Briefing on the successful implementation of NOV Fiberspar Spoolable Pipe for the NOC

On May 10, AmCham members received an online briefing on the successful implementation of NOV Fiberspar Spoolable Pipe by its local partner Zulal Water Technology (ZWT).

The project Case Study touched on many issues that are relevant to all AmCham members including the importance of choosing the right local partner, the challenges that can be faced when doing projects in Libya, and key points to focus on in order to achieve success.

Panelists included Pedro Campo-Boue, Economic and Commercial Officer from the U.S. Embassy to Libya, Keith Kirkham, Regional Senior Commercial Officer, North Africa and the Levant from the U.S. Department of Commerce, David A. Vela, VP Sales, Oil & Gas, Eastern Hemisphere from NOV and Iftikhar Ul Haq, Managing Director from Zulal Water Technology.

Topics discussed included:

* Case Study of successful project implementation in Libya

* Description of successful collaboration between NOV and its local partner

* Identification of challenges faced and solutions developed

* Lessons learned and tips for suppliers looking to become active in Libya
* Perspective of major U.S. oil sector supplier on doing business in Libya
* Brief updates from U.S. Embassy and U.S. Department of Commerce on current initiatives