Petroleum Minister Karim Badawi attended the closing ceremony of the Industry Simulation Program (ISP)—an initiative by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Egypt branch and hosted by Enppi. Held from February 9 to 24, 2025, the program aimed to equip university students with practical industry skills, focusing on advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning.

In his speech, Badawi outlined the six key pillars of the ministry’s strategy, explaining how young trainees could draw on these pillars to develop their career experiences and become effective contributors to their implementation.

He praised the winning teams for the performances which showcased their new ideas, relying on science and teamwork. The Minister stressed that young people are communities’ main driving force and the engine for reshaping the future.

Badawi pointed out that while technology is continuously evolving, success mainly depends on people. “Every individual is a vital part of the petroleum and mineral resources system; whether in management, implementation or development,” he said.

He called on university students to engage in development projects, emphasizing their role in driving positive change through innovation and fresh ideas. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of occupational safety and operational efficiency, recognizing them as key components of a stable work environment.

“True success is rooted in teamwork and the integration of efforts. The remarkable level of cooperation between teams reflects that our policies and principles are built on a solid foundation,” Badawi said.

For his part, SPE Egypt Chairman Saeed Abdel Moneim expressed gratitude to the Minister for his ongoing support. He also commended the participants for their dedication, acknowledging the role of the volunteers who organized the program.

The ceremony concluded with the recognition of the top two winning teams, with students receiving certificates.

Notably, Enppi hosted 120 students from 12 universities across Egypt, providing an immersive training experience that combined theoretical knowledge with practical application to equip them with diverse skills and techniques needed in the petroleum industry.

The program incorporated AI and machine learning (ML) to enhance the effectiveness of the training and prepare students for industry challenges.