How Scotland can overcome offshore wind barriers to deliver at scale Scotland is poised to become a leader in offshore wind energy, yet it faces significant challenges in scaling up its ambitious offshore wind pipeline. With increasing turbine sizes, uncertainty in technology, and limited port infrastructure, the question stands: how can Scotland leverage its resources to deliver at scale? ASCO, …
Global energy consultancy Xodus has secured a landmark contract to support the development of an advanced carbon capture and storage (CCS) hub in Japan. The project will enable significant carbon emissions reduction across key industrial sectors in Japan, to support the country’s ambition to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Xodus will work with the Consortium (comprising West Japan Carbon Dioxide …
Draeger Safety UK Ltd, a global leader in the field of safety technology headquartered in Blyth in North East England, has secured a contract extension with INEOS O&P UK. A direct continuation of the existing work scope, the indirect services agreement, which will run until 2029, covers the provision and maintenance of Portable Gas Detection and Rental Robot services to …
Spirit Energy has partnered with FidesOak® to further enhance its strong, people-centred culture and reinforce its commitment to continuous improvement. This collaboration will see FidesOak® deliver a dynamic cultural transformation programme across Spirit Energy’s UK and Dutch operations, ensuring that its teams continue to thrive in an environment that fosters collaboration, excellence, and innovation. Spirit Energy has long been recognised …
First Marine Solutions (FMS), the offshore market’s leading provider of integrated marine solutions, has confirmed the acquisition of Aberdeen-based Andrews Hydrographics Ltd (Andrews Survey) for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition is the latest development in the FMS growth strategy, which has seen the company evolve significantly over recent years. Set to double the FMS headcount to 130 and result in …
Decom Mission member, J+S Subsea’s Legacy Locker initiative was recognised for excellence at a high-profile industry decommissioning event this week. J+S Subsea received the OEUK award for Excellence in the Supply Chain, which was sponsored by the North Sea Transition Authority. The Legacy Locker is an open industry portal for the reuse, refurbishment, and recycling of subsea equipment. With much …
Aberdeen-based energy services company THREE60 Energy has clinched a multi-million-pound contract to lead the UK’s first multi-asset decommissioning project in the North Sea. This groundbreaking deal, awarded by a major North Sea operator, marks a significant milestone in the offshore energy sector’s transition and decommissioning efforts. The contract encompasses the decommissioning of multiple assets in the North Sea, showcasing THREE60 …
Leading subsea controls specialist J+S Subsea has announced that it has doubled in size following a move to significantly larger premises on the outskirts of Aberdeen. The award-winning business recently relocated its global headquarters from Kintore to refurbished and expanded premises at Holland House, Pitmedden Road, Dyce in a shift which doubles the size of the company’s base and correctly …
The completion of Ashtead Technology’s £63 million acquisition of Seatronics and J2 Subsea signals the firm’s “relentless focus on innovation,” chief executive Allan Pirie said. By taking over the two Acteon-operated remotely operated vehicle (ROV) businesses, Ashtead has expanded its headcount by 100. Ashtead Technology has tripled its workforce over the past year through acquisitions and business growth. The firm …
11/11/2024
Atlas Copco opens southern rental depot
Atlas Copco has opened a new rental depot near Gloucester to strengthen its presence in the south and southwest. The fourth depot of Atlas Copco Rental UK & Ireland has opened in Brockworth in Gloucestershire to hire out compressors and generators. Its other rental deports are in Dundee, South Shields and Cork. Business line manager Alistair Harper said: “Our new …