Mission and approach

At 3t Energy Group, we harness the power of technology to transform training and enhance performance, enabling the people and companies in the global energy sector to work safer, smarter and more efficiently.

We are transforming workforce training around the world.

To achieve this we use groundbreaking new technology that delivers world-class, industry-focused solutions across three key pillars – Training, Simulators, and Software and Technology.

Using our expertise and innovative solutions across these critical channels we are able to focus on the talent development, performance management of your workforce and operational efficiency of your business.

 

By assessing the current skills and performance of each individual worker, make them safer and smarter, then track, monitor and analyse their progress, results and performance. This results in an industry that is more efficient and more profitable.

Training

Best-in-class learning experiences delivered at state-of-the-art training centres and on-site mobile training hubs in countries all around the world.

Software & Technology

A revolutionary and globally available cloud-based platform that transforms the entire training and workforce management process.

Simulators

World leading Immersive products that enhance on-the-job performance by changing the way a workforce prepares for work and tests their skills.

Our history

1988

Drilling Systems founded by Julian Jones, headquartered in Bournemouth, UK

1991

First suite of drilling simulation products launched, followed by the DrillSim 5000 series in 1992

1993

The first full scale simulators delivered to Maersk and Schlumberger

2015

Bluewater acquires Drilling Systems to accelerate product roll-out and international expansion strategy

In 2015, Drilling Systems launched the industry’s first “On The Rig” portable, multi-discipline simulator

2017

3t Energy Group formed through a merger of Drilling Systems with AIS, one of the largest training providers based in Newcastle

2017

3t Energy Group acquires Neutron VR, a virtual reality and software specialist to strengthen its technological capabilities and diversify its client base outside energy

2018

3t Energy Group acquires Survivex – leading offshore training provider based in Aberdeen

2018

Investec becomes a supportive lending partner of the group

2020

3t Energy Group launches 3t Transform business line specialising in cutting-edge learning, training, and competence technologies and software

2021

3t Energy Group acquires Petrofac UK Training – solidifying its leading position within energy, renewables, construction and marine training sectors in the UK

2021

AIS and Survivex come together to form AIS Survivex and take the lead as the UK’s number one energy sector training business

2022

3t Energy Group acquires UK leading construction and utility infrastructure training provider, Utility and Construction Training Ltd. (UCT)

"We share our expertise and connect products and services from each pillar to develop powerful game-changing solutions which can transform the way people learn and industry operates."

Kevin Franklin, CEO

Our approach

We listen

Only by understanding and listening to the challenges our clients face can we truly start to create solutions that make an impact.

We collaborate

Working together and sharing knowledge is integral to how we can deliver truly ground-breaking solutions across our 3 core pillars.

We transform

We believe that everything we do should create an impact for our clients to help transform the efficiency and performance of their operations.

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Global locations

We are transforming training with technology on a global scale - UK and Europe, USA, Asia and MENA

Global reach

Whether you are wanting training delivery and management in remote regions or looking to deploy our software, technology or simulators to a global workforce we can deliver the connected solutions you need.

Global knowledge

Our talented global team which includes over 17 nationalities understand the dynamics and differences of how business operates globally giving us the unique insight to create solutions with flexibility to adapt and perform in each region.

Global Support

As we have teams in each region we can offer the tailored 'on-the-ground' support our clients need in each region.

We are transforming training with technology for clients around the world

"It’s strategically imperative we are positioned globally, to support our client’s while leveraging our capabilities to transform training with technology."

Kevin Franklin, CEO

Training

Best-in-class learning experiences delivered at state-of-the-art training centres and on-site mobile training hubs in countries all around the world.

Software & Technology

A revolutionary and globally available cloud-based platform that transforms the entire training and workforce management process.

Simulators

World leading Immersive products that enhance on-the-job performance by changing the way a workforce prepares for work and tests their skills.