Aberdeen.
city in Scotland, United Kingdom
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 388
What's happening
Active this week
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Douglas Lumsden is elected to represent Aberdeen South, an outcome that also boosts Kemi Badenoch's political profile.Well supported11 reports
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Dana Petroleum, an oil firm headquartered in Aberdeen, is facing scrutiny after being accused of profiting from the occupation and granted exploration licenses in Palestinian waters.Some support1 report
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Aberdeen is involved in a potential £11 billion acquisition of Interactive Investor (II), with key figures like Jason Windsor involved in the rescue of Herald Investment Trust.Some support1 report
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A collection of historical facts regarding various cities, including exhibitions that previously ran in Glasgow and Aberdeen, and the Titanic's construction in Belfast.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A shared weather system is affecting multiple UK cities, including Belfast and Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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The party conference was held in Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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GB Energy announced plans to create most jobs in Scotland and confirmed its headquarters are in Aberdeen.Some support4 reports
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Mamacita Foundation in Aberdeen addresses European migrant issues, drawing a comparison to the PLA doctrine of unrestricted warfare.Some support1 report
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Both Sarnia and Aberdeen recorded high rainfall amounts on September 23, 2026.Some support1 report
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The Labour Party, through Michael Shanks, made pledges regarding GB Energy's future operations and staffing, including establishing an HQ in Aberdeen.Well supported7 reports
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AGL acquired rights from Malcolm Turnbull's company, Upper Hunter Hydro, and is investigating new energy projects near Singleton and Scone.Some support1 report
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A taskforce has been established, receiving backing from the British Chambers of Commerce and the Aberdeen Chamber.Some support5 reports
Earlier this month
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The Jackdaw gas development is located near Aberdeen.Well supported8 reports
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Pinsent Masons sponsored a conference held in Aberdeen on September 14, 2026.Some support1 report
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Businesses in East Lothian, Aberdeen, Inverness, and Glasgow are boycotting products from Israel.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Aberdeen City Council is seeking public input on its budget and priorities.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Aberdeen City Council held a special session in the city, confirming Alan Johnson as Deputy Mayor.Some support2 reports
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John Swinney participates in an industry discussion in Aberdeen regarding energy policy.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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The Scottish Government has provided funding for a facility established by Nel at its headquarters in Aberdeen, involving John Swinney's comments on the North East of Scotland.Some support1 report
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Carl Perkins' music was featured in production tours in Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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The Secretary is likely to approve the Rosebank oil field, while Shell participates in a joint venture and Robin Wells criticizes fossil fuel expansion.Some support1 report
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Allegations surfaced regarding the use of Nazareth House locations in Aberdeen for alleged abuse in 2015.Some support1 report
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Katie White spoke in the House of Commons regarding research on job losses in Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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Shell is confirmed as a partner in the Adura joint venture located in Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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Worsening trends in Scottish cities, including Aberdeen and Glasgow, are attributed to LEZ and infrastructure issues.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Operational requirements mandate that energy projects in the Adura/Aberdeen area must address climate change and energy policy, with operators based in the city.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Adura leader Neil McCulloch faces a major decision on controversial North Sea oil projects, urging refusal due to climate concerns.Some support1 report
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The article discusses the challenges faced by Scottish students when applying to top universities like Oxford and Cambridge, noting that Robin MacPherson is head of college at Robert Gordon's College in Aberdeen.Some support2 reports
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A main business operation has locations in both Dunfermline and Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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Fire smoke visible up to 60 miles away from Aberdeen, involving the company Abernethy.Some support1 report
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DeepOcean and Spirit Energy are establishing their base of operations in Aberdeen for engineering and project management, while also completing decommissioning work at their fields.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Oil projects are located off the coast of Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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Bill Esterson's committee visited Aberdeen to gather evidence regarding the investment certainty for Rosebank projects.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Legal challenges regarding the Rosebank oil project are underway, with hearings held at the Court of Session in Edinburgh, involving a CEO.Some support1 report
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Amid leadership tests, Miliband is considering the Jackdaw gas field off Aberdeen coast, while Uplift argues against current drilling focuses.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Grainger compared his persona to Des Clarke's style, drawing on his background near Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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Sheep numbers are falling globally, impacting regional farming operations in areas like North Yorkshire and Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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Miatta Fahnbulleh visited Aberdeen as part of her duties as Energy Secretary to discuss the climate transition for North Sea projects.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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AREG, a group focused on the UK energy transition in Northeast Scotland, invited Miatta Fahnbulleh to meet with companies.Some support1 report
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EnerMech secured a multi-year contract for topside services for a North Sea operator, using Aberdeen as its operational base.Some support1 report
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Aaron Bradford was jailed in Aberdeen High Court on August 2, 2026.Some support1 report
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David Hahn discussed a canonical verdict from Aberdeen on July 30, 2026.Some support1 report
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An entity associated with Aberdeen established a trading presence to enter the Brazilian market, offering specialized subsea and topside control services.Some support1 report
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Gov. Noem resigned from Trump's administration, and Doeden spoke to supporters in Aberdeen.Some support2 reports
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A company in Aberdeen is assessing the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict.Some support1 report
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Social media amplifies protests in Glasgow, while a housing association is active there, and a far-right group starts in Aberdeen.Some support2 reports
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Global fire modelling expert Douglas Kelley discusses catastrophic wildfires sweeping across Spain, with smoke affecting Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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Ian Wood is influencing Scottish economic development through philanthropy, stemming from his business origins in Aberdeen.Well supported3 reports
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Colin studied geography at a university located in Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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Aberdeen earned an award for a pump station project on July 24.Some support1 report
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Andy Burnham, Douglas Lumsden, and Douglas Alexander were noted campaigning in Aberdeen.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Burnham is linked to the Labour Party as Trump comments on oil production in Aberdeen while he was Mayor of Greater Manchester.Some support2 reports
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Trump assessed potential regarding Andy Burnham, while he disagreed with Keir Starmer's policies regarding the historically oil-rich city of Aberdeen and the needs of American companies.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Andy Burnham plans to visit Aberdeen to discuss industrial transition, while he is also being viewed as a charismatic political rival to Keir Starmer.Well supported5 reports
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A pub in Aberdeen is confirmed to be part of the Belhaven Brewery network.Some support1 report
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An Aberdeen president sought Chehalis as a new home, and Briggs was associated with a local company in Chehalis.Some support1 report
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Expectation exists to appoint Aberdeen as an Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM).Some support1 report
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Equinor, in conjunction with the North Sea Transition Authority, is reviewing development applications for energy extraction off the coast of Aberdeen.Some support4 reports
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An apprentice civil engineer based in Bristol is working for Stantec on active travel schemes in Aberdeen.Some support1 report
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A city is relying on the National Weather Service for severe weather updates as a storm causes monitoring of creek levels.Some support1 report
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Around Aberdeen this week
News at the entities that move Aberdeen most-
Andy Burnham OperationalA new scheme has been introduced involving Andy Burnham and BMF aimed at boosting the building materials sector.Moves Aberdeen
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Ed Miliband OperationalThe UK maintains its policy against direct engagement with Russians while Donald Trump invites Vladimir Putin to the G20 summit.Moves Aberdeen
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Kemi Badenoch OperationalKemi Badenoch may announce policy at the Tory conference in Birmingham.Moves Aberdeen
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Shell StructuralMarketBeat is reporting analyst ratings for Shell and Targa Resources.Moves Aberdeen
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government StructuralGovernment plans fast-track resettlement for refugees from Afghanistan and Mandatory Palestine, while Nigel Farage rejects legal routes.Moves Aberdeen
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Great British Energy StructuralGreat British Energy is helping to drive the UK's clean power goals.Moves Aberdeen
Connections
The 40 strongest of 388, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Andy Burnham Operational
Andy Burnham leverages his political platform and policy decisions to influence Aberdeen's industrial transition and energy projects.
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Ed Miliband Operational
Ed Miliband's political policies directly influence Aberdeen's economic stability and industrial base, which in turn generates political pressure.
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Great British Energy Structural
Great British Energy has established its headquarters and operational base in Aberdeen.
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Shell Structural
Shell maintains a functional presence in Aberdeen through offices, joint ventures, and field operations.
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John Swinney Operational
Swinney's political policies and actions directly influence Aberdeen's economic and electoral outcomes, which in turn shape his political challenges.
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Kemi Badenoch Operational
Kemi Badenoch leverages her political platform to advocate for the oil and gas industry in Aberdeen, while the city's economic issues inform her political strategy and profile.
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Adura Structural
Adura is a gas development project whose operational base and geographical context are established in Aberdeen.
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government Structural
The government regulates resource extraction and actively shapes the economic function of Aberdeen.
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Scottish Government Transactional
The Scottish Government provides a specific £1m investment aimed at high street rejuvenation in Aberdeen.
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Miatta Fahnbulleh Operational
Miatta Fahnbulleh visits Aberdeen to discuss and influence local energy policy and industry matters.
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Travis Schaunaman Structural
The individual holds the office of Mayor in the city of Aberdeen, responsible for governance functions and infrastructure oversight.
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Chehalis Transactional
The president of Aberdeen successfully sought and established a new home in Chehalis.
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Neil McCulloch Structural
Neil McCulloch operates as the leader of a company that is functionally based in Aberdeen, Scotland.
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Nicola Sturgeon Operational
Nicola Sturgeon's political stances, such as her anti-oil/gas crusade, have demonstrably influenced the economic viability of the Aberdeen region.
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National Weather Service Structural
The city of Aberdeen relies on the National Weather Service for critical severe weather updates.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Transactional
Aid efforts were initiated in Aberdeen, providing assistance toward the conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Norway Operational
The two entities are functionally linked through the shared North Sea oil and energy industry market dynamics.
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Nel Shared context
Nel has established a functional facility within the geographical area of Aberdeen.
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Manchester Transactional
The business presence of the Quiz brand, which operated in both cities, is currently shutting down its stores.
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Eric Trump Transactional
The relationship is founded on the establishment of Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen.
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Qatar Operational
The oil industry jobs and outputs of Aberdeen compete directly with those of Qatar.
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Falkland Islands Shared context
Companies based in Aberdeen conduct operations within the Falkland Islands.
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Portland Structural
The Aberdeen site utilizes cement products originating from the Portland area, establishing a functional supply chain link.
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Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Operational
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service issues warnings to residents in Aberdeen regarding wildfire smoke.
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Middle East Transactional
Aberdeen is currently shipping engineering equipment to the Middle East, and the company is assessing the impact of the region's conflicts.
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Scottish Enterprise Structural
Scottish Enterprise provides functional support for technology development relevant to the Aberdeen location.
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British Chambers of Commerce Operational
The two entities are functionally linked through a task force structure where both the location and the chamber provide backing.
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Claire Coutinho Operational
Claire Coutinho has publicly questioned policy reliance on Aberdeen's oil and gas sector and its political standing.
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Stephen Flynn Shared context
Aberdeen serves as the geographical and political base for Stephen Flynn's constituency work and advocacy.
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Labour Party Shared context
The Labour Party bases its political pledges and policy discussions on the economic realities and job market of Aberdeen.
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DeepOcean Shared context
Aberdeen serves as the base of operations for DeepOcean's engineering and project management activities.
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Disasters Emergency Committee Transactional
The company receives aid funding from the governmental body operating in Aberdeen.
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Zero Waste Scotland Transactional
Zero Waste Scotland provided funding for facility improvements in Aberdeen.
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Zenith Shared context
Zenith's corporate headquarters is situated in the city of Aberdeen.
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Dunfermline Shared context
A main business operation is forecast to include locations in both Dunfermline and Aberdeen.
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Airbus Operations Limited Shared context
Airbus Operations Limited is noted to compete with companies operating within the Aberdeen area.
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Stop Climate Chaos Scotland Shared context
Aberdeen serves as the primary geographical and operational context for Stop Climate Chaos Scotland's advocacy work.
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Pinsent Masons Shared context
Pinsent Masons utilizes Aberdeen as the location for a sponsored conference.
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Resolution Foundation Shared context
The Resolution Foundation produces reports and research focused on the economic and social context of Aberdeen.
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Thomas Shared context
The entities are linked by a shared context: performing at the comedy festival.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
17 events- Dana Petroleum, an oil firm headquartered in Aberdeen, is facing scrutiny after being accused of profiting from the occupation and granted exploration licenses in Palestinian waters.
- Aberdeen is involved in a potential £11 billion acquisition of Interactive Investor (II), with key figures like Jason Windsor involved in the rescue of Herald Investment Trust.
- A shared weather system is affecting multiple UK cities, including Belfast and Aberdeen.
- The party conference was held in Aberdeen.
- GB Energy announced plans to create most jobs in Scotland and confirmed its headquarters are in Aberdeen.
- Mamacita Foundation in Aberdeen addresses European migrant issues, drawing a comparison to the PLA doctrine of unrestricted warfare.
- Both Sarnia and Aberdeen recorded high rainfall amounts on September 23, 2026.
- AGL acquired rights from Malcolm Turnbull's company, Upper Hunter Hydro, and is investigating new energy projects near Singleton and Scone.
- A taskforce has been established, receiving backing from the British Chambers of Commerce and the Aberdeen Chamber.
- Pinsent Masons sponsored a conference held in Aberdeen on September 14, 2026.
- Aberdeen City Council held a special session in the city, confirming Alan Johnson as Deputy Mayor.
- The Scottish Government has provided funding for a facility established by Nel at its headquarters in Aberdeen, involving John Swinney's comments on the North East of Scotland.
- Carl Perkins' music was featured in production tours in Aberdeen.
- The Secretary is likely to approve the Rosebank oil field, while Shell participates in a joint venture and Robin Wells criticizes fossil fuel expansion.
- Allegations surfaced regarding the use of Nazareth House locations in Aberdeen for alleged abuse in 2015.
- Katie White spoke in the House of Commons regarding research on job losses in Aberdeen.
- Shell is confirmed as a partner in the Adura joint venture located in Aberdeen.
August 2026
13 events- Worsening trends in Scottish cities, including Aberdeen and Glasgow, are attributed to LEZ and infrastructure issues.
- Operational requirements mandate that energy projects in the Adura/Aberdeen area must address climate change and energy policy, with operators based in the city.
- Adura leader Neil McCulloch faces a major decision on controversial North Sea oil projects, urging refusal due to climate concerns.
- The article discusses the challenges faced by Scottish students when applying to top universities like Oxford and Cambridge, noting that Robin MacPherson is head of college at Robert Gordon's College in Aberdeen.
- A main business operation has locations in both Dunfermline and Aberdeen.
- Fire smoke visible up to 60 miles away from Aberdeen, involving the company Abernethy.
- Oil projects are located off the coast of Aberdeen.
- Legal challenges regarding the Rosebank oil project are underway, with hearings held at the Court of Session in Edinburgh, involving a CEO.
- Grainger compared his persona to Des Clarke's style, drawing on his background near Aberdeen.
- Sheep numbers are falling globally, impacting regional farming operations in areas like North Yorkshire and Aberdeen.
- AREG, a group focused on the UK energy transition in Northeast Scotland, invited Miatta Fahnbulleh to meet with companies.
- EnerMech secured a multi-year contract for topside services for a North Sea operator, using Aberdeen as its operational base.
- Aaron Bradford was jailed in Aberdeen High Court on August 2, 2026.
July 2026
24 events- A collection of historical facts regarding various cities, including exhibitions that previously ran in Glasgow and Aberdeen, and the Titanic's construction in Belfast.
- Aberdeen City Council is seeking public input on its budget and priorities.
- John Swinney participates in an industry discussion in Aberdeen regarding energy policy.
- DeepOcean and Spirit Energy are establishing their base of operations in Aberdeen for engineering and project management, while also completing decommissioning work at their fields.
- Bill Esterson's committee visited Aberdeen to gather evidence regarding the investment certainty for Rosebank projects.
- Amid leadership tests, Miliband is considering the Jackdaw gas field off Aberdeen coast, while Uplift argues against current drilling focuses.
- Miatta Fahnbulleh visited Aberdeen as part of her duties as Energy Secretary to discuss the climate transition for North Sea projects.
- David Hahn discussed a canonical verdict from Aberdeen on July 30, 2026.
- An entity associated with Aberdeen established a trading presence to enter the Brazilian market, offering specialized subsea and topside control services.
- Gov. Noem resigned from Trump's administration, and Doeden spoke to supporters in Aberdeen.
- A company in Aberdeen is assessing the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict.
- Social media amplifies protests in Glasgow, while a housing association is active there, and a far-right group starts in Aberdeen.
- Global fire modelling expert Douglas Kelley discusses catastrophic wildfires sweeping across Spain, with smoke affecting Aberdeen.
- Ian Wood is influencing Scottish economic development through philanthropy, stemming from his business origins in Aberdeen.
- Colin studied geography at a university located in Aberdeen.
- Aberdeen earned an award for a pump station project on July 24.
- Burnham is linked to the Labour Party as Trump comments on oil production in Aberdeen while he was Mayor of Greater Manchester.
- Andy Burnham plans to visit Aberdeen to discuss industrial transition, while he is also being viewed as a charismatic political rival to Keir Starmer.
- A pub in Aberdeen is confirmed to be part of the Belhaven Brewery network.
- An Aberdeen president sought Chehalis as a new home, and Briggs was associated with a local company in Chehalis.
- Expectation exists to appoint Aberdeen as an Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM).
- Equinor, in conjunction with the North Sea Transition Authority, is reviewing development applications for energy extraction off the coast of Aberdeen.
- An apprentice civil engineer based in Bristol is working for Stantec on active travel schemes in Aberdeen.
- A city is relying on the National Weather Service for severe weather updates as a storm causes monitoring of creek levels.
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June 2026
6 events- Douglas Lumsden is elected to represent Aberdeen South, an outcome that also boosts Kemi Badenoch's political profile.
- The Labour Party, through Michael Shanks, made pledges regarding GB Energy's future operations and staffing, including establishing an HQ in Aberdeen.
- The Jackdaw gas development is located near Aberdeen.
- Businesses in East Lothian, Aberdeen, Inverness, and Glasgow are boycotting products from Israel.
- Andy Burnham, Douglas Lumsden, and Douglas Alexander were noted campaigning in Aberdeen.
- Trump assessed potential regarding Andy Burnham, while he disagreed with Keir Starmer's policies regarding the historically oil-rich city of Aberdeen and the needs of American companies.