Repsol Sinopec rolls out OPEX’s AI software

Following the successful pilot of emissions.AI, Repsol Sinopec is extending the use of OPEX software to several of its UKCS operated assets in alignment with its Emission Management Plans.

The extended rollout will see the technology adopted across four installations as part of the company’s commitment to emissions reduction and net zero.

Repsol Sinopec initially deployed OPEX’s emissions.AI on its Piper Bravo asset for a trial period of three months to evaluate and demonstrate how the technology can identify sources of operational emissions and provide tangible reduction opportunities.

Legasea launch circular economy apprenticeships

Legasea has announced the launch of its apprenticeship programme. The programme will offer two positions for Circular Economy Engineering Apprentices and one position for a Business Administration Apprentice.

Apprentices will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects at Legasea. This will give them the chance to learn from experienced professionals and to make a real impact on the company.

“We are excited to launch our apprenticeship programme and to help create the next generation of circular economy leaders,” said Ray Milne, Operations Director at Legasea. “These apprenticeships will provide young people with the skills and knowledge they need to make a real difference in the world. We are committed to creating a sustainable future for the subsea industry and these apprenticeships are a key part of our strategy to achieve this goal.”

Surge in GDPR audits sparks business growth

An innovative Aberdeen-based IT solutions provider has reported a significant uptake in business as it marks its seventh anniversary.

Care App Solutions has experienced a significant increase in demand for its services, fuelled by an 80% increase in its IMPACT® GDPR audits in the past year.

Founded by Susan Mackie in 2016, Care App Solutions provides software development, GDPR and regulatory reporting support, including a range of services such as business analysis, process and data mapping, eDiscovery, tailored dashboards, IT training and software development/ implementations. The company also provides mobile, desktop and wearable solutions to the community and acute health and care industries on a subscription basis.

Innovative JBS secures £3million worth of contracts

JBS Group, the innovative multi-disciplined engineering solutions and products provider, has had its best ever start to a year with £3million worth of contracts secured.

The latest contracts involve fabrication work, screw conveyors and its patented Sea Axe subsea excavation technology.

Peterhead-based JBS has increased its team from 50 to 62 in the past six months which includes the addition of two apprentices.

Jo McIntosh, Sales and Marketing Manager at JBS, said: “The work we have landed makes this our best start to a year. The quality of our fabrication and our screw conveyors has been recognised by clients, while we also received a greater number of enquiries about our blast containment products.

“Our Sea Axe forms a central part of our offering. We’ve received excellent feedback from companies about our technology and how our in-house team supported those projects.

“We have ambitious plans for growth in 2023 and beyond. We are continuing to invest in training and developing our apprenticeship programmes. More than half of our staff have come through this programme.

“Our innovative approach and ability to solve a range of complex engineering issues across several disciplines has been welcomed by the market.”

The success of JBS in international markets led to the business winning the Going Global Award at the 2023 Northern Star Business Awards.

P&J Live first in Scotland to be SAVI Accredited

Aberdeen-based live events venue, P&J Live, has become the first venue in Scotland to be awarded the five-star Licensing Security and Vulnerability Initiative (SAVI) accreditation.

The star-rated award scheme, run and delivered by the Police Crime Prevention Initiatives, aims to provide safer and more secure environments for managers, staff, customers and the local community by promoting four Licensing Objectives: The Prevention of Crime and Disorder, Public Safety, The Prevention of Public Nuisance, and The Protection of Children from Harm.

Ross McLeod, Head of Security at P&J Live, said: “The safety of our visitors in our number one priority and by receiving this accreditation, and applying various different strategies for safety, such as ‘Ask for Angela’, we can ensure our customers feel safe and comfortable at all times when visiting our venue. We’re delighted to be the first licensed venue in Scotland to receive this standard.”

Madness comes to P&J Live in November

One of the biggest and most loved British bands Madness have announced their ‘C’est La Vie 2023’ tour.

Beginning on November 30 in Aberdeen’s P&J Live, the 13-date tour will hit all the major cities including Glasgow, Newcastle, Liverpool, Manchester, London and more and culminate with a huge show in Birmingham on December 16th.

Known for their raucous live sets, the C’est La Vie tour will be teeming with hits from the nutty boy’s unrivalled back catalogue along with some songs from the new album.

Louise Stewart, Interim Managing Director at P&J Live says: “We are thrilled to welcome British music legends, Madness, back to P&J Live for the first date of their 2023 UK tour! As one of the country’s most loved bands, their unrivalled sound will sure turn the venue into a House of Fun… this will be one popular show not to miss out on!”

Full artist line-up revealed for Nuart Aberdeen 2023

An exciting line-up of artists, including the internationally acclaimed Thiago Mazza (Brazil), Swoon (USA) and UKbased artist Stanley Donwood and artist duo SNIK, will descend on the Granite City this month to create murals and art on the city’s walls as part of Nuart Aberdeen.

In total 13 globally renowned street artists hailing from Brazil, the USA, Europe, the UK and Iran will come together to create breath-taking pieces of street art using walls in Aberdeen city centre as the canvas for their work.

The line up of artists revealed for the 2023 festival, which runs from Thursday, June 8 until Sunday, June 11 will draw inspiration for their creations from the festival’s ‘Rewilding’ theme and will come together in the city with the common aim of strengthening the connection of people and communities to the city through their art.

The award-winning festival, made possible by partnership from Aberdeen Inspired and Aberdeen City Council, has so far resulted in more than 50 stunning works spread across the city centre and it is expected that the contributions of this year’s artists will further elevate and enhance the reputation of Aberdeen as a leading street art destination.