Global training powerhouse and leader of innovative blended and technology-enabled learning programmes to the energy industry, 3t Energy Group (3t), has announced the signing of a brand-new agreement that sees Horizon OilWell Academy operate as the Group’s agent in Iraq.
Utilising a diverse portfolio of solutions, learning tools, and training courses provided by global partners and suppliers, IWCF-accredited training provider, Horizon OilWell Academy, aims to help develop the next generation of petroleum professionals. Supporting the complete value chain within the industry, Horizon OilWell Academy promote training experiences that are designed to reflect real-world experiences.
This latest agreement with 3t will see Horizon OilWell Academy adopt three of the Group’s portfolio of businesses, including the provision of Drilling Systems’ fully immersive simulator products, 3t Transform’s ground-breaking and innovative VR technology, and bespoke training courses tailored to suit the requirements of the region, provided by AIS Survivex.
This new agreement will see 3t continue to strengthen its global output, this agent agreement is a promising development that will allow the Group to grow its presence in Iraq and support the region with its world-class training and award-winning solutions.
Discussing what this new agreement means for 3t, Ian Hunt, VP of Sales for MENA said: “This is an incredibly exciting development for the Group that will allow 3t the chance to make a lasting impact on the standards of training within the region and the level of employee confidence and competence.
Working with Horizon OilWell Academy, it was clear that they have significant knowledge within the region after developing invaluable connections to local training institutions. As we look ahead to the future of this agreement, we have several exciting projects in the pipeline in collaboration with Horizon OilWell Academy that will allow us to show the capabilities of our blended learning solutions and immersive learning technology including our simulators and VR programmes.”
Murtada ALSayad, Horizon Oil Well’s Iraq Business Development Manager, commented: “It’s great to have 3t Energy Group on board with us as we continue to improve workforce performance and support the future growth of our industry. Having previously used the Group’s simulators and technology for previous training projects, we have seen first-hand the potential of this innovative technology and how it can drive transformative results. Our previous experiences with the Group have assured us that they are an excellent partner, and thanks to our experience in the region, we know that we can leverage our knowledge to get the Group’s innovative, market-leading technology in front of the correct audience.”