North Sea oil pollution ‘grossly underestimated’, report finds
North Sea oil pollution has been "grossly underestimated" due to an opaque and misleading reporting system and ineffective regulations, a report has found.
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Upstream electrification could cut over 80% of oil and gas emissions, Rystad says
Electrifying upstream oil and gas assets to run on renewables or natural gas that would otherwise be flared could cut associated emissions by more than 80%, according to Rystad Energy.
Repurposing oil and gas infrastructure, a geothermal revolution in the North Sea?
As we navigate the complex landscape of energy transition, a promising solution is emerging from an often overlooked source: our existing oil and gas infrastructure.
Grangemouth refinery closure will create ‘significant economic shock’, Swinney
The closure of Scotland’s only oil refinery will create a “significant economic shock”, John Swinney said, as the Scottish and UK governments promised a joint £100 million support package for Grangemouth.
Serica Energy assets remain ‘cash generative’ despite ‘unjustifiably punitive fiscal regime’
North Sea operator Serica Energy said its UK offshore assets remain "cash generative" despite an "unjustifiably punitive" fiscal regime as it released its half year results today.
Zenith Energy opens new Aberdeen city centre office
The well management company will have 40 staff across two sites.
Harbour Energy and Petrogas set to drill North Sea exploration wells
North Sea operators Harbour Energy and Petrogas are set to drill two exploration wells in the UK Continental Shelf in the coming months.
Swedish floating wind firm SeaTwirl to explore offshore electrification with Serica Energy
Swedish floating wind turbine developer SeaTwirl has signed a memorandum of understanding with Serica Energy to explore electrification of offshore assets.
Treasury minister meets with oil and gas leaders in Aberdeen to calm EPL fears
OEUK says next few weeks will be "critical" as Treasury Minister promises ongoing talks on windfall tax changes ahead of October budget.
GMB and BRINDEX urge UK government to listen to oil and gas workers
GMB, one of Labour's biggest financial backers and a group made up of the North Sea's biggest independent producers, have joined forces to warn about the impact government's plans on workers.
Hartshead Resources progressing North Sea projects despite windfall tax woes
Australian firm Hartshead Resources (ASX:HHR) is continuing work on its North Sea developments despite ongoing fiscal uncertainty surrounding the windfall tax.
Viaro to take full ownership of Shell and Exxon Southern North Sea assets
Independent North Sea operator Viaro Energy will take full ownership of Shell and ExxonMobil assets in the Southern North Sea.
Shell starts drilling at Deltic Energy Selene well
North Sea operator Shell has commenced drilling operations at the Selene prospect, Deltic Energy (AIM:DELT) announced today.
Windfall tax changes to ‘hasten demise’ of North Sea
North Sea observers decry "utter economic insanity" as UK government confirms windfall tax increase and extension to March 2030.
Centrica profits fall in half-year results, Spirit Energy up
Centrica (LON:CNA) profits fell substantially in its half-year results in what the British Gas owner says is a return to a "more normalised environment".
What’s at stake for UK North Sea as Labour Government sets out its energy policy
The UK’s newly elected Labour government has laid out its plans to boost clean energy, but questions remain about the future of North Sea oil and gas.
NSTA opens investigation into North Sea well decommissioning delays
Oil and gas operators will risk facing fines if they continue to miss well decommissioning deadlines, the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) has warned.
Technology and skills will be key to achieving Labour’s offshore wind ambitions
As a CEO in the offshore wind industry, I’ve welcomed the ambition from our new Labour government on green energy.
New North Sea oil and gas ‘largely irrelevant’ for energy security, ECIU says
ECIU analysis argues for heat pumps and EVs backed by UK renewables over new North Sea licences.
BP contributes £17bn to UK economy, report finds
Supermajor BP (LON:BP) contributed £17.1bn to the UK economy in 2023 according to a new report by Oxford Economics.
Shell’s Penguins FPSO reaches UK waters after departing Norway
After a turbulent journey from China and more than a year in Norway, Shell's Penguins FPSO has now reached its position at its namesake field east of Shetland.
UK Supreme Court set to rule in pivotal downstream emissions case
The Supreme Court's decision in the Finch case could have implications for North Sea oil and gas firms including Shell and Equinor.
WATCH: Oil rig explodes on the shores of Kishorn
The Northern Producer has become a well-known sight on the North Coast 500 route.
Shell helicopter exec flags possible return of Super Puma to North Sea
A senior executive at Shell's aircraft division has suggested the H225 Super Puma helicopter could return to the operator's list of approved aircraft later this year.
Former BP chief executive backs end to new North Sea licences
A former boss of BP has called for an end to new oil and gas licences in the North Sea in an apparent endorsement of Labour's election promise.