Articles By Hubert Hutton

Believe it

Believe it

When it comes to investment and opportunity, Atlantic Canada is the place to be. Everyone who knows me knows that I am one of the world’s most determined optimists. My glass is never less than half full. There’s always a bright side. And tomorrow will indeed be a better day. I guess that’s why, even in the darkest days of …Continue Reading

Fully Charged

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It was devilishly warm at this year’s Offshore Technology Conference in Houston. And I’m not just talking about the weather. There’s a particularly heated, energetic atmosphere that comes with an oil show. Everyone is so obviously excited — pumped, if you’ll pardon the pun — that you can’t help but be motivated by the action. To see such a large …Continue Reading

Publisher’s Note

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Why do we do this? Because of our proud determination to share the successes of Atlantic Canadian innovation and creativity, to promote our regional work ethic and entrepreneurial prowess to an international audience. They say 13 is an unlucky number. I beg to differ. This year marks the 13th anniversary of the Top 50 CEO awards — the corporate leadership …Continue Reading

Jumping to the wrong conclusions

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At first glance, this issue appears to indicate the Atlantic Canadian offshore scene is waning. Delving deeper, however, reveals an entirely different conclusion. Allow me to explain. The cover story shows that the Newfoundland offshore is past peak production for current discoveries. All three of its producing projects, as well as the soon to be developed Hebron field, were discovered …Continue Reading

Tell us no, I dare you

Tell us no, I dare you

I admit it: Atlantic Canada is often contrarian by nature. The rest of the country can be awash in sunshine, and we get torrential rain…

This too shall pass

This too shall pass

I am an optimist, and proud of it. I may be a publisher, but I’m not of the breed which amplifies disaster for dramatic effect or monetary gain. I prefer to celebrate success, and to share stories where adversity is overcome. My glass is always at least half full. I determinedly walk through life with a whistle and a smile. …Continue Reading

Publisher’s Note: On The Awards

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“With each accomplishment and triumph, they further validate the Top 50 CEO awards – Atlantic Canadian corporate leadership has never been more deserving of celebration.”

Publisher’s Note

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We are on the verge of becoming the next Aberdeen, a hairsbreadth from turning into another Stavanger. Or, as one prescient oil exec put it, we’re a small Saudi Arabia in the making.

Wishful Thinking

Yes, I envy the younger generation the wealth and opportunity headed their way. At the same time, I should probably issue just a wee bit of a warning.