Built on DSA’s petroleum consultancy heritage.

The latest portfolio presents Derek Smith & Associates as a proven oil and gas consultancy with an expanded service model spanning technical consulting, field operations, renewable energy and specialist recruitment.

Executive summary

Deep industry knowledge with tailored client solutions.

DSAPCSL describes its role as helping businesses of different sizes navigate the energy sector through seasoned professionals, technical expertise and customized project support.

Vision

To be the leading provider of top-tier professionals and holistic solutions to the upstream energy sector, continuously evolving with industry needs.

Mission

To be a trusted upstream energy partner providing highly qualified professionals, innovative and reliable solutions, and long-term client relationships.

Regional & international reach

DSA’s profile cites a strong presence in Trinidad and Tobago, the wider Caribbean, African and American regions, with historical overseas assignments in Cuba, Nigeria, Colombia and Venezuela.

Chairman’s perspective

Derek Smith: continuous evolution in the energy industry.

The Chairman’s message emphasizes almost five decades of supplying geologists, geophysicists and engineers, while expanding into data management, IT-driven roles and administrative support.

Traditional strengths

Operations and wellsite geology, geophysics, petroleum engineering, reservoir engineering, facilities and mechanical engineering.

Expanded capability

Data Management Solutions and other IT-enabled functions are now part of the broader service portfolio.

People support

Qualified administrative personnel complement technical professionals to support the wider energy sector.

DSA commendation

Exploration work that contributed to proven reserves.

The profile recounts Derek Smith’s Trinmar work from 1982 to 1994, including the GPE 361 study, the North Main Field designation and a commendation from Texaco leadership.

Trinmar SBU

Mr. Smith spent 12 years conducting field and regional studies using well and seismic data to explore for new reserves.

North Main Field

GPE 361 identified new reserve potential north of Soldado Main Field; the profile states the subsequent wells were successful.

Overseas consultancy

PPSL and DSAPCSL later carried out assignments in Cuba, Nigeria, Colombia and Venezuela.