ETZ Ltd supports Aberdeen Science Centre's new Virtual Reality project

Virtual Reality will soon be integrated at Aberdeen Science Centre (ASC) thanks to support from ETZ Ltd, Mermaid Subsea Services UK and Peterson Energy Logistics, with project partner AVC. The project involves the purchase of 38 VR headsets which will be used in a variety of activities, workshops and science demonstrations, as well as being taken on the road to be used at the centre’s many outreach programmes and at local events.

ASC's head of fundraising, Steph McCann said: “We are immensely grateful for the support of Mermaid, ETZ Ltd and Peterson, alongside AVC, which has allowed us to move forward with our plans to enhance our interactive activities and workshops with the addition of VR headsets. With this technology, we can transport our visitors to new worlds where they can explore our solar system, walk around a hydroelectric dam, and journey through the digestive system and so much more. Any additional funding secured for the project will be used to increase the impact that the technology will have on the centre’s activities, including more dedicated staff training sessions and further integration with school workshops and community activities.”

Lauren Braidwood, ETZ Ltd’s Skills Lead said: “We are looking forward to seeing virtual and augmented reality become part of Aberdeen Science Centre’s offerings, enhancing and futureproofing the fantastic work they already do in STEM education. ETZ Ltd is committed to enabling the next generation to join and lead our energy transition, and Aberdeen Science Centre’s work is vital to inspiring and engaging young people across the region in science and technology.”