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GGI to launch new call this July for proposals to drive capacity building in Guyana

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The Greater Guyana Initiative (GGI) will open a new call for proposals in July, inviting projects aimed at advancing strategic capacity development across the country. Backed by a US$100 million (GY$20 billion) investment from ExxonMobil Guyana Limited, Hess Guyana Exploration...
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Women’s workforce participation key to Guyana’s energy future – ExxonMobil Guyana Manager

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Hayley Gilbert, ExxonMobil Guyana’s supply chain manager, says women’s participation in Guyana’s energy sector is increasing, but more must be done to meet the growing demand for skilled workers. “There are so many opportunities ahead of us in Guyana,” Gilbert...
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Eight Guyanese form first cohort of MODEC’s trainee program in Guyana

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Eight Guyanese have been selected for the inaugural cohort of MODEC's newly launched trainee program in Guyana, designed to offer global training, hands-on experience, and career development. A commencement ceremony was held on February 13 at the Centre for Local...
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SBM Offshore Guyana completes 900 hours of vendor training in 2024

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SBM Offshore Guyana has achieved 900 hours of training with local vendors in 2024, as part of its commitment to enhancing operational standards among Guyanese businesses. Local Content Lead Garri Fraser disclosed the achievement during the company’s Vendor Day...
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Donella Long: Elevating Guyana’s Hospitality Scene with ‘The Balance’

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Since 2016, Donella Long, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of The Balance, has been transforming Guyana’s hospitality landscape. Her company provides professional staffing solutions for events, including waiters, bartenders, mixologists, and cleaners. Known for its exceptional service and attention...
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Capturing the corporate boom: Koaito Grant’s journey into oil and gas photography

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In the evolving landscape of Guyana’s oil and gas industry, few have managed to carve out a niche quite like Koaito Grant. A name synonymous with corporate photography, Grant’s journey from discovering his passion for capturing moments to becoming...
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Technicians, Engineers, Maritime positions “most difficult” roles to fill in O&G sector – Labor Assessment Study

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Labor scarcity in Guyana’s market is a known issue, especially in the oil and gas sector.  Currently, technicians, engineers and maritime positions are the “most difficult” to fill, according to data from a 2023 labor assessment study. An excerpt was...
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Can Guyana’s economic boom reverse record migration? Only time will tell

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Oil, the earth’s black gold, lies deep beneath waters in Guyana’s exclusive economic zone and has been propelling the South American country to new heights. Opportunities are boundless but a major problem exists - labor. And Guyana needs lots...
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Greater Guyana Initiative calls for new proposals 

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The Greater Guyana Initiative (GGI) has put out a call for new proposals aimed at advancing strategic capacity development across the South American nation.  Backed by a substantial US$100 million (GY$20 billion) investment from ExxonMobil Guyana Limited, Hess Guyana Exploration...
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Women in Energy Guyana to champion inclusion at landmark forum this Saturday

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Women in Energy Guyana is set to host the groundbreaking "Championing Women in the Energy Sector: Creating Pathways Guyana FORUM" this Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre in Georgetown....
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Afreximbank and Suriname to launch US$5B local content facility

PARAMARIBO, Suriname — African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) will partner with the Government of Suriname to establish a US$5 billion...

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