Oil & gas news
EU Energy Council
Edward Davey, UK Energy Secretary released the following statement following the EU Energy Council in Brussels on 4th March 2014.
A major contribution on a micro scale
Richard J. Zinno shows how a simple monitoring methodology is improving the precision of tracking microseismic events during hydraulic fracturing.
Protecting pipelines from corrosion under insulation
Metallisation demonstrates the advantages of thermal sprayed aluminium (TSA) in the prevention of corrosion under insulation (CUI).
Delta SubSea announces agreement with FORUM/DYNACON
Deal aimed at increasing DSS’s ability to fulfill aggressive growth plans.
Bredero Shaw has developed a new pipeline coating product for offshore use
Bredero Shaw has introduced a new custom coating product designed for use on subsea pipeline components and equipment used in high temperatures.
Minority and female employment
A new IHS report has looked at minority and female employment in the oil, gas and petrochemical industries.
John Crane awarded patent
John Crane has been awarded a patent for gas seal monitoring technology.
D-010: The story of the world’s well integrity standard
Norway’s NORSOK-D010 standard on well integrity was respected before the 2010 Macondo blowout, but the disaster prompted a wide-ranging review.
SKF ensures safer and more efficient temperature measurement
SKF has launched a portable infrared thermometer that records temperature, together with photo or video, enabling safe measurement from a distance.
Dutch government selects ROV manufacturer
The Dutch government has chosen the Saab Seaeye Panther XT Plus as the best ROV for wreck removal, security and waterway maintenance.