Work starts on controversial Dava Moor windfarm project
Work has started on a controversial windfarm project on a famous Highland moor.
Energy Transition
Ogic invests more than £85,000 into new Scottish oil and gas technology R&D projects
The Oil and Gas Innovation Centre (Ogic) is investing more than £85,000 into three projects which have the potential to cut operating costs and improve efficiency in the offshore industry around the world.
Polaris goes global in its quest for new business
A global approach is paying off for Aberdeenshire-based energy service firm Polaris Learning.
Poll says 60% willing to fly less to address climate change
As many as six out of 10 people would be prepared to fly less in the next year to help tackle climate change, a survey suggests.
Oil firms among those benefitting from RGU big data project
A government-backed initiative to help companies exploit the value of data has celebrated its first year of operation in Aberdeen.
Eni, Sonatrach sign agreement for renewables in Algeria
Eni said it has reached a strategic agreement with Sonatrach for the implementation of renewable energy in Algeria.
CHC Helicopter apprentices set for career lift off
CHC Helicopter’s aviation apprenticeship programme has produced its first batch of graduates.
Dong Energy plans ‘multi-million pound’ UK offshore wind hub
Plans for the east coast of England to become a hub for the emerging offshore wind industry received a boost Thursday, after Dong Energy A/S said it would invest in a “multi-billion pound” facility at the mouth of the river Humber.
Chief executive ditches 100K-a-year job to set up sustainable energy firm
Imagine having a salary in excess of 100,000 euros, a chief executive position at a large corporation, and the steadfast support of your boss, all by the age of 26.
Oil services find hope in giant windmills anchored to ocean bed
Gulf Island Fabrication Inc. has for decades built hulking platforms to extract oil and natural gas from the seabed. With the collapse of offshore drilling, the company has turned to helping harvest another energy resource: wind.
ReNew News: Fugro reduces downtime at Rampion offshore windfarm
Fugro has created an innovative development for its work class remotely operated vehicles.
Paris pact on climate change edges closer to approval
Some 60 countries have now ratified the world’s first comprehensive climate deal, meeting one of two thresholds needed to bring the agreement into force.
RGU wins funds to draw up training programme for Indian oil and gas workers
The UK Government has awarded Robert Gordon University (RGU) funding to identify and close skills gaps in India’s energy sector.
Solar energy on brownfield sites to bring commercial boost for Ireland
Solar energy development on brownfield sites in Ireland could reach as much as 3GW beacuse of increasing commercial advantages, according to reports.
Tech Tuesday: OGA unfurls strategy to achieve MER UK
Over the past 50 years, the UK continental shelf (UKCS) has grown to become one of the world’s most diverse and technologically advanced basins with a successful track record of developing and deploying new technologies. Despite a fluctuating oil price, investment in technology presents significant opportunities to improve Opex and Capex efficiencies, reserve recovery and create value through supply chain exports.
Electric car subsidy claims plunge after payments reduced
The number of motorists claiming a Government subsidy for new electric cars has plummeted to the lowest level in two years after the amount of money available was cut, figures show.
First Dounreay radioactive material flight to US takes off “in secret”, report says
The first transfer of radioactive material from Dounreay to the US as part of an agreement between London and Washington took place at the weekend, a news report said.
Hydro firm generates £55m for Highland economy in 8 months
A hydroelectric company has generated £55 million for the Highland economy so far this year as it advances with an ambitious build programme.
Amec Foster Wheeler wins renewables deal
Amec Foster Wheeler has won a renewables deal for the Tees Renewable Energy Plant in Teeside, UK.
Chinese firms consider acquisition of National Grid network
Chinese firms are eyeing a deal to snap up a stake in a UK gas distribution network as the Government gives final approval for the £18billion China-backed Hinkley nuclear project.
Iqarus designs new hostile-environment medical training centre
Aberdeen-based occupational healthcare business Iqarus has designed an £800,000 simulation facility to toughen up medical professionals.
Ecosse wraps up work on £5m seabed clearance project
Banchory-based engineering firm Ecosse Subsea Systems said yesterday it had finished work on a £5million contract to clear the seabed for an offshore wind farm.
Key posts filled at £180m Oil and Gas Technology Centre
The chief executive of the new £180million Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC) in Aberdeen yesterday revealed she had already filled a number of keys posts.
First Bus low carbon award not to be poo-pooed
The bus division of Aberdeen-based transport giant FirstGroup has won an award for its efforts to reduce emissions from its fleet, which include the development of a "poo-powered" vehicle.
Oil industry bodies call for apprenticeship levy delay
Two oil and gas industry bodies have called for the UK Government to delay the introduction of the £3billion apprenticeship levy until 2018.