Peterhead-based Score Group acquires Australian firm Callidus
Score and Callidus are both owned by private equity investors SCF Partners
Australia
Worker killed in turbine blade incident at Australia’s largest wind farm
A worker has been killed in an incident during construction at Australia's largest onshore wind farm in the state of Victoria.
‘Major opportunity’ for UK firms in Australian hydrogen market, report finds
UK companies have a "major opportunity" to export their expertise in hydrogen development to the Australian market, according to a report from Xodus.
AI breakthrough could save £10bn in North Sea decom costs
A breakthrough artificial intelligence (AI) project could save taxpayers and the offshore industry billions of pounds in oil and gas decommissioning costs.
Aberdeen’s Imrandd completes first contract for major Australian operator
Aberdeen-based consultancy Imrandd has expanded its global footprint after completing its first contract in Australia for a "major upstream operator".
Aberdeen’s CUT delivers major offshore decom project in Australia
Aberdeen-headquartered decommissioning firm Cutting Underwater Technologies (CUT) has completed a major offshore project in Western Australia (WA).
Shell hands Wood Aussie FLNG contract
Aberdeen-based engineering firm Wood has secured a contract with Shell for work on the Prelude floating liquified natural gas (FLNG) facility in Western Australia.
Australia backs $47 billion gas sector’s role in transition
Australia is calling for the development of new natural gas resources to ensure it remains affordable and the nation continues as a major exporter, the latest shift by the center-left Labor government toward greater support for the fossil fuel.
Australia plans IRA-style act to drive green manufacturing tilt
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese plans an Inflation Reduction Act-style program to stimulate green manufacturing industries and drive his nation’s economy beyond its traditional minerals extraction base while bolstering economic security.
Aurora Energy Services looks to Australia for next acquisition
Following a successful 2023 when it acquired three Scottish companies and another in the United States Aurora Energy Services is looking down under.
Jadestone signals interest in transformative Woodside deal
Should the purchase move ahead, Jadestone said, it would qualify as a reverse takeover. This would trigger a suspension of Jadestone shares on AIM.
Woodside and Santos end talks on $57 billion deal
Woodside Energy Group Ltd. (ASX:WDS) and smaller rival Santos Ltd. (ASX:STO) ended talks over a potential merger that would have created an Australian gas export powerhouse after the companies failed to agree on a valuation.
Castorone off Scarborough work for at least a month
Saipem’s initial assessment attributed the problem to a software anomaly. This appeared to have led to a tensioner failing.
Saipem’s Castorone chalks up second accident in a month
The union went on to say Saipem's Castorone would have to return to Broome and probably be down manned.
Jadestone hits Montara, Stag snags but sees better times ahead
“As we said we would, we have worked hard to successfully grow the business away from Montara and to diversify into higher quality assets, and this is reflected in this year's guidance.”
Jadestone, union clash over negligence allegations
“During the generator testing, numerous safety devices appear to have been deliberately overridden by Jadestone, including heat detectors, flame detectors, and smoke detectors,” the OA said. No alarms went off because of the overridden sensors.
Australian oil and gas majors Santos and Woodside confirm £40bn merger talks
Australian oil and gas giants Santos (ASX: STO) and Woodside Energy (ASX: WDS) have confirmed ongoing discussions on a A$80 billion (£40bn) potential merger.
Jadestone rides East Belumut high with strong production
"The East Belumut drilling programme has proved to be very successful”, said Jadestone president and CEO Paul Blakeley.
Australia’s Origin Energy rejects private equity offer
A representative for AustralianSuper told local media that Origin’s value was “better in the hands of members and other shareholders rather than a private equity consortium seeking to make a quick return based on the proposed scheme terms and we are pleased that this is the outcome”.
Aberdeen’s Craig International continues global expansion with new Australia office
Aberdeen-headquartered Craig International has opened its tenth international base and first in Australia.
Santos faces Barossa challenge as pipelay vessel waits
Santos has disagreed on the impact of the pipeline. It has an expert opinion stating that there are no specific underwater cultural sites on the proposed route.
LNG threat returns as Australia workers discuss resuming strikes
Union members at Chevron Corp. liquefied natural gas facilities in Australia are deciding on a plan to resume strikes after criticizing the company’s efforts to finalize an agreement on pay and conditions.
KBR wins Pluto expansion work from Woodside
"KBR is pleased to support Woodside in the modification of the Pluto Train 1 LNG facility to enable processing of Scarborough gas, and in turn provide opportunity to extend the life of the plant."
Chevron and unions agree to end Australia LNG strikes
Chevron (NYSE: CVX) and labor unions reached an agreement to end strikes at key liquefied natural gas facilities in Australia that have roiled the global market for the fuel.
Jadestone builds confidence at Montara and looks ahead
Jadestone CEO and president Paul Blakeley said Montara had been a “real problem”. The defect in July occurred in a tank that had already been inspected, he explained to Energy Voice.