New training centre expected to create up to 30 new jobs in Aberdeen
A firm specialising in the skills needs of people working in difficult and potentially dangerous environments has opened a £1 million training centre in Aberdeen.
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Scotland’s first net zero scholarship launched in Aberdeen with £100k from ETZ
A scholarship to equip the next generation of engineers for the energy transition will be launched in Aberdeen on Thursday at North East Scotland College (NESCol).
Europa appoints ex-Macquarie director as CFO and executive director
Europa Oil and Gas has announced the appointment of Will Holland to the role of chief financial officer and executive director later this year.
John Tiny Langler: Incredible life of policeman turned oil tycoon who grew business on champagne and free fish suppers
John Langler may have been ‘Tiny’ by name – but he certainly wasn’t by stature, business or reputation.
Maersk Training seeks new UK instructors following ‘huge surge’ in demand
Maersk Training is set to increase headcount across its UK sites by around 20%, as new offshore and fire safety instructors are needed due to rising industry demand.
Baker Hughes VP to succeed Craig Shanaghey as industry D&I lead
Findlay Anderson of Baker Hughes will become the new chairman of the sector's diversity and inclusion (D&I) task group.
Odfjell Drilling appoints new CEO following spin-off
Kjetil Gjersdal will oversee the drilling contractor as its chief executive, following the spin-off of some services into a new technology-focused division.
Wood takes $100 million hit from legacy Aegis Poland contract
Wood (LON: WG) expects to take a one-time $100 million charge in relation to a legacy Amec Foster Wheeler defence contract, Aegis Poland.
MPs urged to back offshore passport for just transition
Environmental campaigners and trade unions have called for MPs to back the creation of an offshore training scheme to help workers move between the oil and gas and renewables sectors more easily.
It’s a dog’s life nowadays for former oil and gas worker Julie Hunter
We speak to Julie Hunter, who runs dog-focused Spotlessly Chic from her home near Alford, Aberdeenshire.
Shell picks Ed Daniels for new strategy and sustainability role
Shell has announced the appointment of Ed Daniels to the newly created role of strategy, sustainability and corporate relations director.
Forth Ports announces trio of leadership appointments
Forth Ports has announced a series of new leadership appointments as its senior team is restructured to reflect the growing role of ports in the offshore renewables sector.
Aker Solutions appoints Kari Ertresvåg as SVP Communications
Kari Ertresvåg wil take on the role of senior vice president for communications at Oslo-headquartered engineering group Aker Solutions.
EnerMech drives regional growth with new Asia Pacific director
EnerMech has appointed Garry Ford as regional director for Asia Pacific as the group looks to drive further growth and strengthen its existing oil and gas operations across the region.
Fieldfisher energy head joins Addleshaw Goddard
Law firm Addleshaw Goddard has hired ex co-head of Fieldfisher's energy and natural resources team, Matthew Williams, as a partner within its infrastructure projects and energy (IPE) team.
Amber Rudd joining board of Scottish Gas owner Centrica
Former energy minister and home secretary Amber Rudd is joining the board of Scottish Gas owner Centrica.
3t Energy Group adds digital expert to board
Training and technology firm 3t Energy Group has appointed Elaine Safier to its board as a non-executive director.
BP UK boss receives CBE in New Year Honours
The head of BP’s UK business, Louise Kingham OBE, has been further recognised in the Queen’s New Year Honours list, alongside a host of energy industry figures.
Scottish Chambers of Commerce chief executive ‘humbled’ to be made CBE
The head of a leading business body in Scotland has been recognised in the Queen's New Year Honours list for services to the promotion of Scottish and UK international trade.
Aberdeen minister and former oil and gas chaplain remembered as ‘gentleman’
Tributes have been paid to Aberdeen minister and the Queen’s Chaplain-in-Ordinary in Scotland, Reverend George Cowie, who has died at the age of 58.
Ørsted seeks new CFO as Marianne Wiinholt steps down
The chief financial officer of renewable energy developer Ørsted, Marianne Wiinholt, is to step down in 2022, prompting a hunt for her successor.
Former CNOOC boss Ray Riddoch joins Marex board
Energy industry leader Ray Riddoch has joined the board of the Aberdeen-based risk management consultancy Marex.
Aberdeen students’ CCS, subsea and solar studies win Energy Institute awards
The Energy Institute (EI) recently hosted its annual competition, recognising Aberdeen’s best MSc students for studies exploring elements of carbon capture, solar and subsea engineering.
NHV appoints new CEO as Steffen Bay bows out
Thomas Hütsch, the COO of helicopter operator NHV, has been promoted to chief executive with immediate effect, as Steffen Bay exits the company.
North-east chamber recruits media and marketing pro as Ducatus and Asco announce new hires
Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC), recruitment company Ducatus Partners and energy logistics firm Asco Group have all made key appointments to help drive forward their ambitions.