The IADC University of Boumerdes (UMBB) Student Chapter has been very active lately, with many exciting updates to share:
- Published & recorded new episodes for the IADC Talk podcast: The Chapter published the 2nd episode of the new “IADC Talk” podcast. In this episode, Ahmed Yassin, Offshore Barge Engineer at ADNOC, shared insights on offshore operations, safety leadership, and risk management. The Chapter also recorded the 3rd episode featuring Nina Chalah, Hydraulic Fracturing Field Engineer at SLB. This episode will be released later this month.
- Hosted a Managed Pressure Drilling Webinar: Led by Muhammad Jamal Uddin, Senior MPD Engineer, this lecture covered CBHP and PMCD techniques. Following the session, the students created an informative MPD resource to share their knowledge.
- Visited SIEMENS: Students went on a scientific visit exploring automation, leadership, and Siemens’ DEGREE framework for sustainable transformation, with a strong focus on safety culture.
- Hosted a General Assembly: The new board shared the program for the upcoming period, setting the vision for the Chapter’s next steps.
- Participated in the National Meeting on Developing Innovative Ideas in Renewable Energies: The UMBB Student Chapter was honored to participate in this event, contributing to discussions on innovation in renewable energy.
- Achieved an award at the IGNITE ALGERIA National Competition: The Chapter proudly secured First Place in this competition, recognizing the Innovation and Execution Section’s dedication and teamwork.
- Organized the new “Upstream” Event: A new initiative highlighting drilling technologies, geoscience, conventional and unconventional resources, connecting students and professionals.
