Technical field support
Operational and wellsite geologists, drilling specialists and engineering support aligned to client requirements.
International energy consultancy • recruitment • technical services
50 years & beyond of energy expertise.
Progressive Energy Inc. builds on the Derek Smith & Associates petroleum consultancy heritage to support operators, project teams and businesses with technical insight, field capability and specialist recruitment.
Executive summary
Consultancy built around the complexities of modern energy.
The revised DSA profile describes the business as a leading consultancy helping companies of all sizes navigate the energy sector with seasoned professionals, deep industry knowledge and tailored technical solutions.
Consultancy & strategy
License support, drilling programme design, technical audits, feasibility work and integrated studies.
International perspective
Experience and relationships extending across Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana, Norway, Cuba, Nigeria and other markets.
People & recruitment
Tailored recruitment strategies, comprehensive candidate screening and ongoing placement support.
Core principles
Grounded in integrity. Powered by innovation.
The latest company profile formalizes four principles that guide professional selection, communication and continuous improvement.
Capable professionals
Provide knowledgeable energy professionals aligned with client expectations and industry demands.
Open communication
Maintain clear client communication so expectations are met safely, on time, within scope and within budget.
Ethics & standards
Select professionals using a strict code of ethics and strong company standards.
Continuous improvement
Upgrade systems and procedures with technological advancement in the energy sector.
Service platform
From subsurface studies to specialist talent.
The company profile covers consultancy, oil and gas, renewable energy, recruitment and five detailed technical core areas.
Consultancy for energy operators and developers.
Innovative, safe and environmentally conscious support for traditional oil and gas projects as well as renewable energy initiatives.
✓License application support and project planning.
✓Review and audit of geological, engineering and economic studies.
✓Technical advice from project commissioning through completion.
Oil & gas across the project lifecycle.
Support from initial license applications through drilling programme construction and management, plus technical reviews and audits.
✓Petroleum and drilling services.
✓Field operations and integrated reservoir studies.
✓Economic analysis and development support.
Renewable energy integration.
The revised profile extends consultancy into renewable energy, helping companies adopt and integrate sustainable energy solutions.
✓Energy transition support.
✓Sustainable solution integration.
✓Cross-sector technical consulting.
Recruitment beyond the energy sector.
Recruitment capability now extends to technology, finance, healthcare, manufacturing and other sectors, with tailored search and screening.
✓Customized recruitment strategies.
✓Comprehensive candidate screening.
✓Ongoing support from initial contact through onboarding.
Project experience
A portfolio spanning operators, studies and field assignments.
The revised profile adds specialist work for NGC alongside EOG Resources Trinidad, Heritage Petroleum, Atlantic LNG, BPTT and a broader historical project portfolio.
NGC • Heritage Project
Southern Basin subsurface study
Specialist petroleum consultancy services including a subsurface study of the Southern Basin of Trinidad.
EOG Resources Trinidad
Wellsite Geologist Contract
Osprey A and B Well Program and East Coast Drilling Campaign support.
Heritage Petroleum
Drilling & workover support
Management and supervision services, geologists, drilling superintendent, company men, logistics and feasibility support.
Atlantic LNG
Feasibility & disposal well work
Feasibility studies, environmental certificate support and subsurface assessment for a disposal well.
Leadership profile