Forresterhill Road to close for Scottish Water repairs

Part of Forresterhill Road will be closed to traffic on Sunday 29 May to allow Scottish Water to carry out manhole cover repairs.

CANCER SUPPORT CHARITY HAS A BALL AT DANCING EVENT

Staff and volunteers from a local cancer support charity pulled on their dancing shoes last weekend and took to the dancefloor.

Aberdeen hosts first Scottish roadshow to highlight the important role played by social sciences

The University of Aberdeen will host a Scottish roadshow to highlight the strategic contribution made by the social sciences to government, the media and the public on Wednesday (May 25).

Aberdeen Ballroom beach recognised with Seaside Award

Scotland’s beaches provide the perfect place for a fun day out and today, 23 May 2011, awarding body Keep Scotland Beautiful (KSB), announced that Aberdeen Ballroom beach will fly the Resort Seaside Award flag above its sands for the fifth year in a row.

ALL-ENERGY 2011 BREAKS EVERY RECORD

All-Energy 2011, the UK’s largest renewable energy exhibition and conference, held last week in Aberdeen broke records on attendance, number of exhibitors and the amount of space they filled, and the number of speakers in the conference.

Cosalt Offshore recognised by British Safety Council

Cosalt Offshore, a provider of lifting, tooling and marine services to the oil and gas industry, has been recognised by the British Safety Council for their dedication to improving health and safety in the workplace.

Aberdeen alumnus appointed Scotland’s top law officer

A University of Aberdeen graduate is to become Scotland’s most senior law officer.

ABERDEEN RELOCATIONS EXPERTS SPONSOR LIONS CLUB INTERNATIONAL FUN DAY

Leading relocation specialist Crown Relocations is proud to announce that it is a principle sponsor of the Lions Club International Fun Day (held on Sunday 29 May at Duthie Park) for the fourth year running. The Aberdeen branch of the relocations company has contributed towards sponsorship of the annual event in order to make it an even bigger success than 2010.

EIC Gets STATS on Isolation and Intervention

Members of energy trade body, the Energy Industry Council, were given a technology demonstration by piping integrity specialist, STATS Group, and a tour of the company’s Kintore headquarters.

KCA DEUTAG recognised at prestigious industry awards for safety

KCA DEUTAG, the leading international drilling and engineering contractor, was last week recognised in multiple categories at the annual International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC) North Sea Chapter Annual Safety Awards Dinner on 13 May 2011.

Bucksburn Academy Woodland Project Takes Step Forward

PUPILS from Bucksburn Academy will join forces with workers at an oil industry engineering and construction firm this weekend to work on the creation of a unique outdoor classroom in a local woodland.

Council seeks views on city’s open spaces

Aberdeen residents are being invited to give the City Council their views on a new Open Space Strategy.

Oil & Gas UK Gives Evidence to Transport Committee on Future of Coastguard Services

Robert Paterson, health and safety director at Oil & Gas UK, today (19 May) gave evidence in Stornoway for the House of Commons Transport Committee’s inquiry into the Maritime and Coastguard agency’s (MCA) proposed modernisation of coastguard services.

JOHNSTON CARMICHAEL APPOINTS A NEW HEAD OF ITS GREEN ENERGY TEAM

Scotland’s largest independent firm of chartered accountants and business advisers, Johnston Carmichael, has appointed Jamie Ritchie as head of its green energy team to drive forward its continued growth in the sustainable energy sector.

Hose Integrity Contract in the CAN For EnerMech

Mechanical engineering company EnerMech has been awarded a £300,000 contract for hose integrity management by CAN.

Design Guidance Launched to Encourage World-class, Low Carbon Residential and Commercial Development within Energetica

Sustainable, Attractive Place-Making will Differentiate Energetica

CORPORATE COMPANIES DISPLAY FANCY FOOTWORK AND SPECTACULAR OUTFITS IN DANCING CHALLENGE

Sequins and fake tan at the ready because the fourth event of the activitymix Aberdeen Corporate Decathlon 2011, the Wood Group Ballroom Dancing Challenge, takes place on the 20th and 21st May at the Beach Ballroom in Aberdeen.

TWMA lands extended North Sea deal with TOTAL

Council agrees East Coast Renewables contribution

Councillors have approved a financial and staffing contribution to a body which will see local authorities work together to maximise the local renewable energy industry.

Scottish tourism innovates its way to success

Three new innovative Scottish tourism project ideas will benefit from dedicated business support and match-funding of up to £30,000 from Scottish Enterprise. The projects are the latest successful applicants to Scottish Enterprise’s Tourism Innovation Fund.

Chemical Specialist Launches Offshore Lifting System for the Renewables Sector

Gel Lift System (GLS) Offers Multi-Million Pound Savings on Installation Costs

STATS Get In The Swim With Dolphin Energy Qatar Contract

Pipeline engineering specialist, STATS Group, has completed a six-figure valued pipework maintenance contract on behalf of Dolphin Energy in Qatar.

Kuala Lumpur next stop on Fifth Ring global expansion journey

Multi-award winning agency, Fifth Ring Integrated Corporate Communications has taken the first steps of a strategic expansion into Asia with the opening of its debut Malaysian office in Kuala Lumpur.

New Risk Management Appointment.

Aberdeen consultancy Project Excellence has announced the appointment of a key business associate.

Funds distributed locally by economic development schemes outlined

Details of funds distributed through the Support for Aberdeenshire Businesses (SAB) scheme and the Aberdeenshire Community Asset Fund for year 2010-11 are now available.

Carbon capture projects could create 5,000 jobs -   Demonstration projects £3 billion boost for Scottish economy

More than 5,000 green Scottish jobs could be created through the construction and operation of three Scottish Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) demonstration projects, Scottish Enterprise (SE) research revealed today, 18 May 2011.

BEFRIEND A CHILD REVEALS NEW MASCOT – KUDDLES THE KANGAROO

Dons boss Craig Brown had a difficult selection decision to make recently when a local charity asked him to pick its new mascot.

Scottish commercial property company, FG Burnett, has appointed Michelle Stevens as property manager following the recent retirement of Doug Marnoch.

With an extensive track record in property management in the UK and South Africa, Michelle joins from Aberdeen solicitors Raeburn Christie Clark & Wallace where she was leasing manager.

CNR INTERNATIONAL DONATES FUNDS RAISED AT ANNUAL DINNER DANCE TO TWO LOCAL ORGANISATIONS

Kind-hearted employees of Aberdeen-based oil and gas operator, CNR International, have donated £7,000 to two North-east organisations after raising the cash at their annual dinner dance.

LOCAL MD SPENDS BIRTHDAY IN USA PACKING AID BOXES FOR CHARITY

The boss of an Aberdeen IT company swapped champagne and cake for voluntary work in the USA as he spent his 28th birthday on a charity mission.

ThinJack Announces Turnover Increase

Aberdeenshire company ThinJack has just announced that turnover has once again grown during the past year.

BP and AAR Reaffirm Commitment to Growth and Success of TNK-BP as Talks Continue with Rosneft Following Expiry of Agreement

BP and Alfa- Access- Renova (“AAR”) announced today that they would intensify their efforts to ensure TNK-BP’s continued success following the lapse of the BP-Rosneft share swap transaction (and the related Arctic exploration opportunity) originally announced on 14 January 2011.

Dave Forsyth retires from Hawkhill

David Forsyth has retired as financial director of Hawkhill Nursing Home at Milltimber after 23 years. He spent a total of 25 years with the home. Colleagues and friends marked the occasion at a six-course dinner at the Marcliffe.

Did Scotland get it right with free eye care?

University of Aberdeen researchers are to examine the success of offering eye care services free in Scotland.

In March 2004, the Scottish government announced a review of eye care services in Scotland, which culminated in the introduction of free eye examinations from April 1 2006.

EPC Offshore lands subsea development contract with Ithaca

EPC Offshore has won a £1million contract with Ithaca Energy which will see the company provide a team of experts to support key areas of the Greater Stella Area (GSA) Development project.

PETROTECHNICS INCREASES PRESENCE IN OMAN

Petrotechnics, the global leader in transforming the efficiency and effectiveness of frontline operations in the oil and gas industry, has formed a partnership with Rukun Al Yaqeen (RAY) International Oil & Gas to provide the Sentinel PRO® system in Oman.

FG Burnett seeks property for Aberdeen charity

City centre premises required

An Aberdeen charity is receiving support from a Scottish commercial property firm to find new city centre premises.

Glencraft, the Aberdeen bed making factory which employs blind and disabled workers, has teamed up with FG Burnett to find new property to re-home its factory and bed showroom.

JOHNSTON CARMICHAEL MAKE FINALS AS FIRM OF THE YEAR

Scotland’s largest independent accountancy firm has been shortlisted as Firm of the Year in a prestigious awards programme which celebrates the best advisers in Scotland.

Deeside Beer Festival & Ceilidh a sell out!

The Deeside Beer Festival that was held on Friday 13th May and the Deeside Ceilidh with local ceilidh band Clachan Yell has been hailed a huge success by organisers and attendees. Held at Deeside Activity Park near Aboyne.

The Grampian Awards for Business Enterprise recognise business achievements and entrepreneurship among companies and individuals in the north east of Scotland.

Growing enterprises and inspiring entrepreneurs are leading the way in the shortlist of the 2011 Grampian Awards for Business Enterprise.

ABERDEEN SEMINAR TO HIGHLIGHT IMPACT OF MAJOR CHANGES IN EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND PENSIONS MARKET

Major changes impacting on company operations and on the lifestyles of employees are to be highlighted at a seminar in Aberdeen this month (June) which will be addressed by leading experts in benefits, pensions and savings.

Space Solutions Lend Green Fingers for Eco-Friendly Office

Space Solutions, Scotland’s largest independent workplace design specialist, has shown its green credentials by securing the top rating for a bespoke environmentally friendly building – at the first time of asking.

The Troops have Arrived at Coates Offshore

An expanding Aberdeen oil & gas firm continues to strengthen its management team with the recent announcement of two key appointments. Bruce Strachan joins Coates Offshore as QHSE Manager and Mark Bullmore as Engineering Services Manager.

Scotland POWERs ahead with European Bid

Scottish wave project selected as one of twelve UK bids submitted by the UK Government for European funding

Wireline Engineering sees major overseas growth

Wireline and well intervention technology specialist Wireline Engineering has secured £1.25million worth of international contracts in the last three months and completed first work in a number of new markets for the company.

IFB Announces Significant Contract Renewal

Leading Scottish internet service provider, Internet for Business (IFB) announces today (Wednesday 11 May 2011) it has secured a contract renewal worth £60k from Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC). This three year contract extension represents the third renewal for IFB and sees it entering its seventh consecutive year working with the city venue.

Public Invited to Critique Architects of Tomorrow

Members of the public will have the opportunity to view firsthand the designs and concepts created by the next generation of architects at Robert Gordon University next week (Thursday 19 May).

MAD, BAD AND DANGEROUS TO KNOW AT ABERDEEN ARTS CENTRE

ABERDEEN multi award winning quines Rona Munro (playwright) and actress Fiona Knowles have joined forces to offer another hilarious one woman show “Mad, bad and dangerous to know” at Aberdeen Arts Centre on Saturday, June 11. This really is one NOT to miss!

Four new associates at Ryden

Ryden has promoted four staff to associate level following their exceptional performance and contribution to the firm’s leading market position. Eddie Fiddes, Catherine Thornhill, Iain Taylor and Mandy Watson took up their new positions on 1 May.

Brodies announces Aberdeen expansion with DWS brought on board

Law firm Brodies LLP today announces that it is taking over Aberdeen-based legal practice Davies Wood Summers LLP (DWS). The deal, signed on 12th April, will see full integration of the two firms effective from 2nd May, with DWS staff moving into Brodies' newly opened Aberdeen office at 23 Carden Place.

£250,000 contracts win for innovative IT specialist Dynamic Edge Solutions

Aberdeen-based Dynamic Edge Solutions has secured a succession of new contracts worth around £250,000 in total as it continues to broaden its service offering to its growing customer base.

Local Beer Festival shaping up to be best yet!

A local North East Beer Festival is set to be the best in the 3 years that it has been running! Deeside Beer Festival formely known as Macbethfest is running this weekend 13th & 14th May at Deeside Activity Park.

SUCCESSFUL GIRL GEEK EVENT HELD IN ABERDEEN

An event organised by Girl Geek Scotland, Shell and Women in Technology attracted an audience of around 110 business people to Aberdeen last night (Tuesday, May 10).

Sizzling Summer Meetings & Conferences at Pittodrie Stadium

To celebrate the start of Summer, we are offering a sensational, sizzling, seasonal offer to our valued clients. By giving your meeting menu a twist of sunshine, we will ensure your guests are up-beat and motivated from the moment they enter Pittodrie, until well after they leave!

Aberdeen Junior Chamber Member Wins National Public Speaking Prize

Junior Chamber International (JCI) member Euan Gillies has been crowned the Scottish National Public Speaking Champion and will go on to compete in the European Championships next month.

8TH Annual Conference Draws Over 400 Top Engineers to Granite City

Tomorrow over 400 geologists, geophysicists, petrophysicists, reservoir engineers, petroleum engineers, production technologists, well engineers and drilling engineers will meet at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) in Aberdeen, United Kingdom to attend the 8th annual DEVEX Conference and Exhibition.

Leading Offshore Expert joins board of Pisys Limited

Professor Angus Jamieson has joined the board of Aberdeen based Software developers Pisys Limited

Angus is a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and a member of “Who’s Who for

Professionals”.

Teleinformatics Office Relocation

As the next stage in the development and expansion of C-MAR Teleinformatics the company will be moving offices from its current location at Novar Place in Aberdeen to the C-MAR Group offices at Regent Quay, situated close to the Harbour and the city centre.

Ryder Cup Star Gives Support to Sensory Charity Golf Day

On a recent trip to Aberdeen Bernard Gallacher announced that North East Sensory Services (NESS) would be holding a Charity Golf Day at the exclusive Meldrum House Golf course on Thursday 23rd of June and that Enventure International were the Main Sponsor with limited other sponsorship opportunities still available.

Azerbaijani Parliament Ratifies Shafag-Asiman PSA

On May 6, the Parliament of the Republic of Azerbaijan ratified the new production sharing agreement (PSA) between BP and SOCAR on joint exploration and development of the Shafag-Asiman structure in the Azerbaijan sector of the Caspian Sea.

Aberdeen professor outlines pioneering education research at the White House

A University of Aberdeen professor will give a presentation in the White House today (Tuesday May 10) sharing important educational research carried out at the institution as the United States prepares to reauthorise its Elementary and Secondary Education Act and considers how teachers should best be prepared to enter the profession.

North-east schoolchildren descend on Word Festival

Schoolchildren from Aberdeen city, shire and Moray will descend on the University of Aberdeen today (Tuesday May 10) as the Marathon Oil Schools’ Festival gets underway.

Charitable offer to mucky mascots

Prestige the Laundry is inviting charities to drop off their mucky mascots for a spring clean, free of charge.

Broad Street road improvements set to start

Broad Street and nearby streets will be subject to closures, one-way arrangements and parking restrictions at various times between Tuesday 10 May and Friday 20 May to allow resurfacing and other road improvements to go ahead.

M a r k e t B u l l e t i n - MONDAY 9 MAY 2011

University of Aberdeen student film to be shown at Cineworld Union Square

A new film created by students at the University of Aberdeen and inspired by iconic images taken by the great Aberdonian photographer George Washington Wilson is to be screened to the public on Tuesday (May 10)

£900K software donation gives students a head-start for careers in the oil and gas industry

A donation worth more than £900k from engineering firm Petroleum Experts is allowing students at the University of Aberdeen to get to grips with the latest in petroleum engineering software tools.

Medicines and you: a bitter-sweet mixture

More medicines than ever can be bought without prescription, but do the benefits outweigh the harm?

Seattle recognises Edinburgh and Glasgow as two of the world's most competitive cities

Sixty of Seattle’s most prominent business, government and non-profit leaders are visiting Scotland this week to meet with some of Scotland’s most ambitious companies.

RGU Students Create a Royal Reason to Attend

On Thursday 19 May, The Douglas Hotel, Market Street, Aberdeen, will be hosting a Royal themed charity race night in aid of the North-East's favourite children's charity, Cash for Kids.

Enterprise and Entrepreneurship in an economic downturn

Skene House opens its doors to management group

ASCO GRADUATES ON THE RECRUIT FOR 2011

For those interested in working in the energy industry, many graduate programmes can be limited to those with a technical or engineering background. However, leading oil and gas logistics company, ASCO is currently in the midst of recruiting its 2011 crop of graduate talent for a programme which caters for graduates from a range of academic backgrounds.

Developers warned over Competition changes

Developers and landowners have been warned that they could face a 'shifting of the goalposts' as changes to competition rules regarding property acquisition kick in.

NEW KID ON THE BLOCK AT ABERDEEN ARTS CENTRE

ABERDEEN Arts Centre has a new kid on the block – tutor Scott Armstrong – who is returning to his native Aberdeenshire roots to share his musical theatre experience with 6 to 10 year olds on Saturday mornings from 11.30am – 12.30pm.

Aker Qserv Sponsors Mackie Mini’s 10^th Annual Rugby Tournament

Over 750 children will descend on Stonehaven this weekend (Saturday 7th May 2011) for the Mackie Mini's 10th Annual Rugby Tournament.

WORLD RENOWNED CONSERVATIONIST DR JANE GOODALL, DBE, TO VISIT ABERDEEN SCHOOLCHILDREN ON MAY 6

The International School of Aberdeen is pleased to host Dr. Jane Goodall on Friday, 6 May when she will address students and representatives from other schools.

A fundraising ball sponsored by legal firm McGrigors raised £20,000 for Aberdeen’s RNLI lifeboat station.

More than 200 guests, including members of the port’s lifeboat crew, attended the Beach Ballroom function at which the inshore lifeboat, the James Bissett Simpson, was a popular attraction.

Two of the most famous names in Scottish football team up to help North East Sensory Services

King Joey Tackles the Man in Black takes place in the Social Club of Cove Rangers FC on Friday 13^th May. The evening event features the Dons goal scoring legend Joe Harper and the best-known whistle blower Brian McGinley.

Scientists to hold awareness day to highlight plight of North Sea fish

The perils facing the fish whose home is around Scotland’s coast and waterways will be the theme for Aberdeen’s involvement in a European day of action next month.

Multiplying Money: University is first to join entrepreneurship challenge that makes money grow

Robert Gordon University has joined an innovative entrepreneurship challenge that encourages students and business professionals alike to multiply money for charity.  Micro-Tyco inspires the spirit of enterprise in its purest form and rewards participants with the knowledge that in business, if they can succeed at Micro-Tyco, they can succeed at anything.

DSL Announces Hat-trick of QHSE Milestones at OTC

Derrick Services (UK) Ltd (DSL), an Oil & Gas industry construction and engineering company, has displayed its commitment to upholding the highest possible quality, health and safety standards by reaching a hat-trick of prestigious industry milestones.

NOV ASEP Elmar unveils new electric logging truck at OTC

NOV ASEP Elmar, the global market leader in the design and manufacture of wireline pressure control equipment and winches, has displayed its latest fully electric e-drive logging unit at OTC for the first time and said that the first commercial jobs have been completed in North America.

THE SUNNY WEATHER PROVIDES A SHINING OPPORTUNITY FOR AECC!

As much of the North-East basks in the sun, it’s business as usual for Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC), as the warm weather means that it can at last display its new sponsor of the Northern Lights Tower; Scottish internet service provider, Internet For Business (IFB).

Westhill seniors enjoy Royal Wedding thanks to Technip

Leading subsea engineering and construction contractor Technip has put a smile on the faces of Westhill senior citizens by helping them stage a Royal Wedding Street Party.

BP Announces Resolution of Federal Civil Claims

BP has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to settle the federal civil suit that arose from the Prudhoe Bay oil transit line leaks in March and August of 2006.

Aberdeenshire Household Waste and Recycling Centre opening hours have been revised

The operating hours of larger Household Waste and Recycling Centres in Aberdeenshire were standardised in 2010 to provide a consistent service across the area.

KCA DEUTAG wins North Sea drilling contract from Statoil

KCA DEUTAG, the leading international drilling and engineering contractor, has won a competitive tender for a new drilling contract from the international energy company Statoil to provide drilling services at the Kvitebjørn gas and condensate field on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.

Grampian Food Forum Dining Club to visit Buchan Braes Hotel

Tickets are still available for Grampian Food Forum’s Dining Club event which will be held at a north-east hotel next week.

Olympic champion to officially open new Academy to nurture north-east’s sporting stars of the future

A Scottish Olympic champion will inspire the next generation of north-east athletic talent when he officially opens the Hydrasun Athletics Academy based at Aberdeen Sports Village on Friday (May 6).

Downhole to launch CaseBit at OTC

Downhole Products, the Portlethen-based world market leader in casing accessories and completion tools and designs, will launch The CaseBit, a new, advanced casing drilling bit at OTC in Houston this week.

What voters need to know for Thursday, May 5

With the Scottish Parliamentary Election and a UK-wide referendum taking place on Thursday, (May 5) Aberdeenshire Council is reminding local voters of what they need to know to have their say on polling day.

Last King of Scotland director in frame for Director’s Cut

Last King of Scotland director Kevin Macdonald will join the Director’s Cut cast when he appears at the University of Aberdeen tomorrow (Wednesday May 4).

Aker Solutions puts pupils in the driving seat

Aberdeen school pupils are to take part in an exciting eco-car construction challenge after a donation from Aker Solutions helps put them on the road to success.

SUBSEA 7 COMPLETES DESIGN AND BUILD OF FIRST COMMERCIAL AUTONOMOUS INSPECTION VEHICLE (AIV)

Subsea 7, a global leader in seabed-to-surface engineering, construction and services, today announced that it has completed the design and build of the first commercial AIV, a technology which has the potential to revolutionise Life-of-Field projects.

ACSEF to Accelerate Economic Growth with Better Digital Connectivity

Public Private Sector Economic Partnership to Tackle Region’s Poor Broadband

ADIL INVESTING IN ITS FUTURE

ADIL, the Aberdeen based independent energy consultancy, has announced plans for its London office including the creation of ten new jobs and a further significant investment in office infrastructure over the next 12 months.

EXPRO SHOWCASES INDUSTRY-LEADING TECHNOLOGY AT OTC

Leading international oilfield service company Expro will highlight some of its latest technologies and demonstrate its ability to offer the complete package of solutions across the well lifecycle at this year’s Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston.

Balmoral unveils Europe’s leading subsea test centre

Subsea buoyancy, insulation and elastomer product specialist, Balmoral Offshore Engineering, announced the opening of its new test facility during the annual Offshore Technology Conference in Houston this week.

SCOTTISH POWER SELECTS INFOTECHNICS’ OPRALOG AS PART OF OPERATIONAL TRANSFORMATION PROGRAM

Infotechnics, a leading software development company based in Aberdeen, has been selected by Scottish Power to implement their advanced operational logging and reporting tool, Opralog, throughout all UK generation sites. In a drive to move towards a more centralised shift logging and reporting system, Scottish Power will implement Opralog across the coal, gas and hydro power generation assets in order to improve operational efficiency and ensure a high level of safety throughout the business.