Growing energy demand heightened by climate change and Covid-19 challenges has seen the oil and gas industry tightly embrace smarter and more sustainable technologies. The motivation is to quickly grasp net zero targets, while safely optimising oil and gas production.
The talk in many boardrooms is currently fixated on technology.
An alliance exploring offshore platform electrification in the UK can act as the “glue” that binds together a range of stakeholder interests and make projects a reality.
In a recent survey by International SOS, 88% of global health professionals predicted that the health requirements of their organisation would increase in complexity. Mental health support, infectious disease control and regulatory compliance are believed to be the biggest drivers of this, with 74% of all respondents believing that their organisation’s investment in health will increase over the next 10 years.
The role that carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS) will have to play in the future energy mix currently splits opinion.
Technology and innovation company Viper Innovations is leading the way in reducing its carbon footprint and is calling for more UK SMEs to do their bit to combat global warming through carbon offsetting and carbon footprint reduction.
Testing your entire staff for Covid-19 might seem overwhelming, but it need not be. While we wait for everyone to get both Covid vaccines, and variants are an ongoing threat, it is vital that we all continue to keep our employees and co-workers safe.
The landmark North Sea Transition Deal document described the UK oil and gas sector as having “an international reputation for leading the world in offshore exploration and production capabilities,” going on to point out, “its supply chain services are exported around the world”.
Only two years ago, Africa seemed set to become the world's next major producer of oil and gas. International companies were scrambling to win exploration rights in frontier markets in West Africa; countries in North Africa were excited about new discoveries in the Mediterranean Sea; and natural gas was identified as a long-term transitional energy source, creating new opportunities for low-income nations such as Tanzania and Mozambique.
With their strong Scottish track record, Ocean Winds and Aker Offshore Wind have great ambitions to develop floating offshore wind in Scotland.
Over the last month, we’ve seen the start of several new partnerships which will look to accelerate Scotland energy’s future.
Aberdeenshire-based Blaze Manufacturing plans to double its headcount by the end of the year as it works through advanced contract discussions with international EPC contractors in the energy sector.
Though the energy system of the future will be a far cry from the one in place today, the demands of it will be broadly the same.
Improving energy efficiency and optimising energy use is one of the quickest and lowest cost pathways to impact corporate sustainability targets and reduce operational emissions.
Through all of my years working in oil and gas I have seen amazing innovation and bold action. It is clear that the boldest companies are willing to look outside the bounds of traditional methods and invest in tools that are more fit for purpose.
Since March 2020 there has, by necessity, been a shift towards adapting much of our lives to become virtual – work, social gatherings, corporate events, the list goes on.
It is often said that change is the only constant in life. Change brings with it numerous opportunities to adapt and thrive in the face of new challenges, and the Covid-19 pandemic is the most recent seismic change to have revolutionised working practices the world over.
Greenmar, a new renewable energy recruitment company, has been launched in Aberdeen.
Energy Voice's latest monthly supplement has been published with The Press & Journal.
With pressure on margins and the drive to lower the carbon footprint of offshore and onshore operations, electrically powered reel drive systems (RDSs) have become the systems of choice over those using hydraulic engines.
Robert Gordon University (RGU) has been teaching energy courses for 50 years, with the first energy course delivered in 1971, when RGU was still Robert Gordon’s Institute of Technology (RGIT).
Whether you have recently graduated, want professional accreditation, are looking to retrain or further develop your career, The Law School at Robert Gordon University (RGU) offers a wide range of courses with flexible study modes including: full-time, part-time and online options to fit around your needs.
Whether you are looking to advance your career, enhance your skillset or continue your studies, Robert Gordon University (RGU) offers a range of demand-driven engineering Master’s degrees.
The energy sector is highly competitive and it is undeniable that the use of information technology plays a vital role in the success of a company. As a result, there is a high demand for professionals who can apply IT solutions to problems faced within this industry.
DYNAMIX produces quality container and modular solutions, from offshore containers which are designed and certified to ISO 10855:1 DNVGL-ST-271, 272 & 273, a standard which is recognised within the oil and gas, offshore, renewable and marine sectors and is key for mobilising your assets into an offshore environment.