GB Energy Bill: challenges for in-house legal teams and how they can be managed
Pinsent Masons discuss potential headaches for energy law in-house legal teams as the GB Energy Bill gets its second reading.
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Power Moves: Paradigm’s new HR partner and more
Aimee Fowlie was appointed as HR business partner at Aberdeen-based Paradigm.
Lawyer says UK is becoming ‘undesirable’ for international offshore wind workers
Maria Gravelle, an immigration specialist at Pinsent Masons, has warned that visa requirements are deterring skilled workers from UK offshore wind projects.
Energy security will still have ‘major impact on oil and gas’ in 2023
As we approach the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, it is a further reminder that energy security will continue to have a major impact on oil and gas markets and how nations meet their energy requirements.
‘We want boredom in 2023’ says oil and gas industry
"Looking ahead to 2023, it's pretty clear that what we are looking for is boredom”, says Addleshaw Goddard partner and co-head of oil and gas, Paul Jones, after the turbulence of the past 12 months.
Safety in offshore renewables
As we strive to move from reliance on fossil fuels to renewable energy, one area of crucial importance is offshore wind power. The development of offshore wind farms however comes with inherent safety risks and those risks need to be carefully managed.
North Sea operator and Cambo owner Ithaca Energy nearing listing in London
Ithaca Energy is putting the final touches on proposals for an initial public offering (IPO) on the London Stock Exchange.
New partner for busy energy deals team at Addleshaw Goddard
International law firm Addleshaw Goddard has added another high-profile partner to its Corporate and Energy team in Aberdeen.
Offshore wind creates opportunities for vessel suppliers
Demand for offshore wind turbine installation vessels is forecast to become a significant issue over the next few years and may affect the pace of development of offshore wind farms.
Joining forces to deliver the UK’s offshore wind ambitions
Following the results of Round 4 and ScotWind, it is clear that joint ventures will continue to be fundamental to delivering large-scale offshore wind projects.
Protecting Scot Gov tax take from energy workers hinges on ‘green job creation’
A change in Scotland’s income tax take could be on the cards as workers move between subsectors and between industries in the coming years.
Industry reaction as OGA rebrands to NSTA
The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has made a rebrand to the North Sea Transition Authority - here's the industry reaction to the move.
‘I suppose it was inevitable’: Campaigner, industry and analyst reaction to OGUK rebrand
Reaction to news that the leading trade body for the North Sea, Oil and Gas UK (OGUK), is rebranding has varied from claims of it being a “PR stunt” to praise for a move that’s “not before time”.
Hat-trick of losses won’t stop protestors from taking oil industry to court
A trio of high-profile losses is unlikely to stem “concerted attempts” by protestors to challenge the North Sea oil industry in court.
ScotWind 2: When is it likely, who will be in the mix, and is it needed?
Scotland’s energy industry has now had some time to digest the results of arguably the most hotly anticipated offshore wind auction in history.
Scottish funds expert to support coal phaseout in South-east Asia
As COP26 draws to a close today and Glasgow bids farewell to international leaders, business leaders and global environmental campaigners, we have to hope that the commitments made over the last two weeks will be delivered in full (or exceeded) and to the agreed timescales.
COP26: Pressure’s on to fund solutions to the crisis, not add to the problem
Businesses are watching closely the outcomes of COP26 because decisions made in Glasgow will have a profound impact on their future, affecting what kind of activity will be possible, what kind of finance (if any), will be available and changing the value of assets currently held.
What did the Paris Agreement achieve and what can we expect of COP26?
Delegates from around the world are today arriving in Glasgow ahead of a two-week conference that will test the willingness of today’s world leaders to deliver on the promises they or their predecessors made in Paris six years ago.
Another leading Aberdeen lawyer on the move as legal firms reshape their energy teams
One of the north-east oil and gas industry's top lawyers, Bruce McLeod, has become a partner in the Aberdeen office of legal firm Pinsent Masons.
Tbilisi, guns on tables, bodyguards, Tom Hunter and now an energy transition: Never a dull moment with Rosalie
Corporate oil and gas specialist Rosalie Chadwick is comfortable with transition. Some 25 years ago she happily made the switch from hometown Edinburgh to take her first step towards a legal career as a law undergraduate at the University of Glasgow.
Oil industry more engaged than ever on D&I
It could be argued it is long overdue, but the oil and gas industry is more engaged than ever in addressing Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) parity within the sector.
North Star deal shines bright for transition to renewables
Many businesses which are traditionally linked to the North Sea oil and gas sector are uniquely positioned to take advantage of the high octane charge towards energy transition.
Pinsent Masons appoints prolific dealmaker to top oil and gas role
Law firm Pinsent Masons has appointed renowned dealmaker Rosalie Chadwick as its new global head of oil and gas.
Burness Paull eyes energy growth with appointment of sector expert
Law firm Burness Paull is targeting growth for its energy business after pulling off a “coup” with the appointment of Bob Ruddiman.
Brodies unveils three new partners, including leading oil and gas lawyer, in Aberdeen office
Law firm Brodies has unveiled three new partners in its Aberdeen office, including two new recruits who have joined the practice from Pinsent Masons.