Working together
Issue 7 2013

Alasdair Cowie explains why collaborative partnerships are essential to the success and development of new technology...
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Managing volatility
Issue 7 2013

Lauren LaFronz looks at the factors that cause extreme market volatility, and the urgent need for technology solutions that manage and mitigate risk...
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Building the process
Issue 7 2013

Governance, risk and compliance - the importance of process, by Matthew Smith...
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Material gains
Issue 6 2013

Yannick Galais discusses developments in ceramic materials and their applications for the oil and gas sector...
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Key contracts
Issue 6 2013

Increasing energy project complexity demands a closer eye on contracts, as Clare Colhoun explains...
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Stacking the deck
Issue 6 2013

Friso Veenstra looks at how oil and gas companies can improve the odds of exploration...
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Communication is key
Issue 5 2013

Deshini Chetty on meeting the communications challenges in the increasingly global oil and gas industry...
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Looking ahead
Issue 5 2013

Malcolm Wilson discusses the four pillars supporting the North Sea oil and gas industry in 2013...
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Well covered
Issue 5 2013

John Dean on why a new set of risk insurance rules are needed in the oil and gas industry...
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Optimising efficiency
Issue 5 2013

Eric Petela from AspenTech discusses the complexities and challenges of refinery optimisatation...
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The right supply
Issue 4 2013

Gordon McNair discusses the importance of delivering the correct valve and actuator package...
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Clean air
Issue 4 2013

Phil Keating of Norgren discusses the importance of filtering compressed gas and air on offshore rigs...
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Key questions
Issue 4 2013

Graham Wood discusses how refiners can improve the value that their capital projects deliver...
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Valuable knowledge
Issue 4 2013

Alejandro Primera, senior reservoir engineer and continuing education chair for SPE London, examines the uncertainties surrounding sub-surface charact...
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Learn to fly
Issue 3 2013

Paul Bury, ROV training manager at The Underwater Centre, Fort William, talks ROV training...
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Early warning system
Issue 3 2013

Dr Frances Metcalfe explains how the combination of new oil detection technologies and wireless connectivity is set to allow the smallest spills to be...
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Staunch support
Issue 3 2013

Bill Bayliss of Viking SeaTech discusses the growing offshore support industry...
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Cyber security
Issue 3 2013

The growing cyber threat to energy companies and critical infrastructure is discussed by Matt Middleton-Leal...
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Flight standards
Issue 2 2013

Dé Jansen of CHC Helicopter talks to Matt High about oil and gas helicopter operational safety...
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Extended life
Issue 2 2013

Dr Liane Smith on using integrity management and corrosion modelling tools to extend the life of ageing oil and gas assets...
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A force to be reckoned with
Issue 2 2013

Richard Harvey on the importance of force friction ratio in determining valve reliability and performance in the energy sector...
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Exploiting the data asset
Issue 2 2013

Duncan Irving looks at the untapped potential of analytics for global E&P operators...
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location location
Issue 1 2013

Jolene Paterson discusses why talent mobility is a key concept for oil and gas companies...
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Moor success
Issue 1 2013

Matthew Gordon looks at the growing trend for operators to contract specialist service companies to take advantage of the latest developments in moori...
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Collaboration is key
Issue 1 2013

A number of recent initiatives by Decom North Sea demonstrate the healthy market outlook of the decommissioning industry...
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Get smart
Issue 1 2013

Greg Jones on Why SCADA security needs to wisen up...
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Staying in control
Issue 12 2012

Geoff Artley discusses advanced control applications for the refining and downstream industries...
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reaching deeper
Issue 12 2012

Paul e. Shillito discusses how valve manufacturers are making the extraction of ever more inaccessible and contaminated reserves of oil and gas econom...
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Avoiding the pitfalls
Issue 12 2012

With technological development a key factor in the oil and gas industry, avoiding patent pitfalls is vital...
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Gaining a green light
Issue 12 2012

Dr Liane Smith (FREng) looks at the benefits of interfacing with third-party management systems and databases to deliver a joined-up approach to well ...
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Underground opportunities
Issue 11 2012

Michael Hutchinson looks at underground coal gasification as a future energy source...
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Optimising performance
Issue 11 2012

Gerard Shore of KPMG on the need for getting tough on performance in European refineries...
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A well-oiled machine
Issue 11 2012

As exploration moves to increasingly harsh environments, Mobil Industrial lubricants are playing a vital role in enhancing performance...
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The ‘big’ problem
Issue 10 2012

Sonny Singh explains why big data is needed more than ever in the oil and gas industry...
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An important lesson
Issue 10 2012

Chris O’Dell discusses the growing role for e-Learning within oil and gas companies...
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An unbreakable chain
Issue 10 2012

Why the oil and gas industry is one of the most challenging in terms of achieving a strong, efficient supply chain...
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Going mobile
Issue 10 2012

As the energy market develops, the use of mobile technology provides companies with a clear competitive advantage...
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Simulating safety
Issue 9 2012

New technology advances could improve safety processes says Ian Matthew of Autodesk...
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Advanced technology
Issue 9 2012

In recent years the ROV market has been one of the fastest growing in the oil and gas industry...
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Preparing for the extreme
Issue 9 2012

Wojciech Misiag of BMT on optimising FPSOs for operation in extreme environments...
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Countering the threat
Issue 8 2012

Don Smith of Dell SecureWorks on why the oil and gas industry is on the frontline of cyber warfare...
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Under surveilance
Issue 8 2012

Paul Webb considers the role that CCTV innovation can play in keeping ageing North Sea assets safe and secure...
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Is lean best?
Issue 8 2012

Professor Simon Collinson and Melvin Jay discuss whether lean is right for oil and gas businesses...
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Providing assurance
Issue 8 2012

Emmelyn Graham of NEL outlines why multiphase flow metering creates assurance challenges...
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Collaboration is key
Issue 7 2012

Matt High talks to Oscar Abbink and Daniel Faber of Logica about the complex issues facing oil and gas megaprojects...
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Safer seas
Issue 7 2012

Richard Broughton on the issues and dangers of piracy facing operators in and around the Gulf of Guinea, and how to maximise protection levels and red...
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Advanced technology
Issue 7 2012

In recent years the ROV market has been one of the fastest growing in the oil and gas industry...
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A secure network
Issue 7 2012

Andrew Wadsworth explains the importance of being aware of, and prepared for, vulnerabilities in process control and process control systems...
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Reducing the risk
Issue 6 2012

Dr David Cook discusses the importance of putting the ‘health’ back into health and safety...
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Maintaining integrity
Issue 6 2012

Dr Liane Smith (FREng) examines how well integrity management systems can turn large volumes of operating data into actionable business intelligence...
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The art of communication
Issue 6 2012

Sanjay Jhawar on the importance and necessity of state-of-the-art communication equipment for offshore oil and gas workers...
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Exploring the risks
Issue 5 2012

Jeremy Sheldon on the growth of the shale gas industry, and the concerns related to fracking...
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The pipe is right
Issue 5 2012

How the use of Immersion Ultrasonic Testing to detect critical pipeline failures is improving pipeline safety and efficiency...
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Rigged for success
Issue 5 2012

Despite a changing economic environment, rig design and development remains vital for oil and gas companies...
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Laying down the law
Issue 5 2012

Finlay McKay on extending the rights of employees working abroad...
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Virtually perfect
Issue 4 2012

Harry Daglas discusses the business value of 3D virtual planning and simulation in employee training...
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Home from home
Issue 4 2012

Why forward thinking energy operators are looking beyond traditional solutions for remote workforces to maximise cost savings and staff retention...
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Integral action
Issue 4 2012

Advanced corrosion under pipe support inspection identifies asset integrity issues, explains Les Colman of Stork Technical Services...
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Counting the cost
Issue 3 2012

Zia Ullah discusses the increasing costs of sanctions for the energy sector...
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A design for life
Issue 3 2012

Fast-emerging advances in design technology can have repercussions across an entire business says Symetri's Colin Watson...
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Drilling through the data
Issue 3 2012

Friso Veenstra, director of market development at Elsevier, on making the most of new frontiers in exploration...
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Reaching new heights
Issue 3 2012

Dron & Dickson's Paul Guntrip explains how rope access is making working at height offshore a safer task...
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Cultural change
Issue 2 2012

The first recipient of OPITO's Piper Alpha Memorial Scholarship, Olusola Olusuyi, on employee involvement in influencing safety culture...
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Understanding the seabed
Issue 2 2012

As the seabed becomes increasingly busy, Brian Perrat explains why seabed surveying and mapping are vital for oil and gas, pipeline and cable projects...
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The essential service
Issue 2 2012

The regular servicing of starting systems is key to safeguarding offshore platforms, as David Caddick of IPU Group explains...
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Monitoring the signs
Issue 1 2012

Ian Robinson, managing director the IMC Group Ltd, on uncovering the hidden eyes and ears of the oil and gas industry...
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Finding the right mix
Issue 1 2012

Elizabeth Shepherd assesses the role that shale gas may play in the EU's future energy mix...
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Fields of the future
Issue 1 2012

Helen Ratcliffe of PIPC on turning a digital oil field vision into reality – a project and programme management perspective...
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Winds of change
Issue 11 2011

With firm renewable energy targets in place, we take a look at the continued development of the European wind energy sector...
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A complex issue
Issue 11 2011

Business complexity is significantly reducing the profitability of the world's oil giants, as Professor Simon Collinson and Melvin Jay, founders of Si...
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ust in time
Issue 11 2011

Neil Harrington of MiDynamics explains how real time reporting is crucial to the success of on/offshore back office functionality...
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Power to the people
Issue 11 2011

J. Robinson and D. Jovcic on emerging technologies for offshore power, electricity and distribution...
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Prepare to board
Issue 10 2011

Alan Wood of Wood & Douglas outlines how recent developments in portable wireless communications enable deepwater platform rescue operations...
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Travel care
Issue 10 2011

Adam Knights of ATPI discusses health and safety requirements for crew travel in the oil and gas sector...
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The optimum approach
Issue 10 2011

How oil and gas solutions providers are optimising their talent and technology in emerging markets, by Martin Gough of Cal Gavin...
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Finding the best option
Issue 10 2011

Dr. Bart J.A. Willigers, on decision making and the keys to success in the oil and gas industry...
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Advanced technology
Issue 10 2011

In recent years the ROV market has been one of the fastest growing in the oil and gas industry...
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Unconventional wisdom
Issue 9 2011

Bart J.A. Willigers examines the likelihood of a European shale gas revolution, and how it may change the face of European energy...
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Staying in control
Issue 9 2011

How one company has developed a rapid response solution that can help operators avoid another Macondo...
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Reaching for perfection
Issue 9 2011

Malcolm Carroll on the REACH legislation, and how to improve health and safety while ensuring compliance...
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Advanced technology
Issue 8 2011

In recent years the ROV market has been one of the fastest growing in the oil and gas industry...
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What lies beneath
Issue 8 2011

Dr Duncan Irving explains why new technology is vital for oil companies to make the most of large-scale sea exploration...
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Separating the streams
Issue 8 2011

David Stanbridge of Swift Technology Group explains how Multiphase simulation can improve performance of oil and gas separation equipment...
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Plan to succeed
Issue 8 2011

Nick Stocker explains how crisis management has evolved in the post-Macondo operating environment...
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Flying safely
Issue 7 2011

The harsh conditions of the North Sea mean that safety is paramount for air support operations...
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Material world
Issue 7 2011

Justin Leonard on why plastics provide considerable advantages over steel in the offshore environment...
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Staying in touch
Issue 7 2011

Sanjay Jhawar of Sonim Technologies on why robust communication technologies are essential for workers in the field...
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Global collaboration
Issue 7 2011

Anne-Marie Walters of Bentley Systems on why the integration and interoperability of data is essential for creating collaboration across global organi...
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The virtual reality
Issue 6 2011

Bjorn Andersson, director of HPC, and Bert Beals, chief technologist for Energy Markets, BlueArc, on why A parallel storage infrastructure is vital fo...
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Act accordingly
Issue 6 2011

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 implicati...
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Reaching new heights
Issue 6 2011

Douglas Walker, director at Cyberhawk Innovations Ltd, discusses a safer alternative to working at height in the oil and gas industry...
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Deep thinking
Issue 6 2011

Rae Younger on why ANSYS structural mechanics saved years in designing the first steerable conductor for enhanced oil recovery...
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Making the bed
Issue 5 2011

Ragnvald Graff of Nexans on how specialised trenching machines ensure effective protection for submarine cables and umbilicals...
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High flyers
Issue 5 2011

Emily Williams of NetJets Europe, on the advantages of easy global access through fractional ownership of business jets...
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Keeping mobile
Issue 5 2011

Julie Purves explains why mobility intelligence is critical for organisations that wish to harmonise the data from a mobile operation...
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Laying the foundations
Issue 4 2011

Nigel Pink on how cloud computing is set to revolutionise the way companies purchase, use and engage with IT...
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To the extreme
Issue 4 2011

Pam Aparo of Analog Devices discusses how a new class of electronics allows companies to go to new extremes...
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Fuelling the economy
Issue 4 2011

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 ...
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People power
Issue 4 2011

As the industry develops, employers must face up to the worsening skills shortages and address challenges to ensure success...
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Plugging the gap
Issue 3 2011

Dr Paul Turner of AspenTech examines how advanced process control can help operators drive up safety levels...
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Refining change
Issue 3 2011

Why modern refineries and process plants must utilise the latest control systems to remain effective...
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On the cards
Issue 3 2011

Keith Chapman, of HID Global, discusses refining ID and access management through multi-application smart card technology...
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Award-winning performance
Issue 3 2011

Shirley Barnes from Dinamiks Ltd on why employee performance management is crucial for the industry at a time of change and intense public scrutiny...
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Unconventional wisdom
Issue 2 2011

Zaur Muslumov, of Palantir Solutions, discusses the potential of unconventional gas in Europe – is it a game changer?...
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Best behaviour
Issue 2 2011

As safety continues to be scrutinised in the industry, behavioural changes may be the answer to a risk-free workplace...
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Pushing boundaries
Issue 2 2011

As market demand increases, ROVs are becoming more complex and being used for a va riety of applications...
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Cutting the downtime
Issue 2 2011

Derry Vaughan explains how the latest technology, such as the new Autodesk Plant Design suite, can help reduce wasted engineering hours...
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A greener future
Issue 1 2011

David Bleackley of AspenTech explores the potential of carbon capture and storage, and the key role of process modelling solutions...
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To serve and protect
Issue 1 2011

How modern search and rescue systems have increased safety in the oil and gas industry...
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Head in the clouds
Issue 1 2011

Neil Cohen of Akamai discusses the importance of protecting data centers from cybercrime with distributed cloud security...
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Lifetime guarantee
Issue 1 2011

Simon Ellam pinpoints a growing trend that is seeing companies base their control system plans around long-term lifecycle asset knowledge and certaint...
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The visual effect
Issue 12 2010

James McGill of Quantapoint discusses
the benefits of a digital facility and using
3D laser scanning for FPSOs...
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Under pressure
Issue 12 2010

Richard Swarbrick, director of GeoPressure at Ikon Science, explains the dangers of subsurface pressures in drilling operations...
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Training day
Issue 12 2010

As Paul Bury explains, the rise in deepwater operations has necessitated an increase in demand for skilled ROV
operational personnel...
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Prime assets
Issue 11 2010

Alan Scott reveals four key strategies for ‘sweating’ enterprise asset management systems and gaining maximum return on investment...
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Easy detection
Issue 11 2010

Derek Gennard looks at the use of automated personnel location awareness systems to raise global HSE standards...
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Speak easy
Issue 11 2010

Kamal Mokrani examines how every aspect for a business, from people to processes, is fine tuned by communications...
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Virtually perfect
Issue 11 2010

With regulation changes in ship-to-ship transfer operations coming into effect in January next year, Mat High looks at why simulator training will bec...
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Legal challenge
Issue 10 2010

Michael Darowski, a senior associate with Hogan Lovells International LLP, considers the legal issues arising in connection with the developing shale ...
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Passing the test
Issue 10 2010

Brian Luff explains that as the Deepwater Horizon investigation continues, testing is key to future oil rig safety...
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Current affairs
Issue 10 2010

J. Robinson and D. Jovcic on emerging direct current technologies for subsea electricity and distribution...
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Clean and safe
Issue 10 2010

As one of the most dangerous yet essential elements of the oil and gas industry, oil tank cleaning is far behind other industry standards when it come...
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Safety in numbers
Issue 9 2010

Ian Curtis outlines the importance of using a safety requirement specification to satisfy international safety standards...
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Part of the process
Issue 9 2010

Steven Stewart of Amor Group on how IT can ensure a successful process safety programme...
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Supplying demand
Issue 9 2010

Badr Jafar, executive director of Crescent Petroleum Group, on the global oil supply challenge facing the industry...
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Staying afloat
Issue 9 2010

Despite a cautious market, the semi-submersible drilling rig sector shows signs of steady growth...
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The perfect process
Issue 8 2010

Simon Ellam of Siemens Industry Automation on the importance of optimising the design and implementation of process plants...
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A cut above
Issue 8 2010

Neil Thomson from TWMA, explains how the
importa nce of personnel safety and environmenta l
safeguarding has led to innovat ive technologies
Towards a new frontier
Issue 8 2010

Guy Barlow explains the importance of maximising enterprise project value, visibility and control in successful project and portfolio management...
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Risky business
Issue 8 2010

Does the fast-growing renewable energy industry present hidden risks to investors? Matt High discovers more...
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Investing in the future
Issue 7 2010

Matt High finds out more about achieving success in private equity investment in the oil and gas industry...
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Into the deep
Issue 7 2010

Despite the current economic climate the UK and European subsea markets remain prosperous...
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Material assets
Issue 7 2010

As exploration demands grow, ceramic technology is increasing reliability and pushing boundaries in the industry...
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Avoiding the risk
Issue 7 2010

How risk management training and education must be improved in order to avoid commonly occurring accidents, BY RICHARD BLAUSTEN...
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The efficient connection
Issue 7 2010

Richard Goodall of PCMS discusses how the oil industry can ensure that IT is robust, reliable and consistent while meeting demands to cut costs and im...
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Decommission possible
Issue 6 2010

As assets mature the threat of increasing decommissioning costs grows for companies, as Toby Stephens and Dinesh Nathan explain...
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Location location location
Issue 6 2010

Dr. Charlotte Richardson considers how the need for enhanced location awareness of personnel has led to innovative solutions that improve the safety a...
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The global network
Issue 6 2010

Simon Watts of Hughes Europe explains how satellite communications are providing support across the oil and gas industry...
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Experience counts
Issue 6 2010

Howard Candelet shares his experiences and thoughts on the LNG market with Matt High...
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Cable minded
Issue 6 2010

IT solutions are vital in protecting underwater cables and pipelines, as Dave Curry of Infoterra LtLtd explains...
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All systems go
Issue 5 2010

Paul Corcoran highlights the recent developments at the groundbreaking Nord Stream pipeline project...
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Open communication
Issue 5 2010

Georgina Firth on why rig operators must improve on-board facilities if they hope to win workers...
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A stable platform
Issue 5 2010

A look at the drilling and production platform market,
and why demands call for a variety of rigs to be used...
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The virtual reality
Issue 5 2010

Ian Masters of Double-Take Software explains how virtualisation can help oil and gas companies...
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Bridging the gap
Issue 5 2010

Howard Candelet explains the importance of closing the gap between ship and shore...
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The regeneration game
Issue 4 2010

Today’s unique combination of environmental initiatives, new technologies and economic constraints calls for a change in the way European energy com...
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The careful approach
Issue 4 2010

Travis Vincent, director of security services at International SOS, examines best practice procedures for providing adequate Duty of Care...
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Thinking it through
Issue 4 2010

Adrian Polley of Plan-Net discusses five key thoughts on IT service desks that need re-thinking...
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Breath of fresh air
Issue 4 2010

Liam Hewitt of Frazer-Nash discusses how simulation is used to improve ventilation of gas turbine enclosures...
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Technical excellence
Issue 4 2010

Matt High finds out more about the technical demands of the oil and gas industry from Mark Maylin of QinetiQ...
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The personnel touch
Issue 3 2010

Sarah Taylor of recruitment specialist NES GROUP, tells
Matt High more about the rewards of a career in oil and gas recruitment...
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Driving standards
Issue 3 2010

Jari Riikonen of ABB discusses running low voltage AC drives safely in hazardous areas...
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Broadening the horizons
Issue 3 2010

The scope for investment in the oil and gas industry is highlighting new areas of exploration, as Sharon Bamford of the UK India Business Council expl...
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Countering the threat
Issue 3 2010

Daniel Jones discusses the best approaches for securing a modern maritime infrastructure...
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The clean dream
Issue 2 2010

Tom Nixon, chairman of the EIC’s renewables council, shares his thoughts on the renewables market...
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Alternative thinking
Issue 2 2010

Does the emerging wind energy market pose a major threat to the oil and gas sector? Sarah Jacotine examines the facts and looks at what the former can...
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A closed network
Issue 2 2010

Ian Curtis from Siemens Industry Automation looks at the potential cyber security issues facing the process control world...
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Hotting up
Issue 2 2010

Bob Hunt, head of strategic technology at C-MAC MicroTechnology, discusses the importance of high reliability microelectronics for the oil and gas sec...
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Healthy living
Issue 2 2010

Dr Karen Russ, deputy CEO of the Health and Safety Laboratory, discusses how to achieve an effective safety culture in a business...
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Enjoying the challenge
Issue 1 2010

Steve Hughes, CEO of Aspect Enterprise Solutions, tells Matt High why untapped potential is the most important part of any business...
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On cloud nine
Issue 1 2010

Adrian Polley, CEO of Plan-Net explains how cloud computing may be the answer to successful oil and gas project management...
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Jack of all trades
Issue 1 2010

A look at the jackup rig market and the benefits of using a moveable drilling platform...
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Sound advice
Issue 1 2010

David Leonard of Howard Leight by Sperian assesses the problems and solutions of a successful hearing conservation programme...
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Super models
Issue 1 2010

Dr. B.J.A. Willigers of Palantir Economic Solutions discusses how the latest software technology allows operators to accurately model field dependenci...
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An accommodating approach
Issue 11 2009

Stephen Blaikie, business development director at Bibby Maritime, explains that forward thinking energy operators are looking beyond traditional solut...
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Secure in the knowledge
Issue 11 2009

Marc Boroditsky, CEO of Passlogix, explains the importance of maintaining a safe and secure oil and gas infrastructure...
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Combined effort
Issue 11 2009

Ben Tye, head of oil and gas consulting at PIPC, looks at what is driving oil and gas mergers and the integration challenges inherent in acquiring an ...
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Keeping it clean
Issue 11 2009

Effective tank cleaning and maintenance is a vital part of modern oil and gas exploration...
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Just the job
Issue 10 2009

Bradley Lewington, Director at Eximius Technical, examines the changing face of oil and gas employment...
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Bridging the gap
Issue 10 2009

Ian Carr explains why reliable radio communications are essential in remote operating environments...
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The right decision
Issue 10 2009

R. Bratvold, M. Rajaieyamchee and B.J.A. Willigers discuss how influence diagrams can support operational
decision making...
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Under the sea
Issue 10 2009

Willard Balthazaar looks at the rise of the electric work ROV in the oil and gas industry...
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Remote control
Issue 9 2009

Max Gutberlet, product manager EMEA at Hughes Europe, discusses the role of satellite Communications in remote exploration...
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Be prepared
Issue 9 2009

Rod Kuntz of International SOS discusses the procedures and strategies that can be implemented to ensure a safe working atmosphere for operators...
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The vision to succeed
Issue 9 2009

David Currie and Alan Wood take a look at recent developments in real-time digital video transmission technology...
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Pole position
Issue 8 2009

Adrian Ashley of Bibby Ship Management examines how to take advantage of the latest dynamic positioning technological developments...
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Testing times
Issue 8 2009

Suzana Lopes explains how testing technology can help ensure that staff meet consistent competency standards in any location worldwide...
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False economies
Issue 8 2009

Allen Boney of RS Components discusses how the pressure on firms to cut costs can impact the health and safety of people....
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The human touch
Issue 8 2009

Mary Clarke of Cognisco examines the role of IT in successful HR management...
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A healthy diagnosis
Issue 7 2009

Michael Dines of Kittiwake Developments examines the power and importance of onboard lube oil diagnostics...
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What lies beneath
Issue 7 2009

Exploration efficiency can be vastly improved if we understand what lies beneath the surface, as Leon Walker and Chris Berridge of Global Marine Syste...
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Fair trade
Issue 7 2009

In light of the current economic situation, Jeremy Wilcox and Dan Smith of Trayport discuss whether electronic trading platforms and the OTC oil marke...
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Head in the clouds
June - July 2009

Barclay Rae, head of global services at Axios Systems, discusses the benefits cloud computing offers and outlines important aspects for oil and gas co...
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Training day
June - July 2009

David Edwards, chief executive of theDavid Edwards, highlights how industry consultation combined with multi-faceted training is addressing the skills...
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On best behaviour
June - July 2009

William Bell of Pivotal Performance explains why a focus on behavioural safety is important for oil and gas companies...
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Sonic perfection
June - July 2009

Matt Bird, Siemens Automation and Drive Technologies, explains how clamp-on ultrasonic measurement can answer the most demanding oil and gas market ne...
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Dressed to protect
June - July 2009

Arco’s protective clothing expert Nigel Alexander explains the selection process and legal obligations for employers when it comes to choosing the r...
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Emissions impossible
Issue 5 2009

Munir Hassan and Nick Molho of CMS Cameron discuss the implications of the next phase of the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme...
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Getting IT right
Issue 5 2009

Adrian Polley, CEO at Plan-Net looks at the unique IT quality control challenges faced by the oil and gas industry and provides advice on how to get I...
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Handle with care
Issue 5 2009

In response to the revised Health and Safety (Offences) Act 2008, Mark-Paul Buckingham of ReacTec looks at the dangers of Hand Arm Vibration and equip...
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Piping hot
Issue 5 2009

maud amelie hanitzsch of Nord Stream elaborates on the technical aspects of one of Europe’s most ambitious and important gas pipeline projects...
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A healthy outlook
Issue 4 2009

Richard Blausten of WA Learning discusses how risk management training and education must be improved to avoid commonly occurring accidents....
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Carbon collaboration
Issue 4 2009

Achieving carbon reduction targets could be made a lot easier if buyers and suppliers worked together as Paul McNeillis and Frances Darton of The Achi...
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A field of the future
Issue 4 2009

Ron Cramer, Senior Advisor, Advanced Production Management, Shell Global Solutions (US) Inc, looks at how Shell’s software makes for smarter oilfiel...
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Executive decision
Issue 4 2009

Bart J.A. Willigers and Susan M. Fox of Palantir Solutions examine rapid and accurate decision making by means of novel computing technology...
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Running the risk
Issue 3 2009

In light of the current economic climate, Matt High examines the additional risks that companies may face...
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A design for life
Issue 3 2009

Computer-aided engineering brings big rewards when correctly implemented. Here Derrek Cooper of Blue Ridge Numerics looks at the common mistakes compa...
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Muddy waters
Issue 3 2009

Mark Zwinderman of Surface Active Solutions, looks at the dangers involved in the cleaning and maintenance of mud tanks and associated equipment...
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Super models
Issue 2 2009

How 3D modeling software, including finite element analysis is aiding subsea developments...
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Winds of change
Issue 2 2009

Beverley Walker of consultancy firm Royal Haskoning addresses the current state of offshore wind energy developments in the UK...
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Travellers\' checks
Issue 2 2009

With exploration taking place further afield, Matthew Judge group director at The Anvil Group, looks at the travel risk management programmes that com...
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Making a connection
Issue 2 2009

Ken Holmes of Petrotechnics addresses how businesses can use mobile working to cut costs and improve efficiency...
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Monitoring the risk
Issue 1 2009

Craig Ferri of Palisade Europe discusses how Cranfield University is using Palisade’s @RISK to demonstrate the benefits of investing in product reli...
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Acting accordingly
Issue 1 2009

With the new Health and Safety (Offences) Act coming into force, Kirsty Gomersal, of law firm Cobbetts LLP, tells Europopean Oil and Gas more about th...
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Expanding the network
Issue 1 2009

With wireless communication technology becoming increasingly common offshore,Paul Lazor of Extronics discusses the benefits, and operational improveme...
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The safe approach
Issue 10 2008

As oil and gas companies continue to explore in harsher, inhospitable environments, security becomes an increasingly important concern. Marc Hudavert,...
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Securing the knowledge
Issue 10 2008

With the amount of data used by oil companies escalating daily, Mark Amelang of EMC looks at ILM, tiered storage and active archives - the most effect...
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Remote control
Issue 10 2008

Drew Brandy, head of land mobile at leading satellite communications specialist Inmarsat, discusses the latest technology used for remote monitoring a...
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The right approach
Issue 9 2008

Gilbert Villa Massone, president of Tyco Flow Control’s European operations, discusses cultural difference, and why people and expertise should be t...
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A design for life
Issue 9 2008

As the design requirements for FPSO’s become increasingly demanding, compapanies are being forced to introduce new technology and systems to manage ...
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The other black gold
Issue 9 2008

Colin Rickard of DataFlux looks at effective data management, and how oil and gas companies can mine their data for value...
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The safe approach
Issue 9 2008

With environmental concerns increasing, oil companies are being forced to look at the best methods of disposing of waste oil and its by-products...
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Middle Eastern promise
Issue 8 2008

Dr Craig Lowrey, head of energy markets at leading independent energy consultancy EIC, looks at the current oil and gas situation in the Middle East s...
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The underwater maze
Issue 8 2008

Brian Perrat, chartering manager at Global Marine Systems, discusssses pipelines, cables and the centrality of seabed mapping...
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Preparing for the unseen
Issue 8 2008

Rod Kuntz of International SOS examines the procedures and strategies that can be implemented to provide a safe working atmosphere for operators...
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The alarming trend
Issue 8 2008

Anthony Mayall, from process control systems at Siemens A&D, looks at how effective alarm management can mean the difference between high profits, unp...
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Tackling the crunch
Issue 8 2008

In light of the recent credit crunch, Stephen Drury, partner at Holman Fenwick Willan solicitors discusses fleet expansion in a more challenging credi...
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Understanding the future
Issue 7 2008

BEN THURIAUX-ALEMÁN AND SARAH CROMBIE OF LEADING MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY COMPANY ARTHUR D. LITTLE, ADDRESS THE OPPORTUNITIES AND THREATS IN THE MATURI...
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International rescue
Issue 7 2008

ON THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PIPER ALPHA DISASTER, THE WORLD’S WORST OFFSHORE OIL INCIDENT, MATTHEW HIGH LOOKS AT THE ADVANCES MADE IN MARITIME SE...
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Remote possibilities
Issue 7 2008

DREW BRANDY AT INMARSAT EXPLAINS HOW ADVANCES IN MOBILE SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS ARE HELPING COMPANIES OPERATE IN SOME THE WORLD’S MOST INHOSPITABLE...
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Managing the asset
Issue 7 2008

ALAN SCOTT, PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT AT AMT-SYBEX, REVEALS FOUR KEY STRATEGIES FOR ‘SWEATING’ ENTERPRISE ASSET MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND GAINING MAXIMUM ...
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Under the sea
Issue 6 2008

THE SIZE, SCALE AND COMPLEXITY OF THE ORMEN LANGE GAS FIELD PROJECT IS CHALLENGING THE O&G INDUSTRY TO BE MORE INNOVATIVE AND FLEXIBLE THAN EVER...
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The right platform
Issue 6 2008

THE IMPORTANCE OF TECHNOLOGY WITHIN AN OIL-RIG IS OFTEN OVERLOOKED, WHICH CAN HAVE DAMAGING EFFECTS ON THE BOTTOM LINE...
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A focused approach
Issue 6 2008

SUPPLIERS TO THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY HAVE TO BE FULLY AWARE OF THE COMPLEXITIES AND UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS OF THE MARKET...
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Life through a lens
Issue 6 2008

A CAMERA FROM FORWARD VISION IS PROVIDING A UNIQUE SOLUTION TO SPALDING ENERGY POWER PLANT’S SAFETY NEEDS...
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Knowledge transfer
Issue 5 2008

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMES ARE ALLOWING SHELL TO ATTRACT FRESH TALENT AND RETAIN EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS, AS ADAM LOMAS EXPLAINS...
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Playing it safe
Issue 5 2008

CALLUM MEIKLE OF GOFASTFORWARD OUTLINES THE IMPORTANCE OF ENSURING THAT WORKERS FOLLOW H&S PROCEDURE FULLY, DESPITE ANY COMMERCIAL PRESSURES THEY MAY ...
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Fuel for thought
Issue 5 2008

CAPTURING THE BENEFITS OF IMPROVED FUEL MANAGEMENT FOR RETAILERS AND COMMERCIAL USERS. BY FUELQUEST’S TIM NAPPER...
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Security best practice
Issue 5 2008

WHY SCADA IS NOW UNDER THREAT FROM HACKERS, BY KEN MUNRO, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF SECURETEST...
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Billion dollar decision making
Issue 4 2008

DATA PROCESSING, ANALYTICS AND MODELLING ARE KEY COMPONENTS REQUIRED IN WELL FLOW MANAGEMENT, AS INFORMATION BUILDERS’ LEE KOENIG EXPLAINS...
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New era for crew supply
Issue 4 2008

A NEW COLLABORATION HAS ACHIEVED COMFORT, SPEED AND SAFETY FOR OFFSHORE CREW CHANGES AS ROBERT CLEMONS FROM SEACOR MARINE AND PHILIP STRONG FROM REFLE...
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Analyse this
Issue 4 2008

REAL OPTION VALUATION AND THE COMMERCIAL CHALLENGES OF GAS TRADING ON THE DEVELOPING GAS MARKETS. BY DR. BART J.A. WILLIGERS OF PALANTIR SOLUTIONS...
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Moving to embrace legislation
Issue 4 2008

COGNITO’S DAVID PERRY TAKES A LOOK AT THE CORPORATE MANSLAUGHTER AND CORPORATE HOMICIDE ACT, AND HOW TO PROTECT EMPLOYEES AND THE BUSINESS...
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Meeting the challenge
Issue 3 2008

MATTHEW HIGH LOOKS AT THE CHALLENGES THAT INDUSTRY-WIDE PERSONNEL SHORTAGES ARE POSING TO ROV OPERATION AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY, A...
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Award wining HSE
Issue 3 2008

DAVID STANIFORTH OUTLINES WHY QSERV IS AT A FOREFRONT OF THE INDUSTRY WHEN IT COMES TO HEALTH AND SAFETY...
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Adding flexibility
Issue 3 2008

RICHARD BROUGHTON OF CORUS TUBES ENERGY BUSINESS TAKES A LOOK AT WHY TOP-NOTCH PROJECT MANAGEMENT IS ESSENTIAL IN TODAY’S O&G SECTOR...
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A shrewd investment
Issue 3 2008

JOAKIM FRANSSON OF IFS POINTS OUT HOW THE BUSINESSES BENEFITS OF A GOOD ERP SOLUTION ARE OFTEN QUANTIFIABLE AND CAN RESULT IN COST SAVINGS AND GREATER...
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More activity expected
Issue 2 2008

IS OIL AND GAS A SECTOR RIPE FOR M&A ACTIVITY, ASKS DAVID MACNAIR OF BREWIN DOLPHIN INVESTMENT BANKING...
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Making a connection
Issue 2 2008

JIM BREEZE OF PARKER INSTRUMENTATION GIVES AN INSIGHT INTO EVOLVING DESIGN OPTIONS FOR MARINE FLUID SERVICES
...
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The carbon margin
Issue 2 2008

IN 2008, MANAGING THE CARBON CHALLENGE IS A CRITICAL FACTOR FOR OIL AND GAS COMPANIES TO ENABLE SUSTAINABLE GROWTH AND COMPANY SURVIVAL, AS DAVID LYON...
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Pioneering FEA technologies
Issue 2 2008

ABAQUS FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS SOFTWARE IS HELPING JP KENNY IN THE FIELD OF SEABED PIPELINE DEVELOPMENT...
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All in agreement
Issue 1 2008

CO-ORDINATING FPSO PROJECT CONTRACTS. BY WILLIAM CECIL OF CURTIS DAVIS GARRARD LLP...
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The crewing crisis
Issue 1 2008

LONG-TERM SOLUTIONS ARE NEEDED TO ADDRESS WORLDWIDE CREWING SHORTAGES, AS EVERSHEDS’ STEPHEN MACKIN EXPLAINS...
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Staying in credit
Issue 1 2008

CREATING CARBON CREDITS FROM GHG EMISSION REDUCTION PROJECTS IN THE OIL AND GAS SECTOR. BY JESSICA WADE-MURPHY AND JUAN CARLOS PARRENO OF ECOSECURITIE...
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Making partnerships work
Issue 1 2008

THE QUALITY OF JOINT VENTURE AND SUPPLY CHAIN PARTNERSHIPS IS CRITICAL TO SUCCESS IN MEETING TARGETS. HERE SOCIA’S ALEX CAMERON LOOKS AT WHY PARTNER...
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Restoring South Africa\'s lost industry
November 2007

THE RECENT OPENING OF SOUTH AFRICA’S FIRST FABRICATION YARD FOR O&G PLATFORMS WILL HELP MEET THE DEMANDS OF THE GROWING WEST AFRICAN MARKET...
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A quick fix
November 2007

AN INNOVATIVE FIXING SOLUTION IS PROVIDING THE IDEAL ANSWER FOR THE SAKHALIN OIL & GAS PROJECTS...
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Handling all needs
November 2007

A NEW DRY BOTTOM ASH HANDLING SYSTEM FROM CLYDE BERGEMANN IS HELPING POWER PLANTS TO MEET INCREASINGLY TOUGHER LEGISLATIVE DEMANDS...
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Resevoir of knowledge
November 2007

STATOILHYDRO HAS CHOSEN PLATFORM LSF AND ENGINFRAME TO IMPLEMENT AN ENTERPRISE-WIDE COMPUTING GRID...
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No regrets
October 2007

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 ...
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The right link
October 2007

UMBILICALS PROVIDE A VITAL SUBSEA CONNECTION FOR OIL AND GAS PRODUCTION, AS RAGNVALD GRAFF OF NEXANS NORWAY EXPLAINS...
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Creating more value
October 2007

SIGNIFICANT PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENTS CAN BE ACHIEVED THROUGH THE USE OF BENCHMARKS...
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A design for life
October 2007

PIPELINE AND SUBSEA ENGINEERING SPECIALIST, J P KENNY IS ENJOYING THE BENEFITS OF MODELBASED DESIGN WITH THE HELP OF IMASS...
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The knowledge gap
August 2007

LOGICACMG'S PHIL BUSTIN OUTLINES THE COMPANY'S RESEARCH INTO THE KNOWLEDGE GAP WITHIN THE ENERGY AND UTILITIES INDUSTRY...
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A real asset
August 2007

WHEN INTERNATIONAL POWER WANTED TO DEPLOY A SINGLE MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ACROSS ALL ITS PLANTS IBM'S MAXIMO SOLUTION WAS THE OBVIOUS ANSWER...
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A proactive stance
August 2007

SCAFFTAG'S JONATHAN EDWIN DESCRIBES HOW AN INTEGRATED HEALTH AND SAFETY APPROACH BRINGS SIGNIFICANT BENEFITS TO THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY...
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Analyse this
August 2007

SELECTING THE APPROPRIATE TOOL FOR ON-SITE SPECTRAL ANALYSIS OF HYDROCARBONS CAN BE A CHALLENGING PROCEDURE, AS ASPECTRICS' JIM YANO EXPLAINS...
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Taking a slicker approach
June 2007

SIX RECRUITMENT’S JAMES BEAZLEY EXPLAINS WHY O&G COMPANIES ARE SERIOUSLY LAGGING BEHIND OTHER SECTORS IN PROMOTING EFFECTIVE RECRUITMENT POLICIES...
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Just rewards
June 2007

THERE’S GOOD NEWS FOR THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY FROM THE ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS...
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Technology transfer
June 2007

COLLABORATING WORLDWIDE WITH SUB-CONTRACTORS, MANUFACTURERS AND ITS CLIENTS ALLOWS SMB DESIGN OFFICE TO MANAGE MULTINATIONAL NEXT-GENERATION OIL PROJE...
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A perfect fit
June 2007

THE DEVELOPMENT AND LICENSING OF INNOVATIVE
SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS IS VITAL TO THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY...
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Under investigation
May 2007

A HIGH PROFILE GAS PIPELINE PROJECT IN WALES IS HIGHLIGHTING THE NEED FOR SITE INVESTIGATION, AS PAUL STEARNS OF STATS EXPLAINS...
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The best of health
May 2007

DONIERT MCFARLANE FROM REMOTE MEDICAL SUPPORT HAS THE ANSWER FOR COMPANIES LOOKING TO ENSURE THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF EMPLOYEES IN REMOTE LOCATIONS...
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Remote control
May 2007

ROVS ARE PLAYING AN INCREASINGLY IMPORTANT ROLE IN THE SUBSEA CABLE AND O&G INDUSTRIES, AS GLOBAL MARINE SYSTEMS’ JOHN DAVIES EXPLAINS...
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A risky business?
May 2007

SECURING OIL AND GAS INFORMATION IN A GLOBAL ECOSYSTEM. BY TIMOTHY VOYT, DIRECTOR OF EMC CORPORATION'S GLOBAL ENERGY VERTICAL PRACTICE...
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Deep thinking
April 2007

DEVELOPING THE ULTRA-DEEP BOBO-1X FIELD OFF THE NIGERIAN COAST REQUIRED ADVANCED ANALYSIS AND INTEGRATION OF DIFFERENT TECHNOLOGIES....
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A risky business
April 2007

TAKING CONTROL OF RISK IN PROJECT SCHEDULES
AND PORTFOLIOS. BY SARIM KHAN OF PRIMAVERA PERTMASTER....
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The most important asset
April 2007

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT IS BECOMING INCREASINGLY IMPORTANT IN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY AS ABSOFT'S IAN MECHIE EXPLAINS...
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International rescue
April 2007

ORGANISATIONS HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THEIR SEARCH AND RESCUE (SAR) PROCEDURES ARE UP TO SCRATCH....
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Multi-service solutions
March 2007

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT SERVICES ARE BECOMING INCREASINGLY IMPORTANT WITHIN THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY. STEVEN MCGREGOR REPORTS...
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Being green at sea
March 2007

KEEN TO BE SEEN AS A RESPONSIBLE INDUSTRY, THE O&G SECTOR IS EMBRACING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT LIKE NEVER BEFORE....
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Hidden assets?
March 2007

THE USE OF SEPARATE SYSTEMS TO MANAGE IT AND ENTERPRISE ASSETS IS ADDING COST AND RISK TO
THE O&G SECTOR, INSISTS ROBIN MARTIN....
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Transferring skills
March 2007

PERSONNEL MARINE TRANSFER - THE HAZARDS AND SOLUTIONS, BY PHILIP STRONG...
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Improving business performance
January 2007

HOW BUSINESSES IN THE OIL INDUSTRY CAN IMPROVE PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT THROUGH SUCCESSFUL DATA INTEGRATION. BY IMGROUP’S VAUGHAN POWELL...
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Langeled by innovation
January 2007

ACERGY IS PLAYING A CRUCIAL ROLE IN THE CREATION OF THE LONGEST UNDERWATER GAS PIPELINE IN THE WORLD...
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The H&S challenge
January 2007

HEALTH, SAFETY AND PROFITABILITY IN THE PROJECT ENTERPRISE. BY MAGNE HALVORSEN , OIL AND GAS BUSINESS ANALYST, IFS...
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Successful smart operations
January 2007

CAPGEMINI’S DR. IAN MOORE AND DR SPENCER
ROBERTS TAKE A LOOK AT TRANSFORMATIONAL
CHANGE ENABLED BY TECHNOLOGY...
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