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Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC)
Updated: Oil and Gas UK CEO says rebrand should ‘absolutely’ be considered
The chief executive of Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has said a rebrand is “absolutely” something the trade body should be considering.
Important for North Sea to get exploration drilling ‘back on track’
Ensuring that North Sea exploration drilling gets “back on track” next year will be a key part of efforts to help the industry get back on its feet.
AFBE-UK Scotland Diversity and Inclusion Awards shortlist announced
BP, Baker Hughes and Spirit Energy are among those that have made the shortlist for AFBE-UK Scotland's 2020 Diversity and Inclusion Awards.
Platform electrification ‘key’ in reducing operational emissions
Offshore platform electrification will be the “main key technology” in reducing carbon emissions from oil and gas production, according to a senior academic.
Aberdeen University nanotechnology project to boost North Sea gas production
Scientists at Aberdeen University are developing a new production method that could be a “game-changer” for North Sea gas.
North Sea net zero transition will cost £430billion, says OGTC – Wood Mackenzie report
Positioning the UK North Sea for a net zero future will cost more than £430billion, according to a new report from the Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC) and consultancy Wood Mackenzie.
NECCUS in funding bid to help deliver net zero roadmap for Scotland
A Scottish energy transition group has applied for funding in an effort to push on with plans to decarbonise swathes of industry north of the border.
‘Highly sceptical’ North Sea workforce yet to see benefits of digital transformation, OGUK finds
Most of the North Sea workforce is “yet to see” a positive impact from the digital transformation and remain “highly sceptical”, according a major new report.
Industry veteran honoured at 2020 Decom North Sea Awards
Oil and gas veteran Brian Nixon was among those recognised for their contributions to the decommissioning sector during the 2020 Decom North Sea (DNS) Awards yesterday.
OGTC facing delay or cancellation for dozens of projects due to Covid-19
Dozens of projects ran by the Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC) are facing delays or cancellation due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Brexit ‘got in the way’ of UK sector collaborating on North Sea Wind Power Hub
Brexit has “got in the way” of the UK collaborating on a major North Sea wind “island” complex, according to one of the project’s main partners.
Climate scientist clashes with OGTC boss on ‘no scope’ for oil and gas
A leading climate scientist has clashed with the head of the Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC) on his view there is “no scope” for fossil fuels if the world is to meet climate goals.
Shetland Energy Hub aims for hundreds of jobs and to make giant oilfields ‘net zero by 2030’
Ambitious plans for a new Energy Hub have been unveiled with hopes for hundreds of jobs and to make giant oil and gas fields in the West of Shetland "net zero by 2030”.
‘Massive move’ to embrace CCUS by North Sea supply chain firms, Neccus boss says
A “massive move” is underway to embrace the carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS) sector by North Sea supply chain firms, according to the boss of a new industry and government alliance.
North Sea industry groups collaborate on new oil and gas digitalisation survey
A number of North Sea-focused industry groups have announced they will collaborate on a survey designed to assess the pace of digitalisation growth across the sector.
OGTC names entrepreneur Martin Gilbert as chair at ‘crucial’ time
Entrepreneur Martin Gilbert has been appointed chairman of the Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC) at a “pivotal time” for the energy industry.
New Chrysaor wave energy partnership could power North Sea assets
A new clean energy power system could soon be used to provide backup power to North Sea assets.
New £1.4m industry funded study to produce roadmap for carbon storage
A new study will identify the UK’s best sites and produce a roadmap for carbon storage to help the country reach its net zero targets.
Potential for ‘thousands’ of jobs as Sir Ian Wood unveils plans for Aberdeen ‘Energy Transition Zone’
Sir Ian Wood has unveiled ambitious plans to help the north-east economy capitalise on the energy transition, potentially creating “thousands” of jobs in the process.
We’re having our ‘999 moment’ on the climate emergency – it’s time to respond accordingly
It is estimated that during 2019 over 20 million people in the UK contacted the 999 emergency services to request immediate police, ambulance, fire or coastguard support or to report an emergency.
Top North Sea women awarded New Year Honour gongs
Two women who climbed the ranks to sit at the very pinnacle of their chosen careers have been made OBEs.
Opportunity to ‘reimagine’ North Sea for net zero says OGTC chief
The biggest change I have seen in 2019 is the move by the oil and gas industry towards a net zero future. There have been many factors that have influenced this change, from the social public push through to the active and engaged conversation the industry has been having around Roadmap 2035 (what we will look like in 2035).
OGA’s digital strategy targets slice of $510bn global data prize
The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has set out its strategy to digitalise the North Sea with the aim of taking a slice of a $510bn global data prize.
Aberdeen Science Centre gets £600K investment for ‘theatre of energy’
Opito has invested more than £600,000 in an immersive and educational energy theatre which will be unveiled at Aberdeen Science Centre (ASC) when it reopens in next summer.