3T Energy Group launches new learning platform
Energy sector training provider 3T Energy Group has launched Transform, a new cloud-based workforce management and learning platform.
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HSE making inquiries after faulty generator causes damage on North Sea platform
The UK’s health and safety watchdog is making “initial inquiries” after a generator overheated on the FPF-1 platform in the central North Sea.
Innovative scarecrow system deployed to battle issue of seabird droppings offshore
An innovative scarecrow system could help tackle the foul issue of seabird droppings on offshore wind farms and platforms.
New technology is giving business the financial edge
The energy sector today is a constantly changing, evolving and complex landscape. It is continuously seeking to find an equilibrium in the turbulence of supply and demand, fossil fuels and renewables, and survival and growth. All of which is underpinned by fierce competition for investment.
Trade union slams Centrica over directors’ pay
Directors at gas giant Centrica have been paid more than £30 million while they presided over the company's "plummeting" share price, a union is claiming.
US trial a major step forward for oil well technology developed in Aberdeen
Cavitas Energy’s mission to develop a downhole device aimed at improving the economic feasibility of heavy and enhanced oil recovery has taken a major leap forward.
Centrica to sell US energy retail arm for £2.8bn
British Gas owner Centrica has said it will sell off its US energy retail arm in a £2.8 billion deal.
Is safety at sea being endangered by inadequate consideration of the human component?
With increased maritime activity and the globalisation of demand, through ever-shorter supply chains focused on the Asian hub, there is a heightened potential for incidents at sea. This increase in shipping activity highlights a pressing need to improve safety and efficiency onboard ships through a focus on non‐technical skills. Our rationale is to optimise Human Factors training to prevent the next costly incident and help save lives.
Total awards contract for offshore survival training to 3T Energy Group
Two offshore energy sector training firms in the 3T Energy Group have been picked to provide services to Total E&P UK.
Investors seek clarity from Centrica amid dispute with unions
Centrica will hope to win back some investor confidence on Friday as it presents its latest figures amid a tough battle with unions.
Aberdein Considine announces new partner
Employment law expert Nicola Gray has rejoined Aberdein Considine (AC) as a partner after a seven-year spell at rival legal firm Mackinnons.
IR35 reforms to go ahead despite scathing Lords report
The UK Government is pressing ahead with delayed changes to off-payroll working rules, known as IR35, despite peers having urged it to “completely rethink” its plans.
WFS Technologies bought by US fund after hitting the wall
Award-winning Scottish subsea gadget firm WFS Technologies has been bought out of administration in a so-called "pre-pack" deal, saving 19 jobs.
Aberdeen Harbour tenders for £13m worth of completion work
Aberdeen Harbour Board (AHB) is tendering for £13 million-worth of completion work on its £350-plus million expansion in a revised package.
Commercialisation of technology is key to growth of the global blue economy
The UK has an unrivalled track record of technological innovation, but ideas frequently fail between invention and commercialisation. To help cross this chasm, the National Subsea Research Institute (NSRI) has developed a tool which provides a clear indication of potential commercial viability of early stage technology in the subsea industry, supporting technology and innovation developers, funding organisations and investors.
UK Chancellor to unveil £3bn green recovery package
A £3 billion green package with grants for homeowners and public buildings to improve energy efficiency will be unveiled by Rishi Sunak as part of his coronavirus economic strategy.
Scrapping of stranded cargo ship completed at Highland site
A Norwegian cargo ship which became stranded on the west coast of Skye has been successfully decommissioned from service.
UK Government ‘under pressure’ to deliver on energy efficiency manifesto pledge
The Government is under pressure to deliver on its manifesto commitment to invest billions of pounds in insulating homes as part of a green recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.
VIDEO: Joint investigation launched after cargo ship runs aground entering Aberdeen Harbour
An investigation has been launched after a cargo ship ran aground as it entered Aberdeen Harbour.
Covid delays KPMG Aberdeen office move
KPMG’s boss in Aberdeen, Martin Findlay, has said it is “something of a badge of honour” to have become the professional service firm’s first senior partner to have no fixed abode.
Shetland hotel to close with 45 jobs lost as Total deal ends
Forty-five jobs have been axed at a hotel in Shetland after bosses decided to shut it.
Ian Wood makes donation to help pupils during Covid-19
Youngsters across the north and north-east have bagged a combined £28,000 to be shared out among community groups lending a helping hand during the pandemic.
INWED 2020: Engineering a career in aviation
Kelly Wood is a licenced aircraft engineer at Bristow Helicopters. After entering the business as an apprentice in 2011, she is now a B-licenced engineer working at one of Bristow’s busiest heliports in the UK.
INWED 2020: An opportunity to celebrate successes
I feel a sense of gratitude to International Women In Engineering Day for not only reminding the world about the role of women in engineering, but celebrating it too.
INWED 2020: ‘Phenomenal journey’ as BP nears gender targets
A boss at BP has described the firm’s efforts to enhance its gender diversity as a “phenomenal journey”.