[ In 11/12 2009 ] Dec 4, 2009Commentary, 11/12 2009Without a doubt, the Norwegian Confederation of Trade Unions (Landsorganisasjonene – LO) is the largest and most influential workers’ organisation in Norway. So it was a highly symbolic gesture when Roar Flåthen, the President of LO, joined Terje Riis-Johansen, Norwegian Minister of Petroleum and Energy, at a press conference to announce the coming 21st licensing round on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
From the Editor, 11/12 2009Dec 4, 2009 The Holiday season is here once again, but this year’s December brings an event that will most likely shape the way we operate in our world for decades to come. Of course, I’m referring to the upcoming 15th Conference of the Parties (COP 15) of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Copenhagen. [ In 11/12 2009 ]
Contents, 11/12 2009Dec 4, 2009 Check out the contents of our latest issue – 11/12 2009... [ In 11/12 2009 ]
WEO 2009 – Toward CopenhagenDec 4, 2009 The Autumn Conference hosted by Statoil to showcase the annual release of the International Energy Agency’s World Energy Outlook has become a seasonal tradition. And although we were sitting comfortably in Oslo, this year’s conference was a forward-looking event, with a sharp focus on the upcoming 15th Conference of the Parties – COP 15 – the latest gathering of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Copenhagen. [ In 11/12 2009 ]
Why Bring Up Questions About Boiler Inspection and Maintenance?Dec 4, 2009 The main propulsion line in almost all ships today is driven by a diesel engine – whether directly connected to the propeller or by hydraulic or electric set-ups. This is contrary to decades ago, when the steam boiler formed the backbone, either for a steam turbine or steam engine. As a result, boilers are nowadays considered an auxiliary installation onboard, which is why most boilers are therefore called “auxiliary boilers”. Similarly, the boilers onboard offshore installations only have a supporting function as surely we here do not need propulsion in the same way as onboard a ship. [ In 11/12 2009 ]
Pre-Salt Riches – The Long-Range ViewDec 4, 2009 Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva feels the exploration and development of the pre-salt as a great opportunity for the energy sector to become a tremendous leverage for the Brazilian economy, opening opportunities for much new business. [ In 11/12 2009 ]
Media: ISPs Under PressureDec 4, 2009 As the copyright holders of the world are scrambling to secure their rights in a changing digital economy, they are joining up with authorities to make new legislation that will impact how you and I use the Internet, as well as how we consume music, literature, games, and movies. And since the rights holders have incredibly powerful lobbies, the ISPs who own the networks we use to access our content are under increasing pressure. [ In 11/12 2009 ]
Contents, 9/10 2009Oct 13, 2009 Check out the contents of our latest issue – 9/10 2009... [ In 9/10-2009 ]
Commentary, 9/10 2009Oct 13, 2009 More of the Same (Only Different)?
Norway held its latest parliamentary election last month, following one of the country’s more dynamic campaign seasons. The result is that the three-party coalition that was elected into power four years ago has retained its power. That was the result – but what will be the outcome? [ In 9/10-2009 ]
From the Editor, 9/10 2009Oct 13, 2009 Networking Season
In some ways, post-summer is conference season. It wouldn’t be difficult to be on the road throughout October and November and into December. Exhausting, but image the network you could build, making new acquaintances and reinforcing old ties. [ In 9/10-2009 ]
Tombua Landana – Subsea 7 Delivers Operating Efficiencies and Outstanding Safety PerformanceOct 13, 2009 One of the world’s leading subsea engineering and construction companies, Subsea 7, combined its extensive engineering and project management experience with established in-country infrastructure and vessel capability, to safely deliver subsea installation activities for Chevron’s Tombua Landana Engineering, Procurement, Installation and Commissioning (EPIC) project in Block 14, offshore Angola. [ In 9/10-2009 ]
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