Global Flow Measurement Workshop 2025

Tomas is one of two conference Keynotes.

Tomas has a master’s degree in reservoir technology from the University of Stavanger. He began his career as an equipment operator in BJ Services in 1990, worked offshore mainly with well cementing, completion, well stimulating and pressure testing.

From 1992 Tomas worked at the Norwegian Offshore Directorate with various tasks within resource management, reservoir technology, exploration, field development, production, and project management. Over the past 15 years, Tomas has held various leadership roles within the Norwegian Offshore Directorate management team, mainly within resource management, field development and production.

The last year Tomas has taken the position of assistant director with responsibility for fiscal metering, regulations and legal.

Menne Schakel is chief scientist flow at VSL, the National Metrology Institute of the Netherlands. He obtained his PhD in geophysics, with honors, at Delft University in 2011. He has upstream and downstream oil- and gas work experience. He coordinates the European metrology research projects on liquefied energy gases such as LNG and liquefied hydrogen. He is an expert member in the European harmonization group EuReGa that establishes the harmonised reference for high-pressure gas flow measurements.

Sami Koskinen, Director of Digital Transformation at Beamex, is an experienced subject matter expert with a successful 25-year track record in process automation, with a particular focus on the regulated industry. Sami’s passion is using his wealth of experience from various corporate positions to help Beamex customers achieve operational excellence. He holds a BSc in Information Technology.

Rolf has a Doctorate in Engineering Physics from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology from 1998. He joined SLB the same year and has been working in R&D in the oil and gas industry since then. He managed development and engineering of the Vx Multiphase Flowmeters and the AquaWatcher water analysis sensor from 2003 to 2015. The last years he has lead the development of a subsea ultrasonic meter and he is now working on new applications of this technology such as subsea metering of carbon dioxide for carbon storage, and custody transfer metering of unprocessed natural gas, which is the topic of today’s presentation.

Eike has been working in different positions in Sales and Sales Management in FLEXIM in the last 12 years. He supports as Industry Manager Oil&Gas both the Sales and Product Management team for the wide range of Non-Intrusive Flow Measurement since beginning of 2023. Eike is graduated as Dipl.-Ing. oec, Hamburg Technical University.

Rafael is an Equipment Engineer at Petrobras, specializing in fluid measurement systems. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from the Federal University of Espirito Santo (UFES), a postgraduate degree in Equipment Engineering with a focus on Electronics and Industrial Automation from the Petrobras University, and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of São Paulo (USP) (in progress). Rafaels research at USP focused on the application of machine learning techniques to flow measurement, combining expertise in instrumentation, automation, and data-driven modeling to improve measurement accuracy and operational efficiency

Dr. Jan Kocbach is Chief Scientist in the Measurement Science group at NORCE Research, specializing in modeling and data analysis for sensor and system-level applications. Jan combines deep physics knowledge with practical sensor expertise to develop robust measurement solutions across the energy sector. His research focuses on understanding and modeling uncertainties in complex measurement systems, with extensive experience in flow measurements and multiphysics systems. Jan holds a Dr. Scient. (PhD) in Physics with specialization in acoustics from the University of Bergen. His background includes applications in energy systems, flow assurance, and measurement challenges across traditional and emerging energy transport systems.

Gijs is currently working as a Flow Assurance Lead at Norske Shell in Stavanger. He began his journey with Shell in 2012 in Amsterdam, where he gained extensive experience by working on flow assurance for assets globally. In 2023, Gijs relocated to Norway, bringing over a passion for ensuring efficient and reliable flow in Shells operations.

Zheng has an Master of Science - Energy and Environment Technology - University of South-Eastern Norway.

Following is her work experiences in TechnipFMC service department for Multiphase Meters (MPM) since 2014. Located in Stavanger. Lead all metering-related activities in TechnipFMC's Multiphase Meters (MPM) in service phase. Specialized in field operations, meter configuration, sensitivity studies, in-situ verification, performance monitoring, and flow investigation. Recognized as the ¨Technology Expert¨ in TechnipFMC

Kjetil has a Master in Engineering Cybernetics from NTNU and more than 30 year experience from Equinor R&D Automatic well control and production optimization

I have recently completed an MBA at Imperial College Business School, with focus on strategy and corporate innovation.

My professional experience includes periods in operations, sales, product management and business development. I have worked in both start-ups and multinationals in the oil and gas services and manufacturing sectors.

Dennis van Putten works for DNV as a principal expert in (multiphase/wet gas) flow metering. He holds a PhD in fluid dynamics and is mostly involved in R&D projects for metering and focuses on the fundamental physics of (multiphase) flows and flow meter performance testing.

Karin grew up in Canada and earned her Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Western Ontario. She then pursued a PhD in Fluid Mechanics at École Centrale de Nantes in France, focusing on advanced fluid dynamics research.

With six years of experience in the Oil and Gas industry, Karin specializes in fluid mechanics and flow metering technologies and currently works as a Technical Specialist at Faure Herman. Her role encompasses R&D, design, and performance optimization of turbine and ultrasonic flowmeters. Karin represents Faure Herman in several API working groups and European standards committees, contributing her technical expertise to the development of industry standards.

Christian has a background in Petroleum Technology from the University of Bergen, with a master’s degree in reservoir physics. In 2013 he joined Equinor as a production engineer, working with well planning and production optimization. In 2017 he started working at K-lab Technology Test Centre at Kårstø, with responsibility for thermodynamics, metering, and quality assurance of test results.

Massimiliano has the following degrees and key qualifications

• MSc. in Nuclear Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Turin, Italy
• Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Lisbon, Portugal
• 16+ years working for SLB as Physicist and Project Manager for new product development
• Developed, managed and commercialized multiple projects in Multi-Phase Flow Metering

Kjetil holds a PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Bergen. Since 2009, he has worked in research and technology development within measurement science at NORCE, focusing on multiphase and fiscal flow measurement. His work includes sensor development and uncertainty analysis of metering stations and allocation systems.

Verdi Wahjosoedibjo is the Global Discipline Head for Instrumentation, Control and Electrical (GDH ICE) in Shell. He has over 30 years of experience in the energy sector and has held multiple positions in Shell encompassing R&D, Downstream, Engineering and Projects organizations.

Verdis experience includes advanced process control technology deployment, management of refinery operations, general manager for engineering, and now GDH ICE. Verdi’s assignments have encompassed Shell’s operations across the globe.
As GDH ICE, Verdi leads a discipline of 1,650 engineers and technicians whose purpose is to power and automate Shell’s energy transition strategy.

Verdi trained in electrical and chemical engineering, specializing in control engineering. He holds engineering degrees from Stanford University.

I am a highly motivated Petroleum Engineer working at Equinor as a Production Technology Engineer in TDI.

I am developing my skills to meet Equinor's 2050 net-zero goal, as I believe that everyone should contribute to a sustainable world; this will make living safer for coming generations.