The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), in collaboration with the Guyana Office for Investment (Go-Invest), is spearheading Guyana’s participation in the 56th annual Offshore Technology Conference (OTC), scheduled for May 5th to 8th, 2025, at NRG Park in Houston, Texas, USA.

The Offshore Technology Conference is a premier event that convenes energy professionals from around the globe to share ideas, discuss innovations, and explore solutions to the most pressing challenges facing the offshore energy sector.

During a recent press conference held at the GCCI’s boardroom, GCCI President Kester Hutson highlighted the significant impact of the OTC on local businesses. In previous years, delegations of approximately 35 business leaders from Guyana attended the event, gaining valuable exposure and forming strategic partnerships. Hutson emphasized that the conference offers more than just discussions on offshore energy. It provides business owners across all sectors the opportunity to explore international markets and bring innovative solutions back to Guyana.

Hutson noted that with Guyana being recognized as the fastest-growing economy in the world, the country is strategically positioning itself to fully capitalize on international networking opportunities like the OTC.

Echoing his sentiments, GCCI Senior Vice President Cathy Smith emphasized the importance of the OTC, describing it as the event that brings together the brightest minds in the energy sector. According to Smith, the conference provides a platform for participants to gain insights, seek answers, and return to Guyana inspired to further develop their businesses.

Go-Invest, through its Investment Officer and CEO, reaffirmed its commitment to providing financial and technical support for the Offshore Technology Conference in 2025 and beyond. Senior Director at Go-Invest, John Edghill, emphasized that Guyana’s participation in the OTC would help maintain the nation’s competitive edge in the oil and gas industry.

“We have a lot of national development goals linked to the oil and gas sector, but we are leveraging this sector to build up other industries. Our presence at OTC is about showcasing Guyana’s full potential—not just its current status but what it is poised to become by 2026, 2030, and beyond,” said Edghill.

He highlighted that the OTC will be a strategic opportunity to display Guyana’s tourism potential, agricultural prospects, manufacturing capabilities, value-added forestry, and mining potential. Additionally, Edghill pointed out the emerging importance of maritime and logistics, emphasizing their critical role in developing Guyana’s tourism and agricultural sectors.

Edghill stressed the importance of strategic timing and location in forming valuable business partnerships, stating,
“To find the right partners, we need to be in the right place at the right time.”

The GCCI and Go-Invest are encouraging local businesses to participate in the conference to explore global opportunities and forge international collaborations.

As Guyana continues to rise as a key player in the global energy landscape, events like the OTC play a vital role in driving innovation, collaboration, and sustainable economic growth.
For registration and more information on Guyana’s participation in the Offshore Technology Conference 2025, visit: https://gcci.gy/otc/.