A world-class name in specialist industrial services, specialist waste management services and process decontamination has invested more than £500,000 in stepping up its presence in a key emerging overseas market.
The National Decommissioning Centre (NDC) has built an impressive reputation for its research and development supporting the complex energy sector since its launch in 2019. We sat down with the NDC’s director, Professor Richard Neilson, to find out what makes him proud.
Imagine having the ability to predict the future for your assets. The stuff of dreams? Not according to leading corrosion management specialists Surface Corrosion Consultants Ltd.
Fifty years ago, when the offshore oil and gas industry first exhibited in Aberdeen, there was already growing appreciation of the role and potential of Lerwick and Shetland as a far-north support centre.
Aberdeen hit the top spot in two national surveys including ‘Best City to Move to’* in 2023 followed by the University of Aberdeen being ranked 2nd for overall student satisfaction*.
With interests in more than 30 fields in the North Sea, Viaro Energy has quickly established itself as a household name on the UK Continental Shelf. Pursuing a strategy of targeted M&A opportunities, the company has consistently capitalised on unfavourable market conditions through continuous investments in both exploration and production assets, made more affordable by the accompanying economic downturn.
It’s almost upon us! No, not Xmas - Offshore Europe is arriving in Aberdeen. The team talk projections of £50m economic value for the city and give their tourism tips for the north-east.
ABB has acquired the intellectual property rights to Pace CCS’s digital twin technology. The move gives ABB exclusive access to the system that provides a virtual replica of carbon capture and storage infrastructure. It allows potential CCS operators to test scenarios to ensure their design is fit for purpose. That’s a vital tool in de-risking the process for investors and giving them peace of mind.
Global training powerhouse 3t Energy Group is enjoying an exciting period of growth as it announces a rebrand ahead of Offshore Europe 2023. Reflecting the purpose and ambition of the organisation, 3t’s rejuvenated brand reinforces its three cornerstones of training, technology and transformation, as it empowers the workforce with skills and knowledge for their future.
With an increasing focus on climate change, the energy transition has emerged as a defining moment, accelerating the shift to cleaner, renewable energy sources. In this journey towards a low-carbon future, the oil and gas industry has a crucial role to play. Embracing the opportunities presented by the transition, offers the north east an opportunity to generate economic growth and preserve its position as a global energy hub.
A renowned business event that celebrates links between the North East of Scotland and Norway will mark its tenth anniversary on the eve of the forthcoming 50th Offshore Europe.
Phil Brunton is a senior auditor whose career in Health Safety Environment and Quality disciplines has spanned over 20 years. He sustained a knee injury early in his career that drove him towards health and safety as an occupation. In recent years, he has collaborated with software experts, STC INSISO, to develop a tool called COMET Assured which supports and significantly enhances an organisation’s audit and inspection programme. Phil explains why the creation of this software was an absolute necessity for the industry.
Fostering increased collaboration between private players and regional governments will be crucial to optimise renewable energy resources at a larger scale.
The UK’s renewable energy sector is huge, turning over £54.4 billion[1]
Low carbon and renewable energy economy, UK - Office for National Statistics (ons.gov.uk) and generating almost 15% of the country’s energy.[2]
By Dr Stuart Scott, chief medical officer, TAC Healthcare
When we looked at the statistics from our clinical system in 2020 – pre-pandemic – we noted that the average size of offshore workers had increased from 75kg in 1975 to 95kg in 2020.
Asset operators across the globe are faced with the dual challenge to increase production of critical resources whilst under pressure to decarbonise, digitalise and reduce operating costs.
A leading innovation which raises the bar in protecting assets has boosted the coffers of a corrosion software and inspection specialist company to the tune of £1.5 million since the beginning of the year.
By Shakwa Nyambe, Managing Partner at SNC Incorporated
Namibia has recently gained significant attention as a result of the offshore discoveries by TotalEnergies and Shell in 2022. Namibia seems on its way to becoming a major oil and gas producer.