BP gives go-ahead for £4.6bn Caspian project
BP and partners have sanctioned the Azeri Central East (ACE) project in the Azerbaijan sector of the Caspian Sea.
ExxonMobil, Hess announce 13th Guyana discovery
ExxonMobil said Thursday it made its 13th oil discovery offshore of Guyana, increasing its rapidly rising tally of finds near the tiny South American nation.
Developer loses court battle against North Sea pipeline owner
A developer has lost a multi-million-pound court battle against a North Sea oil giant after its proposal to build a hotel close to the Forties pipeline was rejected.
Group calls for moratorium on Shetland wind farm projects
Campaign group Sustainable Shetland has called on local councillors to impose a moratorium on all local wind farm developments and instead explore finding the “best environmentally sustainable” energy solutions in the isles.
Victim and suspects tracked to same area
Mobile phones belonging to Steven Donaldson, his alleged killer Steven Dickie and the partner of co-accused Callum Davidson were tracked moving around the outskirts of Kirriemuir in the hours before the 27-year-old’s body was discovered, a court heard yesterday.
Schlumberger predicts steady improvement for oil market in 2019
The boss at energy services giant Schlumberger has predicted "steady improvement" in the oil market this year.
Doubts over visa scheme for EU nationals in UK
Fears have been raised over the ability of the Home Office to process Brexit visa applications from EU nationals.
Penspen opens new office in Aberdeen
An engineering firm has opened a new office in the city after growth in demand.
TechnipFMC scoops top award in Active Cup Challenge
A team from TechnipFMC has been presented with the top prize in the sixth annual oil and gas ACTIVE Cup Challenge.
Premier Oil warned over Balmoral platform flare
Premier Oil was warned by regulators after issues with the Balmoral platform's flare created a safety risk.
Acquisitions make for ‘staggering’ Serica transformation
Acquisitions for Serica Energy during 2018 have made it “one of the largest independent operators in the North Sea”, according to the firm’s boss.
Piper Alpha trauma specialist joins firm
Piper Alpha trauma expert David Alexander has officially joined the support team of a north-east firm offering a range of specialist training services.
Drax investors rebel over pay and political donations
Drax has received a bloody nose from investors, who vented their anger at executive pay and political donations at the energy firm's annual meeting.
Saudi Aramco sweet on Shell’s stake in refining complex, report says
Saudi Aramco intends to snap up Shell’s 50% stake in the SASREF refining complex, a news report said.
ABB chief leaves abruptly after years of pressure from investors
ABB Ltd. Chief Executive Officer Ulrich Spiesshofer abruptly stepped down after nearly six years at the helm of the Swiss engineering company that were marked by a public spat with an activist shareholder and poor stock returns.
Costain appoints project director for Aberdeen upstream team
Costain has appointed Steve Carter as a project director to join its 70-strong upstream team in Aberdeen.
Halliburton ties up contract with Shell for Brazilian projects
Halliburton has inked an integrated services contract with Shell for post-salt development and pre-salt exploration in Brazil's Campos and Santos Basins.
Steven Donaldson murder trial: ‘I know for a fact Tasmin put him up to it’ Glass boyfriend co-accused told detectives
Murder accused Steven Dickie told detectives: “I know for a fact Tasmin has put him up to it” during a lengthy interview which led to him being charged in connection with the killing of Arbroath man Steven Donaldson.
Energy complaints: Switching now second only to billing
Unresolved complaints about switching now outnumber those relating to poor customer service, Energy Ombudsman figures show.
Teams in running for HR awards
Judges have whittled down dozens of applicants to reveal the shortlist for terrific teams and tremendous teachers at the north-east’s most prestigious HR awards.
Keppel bags deals worth around £90m
Keppel Offshore & Marine has secured integration and upgrading contracts worth about £90 million.
Equinor wins seven exploration blocks offshore Argentina
Norwegian energy giant Equinor has added seven offshore exploration blocks to its portfolio after presenting winning bids in the first Offshore licensing round in Argentina.
Entry deadline looms for north-east business ‘Oscars’
The entry deadline for “Oscars” championing the best of north-east business is looming and companies of all kinds are being urged to get involved.
Eight-way fight for two categories at cHeRries awards
Eight finalists are in the running for two hotly contested categories of The Press and Journal cHeRries Awards 2019.
Women in sustainable finance – How to make it in the green economy
Female leaders share their advice for considering a career in sustainable finance