Oil spill at Thai Oil facility in Chonburi
It reported no casualties as a result of the spill. The company did not disclose the volume of oil spilled.
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Podcast: Offshore Europe, IRA and OilyFans
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.
Aberdeen chamber’s energy transition survey needs your input
It aims to capture the mood of the industry as it strives for net-zero.
Strongest ever results for Ashtead Technology, amid strong market
Offshore renewables were up 74.1% to £16.3 million, from £9.4mn in the previous period. Offshore oil and gas revenues were up 50% at £33.5mn.
‘Hundreds’ of jobs as Wood unveils $330m deal with Harbour Energy
The partnership will involve employment for “hundreds of people” at Wood’s business in Aberdeen and offshore. The company said it expected to hire more people in 2024 for the work.
TotalEnergies weighs up West of Shetland FIDs
TotalEnergies is weighing up its projects for FID (final investment decision) in the West of Shetland, but the uncertain fiscal regime in the UK may have an impact.
TotalEnergies’ Payer talks skills, safety and diversification in North Sea
UK managing director Nicolas Payer on TotalEnergies' multi-energy plan for the region, and having 'no regrets' on sharing footage of the Storm Otto safety incident on Elgin-Franklin.
Offshore Europe 50: Innovation is in the north-east’s DNA
For the last fifty years, the North Sea energy industry has been synonymous with endeavour, innovation, and achievement.
New digital partnership takes the risk out of CCS
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.
Supply chain heads to Offshore Europe to seize renewable opportunities
As the energy industry turns its attention to Aberdeen for Offshore Europe, Sian Lloyd Rees, the industry’s appointed supply chain champion, says firms are geared up for the opportunity at this this “global” event.
Empowering the future workforce with training
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.
Advancing Energy: Embracing transition and paving the way for a lower carbon 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.
ABZ Business Park – multi-let, multi-benefit options ready to be snapped up
Flexibility is the name of the game for most businesses nowadays – especially when it comes to finding the right location to grow your business.
Offshore Europe attendees told not to forget about workers’ mental health
Those attending the landmark Offshore Europe conference in Aberdeen this week are being urged to keep the mental health of workers at the forefront of their minds.
The landscape of mental health is changing but there’s more to be done
Fifty years ago, Offshore Europe first came to Aberdeen, and this month, the world renowned exhibition and conference marks its special 50th birthday.
AR5 CFD: Auction results due as wind sector sounds warnings
To most of the population, AR5 of CFD may sound like a mysterious code but in some Whitehall offices, the messages it reveals will be awaited with great interest and some nervousness.
Honeywell puts process emissions on watch
“Not a lot of people talk about process emissions, they may be 10 times greater than fugitive emissions and over a longer period,” Fielding explained.
Albyn School: Celebrating inclusion and diversity
At Albyn School, our commitment to inclusion and diversity is ingrained in our ethos and practices.
Criterium drops plan for Indonesian purchase amid pricing woes
This mismatch prevents “any accretive equity financing”. As a result, the proposed pricing of the offer and purchase are not “in the best interest of the company and its shareholders”.
China leaves everyone behind in race for renewables income
“Shifting business models toward greener activities is about more than being virtuous for the sake of the planet,” says BNEF’s Michael Daly. “There’s a huge financial opportunity for companies that help drive the energy transition.”
Reframing of energy debate urged at Offshore Europe preview event
“The debate shouldn’t be oil and gas versus renewables. It should be oil and gas plus renewables."
Octopus to take over Shell’s home energy businesses in the UK and Germany
Shell has announced that it has sold its home energy businesses in the UK and Germany to Octopus Energy Group.
Maersk Supply Service to axe 130 UK jobs amid restructuring
According to the company website, Maersk Supply Service's sole UK office is in Aberdeen.
Saipem hands Indonesian LNG train over to BP
The engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract also covered an onshore receiving terminal, a 1-km long LNG jetty, an LNG and condensate loading berth and other utilities.
UK reviewing membership of controversial Energy Charter Treaty
The UK Government is reviewing its membership of a controversial pact over claims it is at odds with international climate commitments.