Recruiter TMM brings in private-equity expert as chairman
A recruitment agency based in Aberdeen has appointed private-equity investment expert Jock Gardiner as its chairman.
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Kaseum Technology grows Aberdeen Energy Park footprint by 30%
Energy services firm Kaseum Technology has grown its footprint at Moorfield Group’s Aberdeen Energy and Innovation Parks in Bridge of Don.
Savills and Knight Frank are joint agents for bp’s headquarters
Savills and Knight Frank have been appointed joint agents for bp’s North Sea headquarters, in Dyce, Aberdeen, following the energy giant’s decision to relocate elsewhere in the city.
Neptune building sold in mega deal
The Neptune Energy building in Aberdeen has been sold in the city’s biggest office deal since the pandemic began.
Business leaders join Indyref2 opposition
More than 160 business leaders - including Jim Milne, chairman of Balmoral Group - have co-signed an open letter calling on the Scottish Government to rule out plans for a second independence referendum to “break up the UK”.
Offshore wind industry shipbuilding booms
US firm Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co (GLDD) has contracted ship builder Ulstein to move onto the integration engineering phase for the Jones-compliant rock dumping vessel earmarked for the nascent American offshore wind market.
Scottish energy minister loses seat after failing in bid to oust Tory
Scottish Government minister Paul Wheelhouse has failed to reclaim a seat in the Scottish Parliament.
Neptune Energy partnering with Mental Health UK
Our people have all faced challenges over the past year, with many juggling “home-schooling” and other personal responsibilities with work demands. We’ve all become more aware and understanding of each other’s circumstances as a result.
Brodies unveils three new partners, including leading oil and gas lawyer, in Aberdeen office
Law firm Brodies has unveiled three new partners in its Aberdeen office, including two new recruits who have joined the practice from Pinsent Masons.
Oil and gas services companies named award winners
Aberdeen-based well management and performance improvement specialist Exceed has been recognised for “outstanding short-term growth” in overseas sales over three years.
OPEX Group strengthens team to support emissions reduction solutions
AI solutions provider OPEX Group has made three senior appointments to bolster the firm’s continued investment in emissions reduction solutions.
Former oil boss jailed for five years over sexual assault
An oil boss has been jailed for more than five years after being found guilty of sexually assaulting and attempting to rape a woman in Aberdeen.
Scottish oil and gas worker brings new north-east rum to the market
A Scottish oil and gas worker who hails from Aberdeen has launched his own rum brand which is made in the local area.
Oil giant BP pays tribute to ‘champion of British engineering’ Prince Philip
UK-headquartered oil major BP has paid tribute to Prince Philip, who died on Friday morning, aged 99.
Investor unveils plans for new business park
London-based property investor Faro Capital has unveiled plans for a new business park in Aberdeen.
North-east firm’s founder plays key role in US buyer’s global growth plans
A former offshore oil and gas industry professional who launched and then sold a business looking after travel formalities for firms sending employees overseas is now playing a key role in the US buyer’s global expansion.
Wood’s plan for ‘decade of action’ revealed
Global consulting and engineering company Wood, of Aberdeen, has pledged to have 40% of senior management roles filled by women by 2030.
Sex attacker oil boss facing long prison sentence
An oil boss is facing a “significant custodial sentence” after being found guilty of sexually assaulting and attempting to rape a woman in Aberdeen.
Worley sells public infrastructure advisory business for $48m
Worley has sold its public infrastructure advisory business Capital Projects Advisory (CPA) for $48 million to SA Management Pty (TSA).
Firms show their star quality at business awards
North-east firms from Banffshire to Royal Deeside are celebrating after being named winners in the 2021 Northern Star Business Awards.
Marine recruitment firm Genesis sold to Global Energy Group
GEG Capital, part of Inverness-headquartered Global Energy Group, said yesterday it had acquired Peterhead-based marine recruitment firm Genesis Personnel for an undisclosed sum.
BME Services says helideck offering is game-changing
BME Services, part of Aberdeen-based equipment and industrial service company BME Group, has unveiled North Sea helideck refurbishment contracts worth £500,000.
Subsea firm JFD eyes US defence sector
Scottish subsea company JFD has projects in the US defence sector in its sights after launching a new business to focus on growth in the Americas.
IWD 2021: Constructing a successful future
Despite an increased focus in recent years, the energy industry has consistently struggled to attract more women.
BP making permanent shift to flexible working, report says
BP has informed thousands of staff members they will not return to the office full-time when the pandemic lifts, a news report said.