Oil workers in Dutch sector face taxing problem
North-east oil and gas firms and workers who operate in Dutch waters could start paying millions of pounds more in tax after changes to the country's social security regime.
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Union man welcomes oil and gas report
A UNION leader for offshore workers has welcomed a report into safety and environmental regulation in the UK oil and gas industry.
Offshore union raises threat of strike action
North Sea offshore workers could launch a wave of industrial action for the first time in two decades if the UK Supreme Court rules against their claims for paid holidays today.
Minister’s speech will praise offshore workers
OFFSHORE workers in the North Sea oil and gas industry will be praised today for powering Britain's economy and keeping the lights on.
Mixed views on offshore HSE report
A HEALTH and Safety Executive (HSE) report on offshore workers' involvement in North Sea safety standards has highlighted an "extensive list" of good practices, according to an oil and gas industry body.
Macondo violation notices going out soon
US offshore regulators expect to send "notices of violation", which would precede civil fines, as early next week to oil giant BP, driller Transocean and oilfield service firm Halliburton after an investigation into last year's Macondo spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Report released into offshore health and safety
More than a third of offshore workers who took part in a survey noted near misses not being reported.
FPSO transfer first for Offshore Solutions
OFFSHORE Solutions, a joint venture between Amec and Cofely Nederland, said yesterday it had completed a world first for transferring offshore workers on to floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessels.
Fewer serious leaks on UK platforms
Official figures out today show the number of oil or gas leaks which could lead to major incidents on installations in UK waters has fallen.
Facing up to North Sea exposure
Among the most common medical complaints brought to offshore medics are chapped lips and sore facial skin.
Inverurie firm lifted by success of winch
A NORTH-EAST firm which has spent three years designing a safer winch for transferring people to and from oil and gas platforms has sold its first product.
Marketec could help to prevent drilling disasters
An Aberdeen company has produced a training tool for offshore workers to gain a better understanding of pressure-control systems and help to prevent drilling disasters.
Acergy confirms changes in crew management
Oil and gas engineering and construction group Acergy has confirmed it is consolidating the management of offshore workers into one crewing subsidiary based in Singapore.
Offshore union fights for paid holidays on top of time off
North Sea oil and gas workers should be given paid holidays on top of time off onshore, according to unions.
New technology boosts offshore safety
A NEW surveillance system to make it easier to track helicopters over the North Sea has been described as a "huge safety enhancement".
Personal safety beacons may be restored to offshore survival gear
SCOTTISH Secretary Jim Murphy said last night that North Sea workers commuting to platforms offshore by helicopter may have personal safety beacons restored to their survival gear.
Long flight delays as aircraft out of action
THE grounding of two models of Super Puma affects just over half the fleets of leading North Sea helicopter firms.
Offshore workers face long delays
The grounding of two models of Super Puma affects just over half the fleets of leading North Sea helicopter firms.
Ruling gives clarity on offshore leave
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has reversed the Aberdeen employment tribunal's decision relating to the holiday entitlement of offshore workers.
Oil boss says shadow of NRB must be lifted
Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) is to lead fresh efforts to stamp out offshore workers being banned from any installation in the North Sea without being given a reason.