Powerful software solutions are essential to interpret seismic data successfully. Here we look at what the major players have got. Sean Ottewell reports

Hydraulic fracturing is helping the US to exploit major shale reserves that will have a major effect on the country's energy balance. Sean Ottewell investigates

As energy costs drive up the demand for insulation, automated profiling systems give insulation fabricators the ability to deliver customised pipeline and equipment coverings on a just-in-time basis. Ed Sullivan reports

Jonathan J Wylde on a chemical additive used in hydraulic fracturing

Steve Hewitt assess measuring strain, stress, load, pressure and torque by using strain gauges

Vinod Shah reports on the challenges (now and in the future) facing the oil and gas industry regions around the world showing growth in production and highlights technology innovations to improve/support production and safety

Ivan Aramayo outlines the benefits of a wireless online platform to manage electronic locks in work camps

Increasing deployment of floating production systems has led to a rise in the performance demands on these power cables. Darren Patel reports

Digital and wireless monitoring solutions are dominating today's oil and gas industry, driven by rapid advances in speed and durability. Sean Ottewell reports

The oil and gas industry needs pumping solutions that can handle hazardous and extreme conditions, without causing process upsets or requiring extensive maintenance

Paula Flanders looks at how plasma technology is being used on the Ruby Pipeline project in the US

A key factor in the proper functioning and continued profitability of the natural gas industry is the ability to make precise measurements throughout the entire process of gas recovery. James Doorhy reports

Femke Schaefer outlines how companies to perform better technically and financially

Thomas Ruediger and Frank Wiele look at a solution designed to save on installation, maintenance and operating expenses of hydraulic systems

Stefan Kolbe looks at the latest in actuation solutions

Rens Wolters describes the impact of the new IEC 61508 Edition 2010 on final elements and HIPPS

The global demand for extraction of hydrocarbons from more demanding waters means contractors and operators face even more challenging issues

Automation providers are focused on improving intelligent field operations, plant operability and safety. Eugene McCarthy reports

The EU considers that the offshore industry's current risk-management practices are inadequate and has proposed new rules. This, says Eugene McCarthy, is providing a boost to offshore training organisations at the same time