Laing Appointed NSRI Director
and product commercialization. Laing is well known for supporting the wider industry, which includes being a fellow member of the Society of Underwater Technology and treasurer of the Aberdeen branch. Based at Subsea UK in Westhill, Aberdeen, he will take over the reins from Dr. Gordon Drummond who has returned to Subsea 7 following his three-year secondment to NSRI. Commenting on his appointment, Laing said: “NSRI has a major role to play as a knowledge hub for subsea research and development, not only within oil and gas but across the wider offshore renewable energy
NSRI: Project Director Sought
The National Subsea Research Initiative (NSRI) says it is recruiting a director to drive market-led research and technology development in the subsea industry. The subsea focused technology research arm of Subsea UK is seeking to replace current project director, Dr. Gordon Drummond, who is returning to Subsea 7 following his three year secondment to NSRI. NSRI facilitates and coordinates research and development activities within the U.K.’s subsea sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for building on NSRI’s success in ensuring the U.K.’s subsea
OCEANS Conference Returns to Aberdeen
worldwide as one of the major proponents of marine engineering, technology and science education. The event also marks the second time that OCEANS has come to the U.K., both hosted in Aberdeen, a major maritime and offshore energy hub. Neil Gordon CEO of Subsea UK and Dr. Gordon Drummond of NSRI will kick off the conference’s plenary session and take the opportunity to underline “A vision to sustaining our marine futures”. Major topics in the Aberdeen OCEANS are marine energy and renewables. A plenary presentation by Dr. Gareth Davies, Director
Engineers Aid UK Subsea Diversification Drive
and sustain long-term growth.” McCallum, who is a Master of Engineering graduate from the University of Aberdeen, worked with the NSRI team to identify how universities and specialist research centers can support the industry in its drive to get new technology off the ground. Gordon Drummond, project director for NSRI, said, “Jamie and Christer are both extremely passionate about the subsea industry and understand the important role that technology will play in prolonging the life of the sector. They are great ambassadors for the industry and have proved that if you give people
NSRI to Help Companies Get Technology off the Ground
an insight into the range of patent box schemes, R&D tax relief and collaborative industry agreements aimed at supporting the developer community get their technology off the ground. They will also offer advice on how to finance a new venture and secure investor support. Dr. Gordon Drummond, project director of NSRI, said, “The aim of the event is to inform the developer community of the support available to them as they progress their businesses. Important updates on legislative changes will be described, specifically changes to the treatment of R&D activities by HMRC
NSRI Workshop to Tackle Subsea Storage Challenges
to identify the viable routes to market for these emerging ideas, including overcoming the fabrication, construction and installation challenges. The outcomes will help NSRI develop a technology roadmap, setting out the steps required to get new technology off the ground and ready for market. Gordon Drummond, project director of NSRI said: “The lower for longer oil price has forced the industry to explore and accelerate the development of new technology. “We must concentrate our efforts on technology which is aligned with the current market environment and delivers real value, as
North Sea: Keys Sought to Unlock more Oil
cannot be exploited economically. The accumulations of hydrocarbons in these reservoirs represent around 5% of UK reserves or 20% of future UK production, which could deliver a potential $19billion in capex, $16bilion in opex and a return to the Treasury of $8billion in revenues. Dr. Gordon Drummond, project director of NSRI, said: “Without some form of intervention, small pools will remain locked in and MER (maximizing economic recovery) will not be realized. Only by recognizing their national strategic importance and taking them together as an industry asset, will we be able to
Two Named to NSRI Board
;$13.9billion to the economy. With a uniquely industry-led approach, NSRI knows and understands exactly what technology is required and then advises and support businesses, technology developers, universities and academics in bringing new innovations which meet industry demand to market. Gordon Drummond, NSRI project director said: “NSRI meets the genuine need for meaningful engagement between industry, government and academia and it is crucial that our team has experience in developing technology and an understanding of the intricacies involved in funding such work. Melfort and Martin
NSRI Event to Support Subsea Tech Developers
through to market readiness but, in the current climate, NSRI is focused on those technologies which are nearest to market. "We hope this event will help to identify the most relevant contacts and collaborations needed to progress the development of new technology and techniques." Gordon Drummond, project director of NSRI. "Our research and development efforts must be aligned with the current market environment. If we stop investing in new solutions, processes and technologies, it will become even harder to deliver the improvements and savings the industry really needs."
February 2024
