Azeri oil exports via Turkey pipeline up 1.3%
Azeri oil exports through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline rose to 28.86million tonnes, according to the state energy company SOCAR.
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Energy policymaker named as solar lobbying group’s new leader
The US solar industry's top lobbying group has named energy policymaker Abigail Ross Hopper as its new chief executive.
Shell reprimanded over oil sands vote ban
Oil major Shell has been reprimanded by the commissioner of Canada Elections for allegedly failing to provide some of its Fort McMurray oilsands workers adequate time off to vote in the 2015 election.
Grid in ‘imminent danger’ from cyber threats, energy report says
The US electric grid "faces imminent danger" from cyber-attacks, which are growing more frequent and sophisticated, according to the Energy Department.
Troubled Nigerian loans seen spiking before economic rebound
Access Bank Plc is predicting that the level of troubled loans in Nigeria will continue to climb before an economic recovery in the second half of the year brings relief to the country’s lenders.
Canada rules out Arctic oil drilling extensions for Exxon and BP
The Canadian government says it won’t grant extensions to exploration licenses for Exxon Mobil Corp., BP Plc and other oil firms as it prepares for consultations over the impact of an Arctic drilling moratorium.
Saudi Arabia cuts oil output by 486,000bpd
Saudi Arabia has said it will cut oil output by at least 486,000 barrels per day (bpd) as it implements OPEC's agreement to reduce output.
Tillerson to be “overwhelmingly” supported for Sec of State role, predicts Senator
The chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee has said he expects Rex Tillerson to win strong support in the Senate during his confirmation process.
Oil & Gas UK creates fresh guidelines on unmanned aerial systems offshore
Industry body Oil & Gas UK has created a fresh publication to give the industry guidance on the growing use of umanned aerial systems (UAS) offshore.
IKM Testing wins Aibel contract for Johan Sverdrup work
IKM Testing Thailand has been awarded a contract with Aibel for deliveries to a drilling platform being built for the Johan Sverdrup project.
Shell High Court battle looms, could trigger further cases against multinationals
A court in London will decide in coming weeks whether Shell can face trial in the UK over oil spill allegations in Nigeria.
Nigerian oil labour union suspends Total fuel depot strike
A Nigerian oil labour union has suspended a strike at Total's fuel depot after an an agreement was reached to end a row over sackings, according to a union official.
Chevron could launch fresh tender for Rosebank FPSO
Oil major Chevron could launch a new tender for its Rosebank FPSO (Floating Production, Storage and Offloading) vessel after it terminated its order for with Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) last month.
China to extend tax waivers for onshore and offshore oil and gas development
China is extending tax waivers for importing key drilling and production equipment for both onshore and offshore oil and gas development.
Gallery: President Elect Trump and energy
Donald Trump won one of the most hotly contented presidential races in living history in 2016. He ran on an energy-friendly campaign. But how will his stint at the Whitehouse play out in the markets and what does it mean for energy? Scroll our latest gallery to see how the President Elect campaigned, what next and what others think of his sector lead.
Chinook Remembered: 30 years on from the fateful day
This year marked the 30th anniversary of the Chinook disaster in which 45 men lost their lives.
A year in review: The best ReNew News stories of 2016
Energy Voice has gone through its archives to bring the best stories featured in ReNew News this year. Take a look through some of the innovation in technology and investment happening throughout the sector below. A round-up of the top stories from ReNew News in 2016
How has 2016 shaped new recruitment trends in the oil and gas sector?
While the entire sector has been affected by the prolonged downturn in oil and gas, the workforce has undoubtedly felt the biggest impact. But every cloud has a silver lining, the downturn has forced companies to think smarter about their recruitment and retention strategies. This influenced a number of recruitment and workforce trends in 2016:
Opinion: What now for Scotland’s energy?
We could be forgiven for thinking that the transition to sustainable energy has been achieved. In 2014, renewables generated 49.9% of Scotland’s electricity output, and 59.4% in 2015. On 7 August this year, renewable power provided more electricity than Scotland needed [2] and, in the third quarter, it produced 26% of the entire UK’s needs.
Hinkley Point: A year of back and forth for the nuclear development
This year a final decision was made on the development of Hinkley Point.
Energy and insurance costs up by nearly £200
Households’ annual energy, home and motor insurance costs have jumped by nearly £200 over the last year, according to a website.
Gas and electricity prices ‘top worry for consumers’
Energy prices are the top concern for an increasing number of consumers, while distrust for providers has also risen, a survey has found.
Production shutdown on Goliat
Production has been halted on the Goliat field in the North Sea once again.
Egypt strikes trio of oil and gas exploration deals worth $220m with BP, Total and Eni
A trio of offshore oil and gas exploration and production deals worth a total of at least $220million have been signed by Egypt's Oil Minister with Total, BP and Eni.
Energy Voice’s top stories: Baker Hughes to close building, consolidate North Sea operations
Energy Voice has delved into its archives for 2016 to bring you some of the top stories.