National Careers Week and British Science Week 2021
Merlin staff are pleased to share their love of geosciences with the younger generation. Find out how we are doing this in our newsletter.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Thursday 11th February marks the 6th International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Here at Merlin we understand how important it is to provide support and encouragement to girls in STEM subjects. Read more about the importance of this in our newsletter.
Lessons learned from the ‘EO Boost’ conference
Merlin staff attended the virtual EO Boost conference last month (November 24th - 26th), which was a very interesting event. Read Helen Bone's take-home points from the conference in our newsletter.
QUINTESSA AND MERLIN FORM STRATEGIC ALLIANCE
Merlin Energy Resources and Quintessa have agreed to form a strategic alliance to identify and develop joint business opportunities based on their extensive experience in characterising the subsurface for clients…
African Licensing Rounds
The political climate in many African nations is becoming increasingly stable, with governments keen to attract foreign investment to unlock the potential of their natural resources. There are currently plenty of opportunities for those seeking new acreage in Africa: From high-risk high-reward deepwater plays to near-field onshore exploration. Many African licensing rounds are still going ahead in spite of the Covid-19 pandemic, albeit with delays to the planned timetables. Keep reading to find out more…
Merlin welcomes Ken to the MEETL board
We wish to extend a warm welcome to Ken Lindsay who was appointed as Non-Exec Trustee Director of Merlin Energy Employee Trustees Limited last month.
Innovation on the UK Continental Shelf
In the overall doom and gloom of the current COVID environment in the UK it was great to see the positive news come out about the 32nd UKCS licensing round awards. We would like to pass on our congratulations to all the companies who have been offered licences.
Geoliday to the Geopark
Making the most of Covid travel restrictions by exploring the geopark way a 109 mile long route through the Abberley and Malvern Hills Geopark, which Merlin supports.
Facilitating the Energy Transition
Merlin staff have been actively participating in industry conferences and discussions about the Energy Transition so that we are both part of the debate and the solution. It has been genuinely uplifting to feel the passion of our fellow geoscientists who all want to play their part.
The Big Wide World of work (a bit scary, but hugely exciting)
Stepping out as a recent graduate into the big scary world of work is a daunting task. Read about Georgie's experience as she makes the transition to Merlin Energy.
Extended Geoliday: Ethiopia
Find out about geolidaying in Ethiopia - mountain ranges, interesting archaeology and excellent coffee.
A Good Read: Gravity Modelling across UK Onshore East Midlands Shelf
John Donato's paper on Gravity modelling across the UK Onshore East Midland's Shelf is well worth a read.