Interview: UK energy minister reaffirms oil and gas support ahead of COP26
The new UK energy minister has reaffirmed his support for the oil and gas industry as the COP26 climate summit beckons.
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CNR International to introduce mandatory vaccinations for North Sea workers
CNR International has announced it will introduce mandatory vaccinations for North Sea workers.
Shell ‘proposing changes’ to Jackdaw after initial plans rejected
Shell (LON: RDSA) is “proposing changes” to plans for Jackdaw after its initial approach was knocked back by the UK regulator last week.
‘It’s not just about comfort, it’s about safety’: Call to address unfair standards for women’s offshore PPE
Calls are being made for the North Sea to address unfair PPE standards for women working offshore.
Hurricane Energy posts H1 profits of £31m, appoints new non-exec director
Hurricane Energy (LON: HUR) is continuing to “evaluate options” to bolster production from its flagship Lancaster field after a “very challenging” start to 2021.
BP to retest all crew on Clair Ridge after Covid-19 outbreak
A handful of workers have been flown off a North Sea platform after Covid-19 cases were picked up on board.
‘You can’t move a store, but you can move a turbine’ – BP CCS boss on scramble for North Sea space
A senior figure at BP (LON: BP) says “compromises will need to be made” over access to space for North Sea energy transition projects.
Apache pulled up after ‘uncontrolled’ gas leak on Forties Delta
A North Sea operator has been given a slap on the wrist after an “uncontrolled hydrocarbon gas release” occurred on one of its platforms.
‘Potential for a major accident’: HSE slams Shell as three-tonne object dropped 50-feet on North Sea platform
Shell has been slammed by the safety regulator after a three-tonne object was dropped more than 50-feet on board a North Sea platform.
TRACS: CCS master class to meet growing demand
With 30 years of oil and gas experience, TRACS International (TRACS) has advised on development of oil and gas fields around the world – many of which are now candidates for safe disposal of CO2.
UK energy minister insists there’s been ‘no change’ in policy on new fields despite Jackdaw blow
The UK’s energy minister has moved to reassure the North Sea sector after Shell’s Jackdaw was dealt a significant blow.
Work halted on flagship IOG project after ‘issue’ with oil rig leg
Work has been stopped at the flagship North Sea project of IOG after an “issue” was uncovered on the leg of an oil rig.
Harbour Energy wins CCS storage licence for V Net Zero
The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has granted Harbour Energy (LON:HBR) a carbon capture and storage (CCS) licence for its V Net Zero project in the Humber.
Tailwind Energy completes Evelyn development well
Tailwind Energy has completed a development well for the Evelyn field in the North Sea.
Orcadian to farm-out 30million barrel UK prospect to Carrick Resources
Orcadian Energy (LON: ORCA) has announced a deal to farm out the Carra prospect in the UK North Sea to Carrick Resources.
Shell ‘keeping fingers crossed’ for Acorn ahead of UK Gov CCS announcement
There is just a fortnight to go until the UK Government could reveal the two projects that will form its carbon capture and storage (CCS) vanguard.
Major investment a sign of commitment to north-east recovery, says McIntosh Heavy Logistics
A north-east transport firm is playing its part in the region’s recovery from the pandemic after announcing a £750,000 investment.
Evolving and adapting for the changing times
The world and energy markets are turbulent and demands for change are coming from all areas. For companies to benefit from these changes, they must focus on doing today’s operations in a more sustainable manner, whilst expanding into new areas.
OGA prepared to get tough over energy transition
The UK’s offshore oil and gas industry could come to an end within a decade on the current reserves/production trajectory, according to data recently published by regulator, the Oil and gas Authority.
Greenpeace loses court battle to block North Sea oilfield
Activist group Greenpeace has lost its court battle to block production from the Ithaca Energy and BP Vorlich oilfield in the North Sea.
Shell left ‘disappointed’ after UK regulator declines to approve Jackdaw plans
Shell’s Jackdaw project has been dealt a blow after the UK regulator declined to approve its field development plans.
Peterson ‘encouraged’ by activity boost for North Sea and beyond
Logistics firm Peterson has said it is “encouraged” with activity picking up and the business eyeing a return to profits in 2021.
Tackling ‘low confidence’ in North Sea methane monitoring
Increasing pressure is being put on upstream operators to decarbonise their operations, from investors, the regulator and the wider public. But while North Sea energy companies are moving to cut emissions, they still have challenging assets on their hands.
CCS a once in a generation opportunity for Peterhead, says port boss
A boss at Peterhead Port Authority has hailed carbon capture and storage (CCS) as a once in a generation opportunity for the town.
Boris Johnson hints at investment for Acorn CCUS project in Aberdeenshire
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has hinted that the Acorn carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) project in Aberdeenshire could be set to benefit from government investment.