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INSTEP Welcomes Minister of Education and Innovation Sabah and his Delegation

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"We've reached INSTEP!"

“Menakjubkan! (Amazing!)” The first word that came from YB Datuk Dr. Yusof Yacob, Minister of Education and Innovation Sabah when he shared his engagement experience with Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP). On 23 February 2020, the delegates from Ministry of Education and Innovation Sabah (MEIS) accompanied by PETRONAS Sabah Labuan were accorded a warm welcome by INSTEP Management, led by Mr. Idris Ibrahim, CEO of PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn Bhd.

The half-day engagement was a strategic avenue for the MEIS delegates to gain introduction to INSTEP as a solutions partner, as well as to foster strong collaboration between both parties.

Hall of Fame walkthrough. (Left) Minister was fascinated with the digital technology. (Right) Minister penned down his engagement experience with INSTEP.

“As part of PETRONAS agenda, INSTEP will indefinitely support the Sabah state in producing technical talents to support the local operations.” Mr. Idris highlighted that INSTEP will play a strong supportive role in bridging the theoretical studies at school with the industry requirements, which will be much needed to the business outlook and sustainability in Sabah.

Upholding the aspirations of enriching Sabahans with technical skills and knowledge, YB Datuk Dr. Yusof Yacob looked into charting the way forward in developing human resources and instilling science & technology interest in school students. “Collaboration with industry partners will be crucial in shaping the future of Sabahans, and INSTEP, as an internationally accredited training centre, will be a possible avenue to offer TVET training to Sabahans.”

A strategic discussion between INSTEP and MEIS. (Left) Mr. Idris welcomed the delegates to INSTEP. (Right) Token of appreciation was handed over from Mr. Idris to the Minister.

Before departing for Sabah, the delegates had the opportunity to visit INSTEP Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP), where they were briefed about UDTP’s game-changing role in providing real plant experiential learning in a safe environment.

“Experiencing is Enriching,” the strategic engagement with the MEIS delegates signifies a strong understanding between both parties, in enriching the Sabahans for their sustainable future, which also marks a great leap in charting a strengthened brand and reputation for PETRONAS and INSTEP.

Delegates had a walkthrough at the Central Control Room.
"We've reached INSTEP!"

“Menakjubkan! (Amazing!)” The first word that came from YB Datuk Dr. Yusof Yacob, Minister of Education and Innovation Sabah when he shared his engagement experience with Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP). On 23 February 2020, the delegates from Ministry of Education and Innovation Sabah (MEIS) accompanied by PETRONAS Sabah Labuan were accorded a warm welcome by INSTEP Management, led by Mr. Idris Ibrahim, CEO of PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn Bhd.

The half-day engagement was a strategic avenue for the MEIS delegates to gain introduction to INSTEP as a solutions partner, as well as to foster strong collaboration between both parties.

Hall of Fame walkthrough. (Left) Minister was fascinated with the digital technology. (Right) Minister penned down his engagement experience with INSTEP.

“As part of PETRONAS agenda, INSTEP will indefinitely support the Sabah state in producing technical talents to support the local operations.” Mr. Idris highlighted that INSTEP will play a strong supportive role in bridging the theoretical studies at school with the industry requirements, which will be much needed to the business outlook and sustainability in Sabah.

Upholding the aspirations of enriching Sabahans with technical skills and knowledge, YB Datuk Dr. Yusof Yacob looked into charting the way forward in developing human resources and instilling science & technology interest in school students. “Collaboration with industry partners will be crucial in shaping the future of Sabahans, and INSTEP, as an internationally accredited training centre, will be a possible avenue to offer TVET training to Sabahans.”

A strategic discussion between INSTEP and MEIS. (Left) Mr. Idris welcomed the delegates to INSTEP. (Right) Token of appreciation was handed over from Mr. Idris to the Minister.

Before departing for Sabah, the delegates had the opportunity to visit INSTEP Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP), where they were briefed about UDTP’s game-changing role in providing real plant experiential learning in a safe environment.

“Experiencing is Enriching,” the strategic engagement with the MEIS delegates signifies a strong understanding between both parties, in enriching the Sabahans for their sustainable future, which also marks a great leap in charting a strengthened brand and reputation for PETRONAS and INSTEP.

Delegates had a walkthrough at the Central Control Room.

POT-5 Iraqi Talents are One Step Closer to Creating Values in Garraf Operations

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A group photo of all 93 Iraqi learners together with the guests of honour.

“You are the man of the present and the future. You are the man who will build the country and the people.” The first two sentences of a speech by Mr. Kareem Jabbar Atya, Head of Garraf Commission, Thi Qar Oil Company (TOC), echoed strongly amongst the 93 Iraqis who filled up most of the hall. Sense of pride crawling across their faces, adrenaline pumping and excitement hovering across the hall as all of them listened enthusiastically to him.

Arriving 6 months ago from a country 7,000 km away from Malaysia, the 5th batch of Production Operation Training (POT-5) welcomed the graduation of their second phase training programme on 16 January 2020. As part of PETRONAS’ talent capability development in Garraf operations, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has trained over 300 Iraqis in 5 consecutive batches to date.

(Left) Mr. Idris Ibrahim, INSTEP CEO, iterated the importance of "Passionate about Progress" – today is better than yesterday and tomorrow will be better than today. (Right) Mr. Sohaime Bin Abdullah, PCIHBV Head of Garraf Operations, delivered a powerful speech on developing the capability of the local talents in Iraq.

The Iraqi learners first underwent a 3-month Technical Intensive English Programme (TIEP) at Garraf Vocational Training Centre (GVTC) where they were equipped with technical English and communication skills. Upon completion, they continued with the second phase, the 6-month Technical Programme at INSTEP that provided them with the knowledge and skills required in their particular disciplines. The successful completion of the second phase will pave way to 6-month On-the-Job Training (OJT) at Garraf operations where their necessary capability readiness, skills, knowledge and attitude will be put to test in order to deliver their future day-to-day work with PETRONAS’ operations in Iraqi.

“Today, we witness the real translation of PETRONAS Statement of Purpose, where we play our role in supporting our partners, not only to PCIHBV, but also to the people of Iraq.” Mr. Idris Bin Ibrahim, INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, emphasised that the knowledge gained will generate tremendous values, which in turn will enrich the local people in Iraq. “Be proud to be one of more than 14,000 INSTEP alumni. These people, including you, are the proud fruits of the line of INSTEP instructors and staff who put their heart and soul in designing fit for purpose niche programmes.”

(Left) Mr. Kareem Jabbar Atya, TOC Head of Garraf Commission, was very proud of the 93 Iraqis and urged all of them to appreciate this opportunity and gain as much international experience as possible. (Right) Token of appreciation was presented to Mr. Yahya Shanan, who demonstrated quality leadership skills during his tenure as the POT-5 Batch Leader.

Complemented with world-class training facilities, and industry-experienced & qualified instructors, the POT-5 training programme was specifically designed to incorporate Competency Based Assessment (CBA) Subject and Non-CBA Subject. The CBA Subject was assessed based on 80% BTEC requirements and 20% learners’ personal report, while the Non-CBA Subject was assessed based on 40% final examination and 60% coursework.

“PETRONAS is the only oil & gas company in Asia that provides live simulation through INSTEP’s Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) as part of technical capability programme for technicians and operators, which provides the opportunity to upskill your skills at an international level,” proclaimed by Mr. Sohaime Bin Abdullah, Head of Garraf Operations, PETRONAS Carigali Iraq Holdings B.V (PCIHBV) who was grateful to see the learners’ progress in technical learning, soft skills and English communications, while iterating the importance of these graduates being the role models for the other Iraqis.

One step closer to the finish line, Mr. Yahya Shanan, POT-5 Batch Leader rallied his fellow brothers to “step up to our responsibility, let us progressively develop our scientific and practical skills, as well as our attitude and manners, to become a better person and contribute back to PETRONAS, and our country, Iraq.” Speaking orotundly, he expressed his utmost appreciation to everyone who has helped them overcoming the challenges and shaping them to become better persons.

(Left) Let's take a selfie! (Right) Sense of pride exuding from their faces as they sang Iraq's national anthem.

Currently, all 93 Iraqis have returned safely to their hometown and embarked the last chapter of their training journey before joining the big PETRONAS family and creating values to their country.

A group photo of all 93 Iraqi learners together with the guests of honour.

“You are the man of the present and the future. You are the man who will build the country and the people.” The first two sentences of a speech by Mr. Kareem Jabbar Atya, Head of Garraf Commission, Thi Qar Oil Company (TOC), echoed strongly amongst the 93 Iraqis who filled up most of the hall. Sense of pride crawling across their faces, adrenaline pumping and excitement hovering across the hall as all of them listened enthusiastically to him.

Arriving 6 months ago from a country 7,000 km away from Malaysia, the 5th batch of Production Operation Training (POT-5) welcomed the graduation of their second phase training programme on 16 January 2020. As part of PETRONAS’ talent capability development in Garraf operations, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has trained over 300 Iraqis in 5 consecutive batches to date.

(Left) Mr. Idris Ibrahim, INSTEP CEO, iterated the importance of "Passionate about Progress" – today is better than yesterday and tomorrow will be better than today. (Right) Mr. Sohaime Bin Abdullah, PCIHBV Head of Garraf Operations, delivered a powerful speech on developing the capability of the local talents in Iraq.

The Iraqi learners first underwent a 3-month Technical Intensive English Programme (TIEP) at Garraf Vocational Training Centre (GVTC) where they were equipped with technical English and communication skills. Upon completion, they continued with the second phase, the 6-month Technical Programme at INSTEP that provided them with the knowledge and skills required in their particular disciplines. The successful completion of the second phase will pave way to 6-month On-the-Job Training (OJT) at Garraf operations where their necessary capability readiness, skills, knowledge and attitude will be put to test in order to deliver their future day-to-day work with PETRONAS’ operations in Iraqi.

“Today, we witness the real translation of PETRONAS Statement of Purpose, where we play our role in supporting our partners, not only to PCIHBV, but also to the people of Iraq.” Mr. Idris Bin Ibrahim, INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, emphasised that the knowledge gained will generate tremendous values, which in turn will enrich the local people in Iraq. “Be proud to be one of more than 14,000 INSTEP alumni. These people, including you, are the proud fruits of the line of INSTEP instructors and staff who put their heart and soul in designing fit for purpose niche programmes.”

(Left) Mr. Kareem Jabbar Atya, TOC Head of Garraf Commission, was very proud of the 93 Iraqis and urged all of them to appreciate this opportunity and gain as much international experience as possible. (Right) Token of appreciation was presented to Mr. Yahya Shanan, who demonstrated quality leadership skills during his tenure as the POT-5 Batch Leader.

Complemented with world-class training facilities, and industry-experienced & qualified instructors, the POT-5 training programme was specifically designed to incorporate Competency Based Assessment (CBA) Subject and Non-CBA Subject. The CBA Subject was assessed based on 80% BTEC requirements and 20% learners’ personal report, while the Non-CBA Subject was assessed based on 40% final examination and 60% coursework.

“PETRONAS is the only oil & gas company in Asia that provides live simulation through INSTEP’s Upstream Downstream Training Plant (UDTP) as part of technical capability programme for technicians and operators, which provides the opportunity to upskill your skills at an international level,” proclaimed by Mr. Sohaime Bin Abdullah, Head of Garraf Operations, PETRONAS Carigali Iraq Holdings B.V (PCIHBV) who was grateful to see the learners’ progress in technical learning, soft skills and English communications, while iterating the importance of these graduates being the role models for the other Iraqis.

One step closer to the finish line, Mr. Yahya Shanan, POT-5 Batch Leader rallied his fellow brothers to “step up to our responsibility, let us progressively develop our scientific and practical skills, as well as our attitude and manners, to become a better person and contribute back to PETRONAS, and our country, Iraq.” Speaking orotundly, he expressed his utmost appreciation to everyone who has helped them overcoming the challenges and shaping them to become better persons.

(Left) Let's take a selfie! (Right) Sense of pride exuding from their faces as they sang Iraq's national anthem.

Currently, all 93 Iraqis have returned safely to their hometown and embarked the last chapter of their training journey before joining the big PETRONAS family and creating values to their country.

INSTEP Carved Another Milestone In West Africa!

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Kicking start the new decade of 2020s strongly, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has added The Gambia to our belt of international clients, which makes The Gambia our second West African country following our strategic partnership with Senegal in July 2019. 

This significant milestone of INSTEP’s involvement in West Africa was carved when both parties signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the provision of technical training programme in accelerating the human capital development of The Gambia.

(Left) MoU signing ceremony between GNPC and INSTEP; from left to right: Mr. Sarjo Sama, GNPC Assistant Manager Legal Affairs; Mrs. Isatou Auber-Faal, GNPC Deputy Managing Director; Mr. Idris Ibrahim, INSTEP CEO; Mr. M Asri Omar, INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales Division.

The signatories for the agreement were INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Idris Ibrahim and Deputy Managing Director of Gambia National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Mrs. Isatou Auber-Faal. GNPC is the business arm of The Gambia government within the downstream petroleum sector, which operates through distributing petroleum products such as petrol, gasoil, car oil and related products. 

“This agreement signifies PETRONAS’ continuous involvement in West Africa and INSTEP is committed to being the solutions partner in empowering the local people’s capability,” said Mr. Idris Ibrahim, INSTEP CEO. This cooperation between both parties covers the entire value chain of the oil & gas industry through delivering customised niche programmes that will build the local people’s technical competencies. This is in support of PETRONAS’ upstream ventures and potential growth in the region. 

(Top left) One of the GNPC delegates experienced Virtual Reality, which showcases INSTEP’s learning technology. (Top right) Prior to the physical visit, the delegates were brought around the campus through the Virtual Tour. (Bottom left) Campus tour to the Central Control Room. (Bottom right) The Gambian delegates were observing the programme implementation of INSTEP’s Bruneian learners.

Striving to achieve the feat of becoming a world-class National Oil Company, Mr. Bakery Jammeh, GNPC Vice Chairman of Board exclaimed that, “INSTEP is the partner of choice that we can place our trust and faith in capability building for GNPC.” 

Stepping into a new year, this first agreement demonstrates INSTEP’s undivided commitment in “enriching lives for a sustainable future,” through accelerating learners’ competency development to prepare fit for future workforce in this VUCA world. 

Kicking start the new decade of 2020s strongly, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has added The Gambia to our belt of international clients, which makes The Gambia our second West African country following our strategic partnership with Senegal in July 2019. 

This significant milestone of INSTEP’s involvement in West Africa was carved when both parties signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the provision of technical training programme in accelerating the human capital development of The Gambia.

(Left) MoU signing ceremony between GNPC and INSTEP; from left to right: Mr. Sarjo Sama, GNPC Assistant Manager Legal Affairs; Mrs. Isatou Auber-Faal, GNPC Deputy Managing Director; Mr. Idris Ibrahim, INSTEP CEO; Mr. M Asri Omar, INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales Division.

The signatories for the agreement were INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Idris Ibrahim and Deputy Managing Director of Gambia National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Mrs. Isatou Auber-Faal. GNPC is the business arm of The Gambia government within the downstream petroleum sector, which operates through distributing petroleum products such as petrol, gasoil, car oil and related products. 

“This agreement signifies PETRONAS’ continuous involvement in West Africa and INSTEP is committed to being the solutions partner in empowering the local people’s capability,” said Mr. Idris Ibrahim, INSTEP CEO. This cooperation between both parties covers the entire value chain of the oil & gas industry through delivering customised niche programmes that will build the local people’s technical competencies. This is in support of PETRONAS’ upstream ventures and potential growth in the region. 

(Top left) One of the GNPC delegates experienced Virtual Reality, which showcases INSTEP’s learning technology. (Top right) Prior to the physical visit, the delegates were brought around the campus through the Virtual Tour. (Bottom left) Campus tour to the Central Control Room. (Bottom right) The Gambian delegates were observing the programme implementation of INSTEP’s Bruneian learners.

Striving to achieve the feat of becoming a world-class National Oil Company, Mr. Bakery Jammeh, GNPC Vice Chairman of Board exclaimed that, “INSTEP is the partner of choice that we can place our trust and faith in capability building for GNPC.” 

Stepping into a new year, this first agreement demonstrates INSTEP’s undivided commitment in “enriching lives for a sustainable future,” through accelerating learners’ competency development to prepare fit for future workforce in this VUCA world. 

Supporting PETRONAS Growth Agenda, INSTEP Enriches Gabonese’s Lives

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MoA signing between PCGUSA and INSTEP towards realising one-year customised training programme for Gabonese learners.

Committed to being a solutions partner to talents in the energy industry and beyond, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) supports PETRONAS growth agenda in Gabon through accelerating competency development by providing experiential learning, supported by customised and industry-and-technology-driven learning solutions to develop fit-for-future Gabonese workforce, benefitting PETRONAS’ undertakings in the country. This significant milestone is witnessed when INSTEP signed training agreement with PETRONAS Carigali Gabon Upstream S.A (PCGUSA) towards realising one-year customised training programme for Gabonese learners.

The signatories for the agreement were INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales, Mr. M Asri Omar and Country Manager of PCGUSA, Mr. Meor Shahrin Mahmood. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between both parties signifies the start of strategic partnership and INSTEP commitment as PETRONAS’ technical training arm in accelerating technical competency of Gabon’s local talents.

Gabon Ministry of Petroleum and PCGUSA were impressed by the facilities at INSTEP.

In strengthening presence in Gabon, PETRONAS signed an agreement for two additional exploration permits and is the first company to sign an exploration and production contract in Gabon in five years. Gabon is seen as one of the key basins and countries in the global exploration portfolio, with large potential in deepwater area waiting to be unlocked. This venture signifies PETRONAS’ first ultra deepwater well, pioneering in exploration of pre-salt plays. The sweet success of this long-term partnership came when PCGUSA made a discovery in Block F14 (Likuale).

“PETRONAS is like a citizen company in Gabon, which helps to develop the local talents,” said Mr. Davy Thome Mboumba, Training Advisor, Gabon Ministry of Petroleum. He expressed his trust in INSTEP’s capability in delivering quality training programmes, and expected to see the Gabonese learners contribute significantly to Gabon and PETRONAS.

Mr. Davy Thome Mboumba (left) and Mr. Meor Shahrin Mahmood (right) delivered inspiring speeches during the Opening Ceremony of Customised Training Programme for Gabon.

As part of Production Sharing Contract commitment between PETRONAS and Gabonese government, 18 Gabonese learners from Directorate General of Hydrocarbons have been awarded scholarships to attend a one-year customised training programme, starting from Dec 2019. This programme comprises of 3-month English Communications, 3-month English Technical, 4-month Technical & Non-Technical, and 2-month On-the-Job Training. The training curriculum is customised according to the learners’ backgrounds, e.g.: engineering, geology, economy, and others.

“INSTEP is the perfect place to accelerate Gabonese’s human capital and in the coming five years, we expect to see more Gabonese working in the organisation, bringing back the wealth of knowledge, and applying it for the benefit of the industry and country,” exclaimed Mr. Meor, who is enthusiastically exploring the potential opportunity of sponsoring Gabonese for Degree or Masters programme.

Thumbs up for the start of this strategic partnership in enriching Gabonese’s lives for their sustainable future. Kudos to all who have put in tremendous effort in realising this!

This strategic partnership is a clear demonstration of Shared Success between PCGUSA, UTP and INSTEP, who come together as one PETRONAS, in transforming “what could be” to “what is.” Advocating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4.0 (ensures inclusive and equitable quality education while promotes lifelong learning opportunities for all), INSTEP will continue supporting in developing technical competency, preparing fit-for-future workforce and enriching lives for a sustainable future.

MoA signing between PCGUSA and INSTEP towards realising one-year customised training programme for Gabonese learners.

Committed to being a solutions partner to talents in the energy industry and beyond, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) supports PETRONAS growth agenda in Gabon through accelerating competency development by providing experiential learning, supported by customised and industry-and-technology-driven learning solutions to develop fit-for-future Gabonese workforce, benefitting PETRONAS’ undertakings in the country. This significant milestone is witnessed when INSTEP signed training agreement with PETRONAS Carigali Gabon Upstream S.A (PCGUSA) towards realising one-year customised training programme for Gabonese learners.

The signatories for the agreement were INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales, Mr. M Asri Omar and Country Manager of PCGUSA, Mr. Meor Shahrin Mahmood. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between both parties signifies the start of strategic partnership and INSTEP commitment as PETRONAS’ technical training arm in accelerating technical competency of Gabon’s local talents.

Gabon Ministry of Petroleum and PCGUSA were impressed by the facilities at INSTEP.

In strengthening presence in Gabon, PETRONAS signed an agreement for two additional exploration permits and is the first company to sign an exploration and production contract in Gabon in five years. Gabon is seen as one of the key basins and countries in the global exploration portfolio, with large potential in deepwater area waiting to be unlocked. This venture signifies PETRONAS’ first ultra deepwater well, pioneering in exploration of pre-salt plays. The sweet success of this long-term partnership came when PCGUSA made a discovery in Block F14 (Likuale).

“PETRONAS is like a citizen company in Gabon, which helps to develop the local talents,” said Mr. Davy Thome Mboumba, Training Advisor, Gabon Ministry of Petroleum. He expressed his trust in INSTEP’s capability in delivering quality training programmes, and expected to see the Gabonese learners contribute significantly to Gabon and PETRONAS.

Mr. Davy Thome Mboumba (left) and Mr. Meor Shahrin Mahmood (right) delivered inspiring speeches during the Opening Ceremony of Customised Training Programme for Gabon.

As part of Production Sharing Contract commitment between PETRONAS and Gabonese government, 18 Gabonese learners from Directorate General of Hydrocarbons have been awarded scholarships to attend a one-year customised training programme, starting from Dec 2019. This programme comprises of 3-month English Communications, 3-month English Technical, 4-month Technical & Non-Technical, and 2-month On-the-Job Training. The training curriculum is customised according to the learners’ backgrounds, e.g.: engineering, geology, economy, and others.

“INSTEP is the perfect place to accelerate Gabonese’s human capital and in the coming five years, we expect to see more Gabonese working in the organisation, bringing back the wealth of knowledge, and applying it for the benefit of the industry and country,” exclaimed Mr. Meor, who is enthusiastically exploring the potential opportunity of sponsoring Gabonese for Degree or Masters programme.

Thumbs up for the start of this strategic partnership in enriching Gabonese’s lives for their sustainable future. Kudos to all who have put in tremendous effort in realising this!

This strategic partnership is a clear demonstration of Shared Success between PCGUSA, UTP and INSTEP, who come together as one PETRONAS, in transforming “what could be” to “what is.” Advocating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4.0 (ensures inclusive and equitable quality education while promotes lifelong learning opportunities for all), INSTEP will continue supporting in developing technical competency, preparing fit-for-future workforce and enriching lives for a sustainable future.

Supporting PETRONAS Growth Agenda, INSTEP Enriches Gabonese’s Lives

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Committed to being a solutions partner to talents in the energy industry and beyond, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) supports PETRONAS growth agenda in Gabon through accelerating competency development by providing experiential learning, supported by customised and industry-and-technology-driven learning solutions to develop fit-for-future Gabonese workforce, benefitting PETRONAS’ undertakings in the country. This significant milestone is witnessed when INSTEP signed training agreement with PETRONAS Carigali Gabon Upstream S.A (PCGUSA) towards realising one-year customised training programme for Gabonese learners.

The signatories for the agreement were INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales, Mr. M Asri Omar and Country Manager of PCGUSA, Mr. Meor Shahrin Mahmood. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between both parties signifies the start of strategic partnership and INSTEP commitment as PETRONAS’ technical training arm in accelerating technical competency of Gabon’s local talents.  

Gabon Ministry of Petroleum and PCGUSA were impressed by the facilities at INSTEP.

In strengthening presence in Gabon, PETRONAS signed an agreement for two additional exploration permits and is the first company to sign an exploration and production contract in Gabon in five years. Gabon is seen as one of the key basins and countries in the global exploration portfolio, with large potential in deepwater area waiting to be unlocked. This venture signifies PETRONAS’ first ultra deepwater well, pioneering in exploration of pre-salt plays. The sweet success of this long-term partnership came when PCGUSA made a discovery in Block F14 (Likuale). 

“PETRONAS is like a citizen company in Gabon, which helps to develop the local talents,” said Mr. Davy Thome Mboumba, Training Advisor, Gabon Ministry of Petroleum. He expressed his trust in INSTEP’s capability in delivering quality training programmes, and expected to see the Gabonese learners contribute significantly to Gabon and PETRONAS. 

Mr. Davy Thome Mboumba (left) and Mr. Meor Shahrin Mahmood (right) delivered inspiring speeches during the Opening Ceremony of Customised Training Programme for Gabon.

As part of Production Sharing Contract commitment between PETRONAS and Gabonese government, 18 Gabonese learners from Directorate General of Hydrocarbons have been awarded scholarships to attend a one-year customised training programme, starting from Dec 2019. This programme comprises of 3-month English Communications, 3-month English Technical, 4-month Technical & Non-Technical, and 2-month On-the-Job Training. The training curriculum is customised according to the learners’ backgrounds, e.g.: engineering, geology, economy, and others.

“INSTEP is the perfect place to accelerate Gabonese’s human capital and in the coming five years, we expect to see more Gabonese working in the organisation, bringing back the wealth of knowledge, and applying it for the benefit of the industry and country,” exclaimed Mr. Meor, who is enthusiastically exploring the potential opportunity of sponsoring Gabonese for Degree or Masters programme.

Thumbs up for the start of this strategic partnership in enriching Gabonese’s lives for their sustainable future. Kudos to all who have put in tremendous effort in realising this!

This strategic partnership is a clear demonstration of Shared Success between PCGUSA, UTP and INSTEP, who come together as one PETRONAS, in transforming “what could be” to “what is.” Advocating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4.0 (ensures inclusive and equitable quality education while promotes lifelong learning opportunities for all), INSTEP will continue supporting in developing technical competency, preparing fit-for-future workforce and enriching lives for a sustainable future.

Committed to being a solutions partner to talents in the energy industry and beyond, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) supports PETRONAS growth agenda in Gabon through accelerating competency development by providing experiential learning, supported by customised and industry-and-technology-driven learning solutions to develop fit-for-future Gabonese workforce, benefitting PETRONAS’ undertakings in the country. This significant milestone is witnessed when INSTEP signed training agreement with PETRONAS Carigali Gabon Upstream S.A (PCGUSA) towards realising one-year customised training programme for Gabonese learners.

The signatories for the agreement were INSTEP Head of Marketing & Sales, Mr. M Asri Omar and Country Manager of PCGUSA, Mr. Meor Shahrin Mahmood. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between both parties signifies the start of strategic partnership and INSTEP commitment as PETRONAS’ technical training arm in accelerating technical competency of Gabon’s local talents.  

Gabon Ministry of Petroleum and PCGUSA were impressed by the facilities at INSTEP.

In strengthening presence in Gabon, PETRONAS signed an agreement for two additional exploration permits and is the first company to sign an exploration and production contract in Gabon in five years. Gabon is seen as one of the key basins and countries in the global exploration portfolio, with large potential in deepwater area waiting to be unlocked. This venture signifies PETRONAS’ first ultra deepwater well, pioneering in exploration of pre-salt plays. The sweet success of this long-term partnership came when PCGUSA made a discovery in Block F14 (Likuale). 

“PETRONAS is like a citizen company in Gabon, which helps to develop the local talents,” said Mr. Davy Thome Mboumba, Training Advisor, Gabon Ministry of Petroleum. He expressed his trust in INSTEP’s capability in delivering quality training programmes, and expected to see the Gabonese learners contribute significantly to Gabon and PETRONAS. 

Mr. Davy Thome Mboumba (left) and Mr. Meor Shahrin Mahmood (right) delivered inspiring speeches during the Opening Ceremony of Customised Training Programme for Gabon.

As part of Production Sharing Contract commitment between PETRONAS and Gabonese government, 18 Gabonese learners from Directorate General of Hydrocarbons have been awarded scholarships to attend a one-year customised training programme, starting from Dec 2019. This programme comprises of 3-month English Communications, 3-month English Technical, 4-month Technical & Non-Technical, and 2-month On-the-Job Training. The training curriculum is customised according to the learners’ backgrounds, e.g.: engineering, geology, economy, and others.

“INSTEP is the perfect place to accelerate Gabonese’s human capital and in the coming five years, we expect to see more Gabonese working in the organisation, bringing back the wealth of knowledge, and applying it for the benefit of the industry and country,” exclaimed Mr. Meor, who is enthusiastically exploring the potential opportunity of sponsoring Gabonese for Degree or Masters programme.

Thumbs up for the start of this strategic partnership in enriching Gabonese’s lives for their sustainable future. Kudos to all who have put in tremendous effort in realising this!

This strategic partnership is a clear demonstration of Shared Success between PCGUSA, UTP and INSTEP, who come together as one PETRONAS, in transforming “what could be” to “what is.” Advocating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4.0 (ensures inclusive and equitable quality education while promotes lifelong learning opportunities for all), INSTEP will continue supporting in developing technical competency, preparing fit-for-future workforce and enriching lives for a sustainable future.

No Longer A PHEI (IPTS), INSTEP Continue Its Operations To Serve The Industry

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Following an advertisement announcement made on 4 Dec, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has withdrawn the status of being a Private Higher Educational Institution (PHEI) – hereby referred to as “close down”, being the phrase required by Ministry of Education (MoE) with effect from 28 July 2020. Being a PHEI requires INSTEP to offer Malaysia Qualifications Agency (MQA) accredited programmes, such as course of study awarding Diploma and Degree.

In view that our focus and differentiator are more towards offering short courses and customised learning solutions, PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn Bhd (PTTSB) Board has approved the proposal to withdraw INSTEP from being a PHEI. In consultation with MoE, the advertisement announcement published on 4 Dec, which has to follow a standard format required by MoE, is one of the required steps undertaken to comply the Standard Operating Procedure of MoE in PHEI closure.

Following the standard format required by MoE, the official advertisement announcements on closure of INSTEP as PHEI were published on Berita Harian (left) and News Straits Times (right) on 4 Dec, as one of the required steps undertaken to comply the Standard Operating Procedure in PHEI closure.

As PETRONAS technical training arm focuses on accelerating technical competency development, INSTEP continues to provide any other training as usual. Our wide offerings are internationally recognised and approved under Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), and several other local & international bodies, such as Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC), Offshore Petroleum Industry Training Organisation (OPITO), Suruhanjaya Tenaga, Department of Environment (DOE), among others.

INSTEP is passionately progressing ahead in charting the journey forward for technical learning and certification, and continues re-writing histories in technical competency, soaring to greater heights.

“Seeing is Believing, Experiencing is Enriching”, browse our website and virtual tour to know more about INSTEP, our world-class facilities and unique offerings.

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Following an advertisement announcement made on 4 Dec, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has withdrawn the status of being a Private Higher Educational Institution (PHEI) – hereby referred to as “close down”, being the phrase required by Ministry of Education (MoE) with effect from 28 July 2020. Being a PHEI requires INSTEP to offer Malaysia Qualifications Agency (MQA) accredited programmes, such as course of study awarding Diploma and Degree.

In view that our focus and differentiator are more towards offering short courses and customised learning solutions, PETRONAS Technical Training Sdn Bhd (PTTSB) Board has approved the proposal to withdraw INSTEP from being a PHEI. In consultation with MoE, the advertisement announcement published on 4 Dec, which has to follow a standard format required by MoE, is one of the required steps undertaken to comply the Standard Operating Procedure of MoE in PHEI closure.

Following the standard format required by MoE, the official advertisement announcements on closure of INSTEP as PHEI were published on Berita Harian (left) and News Straits Times (right) on 4 Dec, as one of the required steps undertaken to comply the Standard Operating Procedure in PHEI closure.

As PETRONAS technical training arm focuses on accelerating technical competency development, INSTEP continues to provide any other training as usual. Our wide offerings are internationally recognised and approved under Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), and several other local & international bodies, such as Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC), Offshore Petroleum Industry Training Organisation (OPITO), Suruhanjaya Tenaga, Department of Environment (DOE), among others.

INSTEP is passionately progressing ahead in charting the journey forward for technical learning and certification, and continues re-writing histories in technical competency, soaring to greater heights.

“Seeing is Believing, Experiencing is Enriching”, browse our website and virtual tour to know more about INSTEP, our world-class facilities and unique offerings.

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INSTEP Learning Calendar FY2020 Is Available Now!

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INSTEP Learning Calendar FY2020 is now ready for your subscription!

Visit our website and download our learning calendar.

For more information & queries, please contact:

“Seeing is Believing”, accelerate your technical capability through experiential learning and enrich your learning experience here at INSTEP!

INSTEP Learning Calendar FY2020 is now ready for your subscription!

Visit our website and download our learning calendar.

For more information & queries, please contact:

“Seeing is Believing”, accelerate your technical capability through experiential learning and enrich your learning experience here at INSTEP!

INSTEP Opens Door To Enriching Korean’s Lives

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Embracing our Statement of Purpose – “A progressive energy and solutions partner enriching lives for a sustainable future”, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) achieves yet another milestone when INSTEP signed training agreement with Ulsan College Korea.

The signatories for the agreement were INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Idris Ibrahim and Ulsan College President, Dr. Heo Joengseok. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between both parties signifies the start of strategic partnership and INSTEP commitment in accelerating competency development through providing experiential learning experience to develop local talents of Korea in giving assurance to their sustainable future. 

Signing of training agreement between INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Idris Ibrahim (middle), and Ulsan College President, Dr. Heo Joengseok (left).

Ulsan College is a private college, which is financially supported and owned by Hyundai Heavy Industries. Currently the college has collaborated with a few other local universities for internship programmes, and other technical training programmes, especially in the area of chemical engineering.

In delivering our value of ‘industry & technology driven technical learning solution’, INSTEP will play its vital role to collaborate with Ulsan College in developing human capital and customising a training programme, which is in line with the curriculum of Ulsan College. Starting from Jan 2020 onwards, batches of Korean students from Ulsan College will be sent to INSTEP for Chemical Process & Operation training programme. 

“We were very impressed with our last visit to INSTEP, and that’s why we trust INSTEP as our solutions partner in developing Ulsan College graduates. We are looking into a prolonged strategic partnership, not only on Chemical Process & Operation, but also on other trades as well,” exclaimed Ulsan College President, Dr. Heo Joengseok, who was also immensely interested in INSTEP internationally accredited training programmes by OPITO, BTEC and IECEx.

The success of this strategic partnership will open door to enriching the energy workforce in Korea because Ulsan College graduates are highly marketable in the chemical industry. INSTEP, with its high spirit of customer centricity, is progressively charting the journey forward for technical learning & certification, preparing fit-for-future workforce and enriching lives for a sustainable future.

Embracing our Statement of Purpose – “A progressive energy and solutions partner enriching lives for a sustainable future”, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) achieves yet another milestone when INSTEP signed training agreement with Ulsan College Korea.

The signatories for the agreement were INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Idris Ibrahim and Ulsan College President, Dr. Heo Joengseok. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between both parties signifies the start of strategic partnership and INSTEP commitment in accelerating competency development through providing experiential learning experience to develop local talents of Korea in giving assurance to their sustainable future. 

Signing of training agreement between INSTEP Chief Executive Officer, Idris Ibrahim (middle), and Ulsan College President, Dr. Heo Joengseok (left).

Ulsan College is a private college, which is financially supported and owned by Hyundai Heavy Industries. Currently the college has collaborated with a few other local universities for internship programmes, and other technical training programmes, especially in the area of chemical engineering.

In delivering our value of ‘industry & technology driven technical learning solution’, INSTEP will play its vital role to collaborate with Ulsan College in developing human capital and customising a training programme, which is in line with the curriculum of Ulsan College. Starting from Jan 2020 onwards, batches of Korean students from Ulsan College will be sent to INSTEP for Chemical Process & Operation training programme. 

“We were very impressed with our last visit to INSTEP, and that’s why we trust INSTEP as our solutions partner in developing Ulsan College graduates. We are looking into a prolonged strategic partnership, not only on Chemical Process & Operation, but also on other trades as well,” exclaimed Ulsan College President, Dr. Heo Joengseok, who was also immensely interested in INSTEP internationally accredited training programmes by OPITO, BTEC and IECEx.

The success of this strategic partnership will open door to enriching the energy workforce in Korea because Ulsan College graduates are highly marketable in the chemical industry. INSTEP, with its high spirit of customer centricity, is progressively charting the journey forward for technical learning & certification, preparing fit-for-future workforce and enriching lives for a sustainable future.

INSTEP Won Localisation Award In Getenergy Global 2019

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Embracing our Winning Aspiration – “A progressive solutions partner enriching energy workforce for a sustainable future”, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has once again added one more success story to our belt through winning the Localisation Award in the recent Getenergy Global 2019 for our relentless effort and contribution in supporting the local education and technical competency building.

The Getenergy Global 2019 is a major networking and business forum in which invited delegates discuss some of the major education, training and localisation issues facing the world’s energy industry. This event marks a major milestone, not only for the future of the training and education for the global oil, gas and energy workforce, but also how that workforce will shape the fast-changing energy business.

INSTEP CEO, Idris Ibrahim was one of the invited speakers to deliver his expertise and insights in the “Opening Summit: Understanding the Changing Role of National VS International Training in Meeting the Requirements of the Oil & Gas Industry” and “Workshop 7: Innovation in Skills Development”. Joining him were oil & gas industry experts from all around the world.

Winning the Localisation Award is a substantiation that INSTEP has been progressively contributing towards the human capital development and nationalisation of local talents. Among others, INSTEP is grateful of contributing towards the development of Garraf operations and nationalisation of local talents, enriching Iraqis’ lives for their sustainable future.

Besides, INSTEP built over 120 Omanis’ capability for O&M in new plants to realise Oman’s goals of developing Omanis own talents and becoming more self-reliant. Oman entrusted INSTEP as their preferred technical learning solutions partner in developing their local talents, and delivering our experience in managing their own O&G human capital.

As PETRONAS’ technical training arm, INSTEP has been playing its vital role in accelerating human capital development through experiential learning. Our role as the capability caretaker is dedicated in providing an end-to-end oil and gas value chain through blended learning, which encompasses face-to-face classroom learning, hands-on training at practical workshop, experiential learning at INSTEP’s world class Upstream Downstream Training Plant as well as On-the-Job training at the commercial plant.

Our proven track record empowers capability through delivery of customised niche programmes, anchored on world-class facilities, and industry-experienced & qualified instructors, which prepare the learners to be job-ready engineers & technicians, capable of performing operational tasks at “live” plants safely and efficiently.

In delivering wholesome learning experience, a spectrum of vibrant activities has been arranged for the learners during weekends and long holidays. Learners do not just learn technical knowledge at INSTEP, but as a wholesome solutions partner, we provide opportunity for learners to fully explore the beauty of Malaysia and blend into our culture and local community.

(Left) Idris Ibrahim and Amri Alias, INSTEP Head of Competency Management were eagerly anticipating the results of the 11th Getenergy Awards Ceremony. (Right) Our proven capability in empowering local talents has brought back another global award – Localisation Award, making us one of the only three proud winners of the night!

This award truly acknowledges INSTEP’s role as the preferred and trusted solutions partner, and also our continuous commitment in progressively enriching people’s lives for their sustainable future. This success story would not be achievable without the endless support and trust from our customers, partners and staff, who come together as one, in transforming “what could be” to “what is”.

We are “Passionate about Progress” and constantly on the move to chart the journey forward for technical learning and certification in elevating learners’ learning curve, in line with INSTEP value proposition of “accelerating competency development through experiential learning”.

Embracing our Winning Aspiration – “A progressive solutions partner enriching energy workforce for a sustainable future”, Institut Teknologi Petroleum PETRONAS (INSTEP) has once again added one more success story to our belt through winning the Localisation Award in the recent Getenergy Global 2019 for our relentless effort and contribution in supporting the local education and technical competency building.

The Getenergy Global 2019 is a major networking and business forum in which invited delegates discuss some of the major education, training and localisation issues facing the world’s energy industry. This event marks a major milestone, not only for the future of the training and education for the global oil, gas and energy workforce, but also how that workforce will shape the fast-changing energy business.

INSTEP CEO, Idris Ibrahim was one of the invited speakers to deliver his expertise and insights in the “Opening Summit: Understanding the Changing Role of National VS International Training in Meeting the Requirements of the Oil & Gas Industry” and “Workshop 7: Innovation in Skills Development”. Joining him were oil & gas industry experts from all around the world.

Winning the Localisation Award is a substantiation that INSTEP has been progressively contributing towards the human capital development and nationalisation of local talents. Among others, INSTEP is grateful of contributing towards the development of Garraf operations and nationalisation of local talents, enriching Iraqis’ lives for their sustainable future.

Besides, INSTEP built over 120 Omanis’ capability for O&M in new plants to realise Oman’s goals of developing Omanis own talents and becoming more self-reliant. Oman entrusted INSTEP as their preferred technical learning solutions partner in developing their local talents, and delivering our experience in managing their own O&G human capital.

As PETRONAS’ technical training arm, INSTEP has been playing its vital role in accelerating human capital development through experiential learning. Our role as the capability caretaker is dedicated in providing an end-to-end oil and gas value chain through blended learning, which encompasses face-to-face classroom learning, hands-on training at practical workshop, experiential learning at INSTEP’s world class Upstream Downstream Training Plant as well as On-the-Job training at the commercial plant.

Our proven track record empowers capability through delivery of customised niche programmes, anchored on world-class facilities, and industry-experienced & qualified instructors, which prepare the learners to be job-ready engineers & technicians, capable of performing operational tasks at “live” plants safely and efficiently.

In delivering wholesome learning experience, a spectrum of vibrant activities has been arranged for the learners during weekends and long holidays. Learners do not just learn technical knowledge at INSTEP, but as a wholesome solutions partner, we provide opportunity for learners to fully explore the beauty of Malaysia and blend into our culture and local community.

(Left) Idris Ibrahim and Amri Alias, INSTEP Head of Competency Management were eagerly anticipating the results of the 11th Getenergy Awards Ceremony. (Right) Our proven capability in empowering local talents has brought back another global award – Localisation Award, making us one of the only three proud winners of the night!

This award truly acknowledges INSTEP’s role as the preferred and trusted solutions partner, and also our continuous commitment in progressively enriching people’s lives for their sustainable future. This success story would not be achievable without the endless support and trust from our customers, partners and staff, who come together as one, in transforming “what could be” to “what is”.

We are “Passionate about Progress” and constantly on the move to chart the journey forward for technical learning and certification in elevating learners’ learning curve, in line with INSTEP value proposition of “accelerating competency development through experiential learning”.