Energizing Economies

The College of Petroleum Engineering and Geosciences at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) showcased its excellence at the SPE International Student Paper Contest during the 100th SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition in New Orleans, LA, from September 22-25, 2024. Outstanding Achievements The event gathered top talent from around the world, with KFUPM participants winning 2nd Place internationally and being recognized for 1st Place in the MENA Region in both the Master’s…

Billal Aslam King Abdullah University of Science and Technology Ph.D. Student, Energy Resources and Petroleum Engineering President, SPE KAUST Student Chapter What does SPE mean to you? SPE is important to me for several reasons. Firstly, it’s a place where professionals from the energy industry can meet and exchange ideas that transcend geographical boundaries. These interactions with visionary individuals help shape the industry as we see it today.  Additionally, engagement with SPE has instilled in…

The SPE-KSA Young Professionals Committee, in collaboration with Saudi Aramco Drilling and Workover (D&WO) and IMI, recently organized its first offshore rig visit at IMI’s shipyard in Ras Al-Khair. The visit featured a COSL offshore rig, offering 20 young professionals from three different Admin Areas within Saudi Aramco and two service companies a unique opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to offshore operations. Participants explored the technical and operational aspects of the COSL rig and interacted…

SPE-KSA Young Professional Committee hosted a sustainability workshop titled ‘Inspiring Youth: Shaping a Sustainable Future’ on May 7. The event, facilitated by Aramco’s exceptional Upstream Development Strategy & Reserves team, provided an enriching experience. During the workshop, we delved into crucial topics such as sustainability models, the history of energy, global commitments, and innovative practices like carbon capture and utilization.

The SPE-KSA Young Professionals Committee, hosted its third flagship event “Insights” in which they had the pleasure of hosting the Executive Director of NESR, Naif Alhadrami. During the session, Mr. Alhadrami shared insights from his career, discussed the importance of sustainability within the oil and gas industry, and emphasized the value of getting involved in professional organizations such as SPE-KSA. The session took place on the 29th of May and was attended by well over…

On September 16, 2024, the SPE-KSA Young Professionals Committee hosted Abdullah Alrashid, director of Ithra, for an inspiring moderated session attended by over 90 young professionals. The speaker shared his personal journey from being a young professional to his inspirational leadership role, highlighting key lessons learned along the way. Additionally, he provided an overview of Ithra’s transformative impact on the community, detailing various initiatives aimed at fostering creativity and knowledge. Abdullah also shared the inspiration…

On December 22nd, the SPE-KSA Young Professionals Committee hosted a workshop on Financial Acumen for Engineers in collaboration with the Aramco Business School. The session aimed to bridge the gap between engineering and finance, empowering 29 young professionals with essential financial knowledge to enhance their decision-making and strategic thinking. Participants explored key financial concepts tailored for engineering professionals, gaining insights into linking technical projects with financial performance and driving value in their roles. This impactful…

SPE-KSA Trips and Social Activities (T&SA) Team in collaboration with the House Social Nursery Dammam and the Charitable Society for the Care of Orphans (Benaa) successfully held and organized “SPE-KSA Fun Day at DYNO Climbing Center” on July 6th, 2024. This event aims to emphasize on the role of SPE-KSA in adhering to social responsibility through prompting for inclusion amongst the society while celebrating the new Hijri Year. The SPE-KSA Fun day had over 102…

SPE-KSA Technical & Professional Programs: Growth Quest Successfully Completes Finance Essentials: Path to CFA Workshop in Collaboration with Kaplan Professional ME The SPE-KSA Technical & Professional Programs, in collaboration with Kaplan Professional Middle East, recently hosted a highly successful Growth Quest workshop titled “Finance Essentials: Path to CFA.” Attended by 100 mid-career professionals, this two-day event was designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program, equipping participants with essential financial…

By Safiyah Alghamdi Career growth is a multifaceted journey, uniquely defined by individuals based on their distinctive aspirations and life stages. This was the key theme explored during the third NMO session titled “Career Growth,” where industry experts gathered to discuss the nuances of professional development. Organized by the NMO team as part of the Technical & Professional Programs and held on the evening of August 14th, the event welcomed 100 attendees to an engaging…