Energy Chamber of T&T and Suriname Energy Chamber sign MOU to boost regional energy collaboration
Energy Chamber of T&T and Suriname Energy Chamber sign MOU to boost regional energy collaboration
The Energy Chamber of Trinidad and Tobago and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) have officially entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant milestone in the deepening of bilateral private-sector relations between the two nations. The signing ceremony took place on the sidelines of the 2026 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, Texas.
Energy News
The Energy Chamber of Trinidad and Tobago and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) have officially entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a significant milestone in the deepening of bilateral private-sector relations between the two nations. The signing ceremony took place on the sidelines of the 2026 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, Texas.
Valaris, a major offshore drilling contractor, has officially set up an office in Port of Spain, Trinidad. The company operates the world’s largest offshore drilling fleet, working across six continents in nearly every major offshore basin.
Guyana’s President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali has said current levels of global energy investment are not enough to meet rising demand, as he called for a more balanced approach to energy security and the energy transition.
St. Kitts and Nevis has launched a competitive tender for a major solar and battery energy storage project, marking an important step in the Federation’s efforts to reduce reliance on imported fuel and strengthen energy security.
Italian energy company Eni has signed a programmatic agreement with Venezuela’s Ministry of Hydrocarbons and state-owned Petróleos de Venezuela S.A. (PDVSA) to relaunch oil activities at the Junín-5 project in the Orinoco Belt, marking another step in Venezuela’s renewed push to rebuild its hydrocarbons sector.
The University of the West Indies (UWI), St Augustine Campus, has received a CAD$100,000 grant from Scotiabank’s Climate Action Research Fund to support a green hydrogen research project aimed at helping decarbonise Trinidad and Tobago’s petrochemical sector. The funding was announced on April 21, 2026.
People in Energy
Shemeon Williams –Founder and Team Lead, Luvo Productions Ltd.
“There are high-paying and respected careers and professionals, but it’s the sector of engineers supported and guided by best practices learned from the multi-nationals and service companies that adopt and improve upon these global standards that generates much-needed foreign exchange for T&T; and this is unique to this group of professionals”.
Today we focus our lenses inward as we throw the spotlight on a member who is the Founder and Team Lead of our photography partner (Luvo Productions Ltd.), Shemeon Williams.
“My motivation comes from knowing that my contribution brings benefit to others” – to the company, employees and the country. And similarly, and in an almost symbiotic way, loyalty and passion for the companies that I have been a part of, have been drivers of my professional development.
Work passionately, carefully and honestly at what you do, trust your ability and competence, engage openly and fairly with your team and clients and value the experience and knowledge of others, in a sub-sector that has far-reaching implications for you and others.
Deo N. Lall - Chairman, Qualitech Machining Services Ltd.
Technically, you could say that I started working for the Energy sector before the Energy sector even started! My first visit to Point Lisas was to repair a Caterpillar bulldozer which was cutting the first road through the existing cane fields in Point Lisas, which is now Atlantic Avenue, by the Atlantic Plaza. That would be about 45 years ago.
“I would never have imagined being given this level of trust, respect and authority; at times, I have to have hard conversations with people of different genders, ages and religions and this requires empathy and professionalism. One must not see the barriers and boundaries to what the possibilities are; find your path and no matter how long it takes you, work towards getting yourself there”.
“Balancing my life and the job has been challenging but I don’t give in to defeat. The energy sector has given me an opportunity to learn and grow and for me being able to contribute and give back is very satisfying. When you work hard and deliver as you are expected to, the reward always follows”.
Energy Data
Gasoline prices increased across most CARICOM markets between July 2025 and May 2026, although the average rise across the region was smaller than the increase in the global average price. Data from GlobalPetrolPrices.com was compiled to show that seven of the eleven CARICOM markets reviewed recorded higher gasoline prices in May 2026 than in July 2025. Four markets recorded lower prices, although in the case of The Bahamas the decline was marginal.
Data from the Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries’ Consolidated Monthly Bulletins and Central Bank Data Centre, show production of LNG from Atlantic LNG rising to 17,594,130 cubic metres in 2025, up from 16,634,427 cubic metres in 2024.
Guyana’s temporary fuel shortage this month was a reminder that oil production and fuel security are not the same thing. Newsroom Guyana reported that the disruption left motorists questioning how shortages could emerge in one of the world’s fastest-growing oil producers, before the government said new shipments were on the way and urged the public not to panic buy. That has relevance for Trinidad and Tobago. The accompanying chart, based on Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries monthly bulletins, shows that the country has continued to import sizeable volumes of refined petroleum products since the refinery closure.
The most useful thing about gas transmission incident data is not simply whether the total number of incidents is rising or falling; it is what the data reveals about the causes of those incidents. The US Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) chart on onshore gas transmission pipeline significant incidents, shows that the largest contribution in 2010–2019 came from equipment failure, with smaller but notable contributions from material failure of pipe or wells, other outside-force damage, natural-force damage, incorrect operation, and excavation damage.
Disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is beginning to show up not only in energy prices but also in physical commodity flows, and that could carry mixed implications for Trinidad and Tobago. While crude oil flows have drawn the most attention, the disruption is also affecting other commodities moving through the Gulf, including LNG and fertilizer-related products.
Trinidad and Tobago’s natural gas sector could receive a meaningful boost from 2027 as regional cooperation gains momentum and a new wave of upstream projects led by bp and Shell moves towards first gas. These developments are expected to provide welcome relief to the downstream sector and improve feedgas availability for LNG operations. While they may not fully close the country’s supply gap, they create a stronger platform for growth and reinforce the importance of cross-border gas as part of a longer-term solution.
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Events & Training
This programme is geared to teach drivers how to focus to recognize hazards associated with motor vehicle collision and traffic violations. It sets the groundwork for both young and experienced drivers to enhance their driving skills, thus preparing them to become a “defensive driver”. This course certification is accredited by the National Safety Council, USA. It is strongly recommended both for inexperienced drivers, as well as companies and businesses for their employees.
This course is aimed at all individuals involved in the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment in the workplace. Successful participants will be able to better understand the concept of hazards and risk as well as their roles and responsibilities within a safe system of work. Participants will also have a proper understanding of accountability, responsibilities, and communication within the hazard identification in the workplace. This training is done to the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992.
This course is aimed at all individuals involved in the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment in the workplace. Successful participants will be able to better understand the concept of hazards and risk as well as their roles and responsibilities within a safe system of work. Participants will also have a proper understanding of accountability, responsibilities, and communication within the hazard identification in the workplace. This training is done to the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992.
This course is aimed at all individuals involved in the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment in the workplace. Successful participants will be able to better understand the concept of hazards and risk as well as their roles and responsibilities within a safe system of work. Participants will also have a proper understanding of accountability, responsibilities, and communication within the hazard identification in the workplace. This training is done to the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992.
This is a comprehensive programme developed to train and prepare persons to be successful and effective Supervisors and Managers in the workplace. It is structured to cover the 10 key areas of Leadership and Management and its purpose is to teach the attendees the principles of effective leadership but more importantly, how to apply those principles in real-work situations. Additionally, this programme focuses on participants developing their own leadership style and using it to their advantage.
All organizations are striving to create a world of work that is safe, healthy and sustainable. The IOSH Managing Safely workshop will assist companies in achieving this objective. This course is designed for those required to manage safely and effectively in compliance with both their organization’s policy and best practice in health and safety. Participants will be encouraged to apply all theories learnt to their current work environment.
CARICHAM - Profile and Resources
CARICHAM, established in 2019, unites some of the earliest established and most respected Chambers of Commerce in the Caribbean, collectively boasting over 1,600 years of experience. Spanning from the Bahamas to Suriname and Barbados to Belize, its members represent English, Spanish, French, and Dutch-speaking countries.
CARICHAM collaborates with key regional and international bodies such as the UNDRR, OACPS, CARICOM Secretariat, CDEMA, and CEDA. Leveraging modern communication technology, CARICHAM fosters flexible and efficient collaboration, promotes intra-regional trade, and advocates for greater regional integration.
In the face of natural hazards and the COVID-19 pandemic, CARICHAM is committed to disaster risk reduction and mitigation, enhancing the resilience of Caribbean economies and societies. Accordingly, CARICHAM has developed a resource hub for SME’s. This hub includes templates, video demonstrations, training, and guidance documents on a host of topics that are essential to the growth and development of SME’s. To access this resource please click the image below.
