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18 Jun 26 |
UK: Odfjell Technology secures contract extension with client for North Sea drilling services Odfjell Technology (UK) has announced that a major North Sea Operator has signed a Letter of Intent to exercise its remaining two-year option under the contract for the provision of comprehensive drilling services on a North Sea platform. In addition, the operator has extended the contract with an additional two-year option. |
18 Jun 26 |
UK: New data shows renewable-sceptic parties out of step with offshore wind jobs boom in target seats New analysis by RenewableUK and Opinium shows that the parts of England and Wales set to see the fastest offshore wind jobs growth are also areas where Reform UK and the Conservatives are forecast to win 80% of seats at the next general election - exposing a growing gap between renewable-sceptic politicians and local economic opportunities including thousands of new jobs. |
17 Jun 26 |
UK: Nominations open for UK offshore energy awards Nominations are opening this week for the OEUK Awards 2026, celebrating the people, companies and innovations driving the UK’s offshore energy industry at a critical moment for the nation’s energy future. Hosted by Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) and sponsored by Adura, the awards come at a time when global instability and rising demand are putting energy security and resilience firmly in the spotlight. |
17 Jun 26 |
UK: Boosting North Sea investment could generate £13.4 billion to eliminate fuel poverty and add an additional £60 billion to the UK economy David Whitehouse, Chief Executive of Offshore Energies UK, will today (Wednesday 17 June) present evidence to a parliamentary select committee showing how a stable and competitive fiscal regime for the North Sea could unlock billions for the UK economy - and give the Chancellor the means to support households struggling with energy costs. |
16 Jun 26 |
UK: METLEN to deliver new UK solar projects through Elgin partnership METLEN continues to strengthen its collaborations in the UK, as it will deliver to Elgin new solar parks across the country with a combined capacity of 112.5MW. The projects underscore both companies’ commitment to advancing renewable energy deployment and supporting the UK’s clean energy ambitions. |
15 Jun 26 |
UK: Government energy and carbon storage expert recognised in King’s Birthday Honours One of the most prominent figures in energy and carbon storage in the UK has been granted an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list. Dr Nick Richardson, a geologist and Head of Exploration and New Ventures at the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA), has been given the honour in recognition of his services to Energy Security and the Energy Transition. |
