West of Shetland operators look to source electrification from shore
The West of Shetland Electrification Project programme manager, Daniel Sprich, discussed plans to source power for three major developments from onshore at an NSTA seminar.
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Using spaces to nurture skills
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.
Access to capital key to energy transition success
Offshore Europe’s 50 year anniversary is an occasion to celebrate the huge success the energy industry has brought to Aberdeen and Northeast Scotland over the past five decades.
Harbour Energy having ‘difficulty’ with major North Sea electrification scheme
A mammoth North Sea electrification scheme – targeted for start-up in 2028 - is proving a tough nut to crack.
On track for future energy transition?
At the start of August I had the pleasure of attending with my teenage sons the UCI Cycling World Championship Mountain Bike event at Nevis Range near Fort William.
Failure to prepare means preparing to fail for wind turbine operators
Recent Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy (SGRE) turbine failures – which could end up costing the company more than one billion euros - have caused an understandable stir within the renewable sector.
Windfarm ships fleet struggles to cope with mega-turbines
The global windfarm construction vessel (WTIV) fleet now stands at around 50, mostly Chinese-owned vessels, with at least a further 11 on order and four more believed close to FID (final investment decision).
Questions ahead for the next Offshore Europe
Columnist Dick Winchester questions what is in store for SPE Offshore Europe following its 50th anniversary.
Several key players keen to deploy fresh capital in changed M&A landscape
Callum Gray, Corporate Finance Partner at the AAB Group, shares his view on the impact of the energy transition on Scotland’s M&A landscape.
Ineos Energy strikes subsurface agreement with SLB
“The Performance Centre model of collaboration is another example of SLB leadership in oil and gas innovation.”
£100bn of North Sea projects held up as production hits 30-year low
Around £100 billion of North Sea projects are being held up over political uncertainty – while UK oil production hit its lowest in nearly 30 years.
Rosebank still on track for approval this year, says Equinor boss
Equinor (OSLO: EQNR) is still on track to approve the Rosebank oilfield in the West of Shetland this year, the UK boss of Equinor has said.
Ørsted ready to abandon US wind projects without help
Orsted said it’s prepared to walk away from projects in America unless the White House guarantees more support, highlighting the myriad challenges facing wind-energy developers in the country.
Gallery: Offshore Europe 2023 has caught the Love Bug
Offshore Europe has made its much-anticipated return to the Granite City with exhibitors bringing their A-game to attract attention.
BP contracts entirety of Woodfibre’s net zero LNG
BP said it was on the look out for more opportunities in the gas value chain. It aims to reach 30mn tpy of LNG in its portfolio by 2030.
Turnover of UK energy chiefs an ‘absolute disgrace’, says former minister
A former UK Government minister has taken the current regime to task for repeatedly changing who is in charge of the energy brief.
Eni gears up for Cinnamon spud off Morocco
A number of companies have come to explore Morocco’s offshore, drawn in by attractive tax rates and geological models, but have been largely disappointed.
UAE to stump up $4.5bn for clean power in Africa
Masdar will stump up $2bn of equity, with another $8bn in project financing and through its Infinity Power venture. The Abu Dhabi-based company intends to reach 10 GW of clean energy in Africa by 2030.
Maximising economic recovery of North Sea remains UK Gov strategy, says energy minister
But he wouldn’t comment on Equinor’s Rosebank oilfield, which is still awaiting government approval.
‘Let the show begin!’: Aberdeen leaders champion oil and gas as Offshore Europe gets underway
Aberdeen business and political leaders underlined their support for the city’s oil and gas industry as the Offshore Europe conference officially kicked off.
Mocean wins European funding for Orkney wave machine
“Innovation funding is crucial for early-stage technologies, and I am grateful to EuropeWave for this support which will help leverage the additional private investment this project will require,” he continued.
Facing Argentine politics, Molecular makes plan to sell out
Molecular said Argentina is “economically and politically volatile and unstable and has degraded materially” since it invested.
Anas Sarwar challenged to face oil and gas industry at Offshore Europe
The Scottish Labour leader is facing calls to attend the major industry event following concerns over Labour's plan to end North Sea exploration.
From Aberdeen to the UAE: How this Dubai-based oil supply centre caters to your needs
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?
Denholm Environmental Limited invests in regional presence to serve a growing demand for its specialist technologies
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.