LOGISTICS management company ASCO, has been announced as a finalist in two different categories of the OGUK annual awards.
It has been shortlisted for the Workforce Engagement award and Apprentice of the Year award with Senior Warehouse Operative, Callum Forbes.
The awards celebrate talent from across the country’s offshore oil and gas industry and finalists represent the hard work, innovation, and collaboration the industry has adopted throughout the year.
Peter France, ASCO chief executive officer, said: “We are thrilled to have been named a finalist at this years’ awards. 2020 has been a challenging year for all and it is awards like this that help to instil confidence in the industry and to help boost morale within our teams when it is most required.
“At ASCO we have a strong commitment to nurture the next generation and Callum’s clear passion for his role within ASCO is testament to this, he is a pleasure to have on the team.”
Commenting on his nomination Callum said: “ASCO has given me the opportunity to learn so much and work with some fantastic people throughout my apprenticeship. I am extremely grateful to everyone who has helped me get here.”
Deirdre Michie OBE, OGUK chief executive, said: “This past year, our industry, has experienced one of the strongest headwinds we have had yet to face, – but we are pulling through with innovation, collaboration, and determination. This is the North Sea grit we are known for and it enables us to keep providing energy to the UK during these difficult times.
“The finalists represent the excellence the industry has to offer – and OGUK congratulates them on their super achievements. Congratulations to both ASCO and Callum Forbes.”
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The winners will be crowned at OGUK’s first ever virtual awards event on Thursday December 10.


