International SOS launches digital consultation service from Aberdeen
Our interconnected, digital world continues to develop at tremendous pace, and the benefits to healthcare are illustrated with the introduction of online digital consultation.
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New kit to revolutionise inspection techniques for NDT industry
The NDT industry has long required an inspection technique that accurately determines the condition of pipe surfaces below formed scabs. The latest Pulsed Eddy Current (PEC) technology provides just such a solution – and can be applied while pipes are still in service.
Decom North Sea: Fundamentals unchanged for oil industry despite political uncertainty
A quick glance at the news right now illustrates that we are living through interesting times. In the UK alone, this past month’s headlines have been dominated by change, whether that means Brexit, IndyRef2 or the latest budget.
Don’t get left behind at the start of the pension race
Planning for retirement is just one area in which, with the benefit of hindsight, many people wish they had taken action earlier.
Steve Hall takes over at Society of Underwater Technology
Steve Hall has taken over as chief executive of the Society of Underwater Technology following the retirement of Dr Bob Allwood after more than seven years leading the learned society.
Promoted: Singapore Airlines takes off in Houston
It’s been a busy six months for leading carrier Singapore Airlines after it launched a new non-stop route from Manchester-Houston, announced a Flybe partnership to target the North West and Scottish market, and introduced the latest A350 fleet offering an enhanced passenger experience.
Promoted: World’s biggest one-day leaders event returns
Total Perspectives, a provider of inspirational leadership seminars and training, is happy to announce the return of Leadercast Live to the north-east.
Promoted: Press and Journal Energy Cup with Balmoral Group raised £2,700 for ANCHOR
Attendees of the inaugural Press and Journal Energy Cup in association with Balmoral Group raised £2,700 for local charity Friends of ANCHOR.
Event: Preparing for the future of energy – thriving in complex and uncertain times
The Price College of Business Energy Institute at the University of Oklahoma will host its fifth annual Energy Symposium, March 30, 2017, at the Devon Energy Center in Oklahoma City. The event will feature two panel sessions: “Forces Shaping the Future of Energy – Global and U.S. Big Picture” and “Challenges and Opportunities in the U.S.” The sessions will focus on the impact of technology and innovation in areas such as global supply and demand. Speakers from areas in business and academia will encourage discussion on challenges facing the energy industry. Energy Institute board of advisors members, Mike Stice and Bruce Stover, will moderate both panel sessions.
Promoted: Claims – changes to the system
Neil Dempsey, a director at chartered accountants Anderson Anderson and Brown, talks liquidation and the changes that you need to know about as a business owner.
Corrosion erodes safety margins and bottom line
In this, the first of a series of bi-monthly articles, I’m taking a general look at how financial decision-making during new offshore construction may have long-term consequences due to degradation mechanisms.
Oil price and Big Oil; But what about the SMEs?
Rebalancing the oil & gas market has brought sharply into focus the role of subject matter experts and small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) as problem solvers via indirect and creative approaches, typically through viewing problems in a new and unusual light to deliver innovation.
International SOS: Who would you turn to in a crisis abroad?
If you were involved in a road crash during a business trip abroad, who would you call on for support in the first instance?
EIC Connect Oil & Gas UAE: supporting UK supply chain’s expansion into the Middle East
On 23 May in Abu Dhabi, the EIC Connect Oil & Gas UAE 2017 conference and exhibition will bring together major Gulf energy companies with the UK supply chain to explore how they can work together on projects in the region.
Event: Preparing for the future of energy – thriving in complex and uncertain times
The Price College of Business Energy Institute at the University of Oklahoma will host its fifth annual Energy Symposium, March 30, 2017, at the Devon Energy Center in Oklahoma City. The event will feature two panel sessions: “Forces Shaping the Future of Energy – Global and U.S. Big Picture” and “Challenges and Opportunities in the U.S.” The sessions will focus on the impact of technology and innovation in areas such as global supply and demand. Speakers from areas in business and academia will encourage discussion on challenges facing the energy industry. Energy Institute board of advisors members, Mike Stice and Bruce Stover, will moderate both panel sessions.
Offshore Europe launches OE&Me with Sir Ian Wood
Industry doyen Sir Ian Wood has kicked-off a new campaign ahead of SPE Offshore Europe 2017 to encourage previous and future visitors, exhibitors and speakers to share their experiences of the event and what they are looking forward to seeing at September’s conference and exhibition.
Scotland’s Energy Jobs Taskforce: Working together to support the sector
For over 50 years, Scotland has built up a global reputation for its strengths in oil and gas. Years of production in some of the toughest conditions in the world have created one of the strongest international supply chains, a globally respected highly-skilled workforce, a renowned academic sector and well developed energy infrastructure.
Make sure your pension savings go the distance
Global markets behaved as unpredictably as ever during 2016.
Scottish firm Capital Document Solutions helps to keep the country’s offices productive
If Scottish businesses are the engine room of the nation’s economy, the office equipment supporting them must be kept in tip-top condition.
Thinking of selling your business? What you need to know here
The number of Mergers & Acquisitions (“M&A”) completed within the UK Oil & Gas market during 2016 was significantly lower than we have seen in recent years as uncertainty throughout the sector remained. 2016 was a year of adapting to the lower oil price and for most businesses this was achieved by reducing costs. However, confidence is gradually returning and we are seeing more corporate buyers and investors actively looking for acquisition opportunities.
RGU partners to host ‘ Powered by Purpose ‘
Robert Gordon University (RGU) has partnered with a leadership development company to bring the biggest one-day leadership event in the world to Aberdeen.
Accountants AAB appoint new upstream oil services chief
Anderson Anderson & Brown (AAB) has announced the appointment of Ian McPherson as head of upstream oil and gas services.
Lifting Equipment Rental invests six-figures in upgrade of hydraulic fleet
Lifting Equipment Rental, home to one of the largest ranges of specialist lifting equipment for hire and sale in Scotland, yesterday announced a significant investment of £100,000 in 2017, with further investment through a three year programme, for the complete upgrade of its hydraulic ram and pump fleet.
Opinion: Integrating integrity in an aging environment
As operators and duty holders battle to reduce production costs in a mature basin with aging assets, increased focus must be placed on the cost effective safety and integrity management of these declining production profile assets . A challenge indeed!
Stork: Flexible Training Solutions
What does a trained and competent multi-skilled workforce mean to you? Are you looking for an established, cost effective, accessible and industry accredited training provider?