January 24 is celebrated as the International Day of Education to highlight of the role of education in promoting world peace and development. While this day emphasizes the need for equitable, quality learning for all, it also carries an important message for the industry in general.

This blog article discusses why employee training is important for the oil and gas industry. It also shows what causes the existing skills gap, how this gap can be bridged and the challenges of retraining employees. It emphasizes the importance of ongoing training for engineers, maintenance personnel & operators in the industry with a view to taking advantage of the latest technological advancements.