Stories Beyond the Barrel

You’ve heard the story of Guyana’s rapid success in the global oil industry. Now hear from the people who’ve managed to build empires and carve out their own lanes because of it. These are their stories.

Stories Beyond the Barrel

From classroom to rig: Noble Cadets share how scholarship changed their lives

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Two recipients of Noble Corporation’s Cadet Scholarship Programme have shared testimonies on how the initiative has opened doors beyond financial assistance, changing the trajectory of their lives. Jashwan Somerset, a 2024 scholarship recipient, recalled the relief and surprise of being...
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‘It’s the people, the mission, and the impact’ – Asset Manager says as ONE GUYANA begins production

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The ONE GUYANA floating production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel has begun producing oil as part of ExxonMobil’s Yellowtail development offshore Guyana. Anthony Jackson, Asset Manager for the vessel, described the moment as deeply meaningful for the team behind it....
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Voices from the DrillMAX: Guyanese talent is driving offshore operations

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Aboard the Stena DrillMAX, Guyanese professionals are playing key roles in keeping offshore operations in tip-top shape. In the latest edition of Energy Magazine - OilNOW’s sister agency - a spotlight was shone on a few of these hardworking...
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From curiosity to career: Trainee Derrickman finds purpose on Stena DrillMAX

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Steve Sirkissoon has always been fascinated by the offshore world. Now, as a trainee derrickman aboard the Stena DrillMAX, he's living that dream. “It's a relatively new industry in our country, but I have always been interested in offshore working...
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From Criminal Law to the Law of the Sea: Meet Thandi McAllister

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In celebration of the International Day for Women in Maritime, we highlight Thandi McAllister, Guyana’s IMO Representative and MARAD Legal Director, whose work shapes maritime law and leadership. Thandi McAllister once planned a career in criminal law. But a second-year...
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Empowering women through action: Inside ExxonMobil Guyana’s WIN network

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The Women's Interest Network, or WIN, is ExxonMobil’s global initiative to empower and motivate women across the company. In Guyana, the network is growing in reach and impact, according to Emi Esechie, External Reporting Supervisor and WIN advisor. Esechie, who...
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Founder of UG’s Petroleum Engineers Chapter builds industry bridges for students

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Kezia Chinian is in her final year of Petroleum Engineering at the University of Guyana. She did not initially set out to work in oil and gas but chose her path after seeing the sector’s rapid growth.  “Petroleum was not...
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Katina Benn champions gender equality in Guyana’s Maritime sector​

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Katina Benn, President of the Women in Maritime Association Caribbean (WiMAC) – Guyana Chapter Inc., has been instrumental in advancing gender equality within Guyana's maritime industry. The organization was officially launched on May 18, 2022, coinciding with the inaugural...
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Christina Ramroop drives bold local content action at Stena Drilling

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Christina Ramroop serves as Stena Drilling’s Administration and Local Content Officer in Guyana. Her role allows her to develop professionally while making a meaningful impact. “Stena is an equal opportunity employer, and it gives me the free will to…grow into...
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Meet Elroy Vankennie: GYSBI’s first Guyanese QHSSE Manager 

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Elroy Vankennie is the first Guyanese to hold the role of Quality Health Safety Security and Environment (QHSSE) Manager at Guyana Shore Base Inc. (GYSBI). “Being the first Guyanese in this position is an incredible honor and a proud...
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