Oil and Gas Offshore Podcast

Thank you for tuning into another episode of the Oil and Gas Offshore podcast, I greatly appreciate your support.  On this episode we learn about several hurdles that slow down the ingestion and processing of data in real time. Our guest, SGV, has tackled these issues many times before and they know how to get […]

Data consumption is a growing topic and issue for all sectors of the oil and gas industry.  Few industries have and create as much data as oil and gas.  Creating the data is only part of the value add that data analytics can provide a business.  PowerAdvocate, our guest today, not only helps clean and […]

Technology is constantly changing the way we do business; this podcast wouldn’t be possible without the technology of today. In this episode we discuss drones and their application within the oil and gas sector. Drones offer numerous advantages that reduce safety concerns and costs. Chris Flemming, CEO of Cyberhawk, sat down with us to provide his expertise and […]

Natural disasters happen around the globe and we need to be prepared.  With these disasters come the immediate need for added supplies and support.  The U.S OSV fleet is well equipped to help service these emergency needs, but limitations and understandings create problems. Chad Fuhrmann brings some thought provoking ideas for how we could do this […]

Measurement While Drilling (MWD) and Logging While Drilling (LWD) have been around for a long time, but the access to these technologies is often limited to only the largest service companies. Oliden Technology has been able to develop, manufacture, and offer new technologies in this field that any operator can access.  Our guest, Jim Mather, BDM at Oliden […]

Project management is a massive portion of the offshore world. Offshore projects are usually large scale and complex. On this episode we discuss the hurdles to address through most projects and how Endress+Hauser offers solutions. The solutions come in several forms from Endress+Hauser, but on this show we focus on Main Instrument Service. I hope […]

We’re going to academy! Well not really, but we are going to hear about cadet life and many of the different facets that build the Maritime Academy. David Taliaferro, Commandant of Cadets from California State University Maritime Academy, joins us on the show to talk about what they offer cadets and what makes their program […]

We talk with Dave Abrams, Chief Executive Officer at Training Resources Limited, Inc. about the continuing education and licensing requirements for mariners.  Dave makes an announcement on a new mariner license management app that his company is putting out and we learn about how that can help the industry.  I felt that I learned a lot through […]

Digital Twins can be just a buzz phrase that many companies want to throw a claim on, but few companies have a true Digital Twin.  Listen in on this episode as we hear from Paul Henderson and Chad Goff from Aveva as they talk through their digital design solutions.   These systems from Aveva offer a […]

Training is vital to the success of every job.  Make the job a high stakes, high risk, scenario and that training becomes 10 times more important.  On this episode we talk to Daryl Roy, founder of 3D Media, to learn about virtual and augmented reality and how these system can greatly improve the effectiveness of […]

I had a great time recording this interview.  Ally Cedeno, Founder – Women Offshore Foundation, has a very interesting perspective on the offshore industry and how things could be changed for the better.  We talk about her experiences offshore, including real pirates and some of the issues that mariners face each day.  Anyone looking at the […]

The ocean floor holds many mysteries.  As mentioned in the intro to the show we want to bring light to offshore industry and 3D at Depth is doing exactly that for the ocean floor.  The underwater survey and inspection tools that they offer are helping to ensure safety and asset integrity for many offshore sectors.  […]

RPA, Robotic Process Automation is a new and exciting type of software that has the potential to dramatically change how we respond to the peaks and valleys of the cyclical oil industry.   Sean Jump with Sia Partners joins us on the show to discuss data science, RPA, and some of the other forward thinking technology’s […]

We’re going to learn about offshore communications and the fiber network that Tampnet has developed to connect vessels and operators.  We have Trygve Hagevik and Arnt Skavdal on the line today from Tampnet.  While satellite communications offer wide coverage areas, they often come with great expense and limited bandwidth.  There can also be a high level of latency in satellite communications.  The […]

We have The Oilfield Photographer on today’s show.  We’re going to learn about all things media production and photography in the oilfield.  While most of James Durbin’s work, The Oilfield Photographer, is based on shore and in the Permian Basin, there are great points that anyone in the industry should consider.  Social media is a huge portion […]

Super interesting topic today, ROV’s, Remotely Operated Vehicles!  Our guest Jeremiah Gilbreath shares with us some different details and insights from his many years in the industry.  ROV’s have really become mandatory in the offshore world.  They can not only increase efficiency, but they can help keep human life in a much safe position.  Reach […]

We’re back for another episode!  On this show we cover Logistics in the oil and gas sector.  This is an area that often takes a backseat to everyday operations, while quickly escalating into a huge financial liability.  Our guest, Ryan Hunt, provides great insight into the logistics problems faced every day, along with the solutions […]

Today we’re talking corrosion and erosion.  These two types of wear can be hard to monitor with historically utilized techniques.  The new technology we discuss not only increase the accuracy of the measurements, but it also keep the data fresh and on a real time schedule.  Annual inspections or bi-monthly corrosion coupon techniques need to […]

Today we talk with Stewart McGregor from Merlin ERD.  Merlin focuses on supporting specialized drilling scenarios.  They offer engineering support for Extended Reach Drilling jobs, as their name suggests, and they also offer training and operations support.  We talk about a lot of interesting items that many operators might overlook.  A return to the basics and keeping […]

Thank you for listening in on another episode of the Oil and Gas offshore podcast.  Today’s show covers all things water treatment in the oil and gas sector with Duane Devall and Buddy Boysen from Water Standard.  Whether the  water in question needs to be used for enhanced oil recovery or it needs to be discharged, Water […]

  On this episode we hear from Liz Burdock and the Business Network for Offshore Wind.  With an ever growing focus on renewable energy, Wind is a growing sector. We’ll hear from Liz that this isn’t just a Green Initiative though and Offshore Wind has a real place in the market as a viable investment.  […]

This week on Oil & Gas Offshore, Andy deep dives into IBM High Speed Data – Aspera, ShipTracks, and Fueltrax all around the maritime digital movement.    Interested in Sponsoring??  If you would like to get your company in front of our  professional audience, please contact our Director, Kathryn Mills       Upcoming Events […]

  Today we are going to hear about gyro data collection during the drilling process.  We hear a little about how these tools work and how the data can be used to drill better, higher performing wells.  To share this info we have Sean White from Gyrdodata Inc.  Guest Info: Guest Info – Sean White – […]

  On today’s show we talk to Joe Geng form Superior Glove.  Joe is a hand safety experts that has grown up in the industry.  We learn about many of the myths and facts behind hand safety and how you can make improvements in your workplace.  Superior Glove is focused on improving hand safety and […]

Out of Aberdeen Scotland, Mike Scotland comes on the show to discuss ManUP SpeakUP and the work they’re doing to help with Mental Health within the Maritime and Energy industries.  ManUP SpeakUP is based around a private Facebook group that allows it members to discuss the specific challenges of the maritime industry.  Through the discussion we’ll learn what motivated Mike to […]

In this episode, Andy is at the 2019 work boatshow in New Orleans, Louisiana sitting with CJ Bland, Outside Sales Account Manager and Mike Devine, Industrial Sales Manager at Wolseley Industriall to talk about pipe, valves, and fittings.    BCD Travel  Our travel provider of choice, as they make our Oil and Gas traveling life easier. […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Jose Soliz Vice President of US Sales at Churchill Drilling and Podcast host of Tomball Press to talk about his experience in the Oil and Gas industry and about Churchill Drilling and the different tools and service support they have to offer.    BCD Travel  Our travel provider […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Chuck Moseley, Sales Director- Offshore at Inmarsat. Andy sits down with Chuck to talk about Inmarsat and what they’re doing with their thirteen geostationary telecommunications satellites and global telecommunications    BCD Travel  Our travel provider of choice, as they make our Oil and Gas traveling life easier. And they […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Victoria Cantu, Director of Business Development at FUELTRAX. Victoria sits with Andy and talks women offshore, and her experiences in the Oil & Gas industry.    BCD Travel  Our travel provider of choice, as they make our Oil and Gas traveling life easier. And they are giving you free […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Kevin Fernandez, Project Engineer at Tidewater. Kevin talks about his position as an Engineer in the Oil & Gas industry and talks about Fueltrax and how that will effect Tidewater.    BCD Travel  Our travel provider of choice, as they make our Oil and Gas traveling life easier. And […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Jose Soliz from Churchill Drilling to talk about his experience in the Oil and Gas industry and about Churchill Drilling and the different tools and service support they have to offer.    BCD Travel  Our travel provider of choice, as they make our Oil and Gas traveling life easier. […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Terry Palisch, Global Engineering Advisor at CARBO Ceramics to discuss Proppants for onshore vs offshore? Scaleguard, slow release chemic delivery system in formation instead of injected later in the production life?, Carbonrt, system designed to determine where the proppant is in formation. Lasts the life of the well, and […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Lance Grindley, Marine Superintendent from Tidewater. On this episode we learn about what it takes to keep the Tidewater Fleet up and running.  We hear some awesome stories from Lance’s many years in the industry.      BCD Travel  Our travel provider of choice, as they make our Oil […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Sarah Whiteford, from One Step Power to discuss Dynamic Positioning and its role throughout the offshore sector. OneStep Power offers a revolutionary testing program that is easier on equipment, quicker, and more reliable.   BCD Travel  Our travel provider of choice, as they make our Oil and Gas traveling life […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Patrick Pistor with Site Pro to talk about Patrick’s experience in the Oil and Gas industry, specifically offshore.    BCD Travel  Our travel provider of choice, as they make our Oil and Gas traveling life easier. And they are giving you free coffee for your next trip! Upcoming Events Dug […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Steve McGowne and Richard Johnston from The Oceans Corporation, Underwater Welding. Andy, Steve and Richard talk about the training Oceans Corporation has to offer on multiple underwater industries and how to get started on enrolling in these classes to get your certifications.    BCD Travel  Our travel provider […]

In this episode, Andy sits down with Adam Lee, President and  CEO of AALL STOP! Survival & Safety Trainingll Stop. Andy and Adam talk today about All Stop and how they got started all the extensive survival and training courses they have to offer on HUET, BOSIET, THUET, FOET, Fall Protection, Safeland Rig Pass, Lifting and […]

In this episode, Andy introduces the show and talks about what you can expect to hear on upcoming episodes.