We discuss the Lindsey oil refinery's mysterious bidder and ScottishPower's shift from offshore wind to grid projects amid a turbulent fiscal landscape. Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay also gives us his two cents on the state of energy businesses in the country.   This week’s episode features Energy Voice’s Ryan Duff and Michael Behr, with E-FWD editor Ed Reed making a triumphant return.    Up first, the trio discuss Marc Amram, the man proposing a public-private partnership to take over the Lindsey refinery after its previous owner, Prax, fell into administration. He has tabled an offer to the government that appears to be very one-sided, and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has since refused. There is a lot to unpack in this one, but the main question is, 'Who is Marc Amram?'   Next up Russell, Findlay speaks with Ryan about some of the issues energy businesses in Aberdeen are facing. This prerecorded interview was held at Hunting's Badentoy facility soon after the firm announced it would be moving manufacturing operations from there to its new Dubai site.    Finally, Ed talks us through his latest reporting on ScottishPower as the Spanish-backed firm appears to be shifting its focus from offshore wind to grid connection contracts. Interestingly, ScottishPower parent company, Iberdrola, does not appear to be following the same strategy in its native Spain. Is this due to market pressures in the UK or has ScottishPower seen something others haven't

We discuss the news that Wood's chief executive, Ken Gilmartin, is set to leave and the recent delays announced by both the UK government and the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA). Worley's Fabricio Sousa also swings in past to discuss all things artificial intelligence (AI). This week's episode features Energy Voice’s Ryan Duff and Michael Behr, with editor Mark Selby making an appearance in a prerecorded interview. First up, Michael gets us caught up on all things Wood as the beleaguered services giant looks to close its takeover saga with one last twist in the tale, Ken Gilmartin's exit. Admittedly, this might not be the biggest surprise, but what may shock some is his permanent replacement, Iain Torrens, who was initially brought in as interim CFO earlier this year. Next up, we hear from Mark and Fabricio as they discuss what served to be a major theme of the Gastech Exhibition & Conference this year, AI. The pair discuss the role of AI in driving the imminent boom in global power demand – and what that actually means for both energy and related industry. Finally, Ryan and Michael discuss a series of delays that were reported this week. Up first, Deltic's takeover at the hands of Viaro hit a stumbling block as the NSTA overshot its deadline to approve licences changing hands. Also, the Outer Dowsing and Morecambe offshore wind farms were told that the date of their development consent order decisions had been delayed until after next month's budget. There are a lot of moving parts in the energy sector right now, so what does this mean for future mergers and acquisitions in oil and gas and the likelihood of the UK hitting its clean power 2030 targets?

Expert panellists including Nexos chief executive Scott McGinigal, National Gas supply chain and commercial director Daniel McAteer, Centrica new energies director Hazel Paige and Siemens Gamesa plan director Andy Sykes were all asked whether the Humber has all the ingredients to meet the 2050 clean-energy targets. Taking in jobs, geography and willpower alone, the answer is a resounding yes. But on final investment decisions (FID), the key ingredient in every major ambition, questions still remain.

What does a resilient energy system look like? Different parts of the world can – and should – be thinking differently about how to meet domestic needs. Chris Hudson, president of DMG Events, and Joseph McMonigle, president of the Global Center for Energy Analysis, join this second episode of Road to ADIPEC to dig into the big questions around energy. As the energy sector readies for ADIPEC, held in Abu Dhabi from 3-6 November, the Road to ADIPEC sets the scene for what will come.

We discuss some major West of Shetland updates and the Labour Party conference, while the World Bank offers its two cents on flaring. This week features Energy Voice’s Ryan Duff, Mathew Perry, and Floyd March. Kicking things off, Ryan discusses Serica's takeover of the Lancaster field, the Greater Laggan Area (GLA) and the Shetland Gas Plant. This £19 million deal sees the firm deliver on its merger and acquisition (M&A) ambitions at a bargain price. On the same morning as news broke about the UK's latest M&A deal, Shell announced that it had kicked off production at Victory, which utilises GLA infrastructure. We'd be remiss to not mention Equinor resubmitting the environmental impact assessment for Rosebank, something Mat gave us all the details about. Long story short, it's all kicking off in the West of Shetland region. Next up, our editor Mark Selby spoke with Zubin Bamji, manager for the World Bank’s Global Flaring & Methane Reduction (GFMR) Partnership. The pair discussed the World Bank's progress to date in tackling the underlying issues around flaring and the likelihood of hitting the 2030 target while on the show floor of Milan's Gastech conference. Finally, Floyd gets us caught up with all things energy from the Labour Party conference, however, it appears Keir Starmer was more interested in fighting the growing support for Reform. That being said, a fracking ban was announced by Ed Miliband, something that is sure to rile up Farage.

Energy companies are keen to talk up the game-changing benefits of Artificial Intelligence (AI) but how many actually live and breathe it? Energy Voice editor Mark Selby spoke to Serena Delli, lead data architect and AI specialist at Milan-based energy distribution tech company Bludigit to learn how digital innovation and transformation is helping to revolutionise efficiency and safety within the sector.

Speaking backstage at Gastech in Milan, Energy Voice editor Mark Selby spoke to DMG Events president Chris Hudson about the global trends at play across the conference. With the impact of growing power demand from Artificial Intelligence being felt across every sector, Mark and Chris explored the implications for energy and how Gastech's themes will play out on the road to ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi.

Tune into this episode of Energy Voice Out Loud to hear news editor Erikka Askeland and reporter Mathew Perry discuss the Labour’s energy policy difficulties as it heads to its party conference. Energy Voice reporter Michael Behr unveils the US president’s latest attack on European offshore wind developers. Then Mat meets up with trade body Geothermal UK to find out why this technology is so hot in Scotland.

You'll like to be under the sea for this podcast with Richard Knox, the CEO of one of the UK's most innovative subsea technology companies. The founder of Verlume tells Energy Voice news editor Erikka Askeland how his firm has forged meaningful partnerships in order to evolve and grow their strategy. The latest of these is with Kraken Robotics and together the firms are pioneering subsea intelligence applications that would astound a Bond villain.

How is AI reshaping the energy sector? AIQ CEO Dennis Jol and Cognite EVP for AI Francois Laborie sit down ahead of ADIPEC to reflect on how new technologies will transform traditional workflows and open new paths. We dig into trust for AI, what the impact may be and how the complexities of this radical new technology may play out for the energy sector.

We discuss the state of UK oil and gas as energy policy has been accused of causing an 'unmanaged decline', before chatting with EnBW and Exceed about renewables investment and mergers and acquisitions. This week features Energy Voice's Ryan Duff, Mathew Perry, and Michael Behr with E-FWD editor Ed Reed making a comeback.    Up first, Ed talks about the disconnect between Aberdeen and London as Westwood rolled up to the UK capital to warn of an unmanaged decline in oil and gas production and how that could hit UK finances. Decommissioning, tax, and Aberdeen taxi drivers are all discussed in the opening segment of this week's show.    Next, Michael has been chatting with Damien Zachlod, managing director at EnBW UK. Three years ago, his company made a £10 billion investment pledge in the UK offshore wind, now we ask if that is still a safe bet in 2025.    Finally, Mat caught up with Ian Mills, managing director of Exceed, about his firm's recent acquisition by Kent. The first segment of this programme may pique Ian's interests as he looks to explore the opportunities presented by the fast-growing offshore decommissioning market following his firm's takeover. 

What does the energy industry want? And what does it need? E-FWD members at the recent Offshore Europe show took time out from conferencing to share some thoughts in the studio.   The government’s plans rest on the energy industry doing its part, to deliver Clean Power 2030 in the first instance, and in the longer term net zero. But there’s a lack of clarity on too many fronts - and workers are on the front lines.   To hear more about how the industry sees the future, listen to this special E-FWD episode of Energy Voice Out Loud. Head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the interviews in full.  https://www.youtube.com/@E-FWD_EnergyTransition

This week, we unpack rumours for Offshore Europe, discuss Ineos' global outlook, and recount the reform party conference. Joining the discussion is Energy Voice's Ryan Duff, Erikka Askeland and Floyd March. First up, Ryan discusses rumours that TotalEnergies may be looking to sell its UK assets to the newly formed Neo Next. It is no secret that the French supermajor has its gripes with the UK market and the North Sea's latest merger is hungry for expansion. Next, Erikka takes a closer look at Ineos Energy's claim that the UK is “one of the most unstable fiscal regimes in the world”. This came after the firm's chairman Brian Gilvary said that he would be rerouting UK investment to the US following a $3 billion in an American deal. Finally, Floyd was our man on the ground at the Reform Party conference, and he has heard some conspiracy theories. Can electric cars be controlled by the government? Is CO2 really not a pollutant? And can Floyd sleep after hearing Andrea Jenkyns sing? Find out the latest in the final part of this week's show.

Join the Energy Voice team for an action packed episode on the Offshore Europe floor. Former British diplomat Gregg Quinn sits down with Ryan Duff to discuss the ramifications of Kemi Badenoch's pro-oil stance as we contrast the policy approaches of Labour and the Tories at a politically motivated Offshore Europe. Michael Behr discusses with Concordia Energy CEO Sayma Cox whether oil and gas is back, and picks up a few hints on which regions her new company is eyeing for acquisitions. We hear from Dr Jani Shibuya, the chief executive of startup and University of Aberdeen spinout Hychor, on the potential benefits of making green hydrogen from seawater. And Decom Mission chief executive Sam Long discusses how the wider North Sea policy environment is affecting the decommissioning sector, and whether growing interest in repurposing offshore infrastructure is hype or a real opportunity.

The supply chain will serve as the backbone of the energy transition. How many times have you heard that? Well, it's true! Rystad Energy's, Audun Martinsen spoke to Energy Voice while on the show floor of Offshore Europe about the constraints hitting suppliers in the UK and Norway. Obviously, we can't just highlight the issues, so we discuss how constraints can be alleviated and how likely it is that the supply chain can thrive. Listen to the full conversation on Energy Voice Out Loud.

Have you ever heard of a journalist being interviewed on their own podcast? Anything is possible at Offshore Europe. Alastair Mackay turns the tables on our reporter Ryan Duff and asks him what he's thinking about the show before the duo discuss offshore workforce issues and opportunities. To hear what Alastair has to say about the future of his business and what Ryan thinks about the conference, listen to their conversation on Energy Voice Out Loud.

Tune into this special episode of Energy Voice Out Loud with Expro that dives into well decommissioning at SPE Offshore Europe event in Aberdeen.  Energy Voice reporter Mathew Perry speaks to Donald Horsfall, Expro’s group market development and integration director, on what the future looks like for well decommissioning and the risks and opportunities facing the North Sea sector.  

Tune into this special episode of Energy Voice Out Loud with STATS Group that covers the firm's growing international success at SPE Offshore Europe event in Aberdeen. Energy Voice reporter Mathew Perry speaks to Steven Byers, STATS Group chief operating officer, on making the shift from a UK-focused company to generating 87% of its revenue internationally, and the role STATS isolation technology is playing in the energy transition.

Decarbonization, digitalization, and shifting markets are all topics of conversation for NZTC at Offshore Europe 2025. NZTC chief operating officer, Rebecca Allison, discusses how her organisation is shaping the energy transition. Also, if you’re on the Offshore Europe show floor this week, swing in past the NZTC stand for a snazzy pair of socks.  

Energy Voice news editor Erikka Askeland catches up with Marcus Kenny, head of end hirer at Brookson Legal, from the show floor of SPE Offshore Europe 2025. Tune into hear Marcus discuss why employers need to tackle IR35 determinations before HMRC does.