Square Mile and Me: So Energy’s Simon Oscroft on disrupting the energy industry July 18, 2024 Simon Oscroft, CEO and co-founder at So Energy, takes us through his career, from serving Ray Wilkins to shaking up the energy sector.
Mitie: Shard-based outsourcing giant swoops for electrical engineering firm ESM Power July 17, 2024 Outsourcing giant Mitie has landed a high-voltage deal as it acquired leading electrical engineering firm ESM Power.
OBR, workers rights and planning: What to watch out for in the King’s Speech? July 16, 2024 Labour will set out their programme for government on Wednesday, when King Charles will deliver the King’s Speech as part of the state opening of Parliament.
Siemens wind turbine workers in Hull to be balloted over strikes amid pay row July 13, 2024 Hundreds of wind turbine workers are to be balloted for strikes in a dispute over pay.
Analysts: A mining takeover boom could be around the corner July 12, 2024 Rising demand for raw materials coupled with a meagre new supply could spur a mining takeover boom, according to analysts.
It’s the energy price stupid July 12, 2024 It’s not just the Conservatives, governments across the Western the world are being punished for failing to manage expectations in the face of an energy price shock, writes Paul Ormerod The scale of the Conservative defeat in the election has been amply documented. But what has been mentioned much less is the fact that they [...]
‘A complete fabrication’: Government denies claims Ed Miliband has banned new North Sea oil licences July 11, 2024 The government has been forced to deny reports that Ed Miliband has banned the North Sea oil regulator from issuing any outstanding drilling and exploration licences.
Disgraced former BP boss Bernard Looney plans Abu Dhabi comeback July 8, 2024 Former BP chief executive Bernard Looney is reportedly plotting a comeback in Abu Dhabi after he was dismissed last year over past relationships with colleagues.
Eon UK returns to profit for the first time since 2020 with £700m swing July 8, 2024 The UK arm of energy giant Eon has returned to the black for the first time since 2020 after a swing of more than £700m.
Ovo Energy mulls sale as bankers set to be brought in June 30, 2024 Ovo Group, the UK's fourth largest energy supplier, may be bringing in bankers to explore possibilities including new investors or a sale.