New challenger for S-92 in North Sea
A new challenger has emerged for the dominant S-92 helicopter in the North Sea’s oil and gas sector.
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OGUK: Focus to thrive in ‘new reality’
“Challenges remain, but the UK sector remains optimistic” – one of many headlines that appeared following the launch of our 2019 Business Outlook.
Energy Voice secures all-star panel for OTC event
With just five weeks to go until the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) kicks off, plans are well under way to make Energy Voice’s next breakfast briefing in Houston its best ever.
North Sea discoveries have ‘turned heads’ of investors, says Chrysaor boss
World-class discoveries made in the UK North Sea in recent months have “turned heads” of investors, according to the chief executive of Chrysaor.
Industry will prevail against ‘Darwinian’ fate, says OGUK chief
The chief executive of Oil and Gas UK has said the industry will prevail against claims it faces “extinction” in the fight against climate change.
Oil is not ‘sexy’ – industry needs to compete for talent says BHGE
Competing for talent is among the “key challenges” the sector needs to tackle, according to Romain Chambault, European director for oilfield equipment at Baker Hughes GE (BHGE).
North Sea needs £200bn investment, says flagship report
The North Sea will need investment of £200billion in order to add another generation to its production life, according to a flagship report published today.
OGUK forecasts more North Sea divestments
Oil and Gas UK expects to see further examples of companies consolidating and “right-sizing” their North Sea portfolios in 2019.
New network to promote diversity in North Sea workforce
Industry body Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has announced plans to encourage more diversity in the workforce.
Oil sector’s cultural diversity a double-edged sword
The oil industry’s cultural diversity can be a double-edged sword if key safety messages are blocked or lost in translation, guests at The Press & Journal's Morning Briefing heard yesterday.
OGA launches podcast series with future industry leaders
The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has launched a podcast series to bring people together to openly discuss hot topics in industry.
Time to deliver a workable Brexit deal, energy chiefs say
Energy sector chiefs have urged all parties and governments to deliver a workable Brexit agreement as deliberations entered “unchartered territory”.
How the wild west can be won
The west of Shetland region may have challenging deep waters, 40m waves and fierce gales but with increasing activity levels and access to infrastructure in place, current and future fields are being brought within easier reach.
Acceleration for North Sea investment ‘key’ for 2019
As we come towards the end of the year, it’s always a good time to pause and reflect on the last 12 months and set our sights on the year ahead.
Mystery as assets of Fort William diving and test centre sold
Assets have been sold following the administration of Fort William’s Underwater Centre.
‘Signs of regression’ on North Sea collaboration
Business leaders were warned yesterday that signs of “regression” were emerging on North Sea collaboration as activity picks up.
Collaboration still ‘difficult’ to achieve, says North Sea survey
Collaboration is still proving “difficult” for many North Sea supply chain companies, according to a new survey.
North Sea supply chain collaboration under the spotlight
Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) will next week publish a major report into how effectively North Sea operators are collaborating with suppliers.
Energy transition not a ‘threat’ to oil industry, climate watchdog says
The UK has shown carbon emissions can be reduced “without breaking the economy”, a climate change watchdog said yesterday.
Energy minister welcomes transition report, says oil sector still vital to Scotland
Scotland's energy minister said today that the oil and gas sector remains a "key component" of the country's energy system and economy.
Oil is key to transition, but competition for cash is stiffer, OGUK says
The UK oil and gas sector’s ability to attract new investors and employees has waned as people’s attitudes shift, a top industry body said today.
‘North Sea still needs to be nurtured as it makes recovery’
There have been “remarkable successes” for the recovering North Sea this year, but to assume the work is over would be a “mistake”, according to the chief executive of Oil & Gas UK (OGUK).
Flagship report to map out oil’s role in energy transition
A new flagship report highlighting the oil and gas industry's critical role in the energy transition will be unveiled in Aberdeen next week.
Improving drilling competitiveness under the spotlight at Wells conference
Operators, service and technology providers have a valuable opportunity to gain the latest insight into industry efforts to improve drilling activity on the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) at Oil & Gas UK’s wells conference on December 5.
Energy minister to open annual offshore decom conference
Scotland's energy minister will launch the annual Offshore Decommissioning Conference in St Andrews today.