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We explore the future skills needed in a rapidly evolving energy industry and how professionals and organisations can best prepare for changes to the industry and workplace.  ·         How has the current job landscape in the industry changed and what implications does that have on the skills needed from the workforce of the future? ·         How can the industry fill the growing skills shortage to deliver the energy transition?  ·         How can the oil and gas sector maintain its appeal to science and tech graduates who have more options than before? This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. This is episode 11 out of the 11-episode series. This episode features:·         Yuriy Zhupikov, Wood’s Learning & Development Manager, based in Abu Dhabi.·         Dr. Steven Griffiths, Senior Vice President of Research & Development and Professor of Practice at the Khalifa University of Science & Technology, based in Abu Dhabi. To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. 

We discuss our collective ability to achieve a sustainable balance between the demands for energy security and the needs for energy transition.   ·         How can energy companies deliver on net-zero ambitions while helping to safeguard global energy security? ·         What are the immediate opportunities for companies to safeguard energy supply in the current environment? ·         What factors should energy companies take into consideration when pursuing decarbonisations strategies? ·         How can we leverage digital technologies to effectively tackle greenhouse gas emissions across the energy industry’s value chain? This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. This is episode 10 of the 11-episode series. This episode features: ·         Sean Evers, Founder & Managing Partner of Gulf Intelligence, based in Dubai·         Richard Spires, Wood’s Director Of Technology Development, based in Reading, UK To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

We’re halfway through ADIPEC 2022, and our CEO Ken Gilmartin has joined us from our live podcast studio in the heart of the exhibition to share his reflections on the strategic panel – maximizing energy and minimising emissions, the circular economy and what next, within the implementation phase.   This is episode 9 out of the 11-episode series. This episode features: Ken Gilmartin, chief executive officer (CEO) of Wood and an executive member of its Board of Directors. Ken is focused on building on the company’s strong foundations to capture growth opportunities in energy security and sustainability. Ken has worked internationally throughout his 25-year career including leading the delivery of major programmes across multiple sectors in Europe, Asia, North America, and the Middle East region. Originally from Ireland, Ken has lived and worked in Germany, Indonesia, Qatar, Egypt and the US. Presenter: Colin Ross, Wood’s Vice President Marketing & Communications To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

We explore how we can meet the vital need for energy security through the delivery of mega projects. ·         What is energy security and why is it important?  ·         What are the industries priorities for energy security and decarbonisation within mega projects?  ·         What enables final investment decisions for mega projects?   This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. This is episode eight out of the 11-episode series. The episode features:·         Christopher M. Barton, Wood’s Vice President for Growth and Development in Conventional Energy Projects, based in Houston, Texas.·         Dr. Imad Younes, Wood’s Vice President UAE, in Conventional Energy Projects based in Abu Dhabi. To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

Wood and its partners are delivering some of the world’s most challenging problems - in this case enabling technologies to deliver a circular economy for plastics.  ·         The increase in the global demand for plastics vs the world’s current plastic-waste problem ·         What needs to be done to divert plastic-waste away from the environment and to achieve a circular economy, with a focus on emerging technologies. ·         The recent Memorandum of Understanding signing between OMV and Wood regarding the licensing of OMV’s proprietary technology, ReOil. But how will this collaboration and ReOil help create a circular economy? This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. This is episode seven out of the 11-episode series. The episode features: ·         Dr. Stefan Pirker, Head of Technology and Innovation Management, Chemical Recycling with OMV, based in Austria ·         Richard Spires, Wood’s Technology Development Director, based in Reading, UK To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

We discuss how the Middle East can become a global hydrogen player. We cover the key steps to maximise the regions hydrogen potential, the technology commercialisation required and the likely impact of COP27 on future strategy.  ·         What are the key steps to maximise the advantages that the Middle East has for developing the hydrogen industry? ·         What are the key technologies that can best utilise investment and lead to commercialisation of the region’s natural resources? ·         What would you like to see coming out of COP27 to support the Middle East’s development as it aims to become a global hydrogen leader? This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. This is episode six out of the 11-episode series. The episode features: Daryl Wilson, Executive Director for the Hydrogen Council in Ontario, Canada. Daryl is a versatile leader with more than 35 years of progressive industrial management experience in environmental technology, operations, manufacturing, human resources, product development, and organisational change developed in world class organisations, including Dofasco, Toyota, Zenon Environmental and Hydrogenics. Stuart Turl, Business Development Director - Energy Transition, based in London, UK. Stuart has a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Imperial College London and is a chartered member of the Institute of Civil Engineers. While working within Consulting at Wood, Stuart has gained experience on greenfield onshore and offshore pipeline design projects, ranging from FEED to detailed design and project management services. Additionally, Stuart has site experience, working on both onshore and offshore operations.  To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

We discuss Wood’s lifecycle approach to digital twin and how this helps to execute major projects, whilst outlining the importance of transforming businesses and maintain digital twins in order to create real lasting value. We explore:·         Using digital twins to transform the operating phase of an asset ·         Executing major projects by producing digital twins of an asset ·         Importance of transforming businesses and maintaining digital twins to create lasting value This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. This is episode five out of the 11-episode series. This episode features:·         David Docherty, Wood’s Global Manager Autonomous Control and Optimisation, based in Staines, UK.·         Dr Tobias Scheele, AVEVA’s SVP Engineering Business, based in the Orange County in California To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

We discuss the regulations and policies required to accelerate decarbonisation solutions in the Middle East, how we integrate renewable solutions in existing infrastructure and the challenges faced in modifying assets, as well as the workforce and skill-sets required to undertake this transition. ·         Regulations and policies required to accelerate decarbonisation solutions ·         Integrating renewable solutions into existing infrastructure and the challenges in modifying assets ·         Workforce and skill-sets required to undertake this This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. This is episode four out of the 12-episode series. The episode features:·         Stuart Turl, Wood’s Business Development Director for Energy Transition, based in London, UK.·         Chris Ryan, Wood’s Project Director for the Basrah Gas Company contract for flare capturing. In his role as Project Director, Chris supports the Basrah Gas Company’s flare capturing portfolio, considered one of the largest flare capture projects in the world. Chris is based in Dubai. To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

We will be exploring the unique relationship between the UK and the UAE and how the countries – with all of their expertise, heritage and ambition – can work together to lead the way on the global energy transition. How are the countries working together to decarbonise energy while ensuring security of supply? How can they work together to reskill a workforce for a low carbon energy ecosystem? How will cross-border investment and alignment drive progress towards net-zero ambitions? This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector.   This is episode three out of the 11-episode series. The episode features: Mike Mair, Wood’s Vice President Growth & Development, in Abu Dhabi Ryan McPherson, Regional Director with the Energy Industries Council, in Abu Dhabi To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. 

We discuss the methane detection challenges operators are facing around the world and how newly enacted regulation is changing the decarbonisation landscape across industrial assets.    How are operators managing methane emissions today? How will newly enforced regulations affect operations? What can operators do to overcome these challenges? This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. The is episode two out of the 11-episode series. This episode features: Brian Chalmers, Wood’s President, Growth & Development, in Houston, Texas.Dan Carter, Wood’s Vice President, Decarbonisation & New Energies, in Reading, UK  To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. 

Listen to our experts discuss the role of technology in optimising energy producing assets to ensure energy security. What role is technology playing in maximising the potential of existing operating assets to ensure energy security?Can technology help us drive efficiencies in cost and site capacity?How do we guarantee that operational efficiency is considered early on and is not an after-thought? This episode is brought to you from our live podcast studio at ADIPEC 2022, where we are hosting live podcasts from the heart of the conference exhibition, travelling deep into the minds of industry experts and influencers to gain valuable insights and perspectives on challenging issues and the opportunities facing the energy sector. This is episode one out of the 11-episode series. The episode features:  Dan Rigby, Wood’s Vice President, Growth and Development EMEA (Consulting), in Aberdeen, UK Gavin Maxwell, Wood’s Vice President, Asset Performance Optimisation, in Glasgow, UK To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

As the industry aims to drive greater efficiency and optimise operations, digital solutions are being explored and introduced into the maintenance lifecycle. Wood and Xplorobot guests discuss the everyday challenges they are overcoming at manufacturing plants and refining facilities through autonomously operating robotics. They share the results from their pilot programme and the potential use cases for this technology.   Nicholas Pierson, Wood, Vice President US North & West Operations Americas, is accountable for the successful execution of existing US North & West region operations, maintenance and brownfield modification and construction contracts, developing new business opportunities and leading approximately 700 employees. Nicholas is a University of Wyoming graduate and has 18 years of experience in various operational, technical, and leadership roles within the energy industry.     Richard Clarke, Xplorobot, Chief Technology Officer, has a B.A. in Engineering from the University of Cambridge, UK, and a PhD in Geophysics from the French Petroleum Institute. He worked on seismic imaging and processing R&D at bp for 17 years and then as Chief Geophysicist at Spectrum and TGS for 5 years before joining Xplorobot as CTO in 2020. While at bp he received OTC awards for his work on the Valhall Life of Field and Atlantis deep water ocean bottom nodes projects.    Oleg Mikhailov, Xplorobot, Co-founder and CEO, has held executive roles in the oil and gas industry across eight countries and three continents. He has led large scale on-shore and off-shore operations, negotiated multi-billion-dollar international commercial agreements and deployed novel technology for oil and gas exploration and production. Oleg is currently leading Xplorobot, focusing on automation of data processing, analysis and anomaly identification at the edge without uploading data to cloud servers. Oleg has a Ph.D. from MIT and an MBA from UC Berkeley. To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. 

The International Energy Agency released a report in 2021, outlining the critical role minerals will play in the energy transition. The report highlighted the startling mismatch between the world’s climate ambitions and the availability of critical metals & minerals needed to realize a clean energy economy.      This is the second of two episodes exploring the future of mining, with this episode asking if green mining is the key to resourcing the energy transition and decarbonizing the world?    This episode features:  Mike Woloschuk, Wood’s global technical leader for mineral processing, Salt Lake City, USA  Julian Sparks, Wood's mining strategy lead, Santiago, Chile  David Bleiker, Wood’s mining sector leader for environment and infrastructure, Mississauga, Canada    To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. 

The International Energy Agency released a report in 2021, outlining the critical role minerals will play in the energy transition. The report highlighted the startling mismatch between the world’s climate ambitions and the availability of critical metals & minerals needed to realise a clean energy economy. So how will we resource the energy transition? And, will mining ultimately decarbonize the world?   This episode features: Mike Woloschuk, Wood’s global technical leader for mineral processing, Salt Lake City, USA Julian Sparks, Woods’ mining strategy lead, Santiago, Chile David Bleiker, Wood’s mining sector leader for environment and infrastructure, Oakville, Ontario, Canada To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. 

Wood experts focus on the production of blue hydrogen and the challenges and connected perceptions around Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) versus Autothermal Reforming (ATR). What are some of the technologies available for making blue hydrogen, and how do they work? How do some of those technologies stack up in terms of the energy transition? What are some of the myths around blue hydrogen?  Brian McCarthy, Wood, Vice President – Technology and ProductsBrian’s responsibilities include stewardship of process technology and related equipment portfolio including steam methane reforming and synthetic natural gas generation. Brian is an active leader in developing Wood’s overall hydrogen strategy. Brian is based in Hampton, New Jersey. Brittney Drake, Wood, Business Development Director, Energy Assets & Technology With a background in technical design across the refining, petrochemical and mining industries, including extensive time spent in the field. Brittney is responsible for the strategic direction, vision and growth for Wood licensed process technologies, specialist equipment and modular delivery solutions. Brittney is based in Houston, Texas. Omar Bedani, Business Development Director, Global Hydrogen TechnologyOriginally a process engineer working on fired heaters, Omar has built significant experience and expertise in designing steam reformer heaters for hydrogen production. He now works in business development, growing our global hydrogen technology capability. He has a master’s degree in chemical engineering from Politecnico di Milano. Omar is based in Milan, Italy.  To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast

There is a lot of interest in how hydrogen can be one of the solutions in the race to net zero. But do we really understand how hydrogen can enable that transition and what the stages really are? Join our experts as they explain how we can simplify the rhetoric that surrounds hydrogen. Josh Carmichael, Wood, Vice President of HydrogenJosh has more than a decade experience in the renewable energy field and is considered a leader in both the renewable energy and transport sectors. He has advised some of the world’s largest corporations and governments and delivered key global projects and policies for both hydrogen and large-scale grid batteries in Asia Pac, Europe and Africa. Josh is based in Utrecht in the Netherlands. Brittney Drake, Wood, Business Development Director, Energy Assets & TechnologyWith a background in technical design across the refining, petrochemical and mining industries, including extensive time spent in the field. Brittney is responsible for the strategic direction, vision and growth for Wood licensed process technologies, specialist equipment and modular delivery solutions. Brittney is based in Houston, Texas. Brian McCarthy, Wood, Vice President – Technology and ProductsBrian’s responsibilities include stewardship of process technology and related equipment portfolio including steam methane reforming and synthetic natural gas generation. Brian is an active leader in developing Wood’s overall hydrogen strategy. Brian is based in Hampton, New Jersey. To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast.

In our world of transition, how do organisations and even countries stay on path to achieve net zero? Following the Biden Administration’s commitment to halve carbon emissions by 2030 and in the lead up to the UN Climate Conference later this year, Wood experts and guest from Wood Mackenzie’s consulting practice discuss drivers behind net-zero goals and the keys to mapping and delivering on these targets.  This episode features: Dan Carter, Wood’s Global Director of Decarbonisation and New Energies Dan is responsible for our decarbonisation strategy and new energy offerings across a wide range of industries. He is based in Reading, UK.  Steve Kiser, Wood’s Energy Sector Leader in the Americas An agent of change with extensive energy and infrastructure experience, Steve helps deliver services related to the energy transition, enabling operations to be more efficient and sustainable. He is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Melany Vargas, Wood Mackenzie’s Director of Gas & LNG Consulting With her market experience in energy and natural resources across the value chain, Melany advises a wide variety of clients on technology and investments to accelerate the energy transition. She is based in Houston, Texas. To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. 

Our Power of Partnership podcast series is focused on how disruptive and innovative working models can unlock solutions to many of our world’s most critical challenges. During this episode, we explore how new and innovative partnerships can be the catalyst for the future success of the energy industry in the UK continental shelf (UKCS). We look at how redefined client-supplier relationships can unlock transformative value, and importantly, we discuss how innovative ways of working can propel progress towards a net zero future. Craig Shanaghey, Wood, President, Operations - Europe, Middle East & Africa Craig Shanaghey leverages his three decades of multi-industry experience, and diverse expertise developed through operational and strategic roles to lead a resilient and high-performing business, focused on unlocking solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. Craig is focused on building strategic partnerships to drive business growth and unlock transformative value. Craig is based in Aberdeen, UK. Katy Heidenreich, OGUK, Supply Chain & Operations Director Katy Heidenreich is the Supply Chain & Operations Director at OGUK with responsibility for promoting industry’s competitiveness throughout the lifecycle of upstream operations, from exploration through to decommissioning, to encourage investment and ensure the UK can meet as much of its own energy needs as possible. Katy champions the world-class capabilities of the UK supply chain to maximise its opportunity to drive the technology and innovation required to deliver net zero targets. Katy Heidenreich brings more than 25 years of industry experience to the role, mainly from Schlumberger Oilfield Services where she worked in across a variety of technical, commercial and senior management roles in the UK, Norway and Azerbaijan. To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast

The rapid evolvement of artificial intelligence is changing the pace at which we enhance industrial processes for the future. Wood and Microsoft guests speak to how they are teaming up to leverage the full potential of data science and domain expertise through Project Bonsai, a disruptive tool making the power of AI automation within reach for operators. What factors and technology do we depend on for success? Where do organisations start in embracing this technology? This episode features: Prabu Parthasarathy, Vice President of Applied Intelligence, Wood Evolving Wood’s portfolio of intelligent software solutions and technical partnerships, he is reshaping the world of industrial controls across multiple industries. Prabu is based in Houston, TX.   Kence Anderson, Principal Program Manager for Autonomous Systems, Microsoft A pioneer in the autonomous systems space, he has designed over 100 learning control systems for enterprise companies. Kence is based in San Francisco, CA.   Winston Jenks, Technical Director for Applied Intelligence, Wood Winston brings leading simulator products to market that enhance communication with industrial processes and controls. He is based in Houston, TX.  To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. 

In the face of today’s uncertainty, Wood experts discuss commodities, market outlook and building resilience for our future. Are commodities today following typical supply demand patterns? Is this period of volatility is different from others? How is the mining industry being impacted and why is it proving to be more resilient than others? This episode features:David Bleiker, global mining sector lead for environment and infrastructure (Toronto)Mike Woloschuk, global technical lead for mineral processing and vice president global mining consulting (Salt Lake City, Utah)Julian Sparks, global mining strategy lead (Santiago) To connect with our guests and explore related insights, subscribe to The Wood Podcast at www.woodplc.com/podcast. David Bleiker, Wood’s global mining sector leader for environment and infrastructure. During his 25-year consulting career, he’s become a leading voice in tailings management. He has a strong expertise in hydrology, hydrogeology, geotechnical and conceptual studies and has worked on numerous landmark projects related to mine waste management, mine closure and water management. David is based in Toronto. Mike Woloschuk, Wood’s global technical leader for mineral processing and vice president, global mining consulting for mining and minerals. A former partner and head of process engineering for Canada’s largest precious metals-focused private equity fund, Mike brings 25 years of experience in the mining industry including operations, capital projects and corporate development. His commodity experience includes gold, silver, nickel, cobalt, copper, and uranium. An Australian-Canadian, Mike is based in Salt Lake City and is a two-time Asia-Pacific men’s championship curler. Julian Sparks, Wood’s global mining strategy lead. He has 15 years of experience in capital projects in the nuclear and mining industries. Throughout his career, he has worked for large global engineering and construction companies and client organisations in the UK and South America. Originally from South Africa, Julian is based in Santiago.