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[ 3 May 2021 ] Eni and Santos sign a MoU on cooperation in northern Australia and Timor-Leste Oil/Gas
[ 3 May 2021 ] Hess completes sale of non-strategic interests in Bakken Acreage Oil/Gas
[ 3 May 2021 ] Weekly Rig Counts from Baker Hughes Exploration
[ 3 May 2021 ] TROVE Renewables webinar series to highlight status of key renewables technologies Events
[ 3 May 2021 ] Norway’s Tina Bru discusses renewables with Belgium’s Minister of Energy Renewables

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Prices driven higher as logistics crimp supply, margins soar

Petrochemical prices have continued to move up in the uncertain operating environment with distortions to normal, inter-regional trade playing a key role in underpinning sometimes near record highs. All eyes are on downstream demand which [...]
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ENCS member testimonial: Reflecting on 6 years of ENCS membership

Wolfgang Loew, CISO, EVN, has been an active part of European Network for Cyber Security – ENCS – since his company, Austrian utility EVN, joined as one of ENCS’ early members in 2014. Since then, [...]
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Fragomen: Time factor as offshore wind worker concession deadline approaches

As it continues to grow its track record of contributions to Scotland’s renewables mission, the offshore wind sector is currently making all the right headlines. Amid the positive news, however, anyone with knowledge of sustainable [...]
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Scottish scale abatement program restores pump efficiency in Iraq

Scale deposition is one of the most serious oilfield problems and is largely caused when two incompatible waters interact chemically, creating high concentrations of carbonate (calcium), sulphide (iron, zinc) and sulphate (calcium, barium, strontium). The [...]
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Europe’s sustainable finance taxonomy: The challenges and opportunities

The EU’s proposed sustainability legislation poses hydrogen manufacturers a problem – if grid electricity is used in production, it will not be considered green. So, what’s the solution? Here, we consider wave power as an [...]
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Ensuring the safety and efficiency of 3D printing

Nearly three-quarters (71%) of senior oil and gas professionals have catapulted their focus on digitalisation over the past year, according to a survey by DNV.1 The pandemic has not only increased attention on how digital [...]
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Breaking the blueprint

Digital technology allows organisations to collaborate earlier, forming new, more efficient, or safer ways of working. While its implementation is easier for uniform processes in bulk, things get trickier when working at a rarer size [...]
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USD 2 trillion infrastructure plan would light a fire under chemicals demand

The proposed USD 2 trillion infrastructure plan would massively boost spending to build and upgrade the country’s transportation, housing, automotive and communications systems, giving a further boost to chemicals and polymers as critical building blocks. [...]
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The best-selling books costing Mother Earth the most trees

Whether it’s through comfort or emotional connections to relatable characters, there is nothing quite like sitting down to read your favourite book. And over the past year, it’s perhaps unsurprising book sales have skyrocketed, with [...]
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Electric vehicle growth to lead to higher gas demand

Air pollution and global warming have led to more stringent regulations on CO2 emissions from passenger and light commercial vehicles (LCVs). In this context, electric vehicles (EVs) have become an alternative to internal combustion engine [...]
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Protect and survive: Five golden rules for virus protection offshore

In the last year, the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the risks of working in what was already one of the most hostile environments on Earth. But, with the first anniversary of the outbreak not long [...]
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Emerging greener: Thinking sustainably will create a prosperity pathway in a post-pandemic world

For those looking to establish a roadmap to progress their business sustainability goals, now is the time to seize your share of the benefits of a green recovery. But what are the keys for success? [...]
Analysis

UK – IR35: What next for the personal service company (PSC)?

For many years in the North East of Scotland, the personal service company (PSC), otherwise referred to as a one-man company, has become a fairly standard way to provide services, particularly in the oil and [...]
Analysis

A global ‘Green Recovery’ set to offer strong investment opportunities within Caribbean renewables infrastructure projects

According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Latin America and the Caribbean is one of the worst regions affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. This, paired with some really challenging weather conditions that [...]
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England’s local authorities that produce the most CO₂ from traffic delays

We all know that driving produces CO2. But have you ever considered how much an idle engine sitting in endless traffic jams produces? Experts at SaveOnEnergy.com/uk took it upon themselves to find out which local [...]
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7 lessons learned from women in the driver’s seat of the energy transition

We’re living in the middle of an energy revolution. The Energy sector needs to do more than play a supporting role if we want to make progress in widely adopting renewable energy; it needs to [...]
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EU countries establish hydrogen goals

In line with the mid-century carbon-neutral goal, nations throughout the world are establishing hydrogen as a viable route to decarbonise stubborn industries with new, ground-breaking plans. Late last year, Norway officially teamed up with the [...]
Analysis

Lessons from the pandemic: Prioritising oil production performance

Against a devastating pandemic which has reduced oil demand, the oil and gas industry has faced steep challenges. Not only has the movement of people been restricted, but operators, asset owners and production managers need [...]
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METIS offers the big picture on ship efficiency analytics

Benefits of big data analytics add up to more than the sum of its individual cost gains and depend on user aims. While monitoring engine performance offers a significant insight into how well a ship [...]
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US Gulf Coast storm outages send ripples round global markets

The US polar storm has now shut down 90% of US polypropylene (PP) capacity, 67% of ethylene and devastated other important products, sending ripples around global chemical markets prices soaring. More chemical plants and refineries [...]
Analysis

Are the high potential incidents a result of old school safety leadership?

Despite the general perception of 2020 as an “annus horribilis”, there were also some optimistic safety trends with injury frequency relatively low. Based on industry statistics, several companies are expected to set an all-time low [...]
Analysis

The path to maturity for floating offshore wind

With the United States re-joining the Paris Agreement and governments around the world committing to a more sustainable future, it is clear that more of our electricity will need to come from renewable sources. However, [...]
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Boohoo, Asos, or TopShop: the brands estimated to generate the most CO₂ from online searches

Online orders have surged over the last 12 months as customers shop from the comfort of their home – just this week ASOS announced the purchase of four Arcadia group retailers, and with Boohoo having [...]
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Carbon-neutral or green LNG: A pathway towards energy transition

According to the latest, 2020 edition of the GECF Global Gas Outlook 2050, the demand for natural gas is expected to rise by 50% from 3,950 billion cubic metres (bcm) in 2019 to 5,920 bcm [...]
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‘There’s more to COP26 than CO₂’

With the energy industry preparing for COP26 later this year, it’s easy to forget that responsibility does not just fall to the heavyweights. In recent years, a range of organisations and businesses have stepped up [...]
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Corvus Energy and Toyota team up to develop maritime fuel-cell systems

Energy storage pioneer Corvus Energy has announced the start of development and eventual production of sustainable, large scale maritime-certified hydrogen fuel-cell systems. Production will be in Bergen, Norway, with Toyota onboard as key partner and [...]
Analysis

Study shows which countries received the most funding by the EU for sustainability

In order to tackle the Energy Challenge (a globally recognised commitment to reduce carbon emissions), the European Union set up the Horizon 2020 Framework Programme (2014-2020) – the biggest EU research and innovation project looking [...]
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Oil and gas industry doubles down on transformational green investments

New research published by DNV GL finds that the oil and gas industry expects to boost investment in the energy systems of the future this year, as companies seek to transform for the long term. [...]
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How optimised energy management delivers reliability, efficiency and sustainability at the Fekola gold mine

Since B2Gold first acquired the Fekola gold mine, located in a remote corner of southwest Mali, exploration studies revealed the deposits to be almost double the initial estimates. A recent site expansion has just been [...]
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Remote working and the future of HSE inspections

How an independent E&P in Europe beat the pandemic and kept its inspection regime on schedule. One of the largest independent oil companies in Europe in terms of production has a major presence on the [...]
Analysis

How to help managers manage better

Countless managers have confided in me over the years that they find the supervisory element of their role challenging. Some fear they lack the necessary skills or training – often they were promoted to being [...]
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Subsea UK – 2020 review and look ahead

It goes without saying that this has been a year like no other. The decade started on a positive note with the bi-annual Subsea Business Activity Review, published in January, showing that the industry was [...]
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Ecolab expert explains how COVID-19 is driving the energy industry use of mixed reality and new digital tools

Ecolab is using mixed reality technologies and newly developed digital tools to deliver critical support to its energy customers during COVID-19. Recent examples include the mixed reality-enabled installation of three PURATE chlorine dioxide generators for [...]
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Keuka Energy takes wind to baseload

The ability to mechanically liquify, store, and transport air on a global scale provides baseload from wind for the first time. Solar and wind energy are making considerable inroads to help correct this situation. Unfortunately, [...]
Analysis

The ‘Estonia’ disaster – a bottomless source of learning

The sinking of the MS Estonia ro-ro passenger ferry stands out as one of the most disastrous accidents in modern times. The tragedy claimed 852 lives and the wreck was declared a marine graveyard. At [...]
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Towards a greener future via open-source software

LF Energy, a non-profit Linux Foundation initiative, currently works towards updating the power grid through open-source technologies to accelerate the uptake of renewable energy. The initiative gathers stakeholders to address the complex, interconnected problems associated [...]
Analysis

Increased focus on national security spells tighter controls for energy deals

The UK Government has recently introduced a National Security and Investment Bill to Parliament, which will empower the Government to block M&A and investment activity that could create a national security risk. This has potentially [...]
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Davits in a hostile environment

While designing and producing davit systems that are fully operational in “normal” conditions up to Sea State 6 is a challenge in itself, Vestdavit continues to win plaudits and orders from Navies, Coast Guards and [...]
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Enhancing and evolving the digital twin

In the second of our two-part series on trusting and realising value from digital twins, DNV GL’s Kjell Eriksson, VP digital partnering and Francois-Xavier Sireta, Principal Engineer, discuss the acceleration and adaption of virtual replicas [...]
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How can digital twins be trusted to deliver value?

In the first of our two-part series, DNV GL’s Kjell Eriksson, VP digital partnering and Per Myrseth, service lead: data management, analytics and assurance of digital assets, explore how trust is critical to adopt, implement [...]
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Norway’s households produce the most e-waste in Europe

Christmas is right around the corner and Norwegians across the country have already begun shopping for their loved ones. One of the most popular Christmas “gifts” will be electronic products, but as people receive their [...]
Analysis

How offshore operators can do more than donate this Movember

International SOS explores how a culture that promotes health and wellbeing will better protect your workforce. As November draws to a close, we also approach the end of Movember 2020. For those of you who [...]
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Tananger Offshore navigates path to Polar Code certification

Norwegian shipowner achieved compliance by leveraging class society’s dedicated tools and services, writes Dan Oldford, Principal Engineer, ABS. When the IMO Polar Code was adopted in 2017, it was a new type of regulation. Designed [...]
Analysis

Mapped: Which European country pays most for its electricity?

As the winter months approach and Christmas edges closer, household bills tend to increase due to people spending additional time indoors and using more electricity than usual. But who will be paying the most? Interested [...]
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ABS can assist shipowners with extensions to US Coast Guard Alternate Management System

The regulator has changed its position by considering extensions to AMS installed vessels that are near the end of the acceptance period, but challenges remain for owners seeking compliance, writes Evon Li, Senior Engineer, Advisory [...]
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Kick-starting offshore wind in India

India OW market is attractive yet challenging. The risks cannot be ignored or wished away, but the industry can be kick-started with a targeted approach. To deal with the uncertainty, the government needs to provide [...]
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Building resilient workforces

International SOS’ head of mental health, resilience and wellbeing, Carolyn Taylor explores below how organisations and employers can build a workforce resilience that will not only future proof your company, but support employees and colleagues [...]
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Rolling the dice in chaos: The prospects of investment in the gas industry

As stated in the Declaration of Malabo at the 5th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the GECF Member Countries, in order to sustain the security of demand and supply of natural gas, [...]
Analysis

The four seasons of vegetation risk

Climates vary from state to state, country to country, in differing degrees but all four seasons bring unique risks for T&D network operators trying to manage vegetation risk. The lightning strikes of summer storms coupled [...]
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COVID and control – How automation can reduce energy project cost and risk

In a world where control and COVID together seem an oxymoron, Steve Bruce, Product Director at Idox shares his insights into where and how energy players can exert tighter control over projects to reduce cost [...]

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