Dear Colleagues,
I am delighted to welcome you to our 2024 symposium titled “Drilling Efficiency and Sustainability Through Digital Transformation” taking place in Al Khobar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. As we continue to navigate the challenges of the oil and gas industry, it is becoming increasingly clear that digitalisation will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.
Digitalisation has already started to transform many aspects of our lives, and the oil and gas sector is no exception. In the drilling domain, real-time data monitoring and automation, predictive analytics, virtual reality, and digital technologies have the power to revolutionise the way we work. By bringing together leaders and innovators in this field, we hope to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking that will ultimately benefit the industry as a whole and address common challenges.
This event aims to provide a platform for discussion, sharing of experiences, and collaboration among industry experts, researchers, and practitioners. Our goal is to explore the current state of digitalization in drilling operations, examine its potential benefits and challenges, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Speakers from elite drilling operators will share insights into their experiences and success stories in implementing digital solutions. The symposium will cover intriguing topics including automation advancement, emerging technologies for HSE and sustainability, remote operations, and more.
Together, let us explore the exciting possibilities that digitalization offers and chart a course towards a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future for drilling operations.
I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the programme co-chairs, organisational staff, and members of the programme committee for their tireless efforts in planning this remarkable event. Their dedication and commitment to excellence have resulted in a truly outstanding programme that promises to be both educative and entertaining for all attendees. It's a privilege to be part of such a prestigious gathering, and I am confident that it will be a memorable experience for everyone involved.
Yours sincerely,
Hamad A. Alnaim
Symposium Chairperson
Drilling and Workover Systems Manager
Upstream Digital Centre
Aramco