The CNOOC-supported Centre of Excellence at Uganda Petroleum Institute Kigumba (UPIK) aims to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry practice by equipping learners with practical skills, technical knowledge and hands-on experience relevant to Uganda’s oil and gas sector.
To support this objective, a team of engineers from CNOOC Uganda Limited today visited UPIK to assess progress on the installation of key facilities, including the life-size Eagle Drill Rig, an IT Library, an IT Laboratory and an IT Software Laboratory. These facilities will enable practical training, drilling simulations, modelling using industry-standard software, and access to digital libraries for research and learning.
Through this initiative, CNOOC is contributing to strengthening local technical capacity and preparing a skilled workforce to support the sustainable development of Uganda’s human resource.
From 4th to 10th August 2026, a Petroleum Authority of Uganda delegation led by the Executive Director undertook a Technical Engagement and Exchange Programme in China, engaging CNOOC and its affiliated companies on technologies, operational practices and opportunities relevant to Uganda’s oil and gas sector.
The engagements in Beijing, Tianjin and Qingdao included meetings with senior leadership from CNOOC, COSL, CenerTech and COOEC, alongside visits to technology, laboratory, manufacturing, production-monitoring and engineering facilities.
Discussions covered drilling and well operations, production technologies, oilfield monitoring, artificial lift systems, engineering and fabrication capabilities, and opportunities for future exploration.
The Authority emphasised the importance of maintaining high standards in the delivery of Uganda’s oil and gas projects, strengthening knowledge and technology transfer, building Ugandan technical capacity, and expanding opportunities for qualified Ugandan companies through partnerships, joint ventures and subcontracting.
The engagements also provided useful insights into technologies and systems that can support the Authority’s regulatory oversight as Uganda advances towards sustainable production of its petroleum resources.
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