Peterson Energy Logistics has announced that Chris Coull and Jason Hendry have been appointed Joint Managing Directors UK as the business embraces an all-energy focus across the UK Continental Shelf. This position was created to address the complex needs of UK-wide customers, leveraging the combined experience of Chris, who was previously Managing Director Scotland, and Jason, […]
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Insight Energy – Issue 17, Autumn 2024
The autumn issue and edition 17 of Insight Energy is out now! Read the e-edition now with the print version being distributed next week! In our latest edition, sponsored by Offshore Energies UK, we dive into the significant challenges and opportunities facing the energy sector amidst the current climate of uncertainty. With the recent shift […]
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Sheringham Shoal grant enhances launch and recovery for Sea Palling lifeboat
The Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm, operated by Equinor, makes a donation of £100,000 per annum to the Sheringham Shoal Community Fund, and a grant from the Fund enabled the Sea Palling Independent Lifeboat Station in North Norfolk to take delivery of a new Argocat all-terrain amphibious rescue vehicle in late 2022. “What a game […]
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Increased ripple effects from Equinor in Norway
A new report shows that deliveries for exploration, development projects and operation of Equinor-operated fields and onshore facilities in Norway had a value of more than NOK 134 billion in 2023, 94 per cent of which were invoiced by Norwegian suppliers. Equinor plans to maintain its oil and gas production of around 1.2 million barrels […]
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RWE launches new offshore virtual work experience programme
A fantastic new virtual learning experience has been created by RWE in the UK with our partner Springpod to give young people an insight into what a career in the offshore wind sector would look like! Springpod is an organisation that works with schools, colleges, universities and employers to create interactive learning programmes which empower the […]
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Equinor to use the world’s first ammonia-powered supply vessel
Equinor has signed a contract with Eidesvik Offshore for the conversion of the Viking Energy supply vessel to ammonia operation. The vessel will be fully converted and put into operation with low emissions in 2026. The vessel supplies Equinor’s installations on the Norwegian continental shelf (NCS). Viking Energy will be the world’s first supply vessel […]
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Strengthening emergency preparedness in the Barents Sea
Equinor will establish and operate a new area-wide emergency preparedness solution for the southwestern Barents Sea. The solution will add new resources, expertise and capabilities that will strengthen safety and emergency preparedness in this ocean area. “Safety is our number one priority, we must have a good emergency preparedness system in place wherever we operate. […]
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Plan to hike windfall tax sparks energy jobs warning
More than 40 companies across the UK’s oil and gas supply chain have written an open letter to the Treasury expressing “grave concern” about plans to hike windfall taxes and eliminate investment incentives. The letter – issued by EEEGR (East of England Energy Group) partner Offshore Energies UK – warns that plans threaten £200bn of […]
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North Falls Offshore Wind Farm’s DCO application accepted for examination
The Planning Inspectorate has accepted North Falls Offshore Wind Farm’s Development Consent Order (DCO) application for examination, marking a significant step forward for the project. North Falls, a 50/50 joint venture between RWE Offshore Wind and SSE Renewables, submitted the DCO application in July 2024. The project is now entering the pre-examination phase, with the […]
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Behind the scenes at Proserv with RenewableUK
Global controls technology specialist Proserv opened its east of England facilities for a summer networking event with RenewableUK. RenewableUK’s Connect attracted guests from across the region and the UK to Proserv’s purpose-built base at Beacon Park, Gorleston, to network and find out more about the company’s specialisms, activities, partners and plans. Its workshops were open […]
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