Weatherford and AIQ sign strategic partnership to accelerate efficiency in energy production
Published by Alfred Hamer,
Editorial Assistant
Oilfield Technology,
Weatherford International plc has announced it has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AIQ, the Abu Dhabi-based artificial intelligence (AI) champion developing innovative solutions for the energy sector.
The collaboration aims to integrate Weatherford's software and hardware solutions, including the Modern Edge suite, Unified Data Model, and WFRD Software Launchpad, with AIQ's AI-driven systems.
Girish Saligram, President and Chief Executive Officer of Weatherford, commented, “We are excited to partner with AIQ to bring innovative, AI-driven solutions to the oil and gas industry. This strategic partnership allows us to deliver cutting-edge technologies that empower our customers to maximise their operational efficiency, enhance automation, and reduce costs. By combining our strengths, we are leading the way in helping operators modernise their workflows and achieve greater success in today’s rapidly evolving energy landscape.”
Magzhan Kenesbai, Acting Managing Director of AIQ, said, “This partnership marks another step in AIQ’s mission to build partnerships that accelerate the deployment of impactful AI systems across the energy value chain. By integrating our advanced AI-driven tools with Weatherford's energy-specific technology, we are driving greater efficiencies to the industry through the development of scalable, automated applications. Together, we are set to empower operators to optimise their workflows, reduce downtime, and achieve unparalleled operational excellence.”
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