Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has emerged as a promising solution to reduce the carbon footprint of aviation, while still meeting the growing demand for air travel, it provides a short to medium term solution before the world is ready for electric or hydrogen aircraft. SAF is a type of biofuel made from renewable sources that can be used to power aircraft. Unlike conventional jet fuel, which is derived from crude oil, SAF is made from feedstocks such as agricultural waste, algae and other plant-based sources. SAF can also be created by chemically reacting carbon dioxide (from utilising carbon capture technologies) with green hydrogen (produced from electrolysis using renewable power). SAF can be blended with conventional jet fuel without any alteration to aircraft engines allowing it to be very efficient. Moreover, SAF can reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% compared to conventional jet fuel. While SAF offers many benefits, there are also challenges to its widespread adoption. One of the main challenges is the cost of production. SAF is currently more expensive to produce than traditional jet fuel, which can make it less attractive to airlines and consumers.
In recent years governments, airlines and other stakeholders are taking action to promote the development and use of SAF via the increase of consultations and introducing mandates and incentives to rapidly boost production and distribution. In 2020 the UK government introduced the Ten Point Plan of which one of the points included taking on Jet Zero, this describes the country being at the forefront of aviation (alongside maritime technology) to push forward low carbon travel and build on UK strengths, taking immediate steps to drive the uptake of sustainable aviation fuels, investments in R&D to develop zero-emission aircraft and developing the necessary infrastructure for the future of airports. Additionally, the UK then established the Jet Zero Council as a sector-wide partnership to accelerate the development and adoption of new technologies to help develop its strategy to reach net zero aviation. The government has also implemented competitions as a way to assist the sector such as the Future, Fuels for Freight and Flight competition; the £15m Green Fuels, Green Skies competition with a purpose to kickstart the development of first-of-a-kind production plants in the UK to produce SAF at scale and the recent £165m Advanced Fuels Fund to support pioneering projects. It is now moving ahead with the next phase, planned for 2023, of a £1m competition to provide the first ever net zero 100% SAF-driven transatlantic flight.
In July 2022 the latest policy established by the UK Department for Transport is aptly known as the Jet Zero Strategy.
The main new objectives are to boost the country’s SAF sector and attain net zero emissions in domestic aviation by 2040, this strategy also pledges net zero emissions at all airports in England by the same year. It builds on the government’s economy-wide goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2050 and the transport decarbonisation plan. Furthermore, as part of the new strategy, the government also plans to have at least five commercial sustainable aviation fuel plants under construction by 2025. It has also mandated the use of at least 10% of aviation fuel (c.1.2 million tonnes) from sustainable sources into the UK aviation fuel mix by 2030. Although the UK aviation and aerospace industries have reiterated calls for a price support mechanism, such as the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which was successfully tried and tested to boost the UK offshore wind and solar sectors, to drive needed investment in UK production by giving investors’ confidence in the industry. A price support mechanism, which is necessary due to the lack of price certainty for SAF, has helped develop a worldleading renewable energy industry which is now cheaper than the alternatives and has brought huge economic benefits to the country. Due to the nature of SAF, such a mechanism would be ideal for SAF.
The UK has seen huge investment and is expected to see more in the future as it sees itself to be a major market in the sector. In 2022 Saudi Arabia’s Alfanar Group confirmed a new £1bn investment in the Lighthouse Green Fuels project in Teesside, utilising innovative technologies such as the Fischer-Tropsch process to convert household and commercial waste into SAF, as it aims to become the first company to produce sustainable aviation fuel from waste at scale in the UK; prior to this the project had been awarded £2.4m by the Department for Transport through the Green Fuels, Green Skies initiative. Once operational it is expected to produce approximately 180m litres of SAF annually. Other major players who have been working on the development of SAF projects are British Airways and Velocys on the Altalto project, located in Lincolnshire, which is expected to begin construction in 2024 for a 2027 startup. Another is LanzaTech and BP working on the world’s first large-scale Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) fuel plant in Wales which also benefited from the Green Fuels, Green Skies competition being awarded £15m. The production of sustainable aviation fuel will be a great opportunity for the development of the industry within the UK market, with the mandate to be put in place in 2025 alongside companies venturing into the market, the country is expected to mature drastically becoming one of the global leaders.
Nabil
Ahmed, Research Analyst –Biomass, Energy from Waste, Solar, Wave & Tidal nabil.ahmed@the-eic.com
We continue the EIC’s Oak Jubilee celebrations in this April edition of Inside Energy. This month we’ve had the pleasure of having Bureau Veritas, CCi, Competas, Deepsea Technologies, Halton, Kuzuko Group, Pepperl+Fuchs, Unger Steel and Wärtsilä share their membership journeys with us. Don’t miss the chance to read each of their interviews.
Also regarding our 80th anniversary initiatives, tickets for the EIC’s Jubilee Anniversary Cocktail Reception are now available. The event, which will be 1940s themed, will take place at the Dorchester Hotel in London on Thursday 20 April. Book your place below and join us for this celebration.
Nabil Ahmed, research analyst at the EIC, is the author of this issue’s sector analysis. His article focuses on sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and developments carried out by the UK government in this sector. According to Ahmed, the UK could be a world leader in the SAF market in the future.
In members’ services, readers can get to know Source’s partnership with Renaissance Services for the generation of the world’s first drinking water produced from sunlight and air. Activities are carried out in Oman’s Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD) with plans for expansion to additional sites.
Spotlight on technology features the next-generation TXpert Hub, Hitachi Energy’s transformer ecosystem. The product has been developed for the digital connection and integration of transformers, enabling, among other benefits, the latest technologies in communications and cyber security.
Beyond that, as usual, our directors in Europe, the MENA region, Asia Pacific and the Americas contribute with regional comments regarding office notices and local market updates. Last but not least, readers can also check our member news and keep track of the latest industry announcements worldwide.
Léliam de Castro, Head of Marketing and Communications leliam.castro@the-eic.com
How has the EIC helped you through the years? Any interesting stories to tell?
Bureau Veritas participates in EIC events and networking sessions to gain insight into industry trends, identify potential business partners and customers, and keep up-to-date with the latest developments in complex and rapidly changing industries like energy. In addition to events and networking, we also leverage on EIC’s suite of market intelligence databases which assist us in better identifying new business opportunities in energy transition markets with their advanced analytical tools to collate market intelligence and project and asset details. Bureau Veritas is one of the Gold Sponsors at the EIC APAC Annual Breakfast & Networking 2023.
What are the synergies between Bureau Veritas and the EIC?
The synergies between Bureau Veritas and the EIC may be related to shared interest in the energy sector and complementary areas of expertise. Our company, Bureau Veritas is a leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services, while the EIC provides a platform to bring together a broad range of companies with similar interests to the energy industry.
By working together, we may be able to support the growth and development of the energy sector, while also benefiting from each other’s knowledge and resources.
Where would you like to see Bureau Veritas and the EIC in the next 80 years?
With the future always unpredictable and everchanging, we will definitely be looking forward to continued collaboration and partnerships, road shows and dedicated/specialised events as this is currently the most effective way to drive innovation and growth in the energy transition.
About Bureau Veritas
Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services. Created in 1828, the Group has more than 82,000 employees located in nearly 1,600 offices and laboratories around the globe. Bureau Veritas helps its 400,000 clients improve their performance by offering services and innovative solutions in order to ensure that their assets, products, infrastructure and processes meet standards and regulations in terms of quality, health and safety, environmental protection and social responsibility. For more information, visit www.bureauveritas.com and follow the company on Twitter and LinkedIn.
Rui Fernandes Teixeira, Vice President Sales & Marketing Asia Pacific and Middle East, Bureau Veritas
How has the EIC helped you through the years? Any interesting stories to tell?
The Energy Industries Council (EIC) provides one of the most comprehensive sources of energy projects and business intelligence in the energy sector today. CCi is one of the leading global consultancies of delay, quantum, technical and project management experts, advising the insurance and construction industries in the energy sector. CCi has partnered with EIC to not only gain the latest market intelligence but also to provide its members with advice and feedback on the current risks and challenges within the energy industry.
The roundtables and advisory groups of the EIC, on which CCi sits, have helped it understand the risks and challenges the supply chain faces, provide feedback on such risks and challenges and develop key partners in the energy sector.
What are the synergies between CCi and the EIC?
CCi and EIC are both involved in the energy industry. One of EIC’s objectives is to be the voice of the energy supply chain globally, working closely with key energy stakeholders and governments to encourage policies that meet energy supply chain needs.
CCi’s existing client base not only includes members of the energy supply chain but also key energy stakeholders. CCi is well placed to assist the EIC with providing the current risks and challenges the energy supply chain is facing on a global scale to the key energy stakeholders and governments.
Where would you like to see CCi and the EIC in the next 80 years?
CCi would like to continue its partnership with EIC, have more input into the business intelligence content and assist its members with managing the current risks and challenges in the energy industry.
About CCi
CCi is an independent consultancy that has an international reputation for expertise in both the insurance and construction industries. Its delay, quantum and technical experts bring clarity and resolution to some of the world’s largest and most complex insurance and construction claims. With a dedicated team of industry experts, operating from multiple offices around the world, CCi is focused on building long-term relationships with stakeholders to provide the relevant support to meet their changing business needs – day by day, claim by claim, project by project, delivering professional and innovative services, efficiently and quickly to bring clarity and resolution to the most complex of situations.
CCi provides an integrated service of the three core skill sets – delay, quantum and technical. It considers that the integrated knowledge generated from these three disciplines is essential in delivering complete and dependable advice to its clients – a value-added, technically based response to claims that is relevant to the specific industry, providing greater certainty and superior customer service. Incorporating years of experience in the insurance sector with industry knowledge, CCi creates a truly unique and unrivalled service to the global insurance markets.
Why did you become an EIC member? How has your experience been so far?
Competas became an active member of the EIC following an invitation from an EIC member to attend the awards ceremony in London in October 2022. I had seen over the years how the EIC had formed strong partnerships with leading names in the energy industry and so I considered membership vital to supporting the growth of Competas.
Although it’s early stages for us, our engagement with the EIC has been very positive. The EIC team has been accessible and easy to engage. The media desk has assisted with publications and networking events which has been very useful. With access to EICDataStream, our aim is to utilise this tool to identify, track and focus on planned and current projects within the energy sector.
What are the synergies between Competas and the EIC?
The principal synergy is that we both operate in the same key sectors. We speak to the same people who help us share industry expertise, resources and technological challenges. We share the same values in terms of safety, integrity, innovation and growth. The level of contact the EIC has globally is where we see real value to us and the EIC members in terms of our offering and assisting companies with their challenges relating to the recruitment of technical personnel.
Where would you like to see Competas and the EIC in the next 80 years?
It is difficult to imagine how we will look in 80 years. Global energy demand is increasing while there is a requirement to transition into greener forms of energy production. The ongoing challenge is to ensure there are sufficient technical personnel with the required competencies to support and maintain energy projects and facilities across the globe. I see Competas and the EIC playing a key role in the safety and growth of the energy sector. Talent management will become a key success factor and a pivotal role in the sustainability of the industry. Competency assessments are becoming a go-to tool as more businesses recognise its ability to help make better hiring decisions and building high performing teams.
About Competas Global Ltd
Competas delivers talent management solutions for technical personnel in the energy sector.
With its roots in the energy sector, Competas was founded to drastically improve the search and selection of technical personnel. The Competas competency assessment consists of a rigorous safety and technical assessment, and an additional psychometric evaluation. Assessments are undertaken securely, remotely and in under four hours.
The Competas Passport provides a digital blueprint of an individual’s safety and technical competencies together with their personality profile. Employers, recruiters, EPCs can then search for the most suitable candidates based on their skills and attitude, all anonymously and unbiased, ensuring the creation of a happy, efficient and safe workforce.
The EIC has always been a good partner in the energy industries to go to. There to support companies from around the globe like ourselves, connecting business and giving exposure to projects. Over the years the EIC has managed and set up events across the world, a lot of these Deepsea Technologies has attended or been a part of. The EIC I feel really gets to the fine details of an event, making sure all companies participating are looked after and given the best information. All the EIC staff are just great knowable, approachable people.
EICDataStream is always a key point for me and the company. Giving updates on projects and the awards is critical information to me. Others have access to this also however, it’s what you choose to do with that information that can change things in your business and win the work.
What are the synergies between Deepsea Technologies and the EIC?
We are the perfect company to be with the EIC as many are, the information they can give is where the synergies are. The EIC support us as we as clients need to support the EIC going forward, we need each other.
I would like to see both companies growing, which I’m sure they will. We have as many locations around the world as the EIC do at this current time. It would be good to have double the locations within the next 20 years e.g. Norway. Maybe it won’t be all in the same industries as we currently work in, I hope we all work in some form of cleaner industry, making the world a better place for all. I am sure both companies will still be going strong in another 80 years.
Deepsea Technologies’ mission has always been to deliver solutions, service and operational safety that drive the development of technologies for subsea systems in the energy industry.
With multiple production and manufacturing facilities across the world, Deepsea Technologies provides both diver-less and diver assisted engineered technologies for the energy sector. These technologies are bespoke designed, built and installed by Deepsea UK’s team in some of the harshest offshore environments. The company has over 30 years of experience in the design and delivery of pressure containing equipment, compact flanges, hot stabs, PLEM’s, subsea manifolds, bend stiffener connectors and ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) tooling. This includes well established products such and Taper-Lok® flanges and Retlock® diverless connection systems.
How has the EIC helped you through the years? Any interesting stories to tell?
Over the years, EIC has been vital in providing the big picture view on a global basis but also highlighting trends at their infancy. There are so many trends which were brought to our attention during EIC market updates or sector specific sessions which gave us the initial introduction but also the ongoing developments in these areas over the years. The energy transition and ESG are both concepts which were highlighted during these sessions way before anyone was talking about them in the mainstream.
EIC webinars also played a vital part in providing us an essential connection to our key segments and played a significant part in providing project and market intelligence which enabled Halton’s leadership team to be able to better adapt and react to the fast changing market environment since the chain of events we have all been experiencing since 2019.
We have also brought EIC together with our customers and different stake holders. Where EIC has provided market data and foresights and we have been able to collaborate directly with our customers creating common understanding of potential future needs and focus.
What are the synergies between your company and the EIC?
The EIC and Halton have significant synergies particularly in the offshore energy and heavy industry segments. Much of our focus toward strategic planning is based on the similar areas that EIC has been focusing on. Recently, the focus on sustainability, the energy transition and ESG have been priorities for both organisations, as well as both of us looking to support our clients to make these transitions in the best way possible.
EIC and Halton also share a joint interest in bringing like minded organisations and people together to find collaborative new opportunities to solve the immense challenges we face, particularly in the energy space. Where would you like to see your company and the EIC in the next 80 years?
It would be fantastic for Halton and EIC to continue this amazing relationship for the next 80 years in the same collaborative spirit that these recent years have been. The search for sustainable solutions to ensuring wellbeing to our clients is something that would still be very relevant 80 years from now. We envisage a future which might enable EIC data to be ‘live’ in our strategy and operative tools with the help of AI.
About Halton
Halton Group is a family-owned, global technology leader in indoor air solutions for demanding spaces. Halton’s mission is to enable people’s wellbeing in these environments.
The company designs, manufactures and delivers indoor environment solutions for: commercial and public buildings; healthcare institutions and laboratories; professional kitchens and restaurants; energy production and heavy industry environments and marine vessels.
Halton works in close co-operation with its customers and partners to meet their special needs and even exceed expectations. It enables safe, comfortable and productive indoor environments that are energyefficient and comply with sustainable principles.
How has the EIC helped you through the years? Any interesting stories to tell?
With EIC’s help, we were able to: form strong relationships, learn from and network with other energy professionals across the globe; publish articles, have representation on the EIC board and become a voice and thought leader for the energy supply chain; raise our company profile and create a profitable business from scratch!
As with any membership, we realised very quickly that we needed to be active in making the most of these benefits if we were going to make it through our startup phase. So, we are doing exactly that. Over the years, we actively used the databases such as EICDataStream and EICSupplyMap to help us collate information quickly saving us a huge amount of manhours in research. We sought support from EIC directors and colleagues across the globe. We also attended events such as the Energy Exports Conference in Aberdeen which brought a fantastic range of people from across the supply chain together in one event.
The EIC has something to offer all sizes of businesses from start-up to large corporations and across the entire supply chain – we were very excited to see membership cover major operators including Shell, ADNOC and ExxonMobil LNG.
What are the synergies between Kuzuko Group and the EIC?
As a technical consultancy consisting of a highly qualified and enthusiastic team, we are able to work with the EIC and its members, to help solve cyber security and technology issues and raise the importance of intentional and timely professional development and business development for all involved.
We understand that if we’re truly going to have a positive impact in the world, then we need to work with trade associates like the EIC to communicate clearly and simply to leaders across the globe. We can simplify our complex technical knowledge and understanding and channel this through the EIC to help leaders make informed professional and business decisions. This will help keep EIC members and the wider community informed, stay relevant and be prepared for issues including skills shortages and cyber-attacks.
Where would you like to see Kuzuko Group and the EIC in the next 80 years?
We look forward to seeing the growth of both Kuzuko Group and the EIC with even more influential networks and interesting opportunities globally. We have enjoyed seeing and supporting the diversification of the EIC over the years and its members and we look forward to seeing how both organisations evolve over years to come. As a diverse team ourselves, it is clear to us that future generations will become even more diverse, and we hope that they will know that they have EIC’s support to work through challenges and remain ahead of the game in competitive environments.
About Kuzuko Group
Kuzuko Group is a customer-centric coaching and consulting company specialising in professional development, business development and information technology solutions. Kuzuko Group’s mission is to raise the standards, awareness and availability of bespoke services. At Kuzuko Group, a team of highly qualified and multi-sectorial experienced coaches, consultants and associates, believes that all development; professional, business and IT, begins with understanding where you are in relation to where you hope to be and holding your hand each step of the way.
How has the EIC helped you through the years? Any interesting stories to tell?
Lutz Liebers, COO, Process Automation said: Large energy projects involve multiple end users, EPC contractors, package vendors and sub-contractors around the globe. These projects are highly complex in their nature and require detailed focused coordination across our whole organisation. The EIC database provides up to date project intelligence to Pepperl+Fuchs’ dedicated Global Project Pursuit (GPP) team, which allows the team to create sales and support strategies to cover the key decision makers to maximise our success on each project. Each project is summarised within our customer relations management process, and provides our executive team with a complete overview of key global projects underway.
What are the synergies between Pepperl+Fuchs and the EIC?
Shane Parr, Executive Vice President Asia, Process Automation said: The EIC’s DataStream classification between upstream, midstream and downstream enables Pepperl+Fuchs to engage the key stakeholders on specific projects geographically located around the world.
Project information is important in the early FEED stage, which provides insight and advanced project funnels, which allows our company to focus our resources. Furthermore, the EIC database gathers intelligence from emerging new markets like hydrogen production and the carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS) market segments, assisting Pepperl+Fuchs to pursue these new market opportunities.
Where would you like to see your company and the EIC in the next 80 years?
We hope to see the EIC continue to provide its bespoke energy market intelligence which aligns to Pepperl+Fuchs project pursuit strategies.
As one of the leading companies in the automation industry, Pepperl+Fuchs is known as a global pioneer in its markets due to its development of groundbreaking technologies. For conventional and future applications, the Mannheimbased company offers a comprehensive portfolio for factory automation and the process industry. At the same time, Pepperl+Fuchs continues to drive forward-looking technologies, thus paving the way for its customers to meet the upcoming challenges of Industry 4.0.
How has the EIC helped you through the years? Any interesting stories to tell?
The EIC has been a great support to our business in entering new markets. The delegations to Africa have unearthed countless opportunities for the supply of fabricated structural steel. In existing markets Unger has attended the social networking events across the GCC region and the annual golf day in Dubai has offered us a platform for sponsorship and to interact with piers within the energy markets. Unger recently moved into the North American market using the EIC CONNECT event to showcase our capabilities with one of the sponsorship packages. Unger has also established a virtual office within EIC Houston giving us a physical address and contact line. This allowed Unger to advertise a presence in the market and allow domestic clients the opportunity to contact Unger to discuss construction requirements.
What are the synergies between Unger Steel and the EIC?
Unger Steel Middle East and the EIC are both energy focused businesses. Our fabrication facility in the UAE currently targets mostly oil and gas projects and the EIC enhances our ability to do this through market intelligence reporting and EICDataStream. Business relationships are key in developing our business and the EIC is all about bringing these key stakeholders together.
Where would you like to see Unger Steel and the EIC in the next 80 years?
Both businesses still at the forefront of global energy markets. The transition to renewable markets is already progressing and with the finite oil and gas reserves, I would see both Unger Steel and the EIC spearheading this transition. Unger through designing and constructing new energy projects and the EIC in supporting the education associated to this change through news and events.
Unger Steel Middle East is part of the Unger Steel Group headquartered in Oberwart, Austria. Strategically located in Hamriyah Freezone in the United Arab Emirates, the Middle East business unit competitively engineers, fabricates and ships 40,000 tons of steel structures to multiple global energy projects a year.
With a particular focus on onshore pipe rack and plant structures for the LNG and oil sectors across North America. With over 70 years’ experience in steel fabrication, the Unger Steel Group prides itself on supplying a quality product, on time and from a safe working environment.
How has the EIC helped you through the years?
Any interesting stories to tell?
The energy transition has seen our core business transform into a role of leader within industry decarbonisation. Wärtsilä is active in the energy, marine and offshore energy sectors, and our customers are looking towards us for solutions to keep their assets compliant with the standards, and targets, set within each discrete sector. They also need to strike a balance between being environmentally efficient and commercially viable. We have committed considerable resources into our R&D effort to adapt some of our products to run safely, reliably and efficiently on the new future fuels under consideration. Digital enablers, and other energy efficient products also help our customers. The EIC has afforded us many platforms at events and publications which allows us to inform industry of our advances and achievements in the journey towards net zero. We have also had EIC team members support our webinars during the times when face to face travel was restricted. This added a new dimension to our webinars which our audience really appreciated, as the EIC team members are always informative, articulate, highly respected and good company.
What are the synergies between Wärtsilä and the EIC?
Like the EIC, Wärtsilä is a global entity, operating in 79 countries across the globe. We rely on high quality market intelligence to ensure that we can anticipate our customers future needs; we also need to have access to high calibre conferences, seminars and similar external exchanges of knowledge transfer and networking opportunities to inform our customers and industry of our latest developments. The EIC helps provide these via the various global events which are scheduled to allow an efficient exchange of knowledge, a clear understanding of local opportunities, legislation and promotional services.
Also, we have benefitted from the inclusion of articles, in various publications, produced by the EIC. The EICDataStream resource allows us to track projects from inception through to completion and contains valuable insight into each project. Taking all of the above into account, our lives in business development are made much easier with our EIC membership and active involvement.
Where would you like to see Wärtsilä and the EIC in the next 80 years?
With advances in digitalisation, artificial intelligence, machine learning and autonomous operations, we would see the supply chain logistics process become fully automated. When equipment reaches a set criteria, it calls-off its own requirements with a fully integrated ERP system, without the need for human interface. The relationship would move from the role of supplier to an integrated business partner, thereby allowing the customer to focus on their core business. Suppliers could then be reimbursed through performance-based agreements, or similar incentives, which deliver upon the correct KPI’s and behaviours. About Wärtsilä
Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. It emphasises innovation in sustainable technology and services to help its customers continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. The company’s dedicated and passionate team of 17,500 professionals in more than 240 locations in 79 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. In 2022, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR5.8bn (US$6.1bn). Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.
Operator: Engie
Value: US$630m
The development of a 870MW photovoltaic plant in the municipality of Assú, Rio Grande do Norte state, is due to start up in 2025. Engie has approved a US$630m investment for the project.
For more information on these and the 12,500 other current and future projects we are tracking please visit EICDataStream
Operator: Ørsted
Value: US$800m
Ørsted anticipates achieving a final investment decision (FID) on the project in 2023, as scheduled. This will advance the project into the construction phase and prepare it ready for commissioning. The wind farm will begin operations in 2025 and be fully commissioned in 2026.
NORWAY
Operator: Equinor
Value: US$880m
Aibel has secured an EPCI contract worth US$793m, contingent on government approval, which includes the installation of two new processing modules associated with the onshore compression and electrification of the Melkoya plant.
Operator: Omnia
Value: US$750m
PNE and Omnia have signed a MoU for the production of green hydrogen and ammonia in South Africa. The aim is to produce 100,000 tpa of ammonia, which would result in the reduction of CO2 emissions by 180,000 tpa.
UAE
Operator: ADNOC
Value: US$15bn
NPCC, in joint venture with Saipem and CPECC, has been awarded a contract by ADNOC for early engineering and procurement work (PCSA) on the offshore facilities of the project. The contract is worth around US$60m and will also include preparing an estimate for the full project delivery scope.
Operator: Diamond Green Diesel LLC
Value: US$315m
Diamond Green Diesel LLC, a joint venture between Darling Ingredients Inc and Valero Energy Corporation, has finalised an FID to move forward with plans to convert half of the 470m gpy of renewable diesel production from their DGD Port Arthur plant to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
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SupplyMap
The EIC is delighted to announce that it has now added coverage of a further 45 countries across the Americas to our OPEX database EICAssetMap. The latest release of data highlights the companies working on 19,500 in production assets in the region. Globally the database now maps over 40,000 operational assets across the energy sectors.
Countries include: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curacao, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Greenland, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Saint Lucia, St Kitts & Nevis, St Martin (Fr), St Martin (Ned), Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos, Uruguay, USA, Venezuela, Virgin Islands (UK), Virgin Islands (US).
www.the-eic.com/MarketIntelligence/EICAssetMap
As part of its commitment to best-in-class technologies and reducing its environmental impact, Renaissance Services will partner with SOURCE Global, PBC to generate sustainably sourced drinking water for Renaissance Village Duqm (RSVD) in Oman’s Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD), with plans to expand to additional sites.
Renaissance is Oman’s leading accommodation, services solutions and integrated facility management company, with a growing presence in UAE and Qatar.
Adjacent to RSVD, the company will install SOURCE® Hydropanels, a patented technology that uses only the sun to harvest water from an entirely new and endlessly replenished resource – pure water vapour in the air –creating the first ‘water farm’ in Oman.
The project will create a sustainable source of clean, safe and high-quality drinking water made locally in Oman and served in reusable glass bottles for the workforce staying in the world-class, 18,800+ bed RSVD, which is Oman’s largest International Labour Organization-compliant accommodation facility.
Robert Bartrop, CRO, SOURCE Global, PBC, said:
“Our Hydropanel technology is 100% off-grid and offers industry leaders like Renaissance Services the opportunity to hydrate their workforce in a renewable, premium and sustainable way.
“We can produce high-quality drinking water even in dry and remote places and virtually anywhere on earth. We’re proud to work with Renaissance Services in support of their commitment to a greener future.”
A Public Benefit Corporation, SOURCE Global, PBC’s mission is to make drinking water an unlimited resource. The company’s SOURCE® Hydropanels create drinking water using sunlight and air as the only inputs, and can put the power of safe, sustainable drinking water in the hands of every person in nearly every climate and corner of the world.
SOURCE is on Fast Company’s 2020 list of most innovative socially good companies. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, the company is, and operates in 52 countries and on six continents. SOURCE is a registered trademark of SOURCE Global, PBC. For more information, visit SOURCE’s website and follow the company on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram. Visit www.source.co
to produce world’s first renewable water made from sunlight and air© 2023 SOURCE Global, PBC
The TXpert Hub, powered by the latest CoreTec technology, has been built from the ground up to ease transformer digitalisation, focusing on: incorporating the operative experience from users of earlier versions of the system; the application of the latest technologies in communications and cyber security; and readiness for off-the-shelf retrofits.
TXpert upgrades and enhances the transformers to connect and integrate all the relevant data across many devices to deliver tangible impact and to make digital real. It makes the digitalisation of transformers easier, more effective and secure. Whatever the type of transformer it may be – old, new, dry or liquid-filled, transmission or distribution – the TXpert ecosystem would be applicable to it. With its solid grounding built on the knowledge and intelligence of manufacturing and servicing thousands of transformers, the TXpert ecosystem delivers actionable, data-driven insights with a real impact on reducing costs, optimising operations, extending life expectancy, thereby further enhancing its environmental performance.
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. It serves customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, Hitachi Energy pioneers technologies and enables the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future.
Hitachi Energy is advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible and secure while balancing social, environmental and economic value.
Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the company employs around 40,000 people in 90 countries and generates business volumes of approximately US$10 billion.
Visit www.hitachienergy.com
CEVA 4, Unit 2A, Jebel Ali Extension JAFZ
Dubai United Arab Emirates
Contact Daniel Staples, Head of Project Logistics Middle East & Africa
Telephone +9714 814 4800
Email daniel.staples@cevalogistics.com
Web www.cevalogistics.com
CEVA is a leading global logistics company and part of the CMACGM Group. CEVA’s global project logistics organisation plans, engineers and executes highly specialised, turnkey freight forwarding solutions for the energy industry.
Av. Presidente Wilson, No 231 16o Floor Sl 1602 Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
CEP 20.030-905
Contact Hannah Mignon Tauil, Marketing Co-ordinator
Telephone +55 21 3970 8900
Email hannah.mignon@forship.com
Web www.forship.com
Forship Group offers integrated solutions and specialised engineering services to industrial plants in the oil and gas, petrochemical, shipbuilding, energy, mining, infrastructure, agribusiness, biofuel and industry sectors.
From its roots in Brazil, the Group has subsidiaries strategically located in Europe, Africa and Asia, which allows it to serve global clients and carry out projects on five continents. The Forship Group also stands out for the development and implementation of state-of-the-art technological methods and tools, such as HMSWeb, an IT tool used to improve the management capacity and the execution of all the field activities involved in a project.
With a diversified portfolio, Forship offers a differentiated range of services: commissioning; operation and maintenance and modifications; consulting; construction and assembly; Brazilian regulatory compliance and HMSWeb licensing.
R. Tiboim, 740 Braz de Pina Rio de Janeiro
Brazil 21011-650
Contact Paulo Raña, Managing Director
Telephone +55 21 2675 6000
Email paulo.rana@geldbach.com.br
Web www.geldbach.com.br
Geldbach stands for tradition and quality whose history begins as early as 1903 with the foundation of a pressing and punching plant.
The company specialises in the manufacture of flanges and fittings according to a wide range of standards, but also specific customer requirements. High quality standards distinguish the products.
Geldbach offers its customers a wide range of products, a pronounced service orientation and comprehensive know-how based on the proven interaction of tradition and innovative further development. The company is networked within the Geldbach Group with its more than 30 subsidiaries.
Commerce Street
Carrs Industrial Estate
Haslingden
BB4 5JT
Contact Ross Taylor, Technical Sales Engineer
Telephone
+44 (0)1706 244 890
Email r.taylor@mctbrattberg.co.uk
Web www.mctbrattberg.com
The original multi cable and pipe transit. Playing a vital role, transits may be regarded as minor components of a ship, an offshore oil platform, a windfarm offshore substation, a power plant or other installation. They play a vital role in safety, protecting people, environment, assets and the continuity of operations from fire, gas, water, EMC, explosion and other hazardous situations.
MCT Brattberg certified cables and pipe transits have become an industry standard because of the company’s high performance and safety features. Its passive safety products have been protecting people and the environment since 1954.
19 Abercrombie Court
Arnhall Business Park Prospect Road
Westhill
Aberdeenshire AB32 6FE
Contact Benoit Lamoussiere, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and Chemical Business Development Director
Email blamoussiere@ponticelli.com
Web www.ponticelli.com
The Ponticelli Group’s trades and know-how are centred around three main skills which cover the life cycle of industrial facilities and large infrastructures: engineering, construction and maintenance. Skilled in a whole range of mechanical and electrical disciplines the company is able to undertake, as a general contractor, construction (grass roots and revamping/hook-up) and maintenance (routine contracts and large shutdown works) of full installations for the oil and gas sector, the energy production industries (conventional and renewable, wind and PV) and other process industries.
The company operates in the UK from Aberdeen and on an EMEA basis through an organisation
Al Muhairi Center, 13th floor Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
Contact Hessa Abdulla, Corporate Relations Manager
Telephone +9714 405 4400
Email hessa.abdulla@shell.com
Web www.shell.com
www.shell.ae
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with more than 80,000 employees in more than 70 countries. It uses advanced technologies and takes an innovative approach to help build a sustainable energy future.
Shell has a continuing strong presence across the Middle East. Shell is very proud to have played a role in developing Abu Dhabi’s oil and gas resources since 1939, through the emirate’s first major oil concession.
DIFC
Index Tower
West Entrance
Level 26
Dxb
UAE
Contact Carole Akl, Manager, International Marketing Communications
Telephone +971 55 33 64660
Email carole.akl@source.co
Web www.source.co
SOURCE Global is the world’s first renewable drinking water system.
SOURCE Hydropanel produces clean, safe, non-extractable water made entirely off-grid, almost anywhere in the world. Available on six continents, in more than 52 countries, with offices in Dubai.
SOURCE® Hydropanels –a sustainable water technology that uses the power of the sun to extract an endless volume of reliable drinking water from the air. The company goes above and beyond the global standard for potable water, using breakthrough technology to make clean, mineralised water that’s safe and calibrated for taste.
Parry House
Birchwood Boulevard Warrington
WA3 7QU
Contact Emma McKie, Marketing Executive
Telephone +44 (0)161 507 8370
Email emma.mckie@firstrg.com
Web www.talascendint.com
Talascend International is an established recruitment agency with offices in the UK and Abu Dhabi, with additional strategic partners in over 40 countries.
Its expert recruitment consultants have been working closely with clients to build both contract and permanent workforces for over 20 years. The company has been operating in the Middle East since 2009, placing over 600 technical specialists across the energy, agrifarming, construction, transportation and technology market sectors.
Talascend International joined forces with technical recruitment agency, First Recruitment Group, in 2018, offering an increase in resources, compliance and stability. Both businesses share many similarities, importantly when looking at internal values and vision.
1-7 Commercial Road
Paddock Wood
Tonbridge
TN12 6EN
United Kingdom
Contact Martin Jones, National Business Development Manager
Telephone +44 (0)1732 744 400
Email mjones@tglobal.com
Web www.tglobal.com
The Trans Global Projects Group (TGP) is one of the world’s leading providers of project logistics management. With offices across six continents, its global presence and local knowledge puts it in a unique position to offer tailor-made solutions for your project, your business and your industry.
TGP crosses markets, time zones and continents to deliver integrated end-to-end solutions across a broad range of industry sectors.
International subsea rental equipment and solutions specialist Ashtead Technology has signed a multi-year rental agreement with Maritime Robotics, a leading provider of unmanned technology solutions.
Under the terms of the agreement, Ashtead Technology will be a rental partner for Maritime Robotic’s Otter Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) for high-quality maritime data acquisition.
The Otter is the smallest member of Maritime Robotic’s USV family with a footprint of only 200x108x81.5cm and a weight of 55kg. The Otter’s robust catamaran design and the tightly integrated survey sensors makes this system a cost-effective, turn-key solution for bathymetric surveys in sheltered waters.
Ashtead Technology is a leading provider of equipment rental solutions, advanced underwater technologies and support services to the global offshore energy sector.
For more information: www.ashtead-technology.com
For more than 30 years, RJ Webb Commercials has specialised in the complete repair and restoration of vehicles. To prepare any vehicle properly for restoring to its former glory, the Welsh company is conducting shotblasting work to clean, descale and properly prepare the surface for the restoration, ensuring the best possible finish.
RJ Webb Commercials is an established expert in shot blasting metalwork, and for many years the company has undertaken projects for cars, trucks and other much larger structures. The shot blasting process is used for cleaning, de-scaling and preparing the metal surface for respraying, ensuring that the refurbishment results are an ‘as new’ finish, even when working with the most difficult of surfaces.
For delivering the best results, the company is relying on an Atlas Copco sustainable electric E-Air H250 VSD compressor, which produces zero emissions and moreover reduces their costs. Immediately, they were delighted to witness their costs going down.
Since the application of the electric compressor into their operations, RJ Webb Commercials has calculated fuel savings of more than €5,000 (£4,470) per year. Further to this, following on from the changes in red diesel, the requirement to purchase diesel has been negated due to the use of the E-Air meeting (and exceeding) all the company’s demands.
With the help of the E-Air, the company has been able to navigate the ever-shifting price changes in the diesel market, while hiking down their carbon footprint to further portray their dedication to achieving netzero emissions – without having to compensate on quality.
With the facility of Atlas Copco’s PACE technology, RJ Webb Commercials’ team can also take control of the compressor’s pressure and flow into their own hands. The innovative technology takes versatility to the next level by allowing the user to define their pressure while the machine regulates the flow; meaning one machine can handle the job of three fixed-pressure machines. This has resulted in further savings due to the ability to reduce the air pressure that is required at one time. i
For more information: www.atlascopco.com
Callum Duguid and Iain Swinburne became EnerMech’s first employees to successfully complete a four-year graduate apprenticeship programme through Aberdeen’s Robert Gordon University (RGU).
The duo, who both achieved a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree in business administration, attended RGU’s graduation ceremony at P&J Live at the end of last year, where they received their certificates.
As one of the first companies in Scotland to support graduate-level apprenticeships, EnerMech introduced the personal development opportunity to its employees in 2018.
The Skills Development Scotland programme, developed specifically to support the energy industry, uses a blended learning approach which allows students to apply their theoretical learnings to their practical, on-the-job work.
Callum began working at EnerMech in 2013 after completing a modern apprenticeship as an electrical technician the year before. Starting his career with the business as an offshore electrician, he progressed into a contract support engineering role before beginning the new challenge of his undergraduate degree.
The RGU syllabus and on-thejob learning have provided a great springboard for our employees’ careers by helping to deepen their competencies and capabilities.
Christian Brown, CEO, EnerMechIain, a project accountant, has worked in financial services for more than 30 years. Having moved into the energy sector in 2013, he joined EnerMech as a lead management consultant in 2015. Iain had achieved a HNC in accounting when he left school but had never considered pursuing higher education until EnerMech approached him with the opportunity.
EnerMech has a long-standing alliance with RGU, having initially partnered with the university in 2014 to create a bespoke 12 month project management course for its engineers. There are currently 10 students at different stages on the RGU graduate apprenticeship programme, with ongoing plans to continue supporting more personnel to enter the scheme. Seven mentors from across EnerMech are also dedicated to assisting their colleagues throughout the four years of training.
EnerMech provides specialist integrated mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and integrity services to the international energy and infrastructure sectors, from pre-commissioning through operations and maintenance and late-life support/decommissioning. The business is focused on offering a safer, more customer-focused, responsive service at lower cost while delivering a much greater level of engineering and technical support than competitors can offer.
Over the years Fluorocarbon has developed numerous testing stations for investigating friction and wear at different loads, temperature and exposure to environment factors for bearings manufactured using its Fluorinoid® materials.
This allows the company to develop and test new materials with different designs so that it can see potential problems, but more importantly, it allows Fluorocarbon to test batch materials for a specific production order and if required, have those tests witnessed by a third party.
To support customer production orders or just technical queries, Fluorocarbon has a range of analytical equipment like tensile testing, dynamic mechanical analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, hardness and specific gravity so that properties of materials can be investigated to ensure that the chosen Fluorinoid® material is suitable for the required application.
Fluoroglide® skidway plates in combination with Fluoroslip® lubricating systems are used in many construction yards throughout the world to assist in skidding oil jackets, modules and heavy structures up to 35,000 tonne.
A typical Fluoroglide® skidway plate comprises of 2.5mm Fluorinoid® PTFE hot bonded to a 3mm carbon steel plate with a 25mm welding lip, for onsite tack welding without damage to the PTFE.
Typical friction values are 5-12% for static breakout and 1-5% for dynamic skidding. These values are dependent upon the surface finish of the timber skid shoe, flatness of the installed skidway plates and the use of Fluoroslip®
Fluoroslip® FL414 also helps with uneven loading issues and the construction yard debris that may show during the skidding process.
Hitachi Energy, a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all, has won two major orders from Equinor and Polenergia to provide an AC grid connection and power quality solution for their jointly owned MFW Baltyk II and MFW Baltyk III offshore wind farms, with a combined generating capacity of 1,440MW in the Polish sector of the Baltic Sea.
Hitachi Energy will provide each of the two wind farms with an offshore grid connection that will receive the power from the wind turbines and transfer it to shore, a mainland grid connection that will transmit the power into the national transmission system, and a STATCOM power quality solution to ensure that power flows reliably and stably at optimal capacity and at all times, despite the often high variability of wind power.
MFW Baltyk II and MFW Baltyk III are pending a final investment decision in 2024, and are scheduled to deliver first power in 2027. They will be one of the first offshore wind farms in Poland and part of the country’s ambitious programme to develop its offshore wind potential and increase the use of renewables in its electricity mix, which historically is dominated by coal. The government aims to have around 11GW of offshore wind capacity either operational or under development by 2027.
Hitachi Energy was selected in a competitive procurement process on the strength of its front-end engineering and design (FEED) studies and optimised solutions, its long track record of project execution excellence, and its close working relationships over many decades with Equinor and PSE (Poland’s transmission system operator) and, most recently, Polenergia.
For more information: www.hitachienergy.com
Integrating large-scale renewable energy sources with the power grid is a key enabler of the energy transition and a field in which we have been a pioneer for decades.
Howden, a global leader in hydrogen compression solutions, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hydrexia, a market leader in hydrogen refuelling stations (HRS) system design.
Howden and Hydrexia have signed a co-operation agreement focused on streamlining mobility applications, specifically hydrogen refuelling stations. Under the agreement, Howden and Hydrexia will combine their expertise to deliver complete refuelling stations solutions with a modularisation concept bringing cost and lead-time efficiencies for their customers in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.
Howden’s hydrogen solutions portfolio includes leading compression technologies, which continue to be at the forefront for over a century, across the value chain. Supported by a global network of product experts, Howden’s regional presence and service capabilities in Australia and South East Asia provides on the ground support and insight to address local challenges.
Hydrexia is the international business of China’s Hyfun (Hydrexia China), which has collectively delivered 58 HRS projects in China and South East Asia since 2016. The company offers standard station designs at 500, 1,000 and 2,000kg per day with high-speed fuelling at both 350 and 700 bar, and customised solutions at any scale. All stations and systems are designed and manufactured in-house using leading componentry and manufacturing techniques. Flagship projects include decarbonising the Shanghai-Pudong freight corridor supplying 300 hydrogen fuel cell logistics trucks for DHL China, and also the world’s largest hydrogen refuelling station at 6,400kg per day in Hebei, China.
Howden has delivered reliable compression solutions to a range of highly diversified end-markets and geographies. Developing innovative solutions for its customers, Howden optimises the availability, reliability and installation footprint to reduce the total cost of ownership of customers’ operations.
Mott MacDonald has been appointed to carry out detailed design of the highpressure hydrogen network for the UK’s first proposed hydrogen village in Redcar, on the east coast of England.
Northern Gas Networks, which transports gas across the north east, northern Cumbria and much of Yorkshire, unveiled in May 2022 a proposal that would see the gas supply for around 2,000 homes and businesses switched from natural gas to low-carbon hydrogen in 2025.
The energy networks team at Mott MacDonald will design the high-pressure hydrogen pipelines, above-ground storage and pressure reduction site for the scheme.
The firm is also designing the aboveground process facility that will inject hydrogen into a local salt cavity to provide long-term seasonal storage and security of supply.
Redcar sits within the east coast industrial cluster and close to established energy infrastructure, including hydrogen production and storage facilities.
The proposal would see Redcar become self-sufficient, generating its own hydrogen from renewable sources.
Hydrogen must be a part of the future energy mix if the UK is to meet its net-zero objectives and we’re proud to be involved in such a pioneering project. We must act now and this can’t be done without decarbonising our heat network.
David Fulton, Project Manager and Pipeline Portfolio Lead, Mott MacDonaldThis is the latest in a series of projects Mott MacDonald is undertaking in and around the east coast industrial cluster. It was announced earlier last year that the firm would be working on onshore elements of the Northern Endurance Partnership and Net Zero Teesside carbon capture and storage projects –one of the first carbon capture, usage and storage clusters in the UK.
For more information:
www.mottmac.com
NES Fircroft (NESF) has acquired Evolve Scientific Recruitment – a market leader in scientific and technical recruitment across Australia.
NES Fircroft provides a range of contract and permanent talent solutions to the life sciences, power, renewables, oil and gas, infrastructure, chemicals and mining sectors worldwide. NESF already has a significant presence in the life sciences market, following its acquisition of Redbock in 2018 and the exponential organic growth it has achieved since.
We welcome Evolve into the NES Fircroft team. We continue to look for strategic acquisitions that fit with our business ethos and it is clear that Evolve shares our ambitions to supply superior technical talent with people and compliance at its core. This acquisition hugely complements our activities in life sciences and expands our capabilities across an attractive growing market in APAC.
Matt Underhill, MD, NES FircroftNES Fircroft’s global reach combined with Evolve’s local scientific and technical recruitment expertise further strengthens NESF’s position as the partner of choice for scientific and technical employment solutions across APAC.
Due to the strong business and brand reputation Evolve holds, NES Fircroft has confirmed that there will be no immediate changes to operations. Both businesses will continue to operate without disruption to customers or contractors.
Leading cable and pipe seal manufacturer Roxtec UK has strengthened its infrastructure and industry team with the appointment of Gavin Pettifor as technical sales advisor.
He joins Greater Manchesterbased Roxtec UK after spending several years in a similar role in the construction materials sector.
In his new position with Roxtec he will deliver support to the division’s sales team and business development managers. Gavin’s role includes project mapping and research as well as identifying new business opportunities. His appointment comes as the international business is looking ahead to further growth in sectors ranging from rail infrastructure and pharma labs to factory automation.
Roxtec’s cable and pipe seals are found widely in a range of infrastructure and manufacturing industries, including civil construction, rolling stock, datacentres, water management, robotics and more. Its cable and pipe seals are used to protect people and assets from multiple hazards including fire, flooding, the risk of explosion and electromagnetic disturbances. Key benefits include durability, reliability and flexibility.
Roxtec cable entry seals are ideal for field-based terminal boxes, electric heat trace cabinets, remote I/O cabinets, DCS/PLC cabinets and other high cable density applications in harsh environments.
Roxtec entered the marketplace in 1990 and is now active in more than 80 markets worldwide. The British subsidiary of the £173m Swedish group has a turnover of more than £6m and a team of 20 based at its Waterfold Business Park head office in Bury.
Turner & Townsend, the global professional services business, has been appointed by TenneT to lead project management for the construction of SuedOstLink, the second largest link infrastructure project in Germany. Once completed, it will help transport electricity generated from renewable energy sources in the country’s northern and eastern regions to its south.
SuedOstLink will expand the country’s electricity network through a highvoltage direct current transmission line (HVDC).
TÜV Rheinland has signed an agreement to acquire ABB’s UK technical engineering consultancy, part of ABB’s Energy Industries division. TÜV Rheinland will integrate this part into its Industrial Services & Cybersecurity business in the UK. The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2023.
Turner & Townsend’s team of professionals will lead various aspects of the project management function during the SuedOstLink’s construction phase in Bavaria. It will be responsible for performance management and project control, document management, scheduling and control, risk management, quality management and claim prevention.
Turner & Townsend will be working closely with TenneT to plan, co-ordinate and control activity undertaken across the project’s supply chain, including planners, contractors and ancillary trades.
For more information:
www.turnerandtownsend.com
We want to use every opportunity to connect with our members, so please follow us on Twitter (@TheEICEnergy) and connect with us on LinkedIn –EIC (Energy Industries Council)
Below you’ll find a selection of some of the exciting EIC activities and useful industry information we’ve shared through our social media channels.
EICDataStream and EICAssetMap online training is free for EIC members. For more information on EIC membership and how to apply, follow the link bit.ly/3zoqNf0
The EIC’s first Global OPEX report, released last week, reveals that a total of 335 renewable and clean energy projects were commissioned in 2022. Please visit bit.ly/3ZlfPnq
ABB’s UK technical engineering consultancy including a network of subcontractors and associates has around 160 people operating from two main sites in the north of England. A specialist team of technical experts helps global energy customers improve process safety, equipment and asset integrity. The combined business will create a scalable, broad-based technical engineering provider delivering a fullservice offer to high hazard industries.
For more information: www.tuv.com
As we celebrate the EIC’s 80th anniversary, we invited the board of directors, member companies and the energy community to share their thoughts and reflections #EIC80Years
11 May Business Presentation
16 May Business Presentation
Opportunities with Brasken Rio de Janeiro
16 May EIC CONNECT
EIC CONNECT UAE
Radisson Blu Hotel, Abu Dhabi
16-17 May EIC CONNECT
North Sea Decarbonisation Conference
Marriott Hotel, Grosvenor Square, London
17 May Business Presentation
Meet the Energy Players in Thailand
Future Energy Asia 2023, Bangkok
The International Trade team manages UK and EIC pavilions at some of the world’s biggest energy shows throughout the year. Exhibiting within the pavilions offers companies an ease of participation, as well as a number of other benefits that can be particularly advantageous for companies trying to break into a new export market.
A fantastic position on the show floor, upgraded stand design, project management and additional networking opportunities are just some of the things that you can expect when joining the UK and EIC pavilions. See the listing below of the current 2023 events, along with a guide price to exhibit at each.
Please note the guide cost given is subject to change and VAT where applicable.
If you are interested in exhibiting as part of the UK or EIC pavilion or want to know more information about how the International Trade team can support your export goals, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Send an email to charmaine.thompson@the-eic.com to get the conversation started.
This April we are celebrating in style as we head to the Dorchester Hotel in London for the EIC’s big 80th birthday celebration. Come along and join us for a 1940’s themed cocktail reception on Thursday 20 April which promises to be a fantastic night celebrating the incredible journey of the EIC to date.
The Energy Industries Council started in London in 1943 with a meeting of leaders from just thirteen engineering businesses. Eighty years on we are a global company with over 800 companies in membership, delivering goods and services to the energy industries worldwide. We are incredibly proud of our achievements and significant contributions to the energy sector, but most of all we are excited about the future. We would love it if you could come along to celebrate with us. Details are on the EIC events page on the website.
Another not to be missed event is this year’s North Sea Decarbonisation Conference (NSDC) taking place next month. The EIC, along with our international partners, is delighted to be bringing you the third annual NSDC on 16 and 17 May 2023 in London.
The North Sea region, which is home to several European countries including the UK, the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Norway and Belgium, has set ambitious decarbonisation goals in line with the global efforts to address climate change. Each have different targets and strategies to reach decarbonisation, but overall, the goals include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing the use of renewable energy, and promoting sustainable economic growth.
Our two day conference will explore the North Sea’s journey, taking a closer look at a range of measures to reach set decarbonisation goals, including the development of offshore wind, electrifying the oil and gas sector, promoting CCUS, investing in new low-carbon technologies and much more.
Book your place today from £280 to avoid missing out on this fantastic two-day conference and networking, as we hear from some of the biggest players in the energy sector.
I am excited to announce that we will be putting our first member of staff outside of the UAE, and will have an operative in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as we seek to expand into that market. This is hopefully the first of many key announcements during our 80th anniversary year.
Ryan McPhersonAnother first is the launch of our inaugural EIC Connect Baku taking place on 30 May just before Baku Energy Week. We have had several meetings of the advisory committee; where in line with previous Connect events you can be sure of an impactful programme alongside plenty of networking opportunities. For the most up to date information please take a look at our website.
Just before this Connect UAE returns to Abu Dhabi on 16 May where we are delighted to have several registrations in place already. Once again we will be delivering project opportunities, contractor briefings and the ever popular one-to-one meetings with key companies in-country.
As EIC celebrates our 80th anniversary we will be hosting a black-tie event aboard the QE2 to honour this significant achievement. Please join us where there are sponsorship opportunities available for those wishing to gain extra exposure.
Following on from the success of our Business Opportunities Breakfast with McDermott, we are pleased to welcome Technip Energies in June. These events are always popular so be sure to book your place today.
Our Roundtable series is also back underway where we were delighted to be hosted by EIC member company bp last month as we discussed How Technology is Enabling the Energy Transition, with more to follow please drop me a line if you are interested in attending.
The 2023 EIC Annual Golf Day was once again a closely contested affair with close to 100 golfers taking part over the course of the day. Trans Asia Pipelines walked away with the coveted trophy for the first time.
Our annual Survive & Thrive publication has now reached a record number of entrants, where several of you across the region have had the pleasure of undertaking the interviews with me in recent weeks. I look forward to the publication in June 2023, followed by the EIC awards in September 2023. The latter of which will be just before ADIPEC 2023, which is taking place earlier this year from 2-5 October 2023 on account of COP28 occurring the following month.
Further afield the Energy Exports Conference returns to Aberdeen on 6-7 June. This event provides companies access to hundreds of contacts and enables businesses to learn about multiple new export opportunities. We already have Saudi Aramco confirmed to attend (who will also be delivering one-to-one meetings), with more expected to be announced by the time of my next update.
Ryan McPherson Regional Director, Middle East, Africa, Russia & CIS ryan.mcpherson@the-eic.com
The Emirates, which aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, is bullish about hydrogen and has been drawing up a comprehensive road map to position itself as an exporter of the clean fuel and tap into its future potential. It plans to use hydrogen for both domestic consumption and exports.
Please go to page 28 to see upcoming events around the world
In March 2023, EIC APAC hosted the Asia Pacific Energy Market Energiser event were EIC analysts delivered presentations on an APAC market overview, Philippines country overview and an introduction to SupplyMap Malaysia. Over 50 delegates were present including members and non-members from the energy fraternity. We were also honoured to have our CEO, Stuart Broadley grace the event. We also held our annual Iftar networking event on 30 March. This brought together close to 100 industry leaders from various energy sectors in Malaysia to connect, share ideas and make valuable connections over a delicious Iftar meal. The event was supported and sponsored by TNF Energy.
In addition, the Philippines Market Overview webinar was organised by EIC APAC for the benefit of our members and to launch the Philippines Country Report authored by Senior Energy Analyst (APAC) Hirzi Iskandar in March 2023. The webinar provided insights into the Philippines energy sector, including the latest projects and developments, and opportunities for supply chain companies. EIC APAC will be continuing our webinar series with over 10 planned webinars for the year. We will be organising a webinar on the solar sector this month and Opportunities in the Decarbonisation of the Energy Sectors in May.
EIC APAC’s upcoming events include the Hari Raya Open House on 10 May at a prestigious hotel within KL city centre, to conclude the period of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan for the Muslim community. Hari Raya Aidilfitri is regarded as a merry celebration among family and friends. EIC APAC is expecting close to 150 guests from the energy industry in the region. This event will be followed by the APAC Energy Conference and Exhibition on 11 May where attendees will have the opportunity to hear from NOCs, EPC contractors, developers and OEMs to learn about opportunities across the entire energy sector in the APAC region. This event will provide an opportunity for companies to exhibit while also providing updates on the current energy market with a focus on decarbonisation. We are also hosting a Meet the Energy Players session in Thailand, in conjunction with the Future Energy Asia Conference and Exhibition, 17-19 May in Bangkok. EIC APAC is hosting a business lounge at the event showcasing our EIC members as exhibitors and a strategic spot for networking. This will be followed by the Meet the Energy Players session on 25 May in Jakarta, Indonesia, in conjunction with IPA Indonesia. The event will enable EIC members to network and build meaningful connections with the energy players in Indonesia. Please get in touch for more information on any of these events.
EIC APAC will be hosting the business lounge at the Energy Exports Conference (EEC) in Aberdeen on 6-7 June. Petronas and Sarawak Energy Berhad will be some of the key operators in the region who will be participating at this event. EEC is a platform for supply chain companies from the APAC region to showcase their offerings to UK companies.
Azman Nasir Head of Asia Pacific azman.nasir@the-eic.com
Malaysia Marine and Heavy Engineering Holdings Bhd (MHB) has partnered with FuelCell Energy to deliver solid oxide electrolysers for large-scale green hydrogen production. MHB said its wholly owned Malaysia Marine and Heavy Engineering Sdn Bhd (MMHE) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of largescale electrolyser facilities in Asia, New Zealand and Australia. MHB said these facilities are being designed to dramatically increase the efficiency and reduce the cost of green hydrogen production.
JERA has signed a MoU with Aboitiz Power, a subsidiary of the leading conglomerate group, Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc, to commence a joint study on ammonia co-firing for the decarbonisation of its business. The MoU will study the feasibility of ammonia co-firing in coal-fired power plants in which Aboitiz Power has been investing and the development of a hydrogen and ammonia supply chain in the Philippines.
The first quarter of the year is now over – thank you to all the EIC members, nonmembers and participating companies that joined us these first three months of the year at our regional events. With the previous being said, the North and Central America region is ecstatic to continue seeing our community in-person. To highlight a few, this May the EIC North and Central America region in partnership with the Consulate General of Canada in Houston will be hosting an in-person, four hour event Regional Showcase: Opportunities in Canada. This event will be held at our Houston offices and has limited seating. To reserve your seat today, please visit www.the-eic.com/EventDetail?dateid=3784 or email adriana.romo@the-eic.com
I would also like to highlight to our members a sponsorship opportunity. In celebration of the EIC’s 80 th anniversary, our Oak jubilee, our region will be hosting an invitation only reception, during the week of King Charles’ coronation at the British Consulate of Houston’s residence. EIC members and non-members have the opportunity to join us in celebration and network with c-level executives this May 2023. To learn more about the sponsorship opportunities available, and what they include, please contact houston@the-eic.com or adriana.romo@the-eic.com
If you are not subscribed to our North and Central America mailing lists, please email adriana.romo@the-eic.com to receive updates, reminders and all marketing surrounding our region. We look forward to welcoming everyone to our upcoming events.
Amanda Duhon VP & Regional Director, North & Central America amanda.duhon@the-eic.com
Membership Open Day
Wednesday 5 April 2023
North & Central America Business Briefing Series: Seaway7
Thursday 13 April 2023
Regional Showcase: Opportunities in Canada
Thursday 18 May 2023
Membership Open Day
Tuesday 20 June 2023
Membership Open Day
Tuesday 29 August 2023
Membership Open Day
Wednesday 6 December 2023
The US Department of Interior has published a Proposed Sale Notice (PSN) for the first-ever offshore wind lease auction in the Gulf of Mexico. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is receiving comments about areas being offered offshore Lake Charles (Louisiana) and Galveston (Texas).
The auction is expected to take place by end of 2023. Furthermore, the US Department of Energy (DoE) has initiated a 20 month study period for the advancement of the transmission network necessary to accommodate offshore wind expansion on the West Coast. The US has set a goal of achieving 30GW of OFW installed capacity by 2030.
The US Department of Energy (DoE) has issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for carbon capture large-scale pilot projects, to be financed by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL).
The FOA will award up to US$820m at a maximum of 70% federal cost share for up to ten of such projects, which should be designed to offer transformational technologies capable of sequestering emissions from either coal/natural gas power plants (minimum of 90% of CO 2 capture from a 25MW facility) or industrial facilities in general (minimum capture capacity of 75,000 tonnes CO 2 per year). Although concept papers should be submitted by early April 2023, a full application is expected by 21 June 2023.
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Join us for our Breakfast in Rio series on 13 April: State of Play of Hydrogen Developments in Brazil with Qair Energy and ENGIE. Qair is an independent power producer (IPP) operating 860MW of electricity generation assets exclusively from renewable sources, building 800MW of new installed capacity, as well as developing 16GW in future projects. Last year, the company sent an Expression of Interest (EoI) for the first green and blue 2GW hydrogen project in Brazil.
ENGIE Brasil has an ever-growing presence in the country’s renewable energy segment, operating biomass, hydro, solar and onshore wind power plants. In total, the company currently operates 68 power stations with a combined installed capacity of over 10GW. The company also holds a presence in the national T&D sector, operating about 900km of transmission lines in Pará and Tocantins.
If you’re interested in boosting your company’s presence at this event, our events team has crafted special sponsorship packages that will surely suit your demands. Please feel free to reach out to rio@the-eic.com
Argentina’s Energy Office has launched a call for developers to submit an Expression of Interest (EoI) for the RenMDI auction, related to small-scale and utilityscale renewable projects to be underpinned by 15 year contracts with wholesale electricity market administrator CAMMESA. Industry sources state most offers are expected to be directed at PV solar generation, however, as most are to be located where there’s available transmission capacity. Onshore wind initiatives, on the other hand, are to be located where transmission bottlenecks have been an issue, hence there’s a higher probability that contract awards will be restricted to those planned to be coupled with storage technology. Investment in the sector would be around US$500m.
In February we had the pleasure of holding the Breakfast in Rio themed Gas to Power Opportunities in Brazil with Radix and Eneva. The event attracted over 80 attendees eager to engage in networking and aspiring to do business with both companies. Gustavo Duarte, Eneva’s Procurement General Manager, spoke of the company’s plans for consolidating its position as an integrated energy independent player in Brazil. In relation to gas-to-power (G2P), Eneva aims to consolidate G2P clusters at the Solimões (AM) and Parnaíba (MA) basins through new gas-fired power plants as well as expansions. The speaker also said Eneva is committed to welcoming any company interested in becoming a supplier. Tássio Simioni, Power & Gas General Manager at Radix, provided a brief overview of the company’s presence in Brazil’s power and gas energy segment.
In order to support our members with our bespoke market intelligence service, EIC Consult has hired two new people to the team based in Rio. Fernando Vieira and Gabriela Dantas joined the team in February. We are looking forwards to supporting the growth of our members in the region.
Clarisse Rocha Director – Americas clarisse.rocha@the-eic.com
Fundamentals of Offshore Wind
Tuesday 4 April 2023
Fundamentals of FPSOs
Wednesday 5 April 2023
Hydrogen Developments in Brazil with Qair Energy and ENGIE
Thursday 13 April 2023
Webinar Argentina
Tuesday 9 May 2023
Breakfast in Rio: Downstream
Tuesday 16 May 2023
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