Blue hydrogen key to forming UK’s ‘hydrogen backbone’, says OGTC boss
Blue hydrogen will be fundamental in kick starting the establishment of a “hydrogen economy” in the UK, an industry expert has said.
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Recycling of turbine blades ‘golden opportunity’ for supply chain, says report
At-scale recycling of wind turbine blades could present the UK supply chain with “huge economic opportunities”, according to a new report.
What is the point of technology if no one uses it?
A sustainable future is closely linked to creating and adopting innovative technologies. These new products, services and ways of working may solve many of the challenges we face as individuals and as a society. However, to unlock the power of innovation, these technologies must be adopted and deployed. How we produce and consume energy is a critical element of a sustainable future.
Potential for use of wave energy in subsea operations to be explored in Aberdeen
Renewable energy could soon be used to run subsea oil and gas equipment as part of efforts to slash operational emissions.
Martin Gilbert: Energy Transition will offer big opportunities
Disrupt or be disrupted. Those are the options open to Aberdeen in the field of low-carbon technology development, according to entrepreneur Martin Gilbert.
Investing in a world worth living in
Want to hear from a ‘financial activist’ on a mission to make money a force for good, for people and the planet? That’s exactly what you can do if you join Rob Gardner on the OGTC’s Insight60 event next month.
‘Serious intent’ to get major west of Shetland oil projects to net zero – Orion
West of Shetland operators are working with “serious intent” to get huge new oil projects “to a net zero outcome”, according to the head of a major clean energy scheme on the islands.
Showcasing game-changing energy technologies
The rapid transition under way in energy means that now more than ever the sector must grasp the opportunities presented by technology.
Digitalisation event to focus on people over technology
Business intelligence company, Offshore Network, are next month hosting the Upstream Digital Transformation Conference, a digitalisation event, but not one that’s looking at technology. Instead the event focuses on the ‘people’ aspects of digital transformation, with sessions including discussions on culture change, skills and collaboration.
Be brave and place some bets
There’s a general view that we should consign the year gone by to history. In oil and gas, and the wider energy industry, 2020 can more accurately be viewed as another challenging time for a sector accustomed to being beleaguered.
Air Control Entech eyes recruitment drive after hitting it off with Stork
Remote inspection technology firm Air Control Entech (ACE) intends to recruit up to 10 new employees after landing a partnership with Stork, a Fluor company.
BP, Shell, OGUK, OGTC and others launch ‘Manifesto for Clean Growth’
A new “Manifesto for Clean Growth” unites public, private and third sector partners in a shared mission to identify the economic opportunities a net-zero future offers the Scottish economy.
Fifth of North Sea jobs could go by 2050 without ‘urgent investment’ in net zero solutions, says OGTC report
The number of jobs in the North Sea energy sector could fall by 20% in the coming years without “urgent investment” in offshore net zero solutions.
OGTC’s TechX graduation goes virtual
OGTC’s accelerator programme, TechX, celebrates the graduation of its third cohort of technology start-up Pioneers, the first to be done via a virtual programme.
Crown Estate Scotland tendering £40K contract to study whether oil platforms can be reused for hydrogen
Crown Estate Scotland is tendering a £40,000 contract for a study into whether oil platforms can be reused to produce hydrogen.
Energy transition: How to protect your intellectual property
The oil & gas sector has a vital role to play in transitioning to net zero by 2050, and in mature basins like the UKCS, much can be achieved. Innovation and technology will be key to unlocking many of these opportunities.
Scottish start-up Mocean Energy raises £850K to bring wave power to subsea oil and gas
Scottish start-up Mocean Energy has raised £850,000 for a new technology to bring wave power to subsea oil and gas.
New tool for slashing well decom costs aces first live test in North Sea
An Aberdeen start-up firm’s technology for slashing oil well decommissioning costs has passed its first North Sea trial with flying colours.
Flylogix targeting more North Sea methane monitoring trips in 2021 after reaching milestone
Unmanned aviation firm Flylogix is planning more flights to monitor methane emissions from North Sea platforms early next year after reaching a new milestone.
OGTC drops ‘oil and gas’ from name in soft rebrand
The Oil and Gas Technology Centre has given itself a soft rebrand as simply “OGTC”, dropping hydrocarbons from the title.
AFBE-UK Scotland Diversity and Inclusion Awards shortlist announced
BP, Baker Hughes and Spirit Energy are among those that have made the shortlist for AFBE-UK Scotland's 2020 Diversity and Inclusion Awards.
Deal with Stena Drilling is largest ever for fledgling Aberdeen firm
Crane and lifting technology firm Intebloc, of Aberdeen, is celebrating its biggest ever contract win after clinching a six-figure deal with Stena Drilling.
Accelerating after Covid-19: A day of reckoning or new opportunity?
Covid-19 has caused an unprecedented global economic and social crisis. The pandemic has significantly affected all aspects of life. Almost overnight the world as we knew it began to spin on a completely different axis.
US tech entrepreneur urges industry leaders to ‘drive not delegate the digital transformation’
Silicon Valley businessman Tom Siebel urged business leaders to “drive not delegate the digital transformation”, in his keynote address to delegates at ENGenious Online.
12 start-ups for new TechX virtual accelerator programme
A dozen “pioneer” start-ups are taking part in the Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC)’s third annual TechX Accelerator programme.