Stephen Finnie-Locke believes that tech will lead the way in the oil and gas sector. His company, Elite Energy Consultants, is driving the way globally by embracing tech. Locke believes the energy market's future is growing brighter with technological innovations.
"As a company, we've always believed in pushing boundaries, exploring new horizons," Finnie-Locke remarks with conviction. "Embracing tech is no exception. The latest tech is fueling unprecedented growth, innovation, and transformation."
Elite Energy Consultants specializes in Allocation Engineering, Production Engineering, and Emissions Management within the Upstream Oil and Gas industry. Created almost two decades ago in Scotland, Elite Energy Consultants emphasizes tech innovation to deliver on its core values of responsiveness, adaptability, and customer focus.
Together with Charlie Moncur, Elite's Chairman, Finnie-Locke credits his team for their quick embrace of the tech to serve their clients more completely.
Finnie-Locke contends, "Tech allows us to be who we are, just better and at a global level. Our clients still benefit from our bespoke solutions and sustainable focus."
Under Finnie-Locke's stewardship, Elite Energy Consultants embarked on a strategic expansion into key markets across Europe, North America, and Africa—a move that not only broadened the company's global footprint and solidified its position as a frontrunner in the industry but also necessitated tech innovation to make it happen.
"Tech is a pivotal factor in our expansion into new markets," Finnie-Locke explains. "Driven by a desire to meet the evolving needs of our clients, Elite set out to bring our expertise and innovative solutions to new frontiers, to make a meaningful impact on a global scale."
Finnie-Locke says that the tech initiative paid off. Throughout 2023, Elite Energy Consultants used tech to achieve a broad range of groundbreaking solutions, from emissions management to pipeline logistics and production management. Finnie-Locke's leadership ensured that the company remained at the forefront of technological advancement, driving operational efficiency and delivering tangible results for clients worldwide.
"Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do," Finnie-Locke emphasizes. "We're not content with the status quo. We're constantly pushing the boundaries, exploring new possibilities, and challenging ourselves to do better."
An unlikely spur drove Finnie-Locke to embrace technology: the pandemic. While the company had always used tech, it also prided itself on being on-site partners with their customers. When COVID-19 lockdowns shut down travel, the company had to pivot.
"I won't lie. I thought we were going to lose everything," Finnie-Locke says. "But our core value is adaptability. So we took a crash course in doing our business through tech. Instead of imploding, we grew by 70%."
A standout achievement of 2023 was Finnie-Locke's focus on localization efforts for Brazilian operators—a testament to his commitment to understanding and meeting the specific needs of clients in every market.
"Tech doesn't just allow us to provide solutions; it creates value, to make a real difference in the lives of our clients," Finnie-Locke declares. "Using tech allows us to take the time to understand their unique challenges and tailor our approach to meet their needs."
Furthermore, Finnie-Locke's dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility has been a driving force behind Elite Energy Consultants' mission to use tech to lead clients toward sustainability.
"We have a responsibility to future generations," Finnie-Locke asserts. "And that means prioritizing sustainability in everything we do—driving efficiency, reducing costs, and promoting environmentally responsible solutions."
As Finnie-Locke looks ahead, his vision for Elite Energy Consultants remains ambitious and forward-thinking. With plans to further expand the company's global footprint, drive innovation, and lead the industry toward a more sustainable future, Finnie-Locke believes that tech will shape the course of his company and the energy sector for years to come.
"Innovation, sustainability, excellence—these are the values that define us as a company," Finnie-Locke concludes, his gaze fixed on the horizon. "And as long as we stay true to those values, I have no doubt that the future holds endless possibilities for Elite Energy Consultants."
Stephen Finnie-Locke and Elite Energy Consulting are leading the way for innovation in the oil and gas sector. Finnie-Locke knows that technology is leading the way to their bright future.
For more information on Elite Energy Consultants, visit www.ei-cs.com/.
