Kuwait University opens Petroleum Services Laboratory at 'Science'
Opening of a specialized laboratory for petroleum exploration to enhance academic and sectoral readiness.
Translated by Qiyas from الجريدة — Original source
Dr. Haider Bahbahani, Dean of the College of Science, stated that the laboratory provides specialized software and technologies for petroleum reservoir exploration and subsurface geological studies, thereby bridging theoretical knowledge with practical applications and enabling students to become familiar with the technologies used in the oil industry.
Bahbahani emphasized the importance of collaboration between academic institutions and the oil sector in developing scientific and practical capabilities, noting that partnerships with specialized institutions contribute to enhancing the educational and research environment and strengthening the readiness of national cadres to keep pace with scientific and technological advancements and labor market demands.
For her part, Dr. Fawzia Abdullah, Assistant Dean for Planning, Consultations, and Training at the College of Science, said that the laboratory allows students to learn the latest software used in petroleum exploration and develop their technical skills through the use of specialized digital tools for studying geological formations and exploring petroleum reservoirs.
Abdullah added that the development of scientific and training facilities enhances the quality of academic outputs, supports the integration of theoretical education with practical application, and opens broader horizons for leveraging the expertise and technologies used in the oil sector, thereby contributing to the preparation of qualified national cadres in earth sciences and petroleum geology.
The laboratory’s opening ceremony was attended by several executives and officials from SLB, the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, and Kuwait Oil Company, alongside faculty members from the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the College of Science.
