BUSINESS REPORTER
MUSCAT, NOV 14
Bukaka International LLC, the Oman-based subsidiary of Indonesian oil and gas equipment manufacturer PT Bukaka Teknik Utama Tbk, has trained six Omani personnel in rod pumping operations and maintenance, as part of efforts to strengthen technical skills supporting oilfield operations in the Sultanate of Oman.
Four participants were from Medco LLC and two from Bukaka International LLC. The four-day programme took place at the Bukaka Industrial Complex in Indonesia, the parent company’s main manufacturing facility, in collaboration with the Bukaka Learning Institute.
The training focused on artificial lift systems, which help bring oil to the surface, with sessions on equipment maintenance, downhole performance and operational safety. The programme forms part of Bukaka’s contribution to Oman’s In-Country Value (ICV) programme through the development of Omani technical capabilities, the company said.
Participants studied surface equipment mechanics, pumping unit geometry, gearboxes, sucker rod specifications and downhole pump clearances. They also received training in interpreting dynamometer cards, which are used to assess pumping system performance and identify potential operating problems.
Other sessions covered root cause failure analysis and lockout/tagout procedures, which isolate equipment from energy sources during maintenance. The programme concluded with practical exercises applying the classroom instruction to field operations.
A participant from Medco LLC described the training as excellent, saying it covered most of the important topics and key aspects of the subject. “The combination of theoretical training with a practical workshop visit was particularly valuable, as it provided a clearer understanding of the equipment, its operation, and the practical applications of what we learned during the course,” they said. “Overall, it was a very informative and rewarding experience,” they added, expressing their appreciation to the Bukaka teams for the warm hospitality, outstanding efforts and excellent organisation.
Bukaka said the programme would help align equipment development with operational requirements in Oman, while supporting local skills and equipment reliability. The company emphasised that its role in Oman extends beyond supplying products, reflecting a long-term commitment to developing Omani talent and supporting young Omanis through education and training in fields relevant to its business in the Sultanate of Oman.
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