The oil and gas industry stands at a critical technological inflection point, where innovation, efficiency and adaptability are no longer optional but essential for survival. One such technology is an advanced platform that can provide a unified, accessible data environment for enhancing collaboration and efficiency.
Mar 10, 2025•18 min
Join us for a special episode of the World Oil Deep Dive Podcast, broadcasting from the 35th Annual Produced Water Society Conference in Houston, TX. This episode dives into the heart of innovative strategies for managing produced water in the oil and gas industry, featuring insights from key players like Raj Ghimire of Badwater Alchemy, EdButler of E3 Solutions, and Ryan Manning of Parsolvo. Discover the transformative approaches to treating and repurposing produced water, exploring everything ...
Feb 17, 2025
Continuing with Gulf Energy Information's Women in Leadership series, we welcome Carol Lloyd, Vice President, Planning and Stewardship, ExxonMobil. In this episode, Ms. Lloyd discusses various aspects of her respected career, including mentorship, building a professional network, increasing credibility and influence within an organization, and other aspects of being a leader in the energy industry.
Feb 11, 2025•18 min
In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, we’re coming to you live from SPE's, Hydraulic Fracturing Technology Conference in The Woodlands, Texas. We sit down with Justin Allison, Senior Engineering Advisor from Thru Tubing Solutions (TTS) to discuss a groundbreaking innovation in frac plug technology—the UnPlug system. Unlike anything seen before, this decentralized stage isolation method is eliminating failure points, improving efficiency, and reducing drill-out risks for operators. Justin share...
Feb 06, 2025•42 min
In this episode, adapted from the Gulf Energy Information webcast, the editors of World Oil, Petroleum Economist, Pipeline & Gas Journal, Hydrogen Economist and Hydrocarbon Processing discuss how Trump's incoming administration will shape global energy markets and the effects of future policy and regulations. Key topics include regulatory changes, adjustments in subsidies and taxes, and potential impacts on the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors worldwide.
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 11 min
As the global upstream industry prepares to satisfy a very robust outlook for oil and gas development in the next few years, Weatherford President and CEO Girish Saligram sees his firm as well-positioned to capitalize on the forward momentum. Having successfully restructured Weatherford and eliminated considerable debt over the last several years, Saligram believes his company will excel in technology differentiation is driving innovation and solving customer problems. He sees a much more produc...
Dec 10, 2024
World Oil sat down with Hamza Hallal, Senior Manager, Monogram/APIQR, American Petroleum Institute (API), to discuss API's Monogram Program, and how the association monitors and engages with users to ensure that they are following API standards and specifications.
Dec 02, 2024•16 min
On this episode, Live from ADIPEC, World Oil speaks with two SMEs from ITT on the future of pumps in upstream operations. The discussions include how multi-face pump designs are advancing, selecting the best pump for a customer's specific application and how digital technologies, such as condition monitoring, are optimizing pump operations, and much more.
Nov 21, 2024•12 min
World Oil met with Rob McGreevy, Chief Product Officer, AVEVA, at ADIPEC. In this episode, Mr. McGreevy details how digital technologies-such as generative AI, visualization and digital twins-can/are being used to decarbonize the energy sector and optimize oil, gas and energy value chains.
Nov 19, 2024•14 min
Leading up to the Women's Global Leadership Conference in Energy, Gulf Energy Information sat down with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation. In this episode, Ms. Alting discusses her career progression and the role of women in the oil and gas industry, including major inflection points of her career, advice for attracting and retaining female talent, advice for young women starting their career and much more.
Nov 12, 2024•17 min
In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, host Austin Milburn welcomes James Rhys-Davies, Technical Director at NOV Extract Production, to discuss groundbreaking advancements in artificial lift technology. Dive into the mechanics and impacts of the new Integrated Gas Processor (IGP), a revolutionary tool designed to enhance the efficiency of gas handling and mitigate production downtime in the oil and gas sector. James provides an in-depth look at how the IGP's modular design and innovative featur...
Nov 01, 2024
Join World Oil for an exclusive tour of Forum Energy Technologies’ Cannon Cable Guard facility in Stafford, Texas. Host Austin Milburn explores breakthrough solutions in Artificial Lift with Jason Williams, VP of Multi-Lift Solutions, and Brent Stroud, VP of Sales North America. Discover the industry's common failure points and learn how FET's proactive technologies—including the Cannon Cable Guard, Sand Guard, Pump Saver Plus, and Magna Guard—are revolutionizing wellsite operations by preventin...
Oct 29, 2024•26 min
Corrosion can be detrimental to efficient oil and gas operations. In this episode, World Oil spoke with Mike Aughenbaugh, Target Market Manager, Oil and Gas Market, Swagelok, to discuss what types of environments are more susceptible to corrosion, the costs of corrosion on infrastructure and operations, the types of corrosion operators should look out for, and the best ways to prevent and/or remediate corrosion in oil and gas systems.
Oct 29, 2024•14 min
In the inaugural episode of World Oil’s AI in Energy podcast series, host Greg Trostel from Rockwell Automation is joined by Phil Schwarz, senior industry strategist at OpenText. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the oil and gas industry, from production optimization and data workflows to safety and sustainability. Phil draws on decades of experience to discuss how AI is revolutionizing the man-machine relationship, predictive maintenance, and information management...
Sep 27, 2024•29 min
In this special episode, we bring you highlights from the 2024 Artificial Lift Conference & Exhibition. Listen in as experts from Forum Energy Technologies (FET), Baker Hughes, Halliburton and Sensia share insights on innovative tools and technologies such as gas separators, cable protectors and ESP systems that are driving efficiency and safety in artificial lift operations.
Sep 20, 2024•26 min•Season 8Ep. 9
In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, we sit down with Neha Sahdev from ChampionX to discuss the latest innovations in artificial lift optimization. Neha shares insights from the Artificial Lift Conference and highlights ChampionX's cutting-edge digital solutions like ALLY, designed to streamline production across multiple well types. We explore the growing role of automation, machine learning, and AI in enhancing well productivity, the importance of a one-stop shop for operators, and the exci...
Sep 17, 2024•22 min•Season 8Ep. 8
In this episode, Jim Watkins and Austin Millburn sit down with Dr. Jeff Rogozinski from Sherwin-Williams to introduce Pipeclad™ Frac-Shun ERC. They discuss how this advanced coating technology is engineered to handle the most abrasive conditions in fracing, offering superior protection for wellhead components. Learn about the rigorous testing, field applications, and the substantial impact Pipeclad™ Frac-Shun ERC could have on enhancing operational efficiency at the frac site. For more informati...
Aug 30, 2024•24 min•Season 8Ep. 7
This episode originally appeared on our sister podcast, The Reservoir. Peter Schlicht is the Geology Technical Director for the Reservoir Performance division. He joints the team from Brazil, where he shares more on infrastructure-led exploration from a geological perspective. He breaks down this complex topic into a digestible discussion – and how the geology is more than just rock type. Stay tuned until the end for a special sneak peek of his role as Core Counselor.
Aug 13, 2024•36 min•Season 8Ep. 5
In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, Jim Watkins sits down with Parker Wellbore CEO Sandy Esslemont and TDE Founder and CEO Gerhard Thonhauser to talk about their recent partnership and the innovative tde powerline technology. They explain how their collaboration will change drilling operations with high-speed data and power transmission, resulting in major improvements in efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Hear about the innovative solutions they've implemented and what the future holds...
Aug 07, 2024•28 min•Season 8Ep. 6
In this episode, we journey to Duncan, Oklahoma—the birthplace of Halliburton—to explore their latest advancements in electric fracturing technology. Host Jim Watkins is joined by Halliburton's VP of Production Enhancement, Shawn Stasiuk, and Chris Atchley, Sr. Product Manager of Production Enhancement. Together, they discuss the evolution of hydraulic fracturing, from the industry's inception to today's cutting-edge electric fracking systems. Discover how Halliburton's new modular ZEUS electric...
Jul 17, 2024•43 min•Season 8Ep. 3
In this episode, we speak with Haavard Oestensen, Chief Commercial Officer at Kongsberg Digital, recorded live at OTC. Discover how Kongsberg Digital is transforming the oil and gas industry by leveraging digital twins, AI and cloud technologies. Oestensen shares his journey from software engineering to leading Kongsberg Digital’s market strategy, discusses the strategic implementation of digital twins and provides insights into the challenges and successes of adopting digital transformation in ...
Jul 10, 2024•29 min
This episode of the World Oil Deep Dive podcast, hosted by Jim Watkins, features engaging and insightful discussions at the Energy Workforce & Technology Council event. The episode begins with Jim welcoming listeners and quickly moves into a series of interviews with various industry leaders and engineers, discussing various aspects of the energy and oilfield services markets, along with the technologies shaping the industry.
Jul 03, 2024•50 min
In this episode of "World Oil Deep Dive," host Jim Watkins engages with several industry leaders at the Energy Workforce & Technology Council (EWTC) 2024 Annual Meeting. The discussion focuses on market trends, technological advancements, and innovative initiatives within the oil and gas sector.
Jun 30, 2024•39 min•Season 7Ep. 22
Discover the cutting-edge technology behind GEODynamics' new perf gun families, EPIC Precision and EPIC Flex, in this episode of "World Oil Deep Dive." Host Jim Watkins engages with industry experts Zach Wade, Mike Surgenor, and Joey Prestenbach to discuss the design, functionality, and customer benefits of these innovative tools. Listen in to understand how GEODynamics is setting new standards in perforation technology.
Jun 28, 2024•9 min
In this episode of "World Oil Deep Dive," we explore the critical topic of reducing energy intensity with an expert panel from Schneider Electric. Join host Jim Watkins as he engages with Eric Koenig, Vychan Noble, and Amit Kar in a comprehensive discussion on the latest market trends and technologies shaping the oil and gas industry. Learn about Schneider Electric's strategic approaches, including the importance of digitization, collaborative industry efforts, and sustainable practices.
Jun 26, 2024•34 min•Season 7Ep. 23
Join us in this special episode of the World Oil Deep Dive, recorded live at the Marine Construction and Engineering Deepwater Development Conference in Amsterdam. Andy McDowell, along with Kurt Abraham, Editor-in-Chief of World Oil, engages with Boyd Howell from MODEC and Robert Large from OneSubsea about the importance of industry collaboration, emerging themes, and technological advancements in deepwater development. Also, hear from Stephane Hiron of SLB on the future of electrification in of...
Jun 24, 2024•23 min
In this episode of World Oil Deep Dive, we sit down with Dirk Bosman from Baker Hughes to discuss their strategic push into the North American wireline market. Dirk shares insights on Baker Hughes' new addressable gun system and the unique partnerships driving their growth in this highly competitive landscape. We explore the importance of tailored solutions, lessons from international markets, and the exciting potential of the US market.
Jun 24, 2024•15 min
In this episode, we're with Larry Ingoldsby from NOV. We discuss the unique, customizable solutions NOV offers, including their new multi-configurable wireline trucks designed to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Larry also highlights the importance of wireline operations in the oil and gas sector and discusses the impact of industry events like the Wireline Mixer on fostering innovation and collaboration.
Jun 21, 2024•16 min
In this episode, we catch up with Patrick McKeever from Oil States Energy Services at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC). Patrick introduces us to the award-winning ACTIVELatch, a groundbreaking technology recognized with the Technology Spotlight Award. We discuss its innovative features, including a 100% wireless, battery-powered design, intuitive user interface and enhanced safety protocols. Learn about its field applications and how it's transforming efficiency and safety in the oil and...
Jun 20, 2024•19 min•Season 7Ep. 21
In this special episode from the Marine Construction and Engineering Deepwater Development conference in Amsterdam, we dive into discussions about market trends, cutting-edge technologies and the importance of collaboration in the deepwater development sector. Listen as industry leaders share their insights on new technological advancements aimed at reducing offshore emissions, optimizing subsea infrastructure and transforming the economics of smaller developments. The episode also explores the ...
Jun 04, 2024•17 min•Season 7Ep. 18