Oil industry welcomes new UK government ahead of sector deal and IR35 changes
The oil and gas industry has welcomed the new UK government as it looks ahead to a “transformational” sector deal and braces for tax changes for thousands of contractors.
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UK ‘contemplating CCUS for too long’ warns industry report
A new report has called for rapid action on a vital technology for reducing carbon emissions which the UK has been “contemplating for too long”.
Sun sets on a slow year for North Sea sanctions
A bumper year for new project sanctions on the UK continental shelf (UKCS) in 2018 has been followed by an underwhelming 2019, analysts have said.
Oil industry must ‘earn its future’, OGUK chief says
Even a year or two ago, climate change and the energy transition would not have featured heavily in an interview between Energy Voice and the chief executive of Oil and Gas UK (OGUK).
Industry champions celebrated at Oil and Gas UK Awards
Champions of the offshore industry were honoured in style at the annual Oil and Gas UK Awards last night.
‘First time in my North Sea history’ industry aligns on common leadership principles – OGUK boss
A North Sea boss has hailed new leadership measures to prevent major hazards offshore as being the “first time” in her career the industry has aligned in such a way.
Industry body says ‘much more to be done’ to prevent oil and gas leaks
An industry body will warn there is “much more to be done” to prevent major leaks in the North Sea at an Aberdeen conference later.
Professor urges Granite City to diversify to thrive
Enormous changes are afoot to help grow the Aberdeen economy in the coming years as uncertainty and fierce competition from other growing cities become the new norm.
New Aberdeen conference to spotlight North Sea health and safety
A new conference has been announced which will focus on the most pressing health and safety issues in the North Sea.
Offshore Europe will mark milestone for North Sea vision
Under a month from now, more than 35,000 people will descend on Aberdeen for the biennial SPE Offshore Europe event.
Vision 2035 roadmap to be launched at Offshore Europe
Industry bosses are planning to publish a “roadmap” at next month’s Offshore Europe on how to achieve the Vision 2035 scenario.
New OGUK board members to drive North Sea ‘competitiveness and energy transition’
Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has said its two new boardroom appointments will be tasked with boltering ongoing efforts at increasing North Sea competitiveness and leading the charge toward the UK's net zero emissions target.
UK oil industry getting ‘very good’ at decommissioning, OGA boss says
The UK oil and gas industry is starting to get “very good” at decommissioning, the sector’s top regulator said yesterday.
Industry failing to meet climate change expectations, warns OGUK boss
The head of Oil and Gas UK has warned the industry that it is not meeting the expectations of society around climate change.
Industry must address ‘real and present danger’ of climate change, warns OGUK chief
Oil and Gas UK’s CEO will insist the industry must address the “real and present danger” of climate change at a major conference in Aberdeen later.
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.