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.
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‘FID rates point to further net zero delays’ says EIC
I’m travelling again but my reasons for travel have changed. As CEO of the Energy Industries Council (EIC), with 950 member companies around the world, I used to travel to check in on our global members and EIC teams. Now my travel priorities have changed.
Skills to help navigate the energy transition
Some say, “Great leaders are born, not made.” Not according to Energy Institute tutor, Dr Yanos Michopoulos. He believes that the art and science of leadership for future energy systems can be cultivated.
Successful 2023 fuels a bright future for Orkney Harbours
As we move through 2024, Orkney Harbours finds itself in a strong position to consolidate on the successes of the past year.
Leading the charge in inspection and reporting services
In today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape, adaptability is paramount. With an increasing demand for innovative solutions, companies are harnessing multidisciplinary expertise to push the boundaries of service provision.
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.
A window of opportunity for UK offshore wind jobs
With over 2,600 wind turbines in UK waters and 13.7 of gigawatts of power – a number only surpassed globally by China – the UK offshore wind story is, so far, a success in terms of energy produced. However, the UK has missed a trick in maximising the associated jobs: France and Denmark are leading Europe’s production of offshore wind turbine blades; Spain leads in manufacturing turbine towers; and foundations and electrical substations are increasingly produced in Asia. Floating wind technology now offers the UK a new chance to drive job creation in offshore wind.
The right questions for the perfect workplace
Creating the perfect workplace starts with questions (the right questions) and people (the right people). The right questions are often the difficult questions.
R&D tax credits can be key to unlocking full potential
In today’s fast-paced business landscape, where staying ahead often means innovating and adapting to change, research and development (R&D) tax credits have emerged as a key tool for businesses, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Early expert support key to keeping afloat
While the M&A market has faced its challenges, it has largely held up during the last 12 months, with many corporate finance advisers reporting, perhaps unexpectedly so, that they have experienced a strong deals flow throughout the year.
A new approach to subsea surveys and inspections for offshore wind
Over the next ten years, the Global Wind Energy Council predicts that more than 380GW of offshore wind capacity will be added across 32 markets.
Labour’s EPL plans to have ‘negative impact on the wider supply chain’
There has been significant attention paid over the past few months to oil and gas taxation in the UK, following Labour’s announcement regarding its intentions for oil and gas taxation, should it form the next UK government.
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.
Flare shows resilience with new HES services
Flare, a leading energy services provider, has announced the launch of its new Hazardous Environment Specialist (HES) Services, aimed at catering to all tiers of field development and decommissioning markets across the globe.
Disrupting Structural Integrity Management: PIM’s Holistic Approach
Across the diverse energy sector, asset integrity is fundamental to ensure safe and effective operations. As the industry evolves, so do the challenges associated with managing integrity assurance. Amidst the ever-changing landscape, Plant Integrity Management (PIM) Ltd remains a reliable player, offering a unique blend of ever growing Structural Integrity Management (SIM) capabilities.
Focus on fabrication for JBS
Multi-disciplined engineering firm JBS Group is experiencing significant growth in one of its specialist service areas – fabrication – as it pursues new opportunities.
A life-or-death matter: managing decom hazards
Offshore decommissioning projects are increasing. Latest figures from the North Sea Transition Authority reveal the UK’s offshore oil and gas industry spent £1.6 billion on decommissioning in 2022 – its highest annual total – with £21 billion of spending on decommissioning forecast for the next decade.
Raccortubi broadens its horizons with name change
It’s more than a name change for the Raccortubi Group. Previously known as Raccortubi Norsk, the UK branch will now be known as Raccortubi UK.
Guided by different voices: diversity helps shape a changing workplace
The winds of change have been blowing for a while, with opportunities to disrupt the status quo being seized left, right and centre.
Project management software undergoes transformation to better enable companies to manage multi-well campaigns
The Oil & Gas industry is anything but stagnant. In such an ever-evolving industry, it is imperative that projects are managed efficiently and accurately across the board.
Skills generation for our net zero future
You don’t need to work in the energy sector to understand the scale of the climate change challenge and therefore the enormity of what it will take to address it.
Duty holder, it’s our best kept secret
Wood, the consulting and engineering company, is well known in the North Sea for its operations and maintenance and is now leveraging its experience to support the industry to decarbonise assets as part of the drive to net zero.
Unlocking data for game-changing crew management
Those who know, understand and can see their data will come out top in the energy transition, according to energy tech powerhouse Solab.
SPE Aberdeen presents Geothermal 2024 – ‘Heating up the Market’
The eagerly anticipated annual Geothermal Seminar, organised by SPE Aberdeen, is set to take place on 21 – 22 February.
London to host global energy conference as elections loom
As International Energy Week 2024 approaches, Energy Institute CEO Nick Wayth CEng FEI says this year will be a big test for the public support and political will needed to accelerate the energy transition.