http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/rss_page.php The latest news about web-development. en-us editor@railwaystrategies.co.uk webmaster@railwaystrategies.co.uk PHP RSS Feed Generator Power and automation technologies leader, ABB, has appointed Troy Stewart as head of service for its oil, gas and petrochemical business in the UK and Caspian regions. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17551&issueid=489 Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17551&issueid=489 Michael Fallon MP is to join DECC as Minister of State for Energy and Climate Change, as John Hayes leaves the department to take up the role of Minister of State without portfolio. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17473&issueid=487 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17473&issueid=487 22-23 May 2013, Savoy Place, London Managing Oil & Gas Portfolios in Uncertain markets http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17478&issueid=487 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17478&issueid=487 Emma Judge discusses attracting female talent to the oil and gas industry http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17338&issueid=484 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17338&issueid=484 The Underwater Centre in Fort William has been awarded a further £130,000 as part of a major initiative to encourage Scottish-based individuals to begin a new career in commercial diving. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17339&issueid=484 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17339&issueid=484 Leading environmental technology company, Vikoma International Limited, has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of Guy Downie as sales and marketing director. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17341&issueid=484 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17341&issueid=484 Warnings that oil industry safety standards are being jeopardised by a shortage of experienced staff are supported by a report published on 11th March 2013. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17343&issueid=484 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17343&issueid=484 OPITO International has seen its business completely transformed in the last year. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17344&issueid=484 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17344&issueid=484 OPITO, the oil and gas industry’s focal point for skills, learning and workforce development, has appointed a new policy affairs director to enhance collaboration between the North Sea sector, government and education. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17060&issueid=478 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17060&issueid=478 Paul Bury, ROV training manager at The Underwater Centre, Fort William, talks ROV training http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17066&issueid=478 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17066&issueid=478 Offshore Europe 2013 (OE 2013) conference and exhibition from the Society of Petroleum Engineers attracts a global audience of engineers, technical specialists, industry leaders and experts to share ideas and debate the issues of the moment in the upstream oil and gas industry. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17181&issueid=478 Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=17181&issueid=478 Alastair COLE speaks with European Oil and Gas about the growing North Sea Skills gap http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16993&issueid=476 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16993&issueid=476 Falck Nutec has invested £400,000 in a state-of-the-art helicopter landing platform at The Fire Training Group’s (TFTG) training centre at Aberdeen Airport. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16995&issueid=476 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16995&issueid=476 A new forecast for the UK’s oil and gas industry, the UK’s largest industrial investor, shows that 2013 will see a boom in job creation as North Sea Oil continues to experience unprecedented growth. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16998&issueid=476 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16998&issueid=476 ITF, the global technology facilitator, has confirmed that Patrick O’Brien will become its new chief executive officer. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16999&issueid=476 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16999&issueid=476 Jolene Paterson discusses why talent mobility is a key concept for oil and gas companies http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16807&issueid=473 Mon, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16807&issueid=473 Matthew Halle looks at the best approaches for maintaining expertise throughout oil and gas businesses http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16721&issueid=471 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16721&issueid=471 Petrofac Training Services has been named International Training Provider of the Year at the 2012 OPITO Safety and Competency Awards in Abu Dhabi. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16724&issueid=471 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16724&issueid=471 Leading global energy services company Senergy has underpinned its commitment to investing in people and the future of the industry after entering into an innovative agreement with the University of Aberdeen. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16726&issueid=471 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16726&issueid=471 Petrofac Training Services has achieved OPITO accreditation at its state-of-the-art base on Sakhalin Island. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16659&issueid=469 Wed, 02 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16659&issueid=469 The British Safety Council now offers the NEBOSH International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety, a new, globally recognised training course and qualification for those with health and safety responsibilities in the international oil and gas industry. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16489&issueid=464 Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16489&issueid=464 DNV, the multinational provider of risk management and sustainability services, has appointed Peter Boyle as UK regional director to drive forward its offshore ageing and life extension business. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16490&issueid=464 Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16490&issueid=464 Offshore Energy is the fastest growing offshore event in Europe focusing on the international offshore, oil and gas industries and is the only dedicated offshore event in the Netherlands. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16495&issueid=464 Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16495&issueid=464 Weight is a crucial factor in the construction and operation of offshore platforms, and with many of today’s topsides having already reached their limits, the ability to manage this weight is increasingly being taken back to the drawing board. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16497&issueid=464 Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16497&issueid=464 Heather Milne, of Stork Technical Services, on overcoming challenges for employers in a competitive jobs market http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16353&issueid=462 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16353&issueid=462 Offshore Energy is the fastest growing offshore event in Europe focusing on the international offshore, oil and gas industries and is the only dedicated offshore event in the Netherlands. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16364&issueid=462 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16364&issueid=462 Atlas, the leading international learning and skills provider, has urged the UK oil and gas industry to ensure that new entrants into the industry obtain the highest levels of skills and training to maintain and enhance the highest standards possible. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16105&issueid=457 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16105&issueid=457 For nearly four decades ONS, the biannual exhibition, conference and meeting place for those in the oil and gas and offshore industries, has been the event to visit. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16109&issueid=457 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=16109&issueid=457 For an industry as globally diverse as the oil and gas market, the ability for major players worldwide to meet, discuss the latest developments, present innovative and exciting new technologies, and offer insight into future alternatives is essential. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15956&issueid=455 Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15956&issueid=455 International energy consultancy Xodus Group has appointed Dr Mark Hutchinson into the new position of head of advanced engineering to promote technical engineering excellence on global energy projects. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15753&issueid=452 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15753&issueid=452 Subsea UK recently launched its annual scholarship initiative, which is aimed at boosting the number of highly skilled subsea engineers in the industry. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15755&issueid=452 Mon, 23 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15755&issueid=452 Three female construction graduates at Aker Solutions in Aberdeen will be the first in the UK to achieve professional approval for their training after the company’s development programme gained official recognition from the industry’s national skills body, the ECITB. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15131&issueid=442 Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15131&issueid=442 BMT Cordah, a subsidiary of the BMT Group, has announced the appointment of Norman Di Perno as its managing director. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15132&issueid=442 Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=15132&issueid=442 NES Global Talent, a specialist in the oil and gas recruitment sector, expects companies to take on extra staff in 2012 as new projects get sanctioned. NES Global Talent predicts that within three to six months, the increase in exploration and production activity and budget reviews will lead to an increase in demand for engineers – particularly subsea, design and process engineers. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14943&issueid=438 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14943&issueid=438 The first recipient of OPITO's Piper Alpha Memorial Scholarship, Olusola Olusuyi, on employee involvement in influencing safety culture http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14945&issueid=438 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14945&issueid=438 For more than 40 years the Oceanology International Exhibition and Conference has been a key date in the marine science and ocean technology community, providing a forum for the discussion and debate of the latest and most important topics facing the industry. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14950&issueid=438 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14950&issueid=438 Utility companies face myriad pressures in today’s challenging economic environment. Howevernot only are these challenges coming from government and regulatory bodies but also from shareholders, customers and other invested stakeholders. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14985&issueid=438 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14985&issueid=438 Matthew Halle, operations manager at NES Global Talent, discusses six ways in which the global recession has improved the oil and gas industry http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14796&issueid=436 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14796&issueid=436 Fast growing North Sea operator GDF SUEZ E&P UK Ltd has made a senior Aberdeen-based appointment to lead all new development and operational activity in the UKCS. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14797&issueid=436 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14797&issueid=436 Reflex Marine has been awarded the coveted Silver standard by Investors in People. It joins a select group of only two per cent of businesses in the UK to have gained the silver award. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14425&issueid=429 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14425&issueid=429 Business complexity is significantly reducing the profitability of the world's oil giants, as Professor Simon Collinson and Melvin Jay, founders of Simplicity Partnership explain http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14432&issueid=429 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14432&issueid=429 For oil and gas companies worldwide, recruitment remains one of the key challenges in the industry http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14323&issueid=426 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14323&issueid=426 ACE Winches has appointed Graeme Wood as chief operating officer to guide the growth of the company, as the leading deck machinery specialist eyes further expansion into international markets. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14324&issueid=426 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14324&issueid=426 Dr. Vince Cable, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills, visited Aker Solutions on the 1st September to find out more about the company’s growth plans and meet the next generation of oil and gas talent. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14099&issueid=423 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14099&issueid=423 As is the case with each SPE Offshore Europe exhibition and conference, this year’s event proved yet again to be a record-breaking affair. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14105&issueid=423 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14105&issueid=423 Formed in 2007 and intended to be ‘the voice of the UK offshore oil and gas industry’, Oil & Gas UK is the leading representative body for the entire sector, acting as a non-profit organisation with the key objective of strengthening the long-term health of the industry in and around the UK. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14106&issueid=423 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=14106&issueid=423 Petrotechnics has announced the opening of a new office in Saudi Arabia. The move is an important milestone in the company’s growth and will allow it to significantly build its business in the region. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13809&issueid=417 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13809&issueid=417 Yet again, the time for the biannual Offshore Europe Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition is upon us. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13813&issueid=417 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13813&issueid=417 Formed in 2007 and intended to be ‘the voice of the UK offshore oil and gas industry’, Oil & Gas UK is the leading representative body for the entire sector, acting as a non-profit organisation with the key objective of strengthening the long-term health of the industry in and around the UK. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13816&issueid=417 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13816&issueid=417 Yet again, the time for the biannual Offshore Europe Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition is drawing closer. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13639&issueid=413 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13639&issueid=413 With the oil and gas market maturing, Vicky Kenrick of Allen & York looks at the growing pace of recruitment within the wind energy and renewables sector http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13523&issueid=410 Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13523&issueid=410 Mattatthew Secomb of White & Case LLP explains how oil and gas companies can deal with the UK's move against bribery and corruption, and the implications of the Bribery Act 2010 http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13528&issueid=410 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13528&issueid=410 Reflex Marine’s inspection and maintenance training courses on how to correctly inspect and maintain its FROG marine personnel transfer devices are proving popular. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13186&issueid=399 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13186&issueid=399 A survey of global offshore oil and gas personnel has highlighted the pride, good pay and thrill felt by the vast majority of workers. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13188&issueid=399 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13188&issueid=399 The 2011 UK Budget has had a direct impact on the UK oil and gas industry, as advisory firm Deloitte’s head of tax in Scotland, Derek Henderson explained recently: http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13034&issueid=394 Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13034&issueid=394 Martin Hesketh gives his views on how the announcements made in the recent Budget will affect the oil and gas sector and those contractors working in it http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13038&issueid=394 Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13038&issueid=394 As the industry develops, employers must face up to the worsening skills shortages and address challenges to ensure success http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13039&issueid=394 Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13039&issueid=394 The Onstream Group is an oil and gas service provider specialising in project and technical recruitment, equipment rental, logistical support and maintenance services. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13089&issueid=394 Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13089&issueid=394 Offshore technicians can now learn how to correctly inspect and maintain their marine personnel transfer devices at training courses organised by offshore access specialist Reflex Marine. The new programme has been developed in response to the considerable interest and demand from operators around the world. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12696&issueid=382 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12696&issueid=382 Since 1972, when Brian Singleton launched the very first, and very modest, S&SR LNG & LPG meeting, individuals from across the global gas and gas infrastructure industries have been meeting to attend events, conferences and speeches that have evolved to meet the ever-changing requirements of the upstream, midstream and downstream gas spectrum. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12701&issueid=382 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12701&issueid=382 Shirley Barnes from Dinamiks Ltd on why employee performance management is crucial for the industry at a time of change and intense public scrutiny http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13090&issueid=382 Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=13090&issueid=382 The UK needs to be ready to meet the 12,000 shortfall in oil and gas contractors or miss a golden opportunity to grow its regional economies in key areas such as Aberdeen, says accountancy and support services company, Brookson Limited. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12445&issueid=375 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12445&issueid=375 Dynamic positioning (DP) operations are a complex procedure, often requiring multiple calculations and tasks to be carried out simultaneously through the use of specialised hardware. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12464&issueid=375 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12464&issueid=375 Peak Well Services has appointed Nigel Avern as chief executive. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12243&issueid=369 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12243&issueid=369 A major piece of research, commissioned by international skills body OPITO, has revealed that the industry is in overwhelming support of common global standards for health and safety training. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12136&issueid=366 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12136&issueid=366 As Paul Bury explains, the rise in deepwater operations has necessitated an increase in demand for skilled ROV operational personnel http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12139&issueid=366 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=12139&issueid=366 A Scottish training alliance has hosted an inward mission from South Africa in Aberdeen. International Energy & Skills Training Alliance (IESTA) met with leaders of South Africa's oil and gas trade body to discuss the opportunities for Scottish learning and training expertise in the province. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11894&issueid=360 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11894&issueid=360 Hailed as a significant vessel for the enhancement of the UAE as a major player in the oil and gas fields, ADIPEC 2010 was yet another resounding success with a record 45,000 visitors benefiting from its exhibits, conferences and forums. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11903&issueid=360 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11903&issueid=360 Steve Davies explains how the National Skills Academy for Power is working to address the industry-wide ageing workforce challenge http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11241&issueid=343 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11241&issueid=343 OPITO has invited 1000 employers nationwide to take part in a comprehensive labour market intelligence survey, which is being conducted with the help of Robert Gordon University (RGU) and funded by Skills Development Scotland (SDS). http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11244&issueid=343 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11244&issueid=343 Quercus Technical Services (QTS) started life over 20 years ago as a firm carrying out inspections of electrical installations for offshore drilling companies. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11265&issueid=343 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11265&issueid=343 Since its launch and first show in 1974, ONS, which is held biannually in Stavanger in Norway, has been one of the world’s leading oil and energy industry meeting places with subsequent years never failing to disappoint both visitors and industry members worldwide. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11279&issueid=343 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11279&issueid=343 ONS 2010 took place from 24-27 August in Stavanger, Norway http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11084&issueid=338 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=11084&issueid=338 Matt High finds out more about achieving success in private equity investment in the oil and gas industry http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10792&issueid=332 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10792&issueid=332 The chief executive of a new industry body set up to ensure UK businesses are ready to secure opportunities from decommissioning work over the coming years, has welcomed strong levels of interest from the industry, with new members signing up from a broad range of organisations. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10794&issueid=332 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10794&issueid=332 Alistair Birnie, chief executive of Subsea UK, has visited the House of Commons to encourage the Government to show greater support for the sector that contributes £5 billion to the economy and supports 40,000 jobs. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10797&issueid=332 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10797&issueid=332 How risk management training and education must be improved in order to avoid commonly occurring accidents, BY RICHARD BLAUSTEN http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10802&issueid=332 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10802&issueid=332 ONS 2010 takes place from 24-27 August in Stavanger, Norway http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10804&issueid=332 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10804&issueid=332 The number of jobs in the UK oil and gas industry has risen by almost 25 per cent in the first quarter of 2010 in line with a significant global increase in vacancies, statistics from international online job board for the oil and gas industry, OilCareers.com have revealed. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10504&issueid=327 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10504&issueid=327 Ever since its launch in 1974, ONS in Stavanger has been one of the world’s leading oil and energy industry meeting places, and one of the most exciting dates in any oil and gas diary. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10512&issueid=327 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10512&issueid=327 Global specialist oilfield production chemicals company Champion Technologies has won the Succeeding Through People Award at the 25th Scottish Offshore Achievement Awards. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10391&issueid=324 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10391&issueid=324 In line with its ongoing commitment to the oil and gas industry, Draeger Safety has opened a dedicated service centre in Aberdeen. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10395&issueid=324 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10395&issueid=324 Training needs across the global energy sector could provide major growth opportunities to experts in Scotland and the UK, with around £4 billion spent every year, according to research into oil and gas requirements worldwide. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10396&issueid=324 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10396&issueid=324 Bringing together over 2000 exhibitors from 110 countries worldwide, OTC 2010 was held from the 3rd to 6th May in Houston, US, and proved to be the largest OTC exhibition for nearly three decades. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10402&issueid=324 Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10402&issueid=324 Optimally located in Fort William, Scotland, The Underwater Centre is the world’s foremost commercial diver and ROV training centre. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10421&issueid=324 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10421&issueid=324 Founded in 1980 in Aberdeen, Scotland, the Bryant Group is today one of Scotland’s leading engineering and commercial recruitment consultancies, focused on addressing the need for engineering and technical personnel on both a contract and permanent staff basis for the oil industry in Aberdeen. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10432&issueid=324 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10432&issueid=324 The National Subsea Research Institute (NSRI) has appointed Dr. Richard Neilson as academic research director. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10099&issueid=316 Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10099&issueid=316 Bringing together over 60,000 visitors and 2000 exhibitors from 110 countries worldwide, OTC 2010 to be held from the 3rd to 6th May in Houston, US, is set to be the largest OTC exhibition in 28 years. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10147&issueid=316 Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10147&issueid=316 Sarah Taylor of recruitment specialist NES GROUP, tells Matt High more about the rewards of a career in oil and gas recruitment http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10013&issueid=314 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10013&issueid=314 GAC, the global provider of shipping, logistics and marine services has announced the launch of GAC Training & Service Solutions Limited (GTSS), a new initiative that will provide innovative and cost saving training solutions for the LNG and tanker markets, as well as other commodity and maritime sectors. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10017&issueid=314 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10017&issueid=314 The Underwater Centre in Fort William has underlined its reputation as a world-renowned provider of realistic subsea training after being given market leading sonar equipment by Aberdeen-based Tritech. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10018&issueid=314 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=10018&issueid=314 Matthew Halle of NES Group looks at the 2010 market prospects following a recession-hit 2009 http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9580&issueid=305 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9580&issueid=305 The benefits of performance led HR strategies were brought to the fore in September as several of the region's top HR professionals attended a dinner, jointly hosted by executive search and leadership consultancies Park Brown International and FWB, to debate the topic. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9352&issueid=302 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9352&issueid=302 Stephen Blaikie, business development director at Bibby Maritime, explains that forward thinking energy operators are looking beyond traditional solutions for remote workforces http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9358&issueid=302 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9358&issueid=302 Welcoming over 31,000 visitors from 86 countries through its doors, Europort 2009 was a record-breaking success with the exhibition being a complete sell-out for the first time. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9362&issueid=302 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9362&issueid=302 Bradley Lewington, Director at Eximius Technical, examines the changing face of oil and gas employment http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9041&issueid=290 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=9041&issueid=290 As with every previous meeting, this year’s SPE Offshore Europe 2009 in Aberdeen again broke all records, raising the bar ever higher for oil and gas industry events with an all time high attendance and the largest exhibition ever, alongside a conference hosted by many of the world’s leading energy industry and political figures. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8809&issueid=286 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8809&issueid=286 With the aim of providing safe operations, Neptun Subsea supplies ROVs and personnel for permanent and project-based operations worldwide. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8816&issueid=286 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8816&issueid=286 Noble Denton has announced the appointment of Ian Bonnon as group director, renewables. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8559&issueid=279 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8559&issueid=279 Mary Clarke of Cognisco examines the role of IT in successful HR management http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8565&issueid=279 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8565&issueid=279 After much anticipation and preparation, one of the most important and prestigious events on the global oil and gas industry’s calendar is finally upon us. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8566&issueid=279 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8566&issueid=279 Leading international oilfield service company Expro, has won the oil and gas industry sector award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents for the fourth year in succession. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8196&issueid=274 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8196&issueid=274 For a global audience of engineers, technical specialists, industry leaders and experts, OE 2009 represents one of the best ways in which to meet, share ideas, debate the most vital issues affecting the sector at the moment, and to take an active role in shaping and creating the common agendas for the future of the upstream industry. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8204&issueid=274 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8204&issueid=274 David Edwards, chief executive of theDavid Edwards, highlights how industry consultation combined with multi-faceted training is addressing the skills shortfall facing Industry http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8031&issueid=268 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8031&issueid=268 The Biennial SPE Offshore Europe conference, held in Aberdeen is the largest oil and gas technical meeting held outside of the US, attracting representatives and exhibitions from many of the industry’s leading businesses. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8034&issueid=268 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8034&issueid=268 With over 30 years’ experience in the oil industry, Norwegian Drilling Academy AS –Nortrain, is the largest training centre in Norway specialising in drilling and well intervention. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8055&issueid=268 Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=8055&issueid=268 A new training course launched by C-MAR Group will help improve maintenance and reduce costly downtime offshore. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7913&issueid=264 Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7913&issueid=264 OPITO - The Oil and Gas Academy, the industry's focal point for skills, learning and workforce development has created a new post aimed at enhancing corroboration between industry, government and education. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7916&issueid=264 Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7916&issueid=264 With over 30 years’experience in the oil industry, Norwegian Drilling Academy AS –Nortrain, is the largest training centre in Norway specialising in drilling and well intervention. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7929&issueid=264 Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7929&issueid=264 Matt High takes a look at how the current economic climate may affect the already challenging area of oil and gas recruitment http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7574&issueid=257 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7574&issueid=257 To be held in Houston, US, between the 4th and 7th of May, OTC .09 promises to be even larger than last year’s record-breaking event. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7387&issueid=243 Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7387&issueid=243 Since its establishment in 1976 Oceanwide has been widely recognised as a leading specialist in the recruitment, temporary placement and secondment of maritime staff. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7405&issueid=243 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7405&issueid=243 Aberdeen-based Maersk Oil North Sea UK Limited (Maersk Oil) has appointed Tim Ingram as HSEQ director. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6992&issueid=232 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6992&issueid=232 “OTC is where offshore energy professionals come to learn about innovative approaches to overcoming technical challenges as we drill in deeper waters. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7001&issueid=232 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=7001&issueid=232 Petrofac Training, the leading provider of competence-led training and consultancy solutions to the international energy industries, launched its fourth UK major emergency management (MEM) simulator at an official opening ceremony at its Altens training centre on the 20th November 2008. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6849&issueid=227 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6849&issueid=227 As oil and gas companies continue to explore in harsher, inhospitable environments, security becomes an increasingly important concern. Marc Hudavert, vice president and general manager at Actividentity EMEA discusses the issue of workforce security in these conditions http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6654&issueid=224 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6654&issueid=224 Qserv, the specialist well, process and pipeline service company headquartered in Aberdeen, has appointed David Bowman to the new role of international operations director inline with its ambitious global growth strategy. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6651&issueid=224 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6651&issueid=224 20 new engineering scholarships will be available to University of Aberdeen students thanks to the generosity of a leading international oil and gas operator. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6646&issueid=224 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6646&issueid=224 Sensornet, the global provider of the most advanced monitoring solutions, has announced the appointment of a new chief technology officer (CTO) and VP production and technology. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6649&issueid=224 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6649&issueid=224 With the challenge of finding skilled personnel becoming the most talked about industry problem, Matt High looks at the issues surrounding the sourcing of employees in more detail http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6355&issueid=220 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6355&issueid=220 The ASTEC Group, one of the country’s leading engineering and safety consultants is making its mark in Aberdeen with a £400,000 investment in premises and people. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6357&issueid=220 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6357&issueid=220 Petrofac, the international oil and gas facilities service provider, has appointed Geoff Tranfield as group head of human resources. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6360&issueid=220 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6360&issueid=220 Adonai Business Services B.V. is a crewing agency, based in the Dutch port of Rotterdam. Established in 2000, the business operates primarily in the North Sea, but is also active in the rapidly increasing West-African offshore sector, with offices located in Ghana to meet the expected demands within this area. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6381&issueid=220 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6381&issueid=220 Qserv, the specialist well, process and pipeline service company headquartered in Aberdeen, has announced two new appointments and two significant contracts for its burgeoning process department. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6206&issueid=216 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6206&issueid=216 We keep getting the same message from exhibitors, conference delegates and visitors - that they have experienced this year’s ONS as the best ever, and I really feel that we have confirmed our position as the leading energy meeting place in Europe,” says Kjell Ursin-Smith, chief executive of the ONS Foundation, reflecting on this year’s ONS Festival. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6212&issueid=216 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=6212&issueid=216 New consultancy services manager Nick Jackson has been appointed to support the growth of Lloyd Register’s consultancy services in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5843&issueid=211 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5843&issueid=211 IN AUGUST, NORWAY’S ‘OIL CAPITAL’ STAVANGER WILL HOST ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT EVENTS IN THE ENERGY CALENDAR – ONS 2008 http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5847&issueid=211 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5847&issueid=211 IN AUGUST, NORWAY’S ‘OIL CAPITAL’ STAVANGER WILL HOST ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT EVENTS IN THE ENERGY CALENDAR – ONS 2008 http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5848&issueid=211 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5848&issueid=211 TOP-NOTCH PROJECT MANAGEMENT IS CRITICAL TO THE GLOBAL OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY, AS MACONOMY UK’S NEIL DAVIDSON EXPLAINS http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5760&issueid=209 Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5760&issueid=209 TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES ARE ALLOWING SHELL TO ATTRACT FRESH TALENT AND RETAIN EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS, AS ADAM LOMAS EXPLAINS http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5441&issueid=204 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5441&issueid=204 A specialist international training programme for the booming subsea oil and gas sector, which has now trained over 100 people from Aberdeen, is being endorsed by the industry and its official body. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5446&issueid=204 Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5446&issueid=204 Petrofac, the international oil & gas facilities service provider, has won one of the most coveted oil & gas accolades at the Scottish Offshore Achievement Awards, an annual event which is now affectionately known as the oil & gas industry ‘Oscars’. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5098&issueid=197 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5098&issueid=197 Mike Horgan, UK resident manager of Marathon Oil is to become chairman of OPITO - The Oil & Gas Academy as the organisation announces £10 million of annual investment to develop and deliver the workforce, standards and competence assurance required for the long-term sustainability of the UK continental shelf. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5099&issueid=197 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5099&issueid=197 School pupils from Aberdeen City and Shire got to grips with racing cars and remotely operated vehicles (ROV) on Thursday 13 March, thanks to a unique event at The Robert Gordon University (RGU). http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5100&issueid=197 Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5100&issueid=197 COGNITO’S DAVID PERRY TAKES A LOOK AT THE CORPORATE MANSLAUGHTER AND CORPORATE HOMICIDE ACT, AND HOW TO PROTECT EMPLOYEES AND THE BUSINESS http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5105&issueid=197 Fri, 02 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=5105&issueid=197 MATTHEW HIGH LOOKS AT THE CHALLENGES THAT INDUSTRY-WIDE PERSONNEL SHORTAGES ARE POSING TO ROV OPERATION AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY, AND AT THE METHODS THAT ARE BEING USED TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4863&issueid=186 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4863&issueid=186 Global expert in marine personnel transfer Reflex Marine Ltd and SEACOR Marine, the largest transporter of personnel in the US Gulf of Mexico, have joined forces to create a revolutionary new marine personnel transfer solution. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4858&issueid=186 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4858&issueid=186 Students on a new postgraduate course at The Robert Gordon University's (RGU) Aberdeen Business School are set to benefit from a generous annual sponsorship award from Aberdeenbased buoyancy specialist, Balmoral Offshore Engineering. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4413&issueid=177 Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4413&issueid=177 LONG-TERM SOLUTIONS ARE NEEDED TO ADDRESS WORLDWIDE CREWING SHORTAGES, AS EVERSHEDS’ STEPHEN MACKIN EXPLAINS http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4420&issueid=177 Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4420&issueid=177 Located in the busy European Port of Rotterdam, Adonai Business Services has strengthened its position as one of the dominant providers of crew-based services to ship-owners and operators. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4433&issueid=177 Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=4433&issueid=177 Alex Salmond marked his debut visit to Offshore Europe as First Minister with an appearance at the stand of specialist well and pipeline service company, Qserv. The First Minister met with Qserv’s managing director Tommy Dreelan who said: “It was a great honour for Qserv to have the First Minister at our stand on the first day of Offshore Europe. The visit demonstrates his commitment to the oil and gas industry and mirrors our dedication to the North Sea.” http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3852&issueid=161 Fri, 09 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3852&issueid=161 Corrosion and coatings management specialist Metacor took a radical new approach to recruitment at Offshore Europe 2007. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3857&issueid=161 Fri, 09 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3857&issueid=161 AFTER 14 YEARS AT GULF OFFSHORE DAVID KENWRIGHT HAS DECIDED TO MOVE ONTO PASTURES NEW. HE TELLS LEE JONES WHY NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME FOR HIM TO STEP ASIDE http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3858&issueid=161 Fri, 09 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3858&issueid=161 LOGICACMG'S PHIL BUSTIN OUTLINES THE COMPANY'S RESEARCH INTO THE KNOWLEDGE GAP WITHIN THE ENERGY AND UTILITIES INDUSTRY http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3187&issueid=142 Tue, 18 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3187&issueid=142 The global oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) landscape is changing dramatically, with increased demand, rising recovery rates, ever more complex workflows, increased health and safety focus, and the challenge of recruitment and retention. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3191&issueid=142 Wed, 19 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3191&issueid=142 IN SEPTEMBER THE MAJOR PLAYERS IN THE INDUSTRY WILL COME TOGETHER AT THE OFFSHORE EUROPE OIL AND GAS CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION 2007 http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3200&issueid=142 Thu, 20 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=3200&issueid=142 The oil and gas industry in the North East of England will reap the rewards from significant investment as a result of a partnership between One NorthEast and NOF Energy. http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1882&issueid=88 Thu, 14 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.europeanoilandgas.co.uk/article-page.php?contentid=1882&issueid=88