About this Training Course
The transportation function, typically part of procurement, focuses on transporting goods from vendors at points of origin to final consignees in countries of use. In the Oil & Gas industry, these final destinations often include isolated or remote areas with difficult access. This makes transportation an essential element of operational supply chain efficiency. Successfully transporting sensitive industrial equipment across the globe on schedule and with effective cost control is crucial to the success of Oil & Gas development projects and operations.
Module 1: Supply Chain Overview
This module defines the supply chain in the upstream Industry and identifies the role and key players of transit within the Supply Chain.
Module 2: Regulatory Framework and Innovations
This module examines the regulatory framework of Freight Forwarding activities, defining key stakeholders and explaining Incoterms. Participants will gain understanding to select the most appropriate Incoterms for international shipments to minimize risks, costs, and lead times. The module also defines freight forwarder liabilities and roles, customs regulations, and shipment packaging requirements, including those for Dangerous Goods. Practical exercises will allow trainees to apply Incoterms knowledge. The module concludes with an overview of industry innovations: Data Science, Robotics, and Blockchain technology developments.
Module 3: International Air Freight
This module explores international Air Freight Forwarding: key actors, regulatory frameworks, documentation requirements, contracts, and overall transport organization.
Module 4: International Sea Freight
This module explains international Sea Freight Forwarding, covering the legal framework, documentation, contracts, and the execution of international sea transport agreements.
Module 5: International Road Transportation
This module provides guidelines on International Road Transportation conventions and defines the obligations and liabilities of all parties involved.
Module 6: Transport of Dangerous Goods
This module addresses the specific challenges of international transport of Dangerous Goods, which is common in the Oil and Gas industry. Topics include international regulations, classification and identification of Dangerous Goods, and proper packing, marking, and labeling. It also explains the documentation necessary for transporting and storing Dangerous Goods.