As domestic energy security hits the headlines again following the recent licensing announcement from the UK Government, Ellis Renforth, President of Operations for Europe, Middle East & Africa at Wood, explains the need for a more balanced outlook.
The pioneers of the North Sea industry worked in a harsh and unforgiving environment, with little certainty over the long-term rewards. From that though, they built what would become a bedrock of the economy and a key player in our society’s energy security.
When Space Solutions’ consultancy team conducted its latest survey to take the temperature of the workplace sector, we asked organisations across Scotland about their biggest challenges over the past year.
In today's political and economic climate, there are numerous issues facing the North Sea Oil and Gas industry. Problems such as falling production, lack of positive government support, and rising operating and business costs seem insurmountable. But what if there was an easy solution based in the UAE?
A world-class name in specialist industrial services, specialist waste management services and process decontamination has invested more than £500,000 in stepping up its presence in a key emerging overseas market.
The National Decommissioning Centre (NDC) has built an impressive reputation for its research and development supporting the complex energy sector since its launch in 2019. We sat down with the NDC’s director, Professor Richard Neilson, to find out what makes him proud.
Imagine having the ability to predict the future for your assets. The stuff of dreams? Not according to leading corrosion management specialists Surface Corrosion Consultants Ltd.
Fifty years ago, when the offshore oil and gas industry first exhibited in Aberdeen, there was already growing appreciation of the role and potential of Lerwick and Shetland as a far-north support centre.
Aberdeen hit the top spot in two national surveys including ‘Best City to Move to’* in 2023 followed by the University of Aberdeen being ranked 2nd for overall student satisfaction*.
With interests in more than 30 fields in the North Sea, Viaro Energy has quickly established itself as a household name on the UK Continental Shelf. Pursuing a strategy of targeted M&A opportunities, the company has consistently capitalised on unfavourable market conditions through continuous investments in both exploration and production assets, made more affordable by the accompanying economic downturn.
It’s almost upon us! No, not Xmas - Offshore Europe is arriving in Aberdeen. The team talk projections of £50m economic value for the city and give their tourism tips for the north-east.
ABB has acquired the intellectual property rights to Pace CCS’s digital twin technology. The move gives ABB exclusive access to the system that provides a virtual replica of carbon capture and storage infrastructure. It allows potential CCS operators to test scenarios to ensure their design is fit for purpose. That’s a vital tool in de-risking the process for investors and giving them peace of mind.
Global training powerhouse 3t Energy Group is enjoying an exciting period of growth as it announces a rebrand ahead of Offshore Europe 2023. Reflecting the purpose and ambition of the organisation, 3t’s rejuvenated brand reinforces its three cornerstones of training, technology and transformation, as it empowers the workforce with skills and knowledge for their future.
With an increasing focus on climate change, the energy transition has emerged as a defining moment, accelerating the shift to cleaner, renewable energy sources. In this journey towards a low-carbon future, the oil and gas industry has a crucial role to play. Embracing the opportunities presented by the transition, offers the north east an opportunity to generate economic growth and preserve its position as a global energy hub.
A renowned business event that celebrates links between the North East of Scotland and Norway will mark its tenth anniversary on the eve of the forthcoming 50th Offshore Europe.
Phil Brunton is a senior auditor whose career in Health Safety Environment and Quality disciplines has spanned over 20 years. He sustained a knee injury early in his career that drove him towards health and safety as an occupation. In recent years, he has collaborated with software experts, STC INSISO, to develop a tool called COMET Assured which supports and significantly enhances an organisation’s audit and inspection programme. Phil explains why the creation of this software was an absolute necessity for the industry.
Fostering increased collaboration between private players and regional governments will be crucial to optimise renewable energy resources at a larger scale.
The UK’s renewable energy sector is huge, turning over £54.4 billion[1]
Low carbon and renewable energy economy, UK - Office for National Statistics (ons.gov.uk) and generating almost 15% of the country’s energy.[2]