Archived Member News
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ECITB and the Offshore Project Management Steering Group launch new round of the Project Management Mentoring Programme
Effective delivery of projects to world-leading standards is vital to the future performance of the oil and gas sector. To support this important agenda, the ECITB and the Offshore Project Management Steering Group (OPMSG) have established a… Read More
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3D Laser scanning of the Iconic Brent Delta
PDG in Hartlepool, Teesside 3D Laser Scanned the process module over three decks of the O&G benchmark iconic Brent Delta platform onshore.PDG in Hartlepool, Teesside 3D Laser Scanned the process module over three decks of the… Read More
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Imenco UK Ltd – New Subsea and Topside Products Drive New Business Opportunities
Aberdeen based Imenco UK Ltd has actively promoted various new products to successfully drive new business opportunities during the first 5 months of 2017.Efforts over the last few years to provide diversification from the company’s traditional oil and… Read More
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Key Appointments Support Developing Business Operations
Hiretech Limited has made significant key appointments as it continues to strengthen its business operations.The company, a leading independent equipment rental, sales, service and maintenance company offering pumping spreads, powered umbilical reels, hydraulic power packs and supporting… Read More
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North Sea facility to be decommissioned in Shetland
After 36 years and almost 150mm barrels of oil, the Buchan Alpha facility in the UK North Sea ceased production, as planned, on 12 May 2017.Buchan Alpha is a semi-submersible moored floating production vessel (originally a drilling rig). Decommissioning plans… Read More
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Jumpstart - Potential Pitfalls when Making an R&D Tax Credit Claim
Decom North Sea members, Jumpstart, explore potential pitfalls when making an R&D tax credit claim...Despite a 14% growth in the number of companies claiming last year the complexities faced by companies preparing claims are still significant… Read More
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Allseas wins AkerBP work
AkerBP has awarded Allseas a six year Transport, Installation and Removal contract.The deal, which includes extension options totalling six years, includes the a call off for removal and disposal of the Valhall QP topsides and QP/DP… Read More
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Leading Industry Expert Supports Plasma Based Technology Commercialisation
Pioneers in electric plasma technology announce the appointment of a new member to their Advisory Board. Mr. Jules Schoenmakers joins GA Drilling, a Slovak company developing plasma milling and drilling for well intervention, plug and abandonment and deep… Read More
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Shell Awards Brent Bravo Decom Work
Shell today awarded a decommissioning contract to support the upcoming single lift of its Brent Bravo topside in the North Sea.It comes after the oil super major successfully completed the single lift of its iconic Brent Delta… Read More
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Proserv Norway Secures Significant Decommissioning Project Awards
Energy services company Proserv has recently been awarded three contracts worth a combined value of more than $2.5million (approx. 21.5m Norwegian Krone) for decommissioning work in the Norwegian North Sea.The firm’s Stavanger facility will provide cutting… Read More
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Bureau Veritas Introduces New Technology Solution
Bureau Veritas is pleased to announce the launch of the Veristar AIM 3D asset integrity management system, based on technology partner Dassault Systems’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform.The new solution combines a digital twin of any marine or offshore assets… Read More
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Ardent Cooperates with Thai Liquid Terminal for Success
RAYONG, Thailand (9 May, 2017) – The Map Ta Phut Tank Terminal Company (MTT) has signed an official Preparedness framework agreement with Ardent. Ardent and MTT’s preparedness agreement is specifically structured to mitigate risk by pre-staging response elements, training Thai-based… Read More
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InterMoor UK Expands their Decommissioning Services
InterMoor Ltd has added rigless well abandonment capabilities to its UK-based services ahead of an expected North Sea decommissioning boom.The move combines the capabilities of former sister company OIS Ltd.InterMoor UK can now help their clients… Read More
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CNR aims to start Ninian North decommissioning in June
Canadian Natural Resources (CNR) said today that it plans to start decommissioning the Ninian North platform next month. Calgary-based CNR submitted its draft decommissioning programme for the rig to the UK Government earlier this year. Ninian North is… Read More
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DSL Wins Centrica Simplification Project
Derrick Services (UK) Ltd, DSL, has been awarded a multimillion pound contract by Centrica for Engineering, fabrication and Read More
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Innovating for the Upturn - Expro Showcases a Range of New Technology Solutions at OTC Houston 2017
Leading international oilfield services company Expro, has demonstrated its continued commitment to innovation, as it showcases a range of new capabilities and technology at OTC Houston 2017.With Brent oil prices forecast to average $55/bbl in 2017, according to the… Read More
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Brent Delta Arrival ‘Underlines We Are World-Class’ Says ABLE Chief
The head of Able UK says that its offshore decommissioning facility on Teesside has ‘today again demonstrated that it remains a world leader in an industry which is set to expand for decades to come.’ The company’s… Read More
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Brent Delta Transferred onto Barge Ahead of Teesside Delivery
The Pioneering Spirit vessel has transferred Shell’s Brent Delta topside onto a barge ahead of its delivery to a yard in Teesside.The huge, twin-hulled ship set a world lifting record on Friday when it picked the 24,00… Read More
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Ardent Celebrates Second Year, Looks Ahead
Salvage and wreck removal company, Ardent, celebrates its second birthday with the passing of May 1, 2017.Ardent maintains a zero lost time incident record since its inception.“Despite the initial focus on implementing the merger and challenging market conditions… Read More
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Brent Delta Topside Lift
The first major decommissioning project in the North Sea has been completed with the removal of the Brent Delta platform from its legs.It has been lifted on to a huge purpose-built ship which will transport it to… Read More
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Floating Wind Farm to Create up to 200 Jobs at Kishorn
Kishorn Dry Dock will come out of a 23 year long hibernation after an agreement was signed today to use the site during the construction of the world’s largest floating wind farm.Last used to work on the… Read More
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Industry meets academia to explore innovative and disruptive technology in Energy
The University of Edinburgh is an important partner in innovation, supporting growth and competitiveness for industry around the world. Edinburgh Research and Innovation (ERI), the gateway to engaging with the University of Edinburgh’s world class research and… Read More
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The OGA Emphasises Collaboration as Key to Success
The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has reaffirmed its focus on the importance of collaboration and is urging industry to increase the pace at which licensees develop a culture of collaboration internally, and externally with existing joint venture … Read More
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32% Time Savings on Cut & Pull Operation
TRIDENT Single-Trip Cut and Pull System saves rig time and eliminated handling of 2 BHA's.TRIDENTEnabled cement plug drilling - 3 metersWeigth tested cement plug with 10 tonsCompleted casing cut at 740mMDEnabled circulation of annular gasRecovered casing to surface from hanger… Read More
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Bureau Veritas Secures Contract with Noble Energy
Bureau Veritas has been appointed by global oil and natural gas exploration and production company Noble Energy, to provide an independent verification of its development executions in the Leviathan Project, off the Mediterranean coast of Israel.Bureau Veritas’… Read More
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Collaborative Approach Delivers Major Step Forward in Vessel Monitoring Services
Leading supply base operator ASCO has joined forces with Ultra Electronics to deliver an important step forward in vessel monitoring services.Working in collaboration with Ultra Electronics Surveillance & Security Systems (ULTRA), ASCO has been awarded a major, long-term… Read More
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New £5.2m Quayside Redevelopment for Montrose Port
A new £5.2m upgrade programme for two quayside berths at Montrose will ensure the port is well placed to handle an increasingly diverse range of shipping traffic and cargoes.Details of the new development programme will be revealed… Read More
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Fresh focus and format for 2017 Safety Expo
A health and safety-related conference and exhibition is set to return to the north-east for the third year with a fresh speaker-line up and a new, focussed format. The Safety Expo 2017 will take place on Friday, 19 May… Read More
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Falck Safety Services UK leads with first ECITB approval for wind industry training
A leading safety training firm is the first provider to be granted approval by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) for a wind industry specific course. Falck Safety Services UK (Falck), which currently has 35 training centres… Read More
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Two major marine and mooring specialists agree formal alliance
A leading international mooring firm has boosted its multi million pound inventory value after securing an additional £5million of offshore equipment as part of an alliance deal with a global marine services company.First Marine Solutions (FMS) have… Read More
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Major Offshore Decom Project for AF Gruppen and Heerema Marine Contractors
Heerema Marine Contractors Nederland SE (HMC) and partner AF Gruppen (AFG) have received notice that ConocoPhillips Skandinavia AS intend to enter into a contract with HMC for the removal and disposal of platforms connected to the Ekofisk field… Read More
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Bilfinger Expands Inspection Service Footprint with Netherlands Contract Win
Asset lifecycle support services provider Bilfinger has secured a multimillion pound contract with Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij B.V (NAM) and Shell UK, creating over 30 jobs.The contract award will see Aberdeen-headquartered Bilfinger Salamis UK work with Bilfinger Industrial… Read More
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Enabling Short Track Decommissioning Projects
After a series of successful projects last year Scaldis SMC and Mocean offshore BV teamed up again for the recently executed Horne and Wren Platform Decommissioning Project. The heavy lift vessel Rambiz successfully removed the structure in March 2017… Read More
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Bureau Veritas acquires Maritime Assurance & Consulting
Bureau Veritas (BV) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Marine Assurance & Consulting (MAC). Based in Aberdeen, MAC was established in 2010 and now has 30 employees as well as more than 40 associates. This transaction is in line with… Read More
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Swedish Waterway Cleared: Capsized Vessel Refloated
Ardent salvage crews successfully used a parbuckling method to right and refloat the cargo vessel, M/V Sternö.The vessel was loaded with 1,400 tons of grain when it suffered a collision, and rested on a jetty structure with… Read More
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Rigmar Awarded Contract by Major Drilling Contractor
Rigmar Services has been awarded a contract by Maersk Drilling to support its operations in the UK Sector of the North Sea. The company is already providing maintenance services on board the Maersk Highlander, which is currently… Read More
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What can be claimed under R&D tax relief?
Decom North Sea members, Jumpstart, explore key considerations on what can be claimed under R&D tax relief...What can be claimed under R&D tax relief?R&D tax credits are one of the most attractive… Read More
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ODE provides Engineering Support for Horne and Wren Decommissioning Project
International engineering and operations support services contractor ODE, an integral part of the DORIS Group, has successfully completed a key workscope for Scaldis Salvage & Marine Contractors. This contract was to provide engineering support for the removal of the… Read More
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Call For Expressions of Interest in Advance of the Decommissioning Challenge Fund Opening
Expressions of Interest are being called for in advance of the fund opening. You will be aware that the First Minister announced the Scottish Government’s new Decommissioning Challenge Fund (DCF) on the 8th February.The DCF… Read More
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RedWave to hold a Decommissioning Awareness Workshop
On Wednesday April 5th 2017, RedWave is hosting a “Decommissioning Awareness Workshop” in the Netherlands presented by Ian Whitehead, from IW Decom Ltd. Ian has been active within Decommissioning in Oil and Gas since 2011 and from 2014 was involved in… Read More
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Project Management Mentoring in Oil and Gas - Invitation
Following the success of the 2016 Project Management Mentoring Program in the Oil and Gas Region, the ECITB is pleased to announce the launch recruitment for 2017. In 2016, 15 mentoring pairings successfully completed the program from across fifteen different companies… Read More
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Peterson Awarded Major Five Year Contract to support BP in Trinidad
Leading international energy logistics provider Peterson has been awarded a five year contract, with options for further extension, with BP Trinidad and Tobago LLC (“BPTT”) to provide integrated logistics services for its operations in Trinidad & Tobago. The… Read More
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New inspection tool from James Fisher Nuclear providing vital information for EDF-Energy
James Fisher Nuclear (JFN) is celebrating another substantial contract, with the award of a commission from electricity generator EDF-Energy to produce inspection tools that will use innovative eddy current technology to assess the condition of the graphite cores… Read More
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Bureau Veritas reaffirms commitment to the future of the oil and gas industry with scholarship support
Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification (TIC) services, has confirmed its commitment to the North Sea oil and gas sector with the support of the scholarship program at Robert Gordon University (RGU). Despite the… Read More
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New appointments strengthen technical offering for Aberdeen firm
Ardyne, provider of specialised plug and abandonment and slot recovery technology and services, has made two new top tier appointments in its technical support division. Duncan Livingstone and David Stewart both come to Ardyne from Schlumberger, and have… Read More
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AquaTerra Expands Team with Two New Starts
AquaTerra Group Ltd, providers of offshore construction services, practical safety training and work and rescue equipment has recruited two key staff members as the company continues to invest in developing its business. Based in Kintore, Aberdeenshire, AquaTerra… Read More
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Aberdeen Company Announces Significant New Alliance
Aberdeen-based oil and gas service company Centrifuges Un-Limited has announced the creation of a significant new alliance which will take its product and service portfolios to new levels.The company has signed a distribution and service agreement with… Read More
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Texo DSI (UKSC) Limited Open Aberdeen Office
In response to a vast level of opportunity in the North East and as part of a long term strategic plan; Texo DSI (UKCS) Ltd is pleased to announce that they have opened an office in Aberdeen.Texo… Read More
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CNR International Plans to Cease Production at Ninian North
North Sea oil and natural gas operator CNR International (CNRI) confirms it has received approval of its Cessation of Production (COP) application to permanently cease production from its Ninian Northern platform, one of three platforms at the Ninian… Read More
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SFF Services scoops Scottish SME Award
SFF Services Ltd (SFFSL) scooped a prestigious Scottish Business Insider & Bank of Scotland Scottish SME Award last night (22 February) in recognition of its strong operational performance.SFFSL came top in the SME300 Best Newcomer Award category at a… Read More
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Port of Dundee appoints contractor to deliver multimillion pound quayside development
New quayside for North Sea oil & gas decommissioning sector awarded to specialist contractor, Southbay Civil EngineeringDundee’s prospects of becoming a decommissioning hub for North Sea Oil & Gas take another step closer with the announcement of the appointment… Read More
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D3 Consulting Offers Decommissioning Waste Management Expertise to Industry
D3 Consulting, a specialist decommissioning and demolition consultancy, has launched a comprehensive waste management advice service to the industry.Identifying a gap in the market for regulatory waste advice encompassing the complete decommissioning process, D3 is offering this… Read More
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Aberdeen Harbour Board Chief Executive to Retire at End of Year
Aberdeen Harbour Board has announced the planned retirement of Colin Parker, chief executive, who will step down at the end of 2017. Having joined the harbour team more than 29 years ago, Mr. Parker (59) took on the top role at… Read More
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Jumpstart Backs New North Sea Decommissioning Fund
Jumpstart, the tax specialist which has increasingly helped to encourage innovation in UK companies, has urged firms in Scotland to seize the opportunities arising from decommissioning in the North Sea.Jumpstart renewed its appeal following the announcement last… Read More
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Partnership for Decommissioning Planning
Global training provider to the oil and gas industry, MDT International, has entered into a strategic partnership to help energy businesses plan for decommissioning.The company will work with two specialist decommissioning consultancies, Strategic Decom and Well Decom,… Read More
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MSP Visit Acknowledges Growth At Flowline Specialists
An award-winning Aberdeenshire business has been praised for its achievements in international trade and its commitment to youth employment by its local MSP Gillian Martin.Oldmeldrum-based Flowline Specialists recently welcomed the Member of the Scottish Parliament for Aberdeenshire… Read More
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Peterson Partners with Port Cameron to Develop State-of-the-Art Port in the Gulf of Mexico
Leading international energy logistics provider Peterson has signed a teaming partnership agreement with Port Cameron LLC, to develop a state-of-the-art port and supply base facility in the Gulf of Mexico. Peterson will provide logistics consultancy services to… Read More
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Shell submits Brent Decommissioning plans
Shell has submitted its plan for decommissioning the Brent field to the UK Government.The decommissioning programme covers the Brent Alpha topside and jacket and the Bravo and Charlie topsides and gravity based structures (GBS).The Brent Delta… Read More
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Peterson Awarded Contract to Support Ithaca’s Harrier Field Development
International energy logistics provider Peterson has been awarded a contract to provide integrated logistics for Ithaca Energy UK Limited. ("Ithaca"). The contract, Peterson’s first with Ithaca, will be in support of the Harrier field development, which… Read More
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Texo Drone Survey and Inspection Ltd Appoint New Commercial Development Manager
Shelley Regan, has been appointed Commercial Development Manager for Texo Drone Survey and Inspection Ltd (Texo DSI). Texo DSI is set to become industry leaders in survey and inspection services using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s). The… Read More
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Ardent Completes Largest Wreck Removal Project of 2016
Ardent completed removing the Troll Solution jack-up in November, 2016; the largest wreck removal completed in 2016.Weighing approximately 7,000 tons, the jack-up Troll Solution experienced a debilitating accident while carrying out maintenance work on the wellhead platform CAAN-A in 2015.Prior… Read More
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Shell to Sell Package of UK North Sea Assets to Chrysaor for up to $3.8 bn
Shell has agreed to sell a package of UK North Sea assets to Chrysaor for a total of up to $3.8bn, including an initial consideration of $3.0bn and a payment of up to $600m between 2018-2021 subject to… Read More
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Prodrill Team Experience 'The Dart' Simulation Suite at RGU
Thursday last week was a little different for the Prodrill Energy Resource Solutions specialists and support team as they welcomed a unique training opportunity to build on their technical knowledge within the Drilling and Wells arena with an… Read More
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Decommissioning Project Manager Vacancy at Xodus Group
Decom North Sea member, Xodus Group, have an exciting opportunity available for a Decommissioning Project Manager to work in their growing offshore oil and gas decommissioning sector in the North Sea. Based in either one… Read More
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Novel Extended Semi-Submersible for Installations & Decommissioning (NESSIE)
NESSIE is an adaptable crane, capable of surrounding an object and lifting from below like a forklift or floating over an object and lifting from above like a gantry crane. Since the ocean is a 3-dimensional world, we… Read More
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Bilfinger Secures Significant Contract Extension with North Sea Operator
Asset lifecycle services contractor Bilfinger Salamis UK has secured a significant contract extension, securing employment for over 150 personnel.The contract extension is for a period of three years, with the option to extend for a further two years… Read More
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Engineering the Future of the Tyra Field Starts January 2017
Maersk Oil has today issued a notification to the Danish gas market. This notification announces that an economically viable solution for full recovery of the remaining resources in the Tyra field has not yet been identified, and… Read More
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Nexen Submits Decommissioning Plans for Two North Sea Fields
Oil firm Nexen has submitted draft plans for the decommissioning of two North Sea fields to the UK Government.Nexen, which is owned by China National Offshore Oil Corporation (Cnooc), expects the decommissioning programme for the Ettrick and… Read More
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First Rigs to Arrive for Decommissioning in Great Yarmouth
The Veolia-Peterson partnership has been awarded two platform decommissioning contracts for recycling at their facility in Great Yarmouth. With an aim of reaching 96% recycling rates the work to recycle materials and assets is expected to begin in spring 2017… Read More
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Scotland Prepares for Significant Decommissioning Opportunities
A new decommissioning action plan launched today by the Scottish Government’s economic development agencies aims to support Scotland’s oil and gas sector to take advantage of the estimated £17.6 billion forecast by Oil & Gas UK to be… Read More
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Expro Strengthens Well Abandonment Services
Expro Strengthens Well Abandonment Services with Senior Project Manager Appointment Leading oilfield services provider, Expro, has strengthened its well abandonment services with the appointment of senior project manager, Bill Inglis.Expro launched four new business capabilities last… Read More
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Kishorn Port Invests £500k in its Dry Dock
Kishorn Port Ltd (KPL), the joint venture that is seeking to resurrect the redundant oil fabrication yard at Kishorn on the west coast of Scotland, has commenced the first phase of re-instating the dry dock on the site.… Read More
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Major Expansion Gets Go Ahead at Aberdeen Harbour
The Board of Aberdeen Harbour has announced that its plans to expand facilities into Nigg Bay, to the south of the existing harbour, are to become a reality.Commencement of the £350 million project, which was recently granted planning… Read More
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ThinJack Unveils Six Figure Addition To Service Portfolio
Leading Aberdeenshire-based oil service company ThinJack Ltd has unveiled a significant addition to its growing service portfolio which represents overall investment worth in excess of £100,000.ThinJackGAP is the company’s new “Real Time Gap Data” system for all… Read More
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Intertek to Study Impact of Decommissioning on Sandbanks
Quality assurance giant Intertek will research the impact on sandbanks of rock dumping during oil and gas decommissioning.Intertek, a FTSE 100 company with bases in Aberdeen, was appointed by the UK’s Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) to… Read More
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Video - How to Decommission Brent
The Brent oil and gas field, operated by Shell, lies off the north-east coast of Scotland, midway between the Shetland Islands and Norway. It is one of the largest fields in the North Sea and is served by… Read More
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Quensh Specialists Ltd Running ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Lunch and Learn
With the 2015 changes to ISO 9001 Quality Management System and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Standards now “live” this session, run by Quensh Specialists Ltd, will provide an overview of the changes as well as the experiences we have… Read More
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R&D Tax Credits: An Insight into North Sea Decommissioning
Decom North Sea members, Jumpstart lift the lid on minimising decommissioning costs and how R&D tax credits work in the oil and gas industry.Minimising Decommissioning CostsSince 2013, many of the world’s largest oil companies have cut… Read More
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New decommissioning E-learning module from Strategic Decom
Offshore decommissioning consultants Strategic Decom have launched the first of their e-learning modules - Fundamentals of Decommissioning Oil and Gas Infrastructure.With an already established reputation in the provision of public courses, consultants at Strategic Decom have developed… Read More
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Seawell Charts Future Course Following Multi-million Pound Refit
One of the most distinctive vessels operating in the North Sea has undergone a multi-million pound refit and upgrade to ensure it remains at the forefront of the oil and gas industry for many years to come.The… Read More
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New simulator to ‘massively reduce’ well decommissioning costs
A new piece of kit that could strip down decommissioning costs is expected to be in Aberdeen in time for Christmas.Oil industry drilling experts are scheduled to take delivery of a new simulator at Robert Gordon University … Read More
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Forth Ports Appoints Business Development Manager
Forth Ports, the UK’s third largest ports group, has appointed Gavin Booth as its new Business Development Manager to focus on oil and gas support and decommissioning activity. The port group has created this new position against… Read More
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Forth and Augean forge port partnership
Forth Ports unveils partnership with materials handling company Augean North Sea Services to operate a £10m waste management facility for the oil and gas sector. <… Read More
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Lloyd’s Register Launches New Decommissioning Service
Lloyd’s Register has launched a new service to un-cloud the regulatory and technical aspects of oil and gas decommissioning. Lloyd’s said the new package would help operators drive down the cost of decommissioning and reduce risk… Read More
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Atlas Knowledge Group Launches International Decom Range
Targeted at the unique and extensive activities involved at the end of field life in the rapidly evolving oil and gas decommissioning sector, this new range of digital learning courses from Atlas Knowledge Group provides the essential knowledge… Read More
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Marine Consent Represents Important Milestone for Aberdeen Harbour
Marine Scotland has announced the award of two marine licences in support of Aberdeen Harbour’s major plans to expand its facilities into Nigg Bay, to the south of the existing harbour. Issued under the Marine (Scotland) Act 2010,… Read More
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North-east firms join forces to offer new decommissioning package
Two north-east firms have teamed up to provide a joint package of onshore decommissioning services. NorSea Group (UK) and Scotoil Services said the new offering, named NSDecom, would be a one-stop-shop for operators’ quayside decommissioning needs. It will… Read More
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Shell Brent: Decommissioning is the Name of the Game
Energy Voice has teamed up with Shell to celebrate 40 years of Brent. This promoted series will examine the people, milestones and technology that helped make this historic North Sea find possible. It will also analyse what lies ahead… Read More
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The Decommissioning Mindset: Petrofac in the North Sea
Petrofac’s Late Life Asset Management and Decommissioning teams are all about adopting the right mindset, as Adjacent Oil & Gas Editor Katy Edgington finds outTo read full article, please visit - Read More
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AF win HSE award from Gassco
AF and Statoil were presented with Gassco's HSE Award at this year's safety and quality conference for their efforts in the B11 project. Gassco HSE&Q summit 2016 was arranged in Haugesund on 26 October, and during the conference… Read More
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Lerwick Confident Experience will tell in Hunt for New Work
Bosses at Lerwick Port Authority (LPA) on Shetland see their workplace as Scotland’s main base for decommissioning.LPA chief executive Sandra Laurenson backs the claim with a reminder that Lerwick handled the single biggest piece of decommissioning… Read More
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Profits Rise by 92% for Alba Power
Alba Power has recorded a near doubling of its profits two years in a row thanks to strong international sales and the success of new product lines. For 2015, Alba Power has announced an increase in its pre-tax… Read More
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Finalists announced for 2016 ICoTA European Chapter Innovation Award
The finalists have been announced for the 2016 ICoTA Innovation Award. The Award recognises technical innovation in well intervention and coiled tube technology.Elliot Kinch, Chair of ICoTA European Chapter said “We have been hugely encouraged by the… Read More
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Instant Upright at UK Construction Week 16
Instant UpRight are delighted to announce that they will be exhibiting at UK Construction Week in Birmingham NEC on 18 – 20 October 2016.If you are attending they would love it if you dropped by their Stand No.… Read More
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Forth Ports Board visits the Port of Rosyth
The Forth Ports Board, Chaired by Lord Smith of Kelvin, visited the Port of Rosyth today (17 Oct) for a tour and briefing on the role that the port has played as the marine hub for the construction of… Read More
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Leading Well Project Management Marks Successful 1st Quarter in Aberdeen
A leading Well Project Management company has marked the successful first quarter of its Aberdeen office with news that work levels have exceeded expectations.Fraser Well Management recently opened its doors in the city in a bid to… Read More
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Bureau Veritas acquires Maritime Assurance & Consulting
Bureau Veritas (BV) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Maritime Assurance & Consulting (MAC). Based in Aberdeen, MAC was established in 2010 and now has 30 employees as well as more than 40 associates. This transaction is in line with… Read More
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Safety Launches Offshore Cylinder Testing
Breathing Apparatus Cylinders require a Hydro Test to be carried out every 5 years. The standard practice is to send these onshore for testing while hiring replacements. Sabre Safety now, for the first time, offer this service offshore as… Read More
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Invergordon gearing up for decommissioning work
The owner of Invergordon Service Base is launching a bid to attract North Sea decommissioning work to the facility.The Cromarty Firth Port Authority (CFPA) is carrying out environmental impact assessments and preparing to apply for the necessary… Read More
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RGU teams up with Intertek for £50k oil and gas “big data” project
Quality assurance giant Intertek will team up researchers at Robert Gordon University (RGU) to help oil and gas companies make the most of “big data”.The project has won £50,000 funding from the Data Lab, the Scottish Government-backed innovation… Read More
