The future of the North Sea is in our hands
2025 is set to be a pivotal year for the future of our North Sea.
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Career opportunities arise within decommissioning
Successful removal of platforms weighing upwards of 30,000 tonnes is taking the decommissioning industry to new levels of high-tech excellence with projects around the UK coastal shelf, but that does not reduce the challenge.
OEUK reports on impact of fiscal policy on economic growth
Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) released data in September modelling the impact of the Government’s announced stronger Energy Profits Levy (EPL) on the UK economy. It’s a plan that adds more pressure on the sector over a longer time.
Building on our industrial heritage to decarbonise energy
Earlier this summer, the manufacturing trade organisation Make UK revealed that Britain had dropped out of the top 10 manufacturing nations for the first time since 2012.
Chancellor targets ‘unjustifiably generous’ investment allowances and confirms North Sea windfall tax
The Labour Party has forged ahead with plans for the rise and extension of the windfall tax on North Sea companies which will come into force 1 November.
Step Change survey finds ‘Sharing’ is still an industry safety pain point
Step Change in Safety has unveiled the findings of its Process Safety Workforce Survey which found greater collaboration is still needed across the industry.
Opportunities in energy sector to shape our future
In June I presented the findings of our Economy and People report, which we launched at an important time for our country.
Wind is the future
The UK has a renewable energy potential that any country would envy. Our island status and geographical location mean that we currently have a greater capacity for offshore wind power than anywhere except China.
RenewableUK, OEUK announce ‘energy skills passport’ prototype
Bodies from the oil, gas and offshore wind industry have reached an agreement to trial an ‘energy skills passport’ that will allow cross-sector recognition of industry training and expertise, according to a joint statement released by RenewableUK and OEUK.
Rystad highlights importance of UK supply chain to energy transition
As a keen cyclist in my spare time, I’m used to motivating myself to set new personal best targets to achieve.
Beyond the Beginning: The Third Birthday of the North Sea Transition Deal
Anniversaries are opportunities to pause and reflect. As Programme Manager for the North Sea Transition Deal (NSTD) which just marked its third birthday, I can honestly say it’s been a remarkable journey so far.
OEUK says industry committed to OGA Plan goals
Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) has voiced its support for the goals of the North Sea Transition Authority’s (NSTA’s) recently released OGA Plan.
Miliband calls out government failures, pledges just transition
The government is guilty of “sluggish decision making”, Ed Miliband, shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, said this morning, setting out some plans for a change of pace under a potential Labour administration.
Share Fair key to helping UK Supply Chain to deliver a home-grown energy transition
This year started with worrying news about the UK’s industrial capability. In January alone, the proposed closure of the Grangemouth refinery hit the headlines again and at Port Talbot’s steelworks around 3,000 people are set to lose their jobs.
OEUK’s HSE conference is set to return to Aberdeen
Offshore Energies UK is set to bring its HSE conference back to Aberdeen in February with “six sessions covering all aspects of health, safety and environment” on offer for attendees.
Number of offshore travellers down by 10,000 since 2019
Covid and new technology could be reducing the number of people travelling offshore in the UK North Sea.
Large-scale carbon capture an ‘illusion’ for oil and gas companies
Oil and gas companies must let go of the “illusion” of “implausibly large” carbon capture solutions, reduce their fossil fuel production and invest more in clean energy to align with international climate goals, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has said.
Ensuring UK firms are ‘competitive’ when vying for ‘monster platforms’ decom work
The UK has seen large-scale decommissioning work go overseas, OEUK’s decommissioning manager Ricky Thomson says firms need to remain “competitive” to win contracts for these “monster platforms.”
Decarbonisation conference lauds progress, but warns UK could soon ‘lag behind’ global leaders
Over 200 energy industry leaders gathered in Aberdeen today as Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) held its first ever decarbonisation conference.
OEUK all set for an inspiring Offshore Europe
It’s hard to believe it’s been four years since Aberdeen last hosted Offshore Europe. Since 2019, we’ve weathered a global pandemic, witnessed the impact of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and seen energy become a hot topic in political and public debate.
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.
Podcast: ‘Rosebank and other new developments are absolutely critical’ says OEUK chief
Over half of UK's fields are expected to cease production in the next decade, underlining the importance of projects like Rosebank, argues David Whitehouse.
Most MPs believe collaboration with oil and gas is needed for energy transition
A survey, commissioned by OEUK and carried out by YouGov, found that nearly three-quarters of MPs believe the UK’s net zero goals can only be achieved through collaboration with the oil and gas sector.
‘Disenchanted’ North Sea workers look ahead to further strikes
North Sea workers said they feel “disenchanted” with the industry as 48 hours of strikes continue today - and are looking ahead to downing tools again next month.
Oil and gas sector still has vital role for UK
Picture this: It’s 2050, and the UK relies on other countries for all its oil and gas supplies.