MEPs to rule on safety rules
Controversial plans for EU-wide safety rules for the oil and gas industry will go before members of the European Parliament today.
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Piper 25 event
Industry body Oil & Gas UK has called for papers to be presented at its offshore safety conference, which will be held next summer to mark the 25th anniversary of the Piper Alpha disaster. The three-day Piper 25 event will be held at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre from June 18, and OGUK has encouraged industry leaders to contribute ideas for issues which could be considered at the event. The deadline for papers is Friday, November 30.
Call for North Sea co-operation
The head of energy firm Centrica's oil and gas arm has urged North Sea companies to work more closely together to get the most out of the region.
Unlocking hydro investment
Tens of millions of pounds of investment in smaller-scale hydropower projects in Scotland could be unlocked by the outcome of a review of a green-energy support scheme, industry leaders have predicted.
Blueprint for oil and gas sector growth hailed
A blueprint for new Scottish oil and gas sector jobs and growth was welcomed by industry leaders in Aberdeen yesterday.
Independents have big role to play in North Sea
Oil and gas independents operating in the North Sea have said time is running out to get the most they can out of the mature basin.
Minister defends cuts to subsidies for solar power
ENERGY Secretary Chris Huhne insisted yesterday the UK Government was forced to slash popular solar electricity subsidies to stop domestic bills rocketing.
Treasury secretary welcomes Nexen’s North Sea investment
THE new Treasury minister charged with handling issues including North Sea oil taxation welcomed Nexen and its partner's investment.
Call for young oil and gas workers to attend event
OIL & GAS UK is looking for young professionals to give their views on the future of the industry.
Energy bosses showing leadership in offshore safety
MORE than 70 oil and gas industry bosses are to attend today's annual Step Change in Safety leadership day in the Ardoe House Hotel, near Aberdeen.