Certificate of SEMS Compliance for Offshore Drilling at Tamar FieldMay 10, 2016DNV GL - Business Assurance USA, Inc. has issued to Noble Energy a certificate of compliance to the SEMS (Safety and Environmental Systems) standard...
Consent for Drilling Operations Using Stena DonMay 6, 2016The Petroleum Safety Authority Norway (PSA) has given Statoil consent to use the Stena Don mobile drilling facility for drilling, completion, intervention work, and plugging on the Troll field.
Sailing into the FutureMay 6, 20169-10 June 2016, Aberdeen Beach Ballroom, Nautical Institute 2016 AGM. The challenges surrounding the delivery of safe and efficient marine operations throughout the offshore energy and maritime industries will be the focus of the conference.
Polyeco International and Lamor Merge Global Service OperationsApr 29, 2016Polyeco International and Lamor Corporation will merge their global divisions into Polyeco Group to form the largest world-wide environmental service provider.
Semco Maritime to Deliver Firefighting Systems for CulzeanApr 29, 2016Singapore-based yard Sembcorp Marine has awarded Semco Maritime a contract to deliver firefighting systems for the production platforms at the new Maersk Oil operated Culzean field...
Blaze Manufacturing Wins IADC Safety AwardApr 28, 2016Provider of fire control and safety solutions, Blaze Manufacturing Solutions, has been presented with a prestigious accolade by a major industry body in recognition of...
VIKING Rides Wave of Success at OTC 2016Apr 28, 2016OTC 2016 in Houston, Texas, will see marine and offshore safety equipment and service provider VIKING Life-Saving Equipment showcase a range of the product and service offerings ...
Straightpoint Expands ATEX RangeApr 21, 2016Straightpoint’s expanded range of ATEX products conform to a new directive – 2014/34/EU – that becomes effective 20 April 2016, updating 94/9/EC.
Guidelines for Offshore Access Systems PublishedApr 21, 2016International classification society Bureau Veritas has developed guidelines for walk-to-work (W2W) motion compensated Offshore Access Systems (OAS)...
Cost-Efficient Ex and El Safety Training LaunchedApr 4, 2016Seagull Oil & Gas has launched the most cost efficient and comprehensive e-learning training package in the industry for offshore personnel working in explosive atmospheres.
Verification Contract for Johan SverdrupApr 4, 2016Statoil has awarded contracts to DNV GL for verification of all 4 topsides, the 3 bridges, 3 of 4 jackets, topside installation...
Emerson Introduces Wirelessly Monitored Storage Tank Safety ValvesMar 25, 2016Emerson Process Management has introduced the Enardo 850/950 series of wirelessly-monitored pressure vacuum relief valves...
“Eyes in the Sky” Technology for Rapid, Safe and Repeatable InspectionsMar 22, 2016Lloyd’s Register’s first phase of its guidance notes for drones and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) has been launched, giving operators in the energy and marine industries confidence in using UAS for offshore, marine and onshore surveys and in-service inspections.
New Monitoring Service for Predicting Operational Failures in Subsea BOPsMar 21, 2016National Oilwell Varco, Inc. has announced that it has developed and validated the first end-to-end predictive solution that can foresee operational failures in subsea blowout preventer (BOP) components.
Siemens Opens Cyber Security Operation Centers for Industrial Facilities ProtectionMar 18, 2016Siemens has announced the opening its Cyber Security Operation Center (CSOC) for the protection of industrial facilities...
New Revolution, the Loc-Ex® 01 - BLE BeaconMar 18, 2016Following its roots and decades of experience, ecom has launched the new Loc-Ex® 01 - BLE Beacon, available for hazardous areas ATEX/IECEx Zone 1 (Loc-Ex 01) and for Non-Ex areas (Loc 01 HC & Loc 01 SC).
E2S Adds Light to Family of Hazardous Location GRP Warning SignalsMar 16, 2016Independent warning signals manufacturer E2S Warning Signals has announced the addition of visual signals to the explosion proof and corrosion resistant GNEx family.
Tyco Launches New Gas and Flame Detection BrandMar 15, 2016Tyco International has announced the formation of Tyco Gas & Flame Detection, a new operating brand of Tyco Life Safety Products division. Under this new brand, Tyco intends...
WSS Launches Lifejacket Tailored for Offshore DemandsMar 14, 2016Wilhelmsen Ships Service (WSS), global provider of products and services to the shipping industry, is launching a lifejacket specially designed to safeguard workers in the harshest offshore environments.
Sikorsky Recognition for Bristow Rescue AccomplishmentsMar 4, 2016Sikorsky – a Lockheed Martin company – has recognised Bristow Helicopters for its critical role in safely evacuating hundreds of workers with...
New Cyber Security Solution for Oil and Gas CustomersMar 4, 2016Harris CapRock Communications, global provider of managed communications services for remote and harsh environments, has launched SafePass™ Pro...
Lloyd’s Register Consulting Launches JIP First PhaseMar 4, 2016Lloyd’s Register Consulting has launched its first phase of its latest JIP aimed at resolving a long-term industry issue that could save the industry billions of dollars in costly downtime...
Availon gets certified for Spanish & Italian wind farms servicingFeb 17, 2016Availon has received full HSEQ certification for its wind farm servicing operations in Italy and Spain, according to international quality, environmental and work safety standards.
SoCalGas reports temporary control of Aliso Canyon gas leakFeb 12, 2016SoCalGas continues to make progress on relief well number one, reaching a measured depth of 8,615 feet. As we move forward, there are three major milestones - the 'three C's' - to stopping the leak:
