Technical and vocational training expanding under oil companies programme

A demonstration of the Augmented Reality Welding Simulation System facilitated by an instructor and student

Technical and vocational training across the country continues to be enhanced by the collaboration between the oil companies operating offshore and the Ministry of Education’s, Council for Technical and Vocational Education Training (C-TVET). 

The Greater Guyana Initiative (GGI) is a US$100 million, 10-year investment made by the Stabroek Block co-venturers – ExxonMobil Guyana Limited, Hess Guyana Exploration Limited and CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Limited. It is geared towards developing the local workforce, building human capacity, enhancing education, and improving healthcare, all aimed at promoting sustainable economic diversification in Guyana.