asked: “what are the things that keep you awake at night?” writes Steve Rae, Director with Fortitude – Action Beyond Compliance.
Closing the workforce gap in cyber security for energy sector
The energy industry has intensified its focus on cyber security in recent years in response to rising geopolitical tensions and infrastructure and assets becoming more digitally connected.
Challenges for the UK offshore oil and gas supply chain in 2024
The UKCS offshore oil and gas market supply chain is not averse to challenge having ridden the wave of the oil price collapse, Brexit and Covid-19 over the last decade.
Slaying the ‘grid must rule’ dragon for wind
The development of offshore wind around the UK whether using fixed foundations or floating has been hailed as a great success.
My tuppence worth on COP28!
Jeremy Cresswell compares Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon classic, Money, to COP 28 in the wake of the climate conference.
Open up and let’s get the life balance right
When I started my career, I was the first year group to receive a personal laptop. Access to email was not widespread, files were paper and your best friend was your giant key calculator (or an ‘adding machine’, real old school auditing).
Energy costs ‘wildcard’ and an upcoming election
While the past year has been one of highs and lows, the next twelve months look set to offer more of the same.
Substantial investment uncertainties for UK remain despite raft of assurances
While substantial investment uncertainty remains in the UKCS, the year has seen examples of risk-reducing policies from an investor standpoint, writes Professor Alex Kemp
Elevating energy innovation and transformation in 2024
We stand at the intersection of progress and urgency in the global pursuit of net-zero emissions by 2050.
2024 the year of a ‘Sea Change’ in the North Sea
The UK urgently needs coordinated and integrated transition plans to ensure a just and fair transition for all, writes Professor Paul de Leeuw
Opinion: Offshore sector must be at the heart of securing UK’s energy future in 2024
When GMB said the UK needs “plans not bans” for the future our energy sector we meant it, and our offshore sector must be front and centre.
An optimistic energy lawyer’s 2023 almanac
It's that time of year when people look back over the past 12 months, then get the crystal ball out to guess what might happen in the year ahead.
Accelerating energy jobs in 2024
As we approach the end of one year and look ahead to opportunities and ambitions for the next, I think it is clear to see that the UK stands on the brink of a remarkable opportunity to lead the charge in the global energy transition.