Updated: Government urged to give green light to carbon capture technology
Many of the UK's heavy industries could close unless the Government kick-starts carbon capture technology, MPs are warning.
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Lifeboat ceremony honours 16 helicopter crash victims
The legacies of 16 people killed in a helicopter crash have been remembered with the naming of a new lifeboat.
New Aberdeen lifeboat to be named after helicopter crash victim
A new Aberdeen lifeboat is set to be named for a man who died in a tragic helicopter crash.
Fear of ‘false dawn’ for north-east jobs from delays on CCS plans
Fears have been raised of “another false dawn” for north-east jobs on carbon capture and storage (CCS) as the government risks falling behind on delivery plans.
Minister raises A90 campaigners’ hopes
The hopes of north-east campaigners were raised yesterday after the transport secretary confirmed improvements to a notorious road would be included in a review.
Helicopter transport still ‘biggest concern’ a decade since Super Puma tragedy
A decade on since a fatal crash in the North Sea, helicopter transport remains the “biggest concern” for the offshore workforce.
Families of victims tell of the moment they heard news
Although the offshore industry has moved on in the 10 years since April 1 2009, for many of the families of the 16 men who died in the Super Puma crash north of Peterhead, time has stood still.
Oil service boss banned over tax inaccuracies
A north-east engineering boss has been banned from running companies for seven years after failing to pay correct tax.
New jobs in pipeline as offshore services firm grows
Success on the continent for one of the north-east’s biggest employers could lead to the creation of a number of new jobs in Peterhead.
Peterhead to Norway power connector could bring 600 local jobs during construction
An electricity superhighway planned between Peterhead and Norway could bring a 600-job boom to the area, according to plans submitted by developers.
UK government taskforce earmarks North East for carbon capture – three years after pulling £1billion funding
A UK Government taskforce has highlighted Peterhead as a key region to deploy Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technology, less than three years after Westminster cut a £1billion fund to develop it.
Peterhead redevelopment at the heart of global strategy for ASCO
A major improvement programme that will deliver ‘the most efficient supply base in the industry’ is well underway with building work expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Asian Hercules arrives for Aberdeen wind farm foundation delivery after delay
The giant Asian Hercules III has been spotted coming into Peterhead Port today to wait for the Aberdeen Offshore Wind Farm foundations after their arrival was delayed by 'the beast from the east'.
Decommissioning will be ‘huge part’ of Peterhead port’s future
If you were to ask someone in Scotland to name a fishing town, chances are they would say Peterhead. But what if you asked the same question in 400 years’ time?
Aberdeen harbour’s £5.5m boost ‘harmful’ to Peterhead
A north-east planning chief has warned investing £5.5million in the expansion of Aberdeen Harbour will take business away from its own ports.
Charles Ritchie, founder of Score Group, dies age 69
Charles Ritchie, founder of Peterhead based oil and gas engineering firm Score Group, has died aged 69.
May’s Brexit appeal resonates in Scottish Nationalist stronghold
The Scottish town of Peterhead, the U.K.’s largest fishing port, always had a rebellious streak.
TechnipFMC’s new Deep Explorer vessel docked in Peterhead
A hi-tech deep sea vessel was last night berthed at a north-east harbour after paying a flying visit to the region.
New swarf filtering system could save P&A costs, claims Peterhead firm
A Scottish firm has come up with a new filtration system that it claims will allow well operations to be carried out faster and more efficiently.
Decom series: North Sea ports wage decommissioning ‘Phoney War’
Energy Voice began its decommissioning series in October by raising the prospect of a “turf war” in the North Sea over the next 30 years.
Davidsons Blast Services to expand Peterhead base
A Peterhead-based protective coatings firm has received permission to expand its blast and painting facility.
Exclusive: Scottish ports ‘must unite to share post-oil’ work
Ports in the north-east of Scotland must band together with their UK neighbours to fend off the challenge from Norway and the Netherlands for decommissioning work.
Collision report due on oil bunker barge and vessel crash in North Sea
The final outcome of an investigation into a collision between a bunker barge and a cargo ship in the North Sea will be revealed in the coming weeks.
GE Oil & Gas to close Peterhead base, consulting with staff
General Electric Oil and Gas said today it is in consultation with workers in Peterhead after revealing plans to close its site in the town later this year.
Brexit: Score Europe MD calls for industry to “rise to challenge”, says INDY 2 is “unwelcome distraction”
The managing director of Score Europe said industry must "rise to the challenge" and "pull together" after the UK voted by a narrow margin to leave the European Union.