Lego to keep using oil-based materials as it looks for sustainable alternative
The world-famous Danish toy brand Lego will continue to use oil-based plastics in its signature bricks as it found the alternative caused higher carbon emissions.
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Sir Keir Starmer ‘no show’ in Aberdeen despite promised summer visit
Sir Keir Starmer is accused of “running scared” after failing to fulfil a promise to visit Aberdeen this summer to discuss controversial plans to end North Sea exploration.
North Sea oil dealmaker sets sights abroad in $1 billion push
Samos Energy, the investment firm co-founded by Jacques Tohme last year, is looking to spend $1 billion on exploration and production assets from Africa to South America.
Worley takes CCS design win in Qatar
The CCS plant will be able to capture 4.3 million tonnes per year of CO2. It will capture emissions from seven trains at Qatargas North and three trains at Qatargas South.
Scottish energy transition AI firm raises $10m as part of growth push
An Edinburgh based AI firm has raised $10 million as it seeks to accelerate the global energy transition.
Energy sector helps Aberdeenshire firm achieve rapid growth
Aberdeenshire based digital workplace specialist Carbon Group has announced a doubling in revenue after diversifying to support the energy industry.
Big milestone for major hydrogen plant near Kintore
A flagship hydrogen project expected to create hundreds of jobs near Kintore in Aberdeenshire has taken a major step forward.
“Chips once a week”: Offshore industry grapples with health and safety risk of weight gain
Offshore leaders are working to address health and safety risks as North Sea workers’ weight continues to grow.
Exxon weighs chemicals output boost as EVs threaten gasoline use
Exxon Mobil Corp., which operates one of the world’s biggest oil-refining networks, is trying to be more responsive to changing consumer demands as the energy transition gathers pace.
Gordon Brown: States that profited from oil surge should pay global windfall
States which banked "staggering" profits from the high price of oil last year should pay a global windfall levy to help poorer nations in the fight against climate change, former prime minister Gordon Brown has said.
TotalEnergies said to seek sale of Greater Laggan Area
A sale of the assets by TotalEnergies would continue a trend of oil majors and private equity firms leaving the ageing UK sector.
London activists protest oil conference during Guard procession
Campaigners unveiled banners during the Changing of the Guard procession on Friday in protest against a major oil and gas conference held next month.
Clipper South platform celebrates producing 200 billion cubic feet of gas
INEOS has taken to social media to celebrate its Clipper South platform hitting the milestone of producing 200 billion cubic feet of gas following 11 years of production.
MSP asks Jackie Bird to intervene in Aberdeenshire wind farm dispute
The Aberdeenshire West MSP, Alexander Burnett, has contacted Jackie Bird, raising his concerns regarding the giant Hill of Fare wind farm set for Royal Deeside.
Law firms circle Siemens Energy over securities concerns
A number of US law firms are reportedly investigating the potential for class action lawsuits against Siemens Energy after the disclosure of turbine failures prompted a collapse of its stock.
Venezuela, Trinidad seek to unchain Dragon
Young said his country would work with Venezuela “to advance the development and production of Venezuelan natural gas for export and utilisation in Trinidad and Tobago. We have reached a significant agreement and milestone.”
KUFPEC signs up with Shell for Mediterranean work
“This new partnership in Block 3 empowers KUFPEC to boost its offshore assets and exploration activities in Egypt.”
Chevron and unions agree to end Australia LNG strikes
Chevron (NYSE: CVX) and labor unions reached an agreement to end strikes at key liquefied natural gas facilities in Australia that have roiled the global market for the fuel.
UK offshore wind industry pain to last years, hedge fund says
The once-booming UK offshore wind industry faces years of pain, including project delays and possible cancellations, due to soaring costs and higher interest rates.
‘Novel approach’ needed to meet ScotWind floating supply chain ambitions
A ‘novel approach’ is needed for the UK to capture the vast – perhaps overwhelming – amount of floating wind work, says SOWEC supply chain chairman.
HSE issues second safety warning in wake of missing worker inquiry
HSE is aware of aware of incidents of “damaged and dislodged gratings”on rigs which presented risks of harm to offshore workers..
Plate expectations: What’s on the menu for (some) North Sea workers
Pay, travel and camaraderie might rank high on the list of ‘pros’ for those lured into a life working offshore, though perhaps few would say the food.
Road to ADIPEC 2: Policy and finance in the road to net zero
“Energy transitions will play out in different ways, and that means investing in different projects at different stages in different parts of the ecosystem,” Storch noted.
Speakers confirmed for inaugural Women In New Energy conference
Energy Voice has announced the panel of speakers headlining the inaugural Women In New Energy (W.I.N.E) conference in Aberdeen.
Wind sector deal to see Scotland positioned as turbine recycling hub
The Scottish government has announced plans to establish a European hub to recycle and repurpose wind turbine blades as part of a landmark deal.