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Technical & Professional Programs Committee Hosts Dr. Paul Lyford in Distinguished Lecturer Program
The Technical & Professional Programs committee successfully completed its 3rd SPE-KSA Distinguished Lecturer Program, titled “CO2 Storage Resource Management System”. The session took place on Tuesday, 1st of October in Baker Hughes Dhahran Techno Valley. Where we welcomed distinguished lecturer, Dr. Paul Lyford, General Manager Planning Portfolio and Resource Management at Santos Ltd, who gave a fruitful and engaging lecture on the standardization approaches and the future of Storage Resources Management System. The event was…
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SPE-KSA T&PP’S Distinguished Lecturer Program Hosts Dr. Pallav Sarma
SPE-KSA T&PP’S Distinguished Lecturer Program Hosts Dr. Pallav Sarma The SPE-KSA Technical & Professional Programs successfully hosted its second event of the Distinguished Lecturer Program (DLP) series titled “Physics Embedded Machine Learning for Modeling and Optimization of Mature Fields.” Held on May 19th, 2024, the insightful lecture was delivered by Dr. Pallav Sarma, Co-founder and Chief Scientist at Tachyus. The event highlighted a novel approach known as Data Physics, which combines the strengths of physics-based…
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SPE-KSA September Dinner Meeting – Celebrating Saudi Ambition: A Closer Look at the Kingdom’s Vision 2030
In a pivotal moment of global transformation, Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 stands out as a beacon of ambitious reform and visionary progress. This ambitious blueprint represents a profound reimagining of the Kingdom’s economic, social, and cultural landscape, aiming not only to enhance its global standing but to catalyze a transformative renaissance. Central to this monumental journey is the National Transformation Program (NTP), a dynamic engine driving this evolution under the leadership of Mr. Thamer Alsadoun,…
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SPE-KSA June Dinner Meeting with Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Jadhai, CEO of Elm
SPE-KSA’s Technical & Professional Programs inaugurated the Dinner Meeting series of the 2023-25 term with the theme of Digital Transformation and the remarkable milestone of SPE-KSA’s 65th anniversary. This commemorative evening was attended by over 500 professionals, including key leaders from the oil and gas industry, celebrating SPE-KSA’s enduring legacy, while standing ready to embrace the future. Under the title of “Navigating the Digital Frontier: Enabling the Kingdom’s Growth,” the evening featured the esteemed Dr.…
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SPE-KSA National Day Video | Decades of Excellence
In celebration of Saudi Arabia’s National Day, the SPE-KSA PR Committee launched a series of videos capturing decades of excellence across pivotal areas that shape the Kingdom’s future. Recognizing the critical importance of developing the next generation,the Committee collaborated with Yamamah University, led by Sara Al Shehri, to inspirestudents to take the reins in shaping the future of energy. Equally important is theirdedication to building a strong and cohesive society, demonstrated through charitableinitiatives, with the video…
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Retrofitting GenAl for Secure Energy Applications
SPE-KSA’s Information Technology Committee has successfully conducted a session on November 12, 2024 titled Retrofitting GenAl for Secure Energy Applications. Hafiz Farooq from Aramco’s Upstream Information Security Division delivered an insightful talk highlighting the critical aspects of Generative AI, covering key areas including the evolution of GenAI spectrum, which highlights the rapidly changing landscape; the threat landscape with emerging GenAI, where he examined the increasing risks and vulnerabilities associated with GenAI; detection & protection against…
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Digital Wellbeing: Creativity and Reactivity, Productivity & Distraction
Digital Wellbeing: Creativity and Reactivity, Productivity & Distraction On May 23, 2024, the SPE-KSA Information and Technology Committee, in collaboration with the Sync program, hosted a significant workshop titled “Digital Wellbeing: Creativity and Reactivity, Productivity and Distraction.” The event, which took place at the Ithra Knowledge Tower – Floor 15, aimed to emphasize strategies for achieving a healthy digital balance. Mohammed Alotaibi served as the Master of Ceremonies for the event, ensuring a smooth flow…
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ROSHD Workshop: Effective Communications by MISK
On August 4, 2024, SPE-KSA Human Capital Committee, in collaboration with MISK, hosted an engaging workshop on “Effective Communication”. The event aimed to enhance participants’ abilities to communicate persuasively and become effective leaders. The workshop featured Murtadha Al-Yousef as the speaker, who provided insights into effective communication techniques. His talk emphasized the importance of effective communication and how it is an essential factor towards the path of great success. Over 100 attendees participated in…
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Bridging Sustainability and Economics: Circular Practices in Event Management
By Nazhoon AlNashea, Echo/Event Management Team Member In a world where environmental consciousness is no longer optional but essential, the event management industry holds a significant responsibility. Events, by their very nature, are resource-intensive, often generating considerable waste and consuming substantial energy. Recognizing this, SPE-KSA’s Event Management team has embarked on a journey to transform its event management practices to be more sustainable, aligning with the Kingdom’s broader vision of achieving net-zero emissions. Our strategy,…
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Excellence in Energy: Aramco’s innovations on display at ADIPEC 2024
Tens of thousands visit booth at high-level conference Aramco’s presence at the 2024 Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) was a resounding success, attracting more than 23,000 visitors to its booth. This year’s exhibition showcased the company’s dedication to innovation and sustainability within the energy sector, with a particular emphasis on decarbonization and advanced digital solutions. The Aramco booth served as a hub for industry leaders, including ministers, government officials, and key members…
