Maersk Oil Supports Development of Qatar's Future Engineers

Press Release
Sunday, May 13, 2012

Maersk Oil Qatar ( MOQ ) sponsors the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Young Members Activities in Doha, Qatar

The three day programme includes a series of workshops, seminars and panel sessions allowing experts, researchers and leaders of the oil and gas industry to network and to share technical and industrial information with high school students, university students and young engineers.

"Education, training and development of Qatari nationals are key priorities within Maersk Oil Qatar , and this latest initiative is another way in which we are contributing to the long-term sustainable development and continued growth of Qatar," explained Sheikh Faisal Al Thani, Deputy Managing Director of Maersk Oil Qatar.

"Opportunities like the Young Members Activities Programme provide an ideal platform for young Qatari engineers and professionals to continue developing their skills and knowledge, as well as enabling the exchange of ideas and perspectives," he added.

The workshop is being held in conjunction with the SPE International Production and Operations Conference and Exhibition taking place at the Qatar National Convention Centre, from 14 to 17 May 2012.

Maersk Oil is focussed on pioneering technologies and harnessing talent to continue to operate safely and successfully, creating value for partners and host governments worldwide.

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