Industry mental health charter could be “game changer” for North Sea workers
Figures from across the industry have helped develop a new charter that would see companies commit to improving the mental health of offshore workers.
International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC)
IADC calls for ‘top down change’ on mental health as 40% of offshore workers report suicidal thoughts while on duty
A new report prepared by North Sea drilling contractors calls for “lasting and meaningful” change to how the offshore industry deals with the mental health of its workforce.
Drillers warn politicians that North Sea rigs could be ‘lost for good’
“There is a real danger that the UK will be left without the resources and talent to make the energy transition a reality safely," the IADC has warned hundreds of MPs and MSPs.
Market analyst notes ‘fall away’ in North Sea rig tendering activity on windfall tax ramp up
A top rig market analyst has laid bare the impact of the UK Government’s windfall tax hike on the UK’s drilling sector.
‘Once those units go away, they won’t come back’: Drilling contractors head to Westminster in plea for North Sea stability
Drilling contractors will head to Westminster on Wednesday to make the case for stable and continued investment in the North Sea, lest the basin face an exodus of vital equipment and skills.
Exc: North Sea drillers warn of rig exodus amid ‘minimal opportunity’
The Scottish and UK Governments have been called upon to create a long-term energy plan to ensure a ‘viable’ drilling sector remains.
High costs and contradictions cloud Nigeria’s outlook
Companies working in Nigeria’s energy sector have called for a faster rate of change from the government.
North Sea drillers donate £6,500 to Aberdeen lifeboat crew
North Sea drillers have made a £6,500 donation to the RNLI lifeboat station in Aberdeen.