Energy Voice – Out Loud

Children of the energy revolution – EVOL ✕ International School Aberdeen

Young people globally have a crucial role to play in helping the energy industry transition away from its reliance on hydrocarbons. As the engineers, geologists and lawyers of tomorrow, they will drive forward the clean energy agenda, meaning it’s as vital as it’s ever been that the next generation is kitted out with the skills needed to adapt to a world of challenges and opportunities. 
In this special Energy Voice Out Loud Xpertise Series episode, in paid partnership with the International School Aberdeen, head teacher Nick Little talks to Hamish Penman about what they’re doing to ensure students are developing the kind of thinking that will help them navigate the challenges that the energy sector will encounter over the coming decades. 
Nick explains how changing attitudes and environmental concerns associated with the oil and gas industry is influencing pupils thinking around future careers. Issues around gender and ethnic diversity in the sector and what can be done to help youngsters break down barriers are also discussed. 
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BiFab, Bullshit and Pirates

What does a failed Scottish wind manufacturer, pirates in Equatorial Guinea and Aberdeen cow pat have in common? They’re all discussed on this week’s EVOL, of course – in association with the International School Aberdeen.
The team delve in to the latest news the Scottish Government has pulled the plug on support for BiFab, in what might be the last nail in the coffin for the beleaguered firm. 
Then it’s XR’s protest at BP Aberdeen, which saw Allister writing (another) shite article. Have Extinction Rebellion got a valid argument or do their tactics stink? 
Rounding us off, Ed takes us through some troubling times in Equatorial Guinea which has emerged as a ‘soft target’ for pirates, having exposed security shortcomings at an LNG terminal. 
And finally, with the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow postponed until November 2021, we are bringing together some of the leading voices in the energy transition debate in our brand new virtual summit on November 19, 2020. Find out more, and register for the event, free, at etidex.co.uk.
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Platforms, attics and the Bulldozer

On this week’s episode, in association with the ISA, the pandemic may have stopped Ed from physically rifling through Mark’s pens, but COVID-19 has reappeared offshore, where number of workers have had to be removed from North Sea platforms. The team, working hard to not cough for fear of the lockdown hammer falling, went on to discuss Shell’s oily legs. While Shell is sticking to its guns on refusing to remove the massive structures, the fate rests with the UK government – amid protestations from environmental NGOs and other countries. 
One man who doesn’t seem to be worried about coronavirus is Tanzanian President John Magufuli. The country has proved a tough nut to crack for investors but one ray of hope for the natural resource sector has been approval for Aminex’s long-delayed farm out. 
And finally, with the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow postponed until November 2021, we are bringing together some of the leading voices in the energy transition debate in our brand new virtual summit on November 19, 2020. Find out more, and register for the event, free, at etidex.co.uk.
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King Chrysaor, dratted imperialists, and five days of Forties at 50

In this week’s episode, in association with the ISA, the EV boys got under the skin of the week’s biggest slab of M&A news, which sees private-equity backed Chrysaor cement its position as the UKCS’s production King through a merger with Premier Oil.
Unionists are up in arms about Chevron’s plans to chop hundreds of jobs in Nigeria, sparking accusations of imperialism.
This week also brought up 50 years since the discovery of the Forties oilfield. Allister and Mark shared some of their favourite anecdotes and reflections from a bumper series of coverage.
And finally, with the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow postponed until November 2021, we are bringing together some of the leading voices in the energy transition debate in our brand new virtual summit on November 19, 2020. Find out more, and register for the event, free, at etidex.co.uk.
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Think global, act local – EVOL ✕ Baker Hughes

The coming of the Energy Transition era, combined with the Covid-19 and the latest oil price downturn, has made it absolutely imperative for energy companies to show resilience and adaptability. 
To thrive, they need to have a diverse offering and support their clients and employees across the world. 
In this special Energy Voice Out Loud Xpertise Series episode, in paid partnership with Baker Hughes, Romain Chambault, VP for oilfield equipment in Europe, tells Mark Lammey how the energy service giant’s Subsea Connect proposition is helping the company and its clients remain relevant and at the forefront of the transition. 
Romain also stresses the importance Baker Hughes places on being a good neighbour and supporting the communities where it has a presence – in good times and bad. 
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Shell cuts, Dolphyn hydrogen and feeling tender with Fluor

This week’s Energy Voice Out Loud, in association with International School Aberdeen, kicks off with news of Shell cutting their global workforce by up to 9,000. With no public indications of how this will affect workers regionally, the team dig into what this could mean for the workforce in the UK and further afield. 
Also on the podcast, Dolphyn, the world’s first floating green hydrogen project, is coming to waters off Aberdeen. There's heavy praise (and some naysayers), so can this ambitious development play a meaningful role in the energy transition for the region? 
Rounding us off, Fluor plans to leave lump-sum work behind, but what’s the alternative?
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Sellers, contractors and Namibian not-frackers

As Premier Oil is trying to rework its acquisition of North Sea assets from BP, what might Exxon make of such a state of affairs? There’s a list of companies bidding for Exxon’s assets, but the interminable renegotiations are probably best avoided. 
Mark managed to keep his eye off the birds in the opposite house (actual birds; he’s not a creep, just easily distracted) for long enough to talk through some of the North Sea’s collective bargaining plans. Some contractors are in, some are out, while some just shake it all about. 
Namibia is a lovely place for a honeymoon although it is probably not ideal for fracking. ReconAfrica is hoping to find a new sweet spot in the country’s north, but is facing concerns around environmental impacts. 
This episode of Energy Voice Out Loud was brought to you in association with Baker Hughes and its Subsea Connect. Join Baker Hughes on the 15th, 22nd and 29th of September for Subsea Connect TV; a virtual event series and hear from operators, learn from case studies and discuss new ways to improve economics and performance over the life of a field. Register to join at https://cvent.me/wzgGVL?RefId=Energy+Voice 
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A Hurricane of false hope, decom ‘cowboys’, and a refinery fit for a legendary Rangers FC manager

Join the Energy Voice team in the latest podcast episode, in association with Baker Hughes, as they discuss the latest and biggest news stories: 
Where on earth does Hurricane Energy go from here, following its crushing west of Shetland resources downgrade? 
If you had to cut a branch off a tree using a saw, would you stand on that branch while you were doing it? Well, people carrying out oil rig decom work in Shetland would. They’d tell you it’s safe, too. 
Meanwhile, Waltersmith (yep!) struck a blow to pipeline vandals and thieves in Nigeria with its new modular refinery. 
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OGA tussle, BP in Aberdeen, and tensions in Somaliland

We kick off with BP’s partnership with Aberdeen City Council. Greenwashing accusations are rife, but is that right concern here? Mark takes us through some recent comment’s from Neptune Energy’s Jim House with concerns the OGA is taking its eye off the ball on MER UK vs net zero. And is there anything a box of Quality Street won’t fix? Rounding us off, geopolitical tensions with China play out on the small scale in Somaliland, as Trafigura takes a position there. 
This episode of Energy Voice Out Loud was brought to you in association with Baker Hughes and its Subsea Connect. Join Baker Hughes on the 15th, 22nd and 29th of September for Subsea Connect TV; a virtual event series and hear from operators, learn from case studies and discuss new ways to improve economics and performance over the life of a field. Register to join at https://cvent.me/wzgGVL?RefId=Energy+Voice 
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Decom cash, a rig dash and a South African splash

Should the government stump up some of the cash it was going to pay out for decommissioning ahead of time, in order to get the ball rolling? Decom North Sea thinks so, although other opinions are available. At a time when the national debt is hitting record levels, and a number of sectors are calling for help, the government may not want to help out the oil and gas industry. 
In welcome news for the residents of the Cromarty Firth, a consultancy has predicted there may be a shortage of jack-ups in 2021 for the UK North Sea. Rig prices may rise, if Bassoe Offshore is correct, but probably not enough to bring cold-stacked rigs back to work. 
Further good news came offshore South Africa, where Total has begun drilling its Luiperd well – Leopard in Afrikaans – to follow up its Brulpadda – or bullfrog – find from 2019. The seas may be stormy and water depth challenging but the prospect of another billion barrels has investors salivating. 
This episode of Energy Voice Out Loud was brought to you in association with Baker Hughes and its Subsea Connect. Join Baker Hughes on the 15th, 22nd and 29th of September for Subsea Connect TV; a virtual event series and hear from operators, learn from case studies and discuss new ways to improve economics and performance over the life of a field. Register to join at https://cvent.me/wzgGVL?RefId=Energy+Voice
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