Offshore Europe to bring ‘more than £50 million to the north-east economy’
The long-awaited return of Offshore Europe is not just impacting energy firms, local business experts say the event will bring "more than £50 million" to the Granite City.
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Aberdeen ETZ: Could St Fittick’s Park be saved after all?
A last ditch plan to save Torry's largest park from development for the Aberdeen energy transition zone is being hatched. Industry chiefs warn it could cost the city millions.
Plans underway for £2.7bn Scotland hydrogen pipeline to EU
Scottish Government plans could see the country supply 10% of EU hydrogen demand and create 700 jobs.
Ex-Sullom Voe boss joins Aberdeen Science Centre as chairman
Leading north-east businessman Craig Lennox has been appointed chairman of Aberdeen Science Centre (ASC).
Government sets aside £3.5m to look into impact of turbines on air defence
The UK government has set aside more than £3.5 million in funding to limit the impact offshore wind farms have on the country's air defence.
Offshore Europe: Confusion over admission policy for parents and babies
New mum was told 'blanket policy' meant no children allowed.
Elemental Energies lands £10 million decommissioning contract with Archer
Elemental Energies has secured a contract with an estimated value of £10 million with Archer to support a major decommissioning project in the UK North Sea.
Update: Oil production continues amid Gabon coup
A TotalEnergies official said the company was “mobilised to ensure the safety of its employees and operations, which is its main priority”.
Wave-powered subsea equipment trial extended into 2024
A pioneering project pairing wave energy with battery storage to power subsea equipment off Orkney is to be extended into next year, after a successful four-month trial.
US wind under pressure amid potential $2.3bn Ørsted impairment
All told, Ørsted’s impairments may reach 16 billion kroner ($2.33bn).
Neptune Energy in top 1% of 100,000 energy firms for ESG
Neptune Energy has been named among the top 1% of 100,000 global energy firms for its ESG credentials.
Burness Paull’s Aberdeen team limbers up for high-profile presence at Offshore Europe
The firm's energy industry experts, led by Bob Ruddiman, are 'match-fit and turbo-charged'.
‘OilyFans’: London agency pitches oil and gas hit campaign (Exclusive)
Following an ‘OilyFans’ billboard sting in July, Don’t Panic is pitching a multi-thousand-pound online hit campaign, complete with a stunt film and deepfakes of oil bosses.
Step Change in Safety names ‘widely respected’ new executive director
Craig Wiggins, who has spent time at the likes of BP, Petrofac and Neo Energy, will replace Steve Rae in October.
Greenpeace calls for Rugby Wold Cup oil ads to be sent to sin bin
Ahead of the Rugby World Cup, Greenpeace has called for a ban on all fossil fuel advertising and sponsorship in sports.
Ahead of trial, Orrön faces threat of higher penalty for war crimes
The prosecutor has proposed three different amounts in the past five years, Orrön said.
Hill leaves IOGP, signs up with Namibian junior
"Ms. Hill’s experience in the African energy sector will be invaluable to the Board as we build out our business and grow the Company.”
North Sea regulator NSTA seeks £80k-a-year chairperson
The North Sea Transition Authority has begun its hunt for a new board chairperson ahead of the departure of Tim Eggar in spring 2024.
Oil and Gas Chaplain Gordon Craig to step down after 11 years of service
Reverend of the Oil and Gas Chaplaincy, Gordon Craig, has announced that he is retiring with his replacement set to take over in October.
Watch: Aker Solutions floors latest part of Valhall complex at Norwegian yard
After weeks of work, and “several rounds of weakening”, Aker Solutions has finally felled the “stubborn old thing” at the Stord decommissioning yard in Norway.
Rejecting Egypt route, Cyprus aims to capture more Aphrodite value
Pressure has been growing on the Cypriot government to increase local benefits, particularly given high electricity prices.
Environmental tech firm Recycl8 bags Scottish Enterprise grant
Environmental services firm Recycl8 is launching a recruitment drive after it secured a six-figure sum from Scottish Enterprise.
Ades plans Saudi IPO in September
The IPO will “support us in continuing to deliver growth and cement our position as the leader in the jack-up drilling market in Saudi Arabia and globally”, said chairman Ayman Abbas.
Well-Safe launches new global consultancy business
Well-Safe Solutions has announced the creation of a new business line aimed at deploying its well engineering and project management talent worldwide.
Airswift acquires Worley recruitment division to support oil and gas workforce demand
Global workforce solutions provider has acquired Energy Resourcing, Worley’s recruitment and contractor management business.