How two local training firms could transform the global energy industry with new technology

Two businesses in industrial training and simulation are coming together to create a unique technology-focused organisation, aiming to help the global energy industry work more efficiently.

3T Energy Group is to combine simulator developer and manufacturer, Drilling Systems with industrial training provider, AIS to bring a different approach towards training people for the energy sector worldwide.

Together, Drilling Systems and AIS Training have a global reach with offices and distributors in the world’s biggest oil and gas hubs including Houston, Dubai, Jakarta, Canada, Vietnam and Australia amongst others.

The 3T approach will see technology - like simulators, e-learning, virtual reality and integrated software - used alongside traditional training methods to enhance the skills, knowledge and performance of energy sector personnel.

Paul Stonebanks, group president at 3T Energy Group, said: “The 3T Group is a global business with an outstanding team of people, expertise and assets and we plan to embrace and leverage our combined strength to meet the needs of the energy sector moving forward.

“Using the largest portfolio of courses, integrated software platforms, simulation, digital technologies and an unmatched customer footprint, 3T will transform, connect and power the energy industry across the world.”

One example of this technology already being used in the field is Drilling Systems’ On-The-Rig (OTR) product - a mobile simulator using extremely realistic scenarios.

3T Energy Group is responding directly to the changing needs of the oil and gas sector.

Its aim is to substantially reduce the amount of time and cost involved in managing skills and competencies, at the same time as delivering better trained personnel, improving levels of safety and increasing profitability.

London-based private equity firm, Blue Water Energy (BWE), which acquired Drilling Systems in 2015, has provided investment to help the new group achieve its growth plans, including global acquisitions and three new training centres in the next two years.

Ian Hudson, chief executive officer at 3T Energy Group, added: “We are delighted to launch 3T to the global energy sector. Ultimately 3T’s aim is to enable energy industry businesses to work smarter, safer and more efficiently.

“We will utilise the power of technology to help drive higher safety standards and provide a better education for the workforce of tomorrow.”