Equinor in robust defence of green credentials after campaign group’s accusation
Norwegian energy firm Equinor, formerly Statoil, has defended itself against accusations by Greenpeace of “greenwashing” in a bid to obscure its oil and gas operations.
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Vote on Statoil name change slated for tomorrow
Statoil’s name change to Equinor is expected to be voted through at the Norwegian energy giant’s annual general meeting tomorrow. It means tomorrow will be the company’s last day of trading on the Oslo Bors under the ticker “STL”. To read more on Energy Voice, click here.
Statoil signs up Aberdeen-based well tech firm
Ardyne, an Aberdeen-based well technology company, has announced a contract with Statoil for work within the North Sea.
Statoil thanks higher US output for jump in profits
Statoil said higher US production helped the Norwegian energy giant increase its first quarter profits by 12.3% to £3.25 billion.
Statoil rebrand a ‘bold reinforcement’ of low carbon shift, Woodmac says
Norwegian major Statoil’s name change is a “bold reinforcement” of its commitment to the energy transition, an analyst has said.
No room for ‘oil’ in Statoil’s rebranding
Norwegian energy giant Statoil will change its name to Equinor. It means the word “oil” will no longer form part of the company name. Statoil said the move was in line with its focus on establishing itself as a “broad” energy company. Read more on Energy Voice here.
Statoil to drill new wells in North Sea this summer
Statoil said yesterday that it was pressing ahead with plans to drill three wells in the UK North Sea in the summer.
World first floating windfarm’s success
Norwegian energy giant Statoil said yesterday its Hywind project off Peterhead had outstripped expectations in its first three months of production.
Statoil says Hywind outstripped expectations over winter period
Norwegian energy giant Statoil said today that its Hywind project off Peterhead had outstripped expectations in its first three months of production.
Massive windfall for Peterhead lifeboat crew
A massive cash donation to a north-east lifeboat station will allow it to continue saving lives at sea during the next year.
Statoil eyes further Scottish sites for turbines
The company behind the world’s first floating windfarm, off Peterhead, has revealed it is looking at further sites around the Scottish coastline.
Workers transferred by copter after gangway detaches at Mariner field
Norwegian oil giant said today that all workers on the Mariner field are safe after a gangway between installations disconnected late last night. Statoil confirmed that the link between the Safe Boreas accommodation vessel and the Mariner A platform was reported at 11:45pm. Read the full story on our sister site, Energy Voice.
Energy ministers clash over Hywind credit
A senior Holyrood politician has hit out at the UK’s climate change minister, claiming she took credit for the Scottish Government’s work.
North-east leads world with new £190m windfarm
A pioneering world first that could herald a new era for renewable energy generation roared into life yesterday.
Statoil investigating fire on Mariner A platform
Norwegian energy giant Statoil said today that it is carrying out an investigation into a fire on one of its North Sea platforms. Statoil said a “small” fire was detected in the emergency generator room of the Mariner A platform yesterday. Visit our sister site, Energy Voice, for the full story.
Statoil’s Hywind gets going with the flow
Hywind Scotland, the first floating wind farm in the world, has started to deliver electricity to the Scottish grid.
Statoil makes UK North Sea discovery of up to 130 million barrels
Statoil this morning confirmed a UK North Sea discovery.
Coastguard launch “extensive search” after man reported missing from North Sea rig
An “extensive search” is underway this morning following reports of a missing North Sea worker offshore.
Statoil reveals recruitment bid for up to 40 North Sea jobs
Norwegian operator Statoil will be looking to recruit up to 40 workers in the “coming months” as work progresses on its flagship Mariner project on the UKCS.
Statoil appoints new MD to its UK operations
A new managing director has taken over the helm of Statoil’s UK operations after its former boss departed from the company after less than a year in the role.
Video: Incredible footage of Statoil’s Mariner B FSU arriving at Nigg Energy Park
Statoil has revealed fresh footage of its Mariner B vessel as it arrived in Global Energy Group’s Nigg Energy Park after completing a journey of more than 15,000 miles from a construction yard in South Korea.
Statoil buys 70% of UK North Sea licence
Norwegian energy giant Statoil has bought a 70% stake in a UK North Sea licence for $2million.
Cable for Hywind project – which will carve through Peterhead – approved
A north-east town is set for major construction work after plans were approved to connect the world's first floating windfarm to the national grid.
Cable to world’s first floating windfarm will cut through Peterhead
Plans to connect to the world's first floating windfarm to the national grid could rely on tearing through the heart of a north-east town.
New management for Bread as founder heads south
An Aberdeen PR company will have a new management team on the departure of its founder back to London.
Hunt for missing North Sea helicopter crash parts continues
Investigators for a North Sea helicopter crash, which killed 13 people last month, are set to resume their search for missing parts next month.
North Sea helicopter crash: Investigators identify three possible causes
Norwegian investigators have said they are examining three potential causes for a North Sea helicopter crash which killed 13 people last month.
Statoil makes North Sea oil discovery
The Norwegian Petroleum Directorate today confirmed Statoil’s wildcat has made a North Sea oil discovery. The Norwegian operator was drilling two wildcats two kilometres south of the Askja Øst discovery, and about 35 km southwest of the Oseberg Sør facility in the North Sea. To read the full story, visit our sister site Energy Voice.
Wood Group wins Statoil deal
Wood Group has landed master services agreement (MSA) with Statoil. The deal includes supporting the life cycles of Norwegian operator’s offshore and onshore facilities. Work and services covered by the MSA include engineering studies, detailed engineering, procurement services and management assistance services. For more details, visit our sister website, Energy Voice.
Statoil completes move to new offices on outskirts of Aberdeen
Norwegian oil firm Statoil has completed its move from Aberdeen city centre to plush new offices in the Prime Four business park at Kingswells.
Statoil moves to new Aberdeen base
Statoil has officially moved into its new Aberdeen headquarters.
North Sea helicopter crash: Statoil launches independent investigation into fatal crash
Statoil has said it is ready to begin its own investigation into the North Sea helicopter crash that killed 13 people.