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Facilitator Announcement - 06 We are pleased to announce Ato Aidoo as an Instructor for the GHBISE Pre-Conference Training. Profile of Facilitator Ato is a Wells Engineering professional with over 30 years experience in the Oil and Gas Industry. He attended Accra Polytechnic (now Accra Technical University) pursuing a programme in “A General Course in Engineering”, followed by the “Ordinary Technician Diploma in Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering”. After a one year stint

Facilitator Announcement - 05 We are pleased to announce Temitope Oshuntuyi as an Instructor for the GHBISE Pre-conference Training. Profile of Facilitator Temitope Oshuntuyi is a Certified Coach, Trainer, and Speaker with more than 15 years of experience in assisting professionals to enhance their leadership and communication abilities. Additionally, he is a certified Behavioural Analysis Consultant , aiding individuals in identifying their strengths, limitations, and method

Facilitator Announcement - 04 We are pleased to announce Ato Debrah– Manager, Production Engineering, GNPC as an instructor for the GHBISE Pre-conference Training Profile of Facilitator Ato Debrah is an accomplished engineer with over 18 years of experience in the oil and gas industry and currently serves as Manager, Production Engineering at the Ghana National Petroleum Cooperation (GNPC). His experience spans the full well lifecycle, including exploration drilling, well in

Facilitator Announcement - 03 We are pleased to announce Dr. Samuel Stephen Nii Laryea Adjei as an Instructor for the GHBISE Pre-conference Training Profile of Facilitator Dr. Samuel Stephen Nii Laryea Adjei is a distinguished voice in strategic human capital leadership and organisational transformation. As a senior HR executive with over 15 years of experience across Ghana’s banking, energy, and consulting sectors, he brings a rich, real-world perspective on building high-pe

Facilitator Announcement - 02 We are pleased to announce Prof. Yakubu Issaka, Dean of the UMaT School of Railways and Infrastructure Development, Essikado, Sekondi-Takoradi Campus, as an Instructor for the GH-BISE Pre- Conference Training Profile of Facilitator Professor Yakubu Issaka obtained his BSc degree in Geomatic Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana. He later obtained his Master of Philosophy degree and Doctor of Philos

Facilitator Announcement - 01 We are pleased to announce Ing. Henry Mensah – Ag. Director of Operations, Petroleum Commission, Ghana, as an instructor for the GHBISE Pre–Conference Training. Profile of Facilitator Ing Henry Mensah was the manager for the Engineering department at the Commission for over 3 years prior to being appointed the Ag. Director Operations. He is responsible for the Engineering, Health, Safety and Environment, Fiscal Metering and Instrumentation, Moni

In Ghana, we have an Akan saying: Onipa na ohia onipa — a person needs a person. Progress, real and lasting progress, has never been a solo act. Today, on International Women's Day 2026, we pause to honour the women who show up every day in our rigs, our boardrooms, our laboratories, and our lecture halls — often navigating spaces that were not designed with them in mind, and still delivering excellence. This year's theme, Give to Gain, speaks directly to us as a professional

International Journal of Emerging Research in Engineering, Science, and Management Vol. 4, Issue 2, pp.40-50, Apr-Jun 2025. www.ijeresm.com eISSN – 2583-4894 1Richard Amorin, 2Eric Broni-Bediako, 3Eric Stemn 1,2Associate Professor, Department of Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa, Ghana. 3Senior Lecturer, Department of Environmental and Safety Engineering, University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa, Ghana. 1 ramorin@umat.ed

The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Ghana Section has officially launched online registration for all its events. This update marks an important step toward improving accessibility, efficiency, and member engagement across the country. From now on, registration for all SPE Ghana events, whether hybrid or fully in-person, will be handled exclusively through the official website. Why This is Important Moving event registration online simplifies the entire process for membe

OVERVIEW According to reports by Energy Commission (2024) and World Bank (2023), Ghana’s goal of a 24-Hour Economy depends on a reliable power sector, but challenges like infrastructure deficits and financial issues cause frequent outages despite reforms. Reports from Ministry of Energy (2025) and IRENA (2023) suggest that while energy sources have diversified, demand is growing faster than supply, requiring strategic investments and new technologies such as smart grids and d

International Journal of Emerging Research in Engineering, Science, and Management Vol. 4, Issue 2, pp.60-67, Apr-Jun 2025. 1 Richard Amorin,  2 Cornelius B. Bavoh, 3 Bayorbor Yasmeen, 4 Mohammed Hamzah 1,3 Department of Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa, Ghana. 2,4 Department of Chemical and Petrochemical Engineering, University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa, Ghana. 1 ramorin@umat.edu.gh , 2 ccbavoh@umat.edu.gh , 3 bayorbory

Effective communication stands as the cornerstone of successful project delivery and strategic coordination in Ghana’s evolving oil and gas landscape. With notable increases in both exploration activity and sector complexity, the stakes for clear, timely, and transparent information exchange among stakeholders have never been more critical. Ghana’s oil and gas industry continues to be a vital pillar of the national economy, and clear communication is proving indispensable to

Engineering practices have been evolving for some time, based on technological advancements, especially in the 20th century, across...

Fellow members of the SPE Society, it is with great honour that we introduce our newly appointed 2025/2026 Executives, who will serve...

In a world grappling with the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions, inclusive innovation, and equitable leadership, the role of...

Abstract The continuous demand for petroleum has driven the evolution of distribution practices despite the inherent environmental and...

Africa’s Green Mineral Potential Africa is well known for its strategic resource riches. According to the World Economic Forum, Africa...

Peak oil is the hypothetical point at which global crude oil production reaches its maximum rate, after which production will decline....

Continuing our engagement with key players in Ghana's energy sector, SPE Ghana recently held a productive meeting with Zen Petroleum....

The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Ghana Section and Gecric Integrity met recently to discuss enhanced collaboration in Ghana's...