US owner shows ‘no remorse’ as it shutters profitable HB Rentals in Aberdeen
An Aberdeen North Sea rentals firm has been ordered to axe around 20 staff despite the firm showing increased profits during the coronavirus pandemic.
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UK oil supply chain diversifying into non-energy sectors due to Covid-19, says EIC
UK oil supply chain firms are diversifying into non-energy sectors due to Covid-19 and low commodity prices, according to a new report.
Jim House: Remembering Piper Alpha
Piper Alpha was a disaster – in every sense of the word – and it claimed the lives of 167 fathers, sons, husbands and friends. This single catastrophic event significantly changed our industry forever.
North Sea job cuts rise to 7,500
More than 7,500 oil and gas workers have lost their jobs since the onset of the coronavirus crisis and tens of thousands more could go, industry leaders have warned.
EnQuest not making compulsory redundancies for unionised Sullom Voe workers – Unite
EnQuest is not seeking to make compulsory redundancies for its “unionised” workforce at the Sullom Voe Terminal in Shetland, according to Unite.
Chrysaor boss still wants ‘to be producing 200k barrels a day’ in 20 years’ time
A “more diversified” Chrysaor could still be producing 200,000 barrels of oil a day in 2040, according to the firm’s North Sea boss.
International SOS: Trauma can affect us all
During this time of reflection, 32 years on from the Piper Alpha disaster, we must not forget the survivors, family and friends of those who lost their lives.
Eni hands in plan to decommission six North Sea platforms
Eni has submitted plans to decommission its six platforms in and around the Hewett field in the North Sea.
Odfjell Drilling puts 139 North Sea workers at risk of redundancy
Odfjell Drilling has put 139 offshore workers at risk of redundancy after completing a drilling contract ahead of schedule.
VIDEO: Life on board Serica Energy’s Bruce platform during Covid-19
Serica Energy has released a video showing life on board its Bruce platform amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Equinor’s Tiger Lily well up next in central North Sea
Westwood Global Energy reports that as of July 1 there was one exploration and appraisal well active in the UK.
OMV fires up for Hades appraisal well off Norway
Westwood Global Energy reports thatthere were four exploration and one appraisal well programmes active as of July 1.
Stena Drilling confirms job cuts across offshore vessels
Stena Drilling has confirmed it is making redundancies on four of its offshore drilling vessels, along with cuts to a number of roles onshore.
Final vessel in £150m investment at Sentinel Marine sets sail from China
The final vessel in a £150 million investment in new offshore support ships by Aberdeen firm Sentinel Marine has set sail from the Far East.
Hurricane Energy warns ‘material downgrade’ possible to 2.6bn barrel resources
Hurricane Energy has warned a “material downgrade” is possible to its 2.6billion barrel contingent resources following a technical review of its operations.
‘Golden opportunity’ for UK North Sea to lead on decarbonisation, says Tendeka
The last article I wrote for Energy Voice was in October and my focus was on maximising economic recovery and embracing energy transition to ensure the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) continues to be a sustainable and competitive basin for years to come.
New £5m boost for researchers assessing North Sea oil and gas and renewables structures
A research group assessing man-made North Sea structures has been given a boost with the announcement of £5 million in new funding.
Hurricane Energy ‘deeply saddened’ at death of COO
North Sea exploration and production firm Hurricane Energy said today it was "deeply saddened" to report the death of its chief operations officer (COO), Neil Platt.
North Star sails in new direction with chief executive appointment
Aberdeen-based shipping firm North Star has appointed Mathew Gordon its new chief executive.
RockRose acquired by Viaro Energy in £250m deal
North Sea oil and gas producer RockRose Energy has been acquired in a multi-million pound deal.
Piper Alpha: Organisers overcome Covid challenges to hold virtual tribute
A Piper Alpha remembrance service will be held today to mark 32 years since the disaster after organisers overcame the challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Step Change In Safety: Major accidents must be remembered
Managing the risks of Covid-19 has been at the forefront of our minds in recent months. However, we must be careful not to be distracted from the ever-present potential of major accident hazards (MAHs).
Buchan Alpha decom must be executed before it becomes ‘eyesore’, MP warns
Plans for the breakup of a rusty oil rig hull currently languishing in the waters off Shetland’s need to be carried out before it becomes an “eyesore”, according to the MP for the region.
New technology platform to help fill void left by exhibitions wipeout
Scottish and Dutch oil business and technology development experts are joining forces to create a new online catalogue to help fill the void left by the Covid-induced obliteration of the exhibitions circuit.
Neptune Energy confirms hydrocarbon discovery at Dugong well
Neptune Energy and its partners today announced the discovery of hydrocarbons at the Dugong well (PL 882) in the Norwegian sector of the North Sea.