Southern North Sea ‘well placed’ to meet dual challenge
The southern North Sea (SNS) is well placed to support the transition to a low carbon future while meeting higher energy demand, an industry chief will say at a conference in Norwich today.
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Industry report shows ‘scary and disappointing’ progress on gender balance
A new report for the UK oil and gas industry shows a “scary and disappointing” lack of progress on gender diversity, according to a Wood boss.
Conoco deal gives us ‘potential to chase’ says Chrysaor boss
US oil firm ConocoPhillips has agreed a £2billion deal to sell its North Sea assets to Chrysaor.
Industry will prevail against ‘Darwinian’ fate, says OGUK chief
The chief executive of Oil and Gas UK has said the industry will prevail against claims it faces “extinction” in the fight against climate change.
‘Disappointing’ progress on gender diversity, says oil and gas leader
An oil and gas industry leader has said there is a “disappointing” lack of progress being made on gender diversity.
New network to promote diversity in North Sea workforce
Industry body Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has announced plans to encourage more diversity in the workforce.
Acceleration for North Sea investment ‘key’ for 2019
As we come towards the end of the year, it’s always a good time to pause and reflect on the last 12 months and set our sights on the year ahead.
Peer urges more incentives for oil and gas search
A leading north-east politician has claimed that more UK Government investment is needed for oil and gas exploration.
Honours: Deirdre Michie recognised for services to the oil and gas industry
Oil and gas stalwart Deirdre Michie is being recognised as part of the Queen’s Birthday Honours for her services to the industry.
OGUK chief: Diversity will aid survival
North Sea industry is in a better place after three tough years, but fresh thinking and new ways of working will be needed to help plot a course to a sustainable future, the head of Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has said.
Nexen chief takes Oil and Gas UK co-chair position
Ray Riddoch, Nexen’s UK managing director and senior vice president of Europe, has taken over as co-chair of Oil and Gas UK.
OGUK warns against complacency after poll heralds end of downturn
Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has warned North Sea industry against complacency after a new report heralded the end of the downturn.
North Sea lifting costs to hit $14 by end of year, says Oil and Gas UK chief
Oil and Gas UK Chief Executive, Deirdre Michie today said the ‘tide is turning’ in the industry with $14 lifting cost anticipated for the end of the year.
Deirdre Michie: What’s next for the North Sea?
As Aberdeen welcomes delegates from more than 140 countries to the city for an intensive week of stimulating debate, fact-packed presentations and networking at Offshore Europe, Oil & Gas UK looks forward to sharing its update on where our UK offshore industry is heading next.
Kraken first oil welcomed by Oil and Gas UK
Industry body Oil and Gas UK has welcomed the announcement of first oil from the North Sea's Kraken development.
Decommissioning tax relief high on the post-election agenda for OGUK
The head of Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has said industry is ready to resume the push for decommissioning tax relief after next week’s general election.
Terror attack survivor Frank Gardner to speak at SPE Offshore Europe 2017
A journalist who survived being shot six times by Al-Qaeda sympathisers is heading to Aberdeen to warn the oil and gas industry about the threat of terrorism.
OGUK unveils blueprint to deliver £290bn prize for economy
An oil and gas industry body today unveiled a blueprint aimed at providing a £300billion boost for the UK economy.
North Sea oil and gas industry finally ‘coming up for air’
The North Sea is finally "coming up for air" after a tough two years, according to a leading industry expert.
SNS 2017 opinion: The East is helping lead the way towards recovery
As an industry we too often have our gaze drawn north towards Aberdeen and south towards London, without giving proper dues to the fantastic work that’s being done in the key energy hubs around the UK.
Oil & Gas UK calls for fresh commitments in Autumn Statement to boost sector
Industry body Oil & Gas UK has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer to call for commitments in the Autumn Statement to help boost investor confidence in North Sea exploration and production.
OGUK makes plea for more support
Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) chief executive Deirdre Michie last night called on the UK Government to build on the support it has already given the industry.
New Secretary of State for Business and Energy agrees to fast-track industry forum
The new Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy today agreed to fast-track an industry forum as the sector battles its most prolonged downturn to-date.
Oil & Gas UK welcomes appointment of Theresa May as UK PM
Industry body Oil & Gas UK has welcomed the appointment of Theresa May as Prime Minister of the UK.