Energy & Utility Systems
Consultant/Trainer: Jan Zander and Gilles Thevenet
The energy industry is facing unprecedented challenges. With rising energy prices and an ever-increasing demand for power, utility systems are under pressure. Are you ready to navigate these complexities?
With global electricity demand projected to double by 2050, industries worldwide are reshaping their infrastructure to stay competitive and meet growing needs. This transformation requires professionals who can manage complex utility systems efficiently and effectively. If you’re ready to take on these challenges and lead in the industry, this is your moment…
Your trainers, Jan Zander and Dirk-Jan Treur, are experts in energy systems and utility management. Jan specializes in power generation and distribution, while Dirk-Jan focuses on renewable energy and energy storage. Together, they bring practical expertise to guide you through modern energy systems.
With global electricity demand projected to double by 2050, industries worldwide are reshaping their infrastructure to stay competitive and meet growing needs. This transformation requires professionals who can manage complex utility systems efficiently and effectively. If you’re ready to take on these challenges and lead in the industry, this is your moment…
Your trainers, Jan Zander and Dirk-Jan Treur, are experts in energy systems and utility management. Jan specializes in power generation and distribution, while Dirk-Jan focuses on renewable energy and energy storage. Together, they bring practical expertise to guide you through modern energy systems.
Cost
€4725
Location
Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Dates
14-17 October, 2025
About the Trainer
With extensive experience in power generation and distribution, Jan Zander excels in optimizing utility systems and enhancing operational performance. He has contributed to projects involving combustion efficiency strategies, oxygen management, and boiler firebox explosion prevention. Jan's practical insights and hands-on approach make him a valuable asset to the team.
Gilles Thevenet is an experienced Oil & Gas manager specializing in Energy, Utilities, and Hydrogen Systems with 35 years in global projects at Shell, Preem AB, and Vallourec. He excels in energy optimization, utilities support, and operational excellence. His qualifications include degrees from Ecole Centrale de Paris, MIT, and AFNOR certification as an Energy Auditor.
Participants
You will become equipped with specific skills to troubleshoot utility systems, optimize energy efficiency, and enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure like boilers, steam distribution, and cooling towers at refineries and petrochemical plants. You will also learn how to identify and resolve operational issues to ensure smooth, continuous energy operations
Learning Objectives
You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the key factors affecting energy and utility systems, helping you improve the reliability, efficiency, and effectiveness of utilities generation and distribution in refineries, petrochemical complexes, and LNG facilities. You’ll also explore real-world challenges commonly encountered at manufacturing sites—issues often not covered in textbooks. By diving into these practical problems, you’ll be better equipped to troubleshoot hot utilities systems when faced with similar situations in your own work.
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
- Introduction
- Basic water chemistry
- Water sources & surge
- Sedimentation & clarification
- Filtration
- Ion exchange / demin plant
Day 2
- De-aeration & oxygen scavenging
- BFW pumps & NPSH
- Boilers & combustion basics
- Boiler water treatment
- Condensate treatment
- Steam distribution, control & dynamics
Day 3
- Steam turbines
- Condensers
- Cooling towers performance
- Cooling water treatment
- CT water & chlorination
- Cooling water & legionella
Day 4
- Water integrity protection
- Process safety in utilities
- Pump curves
- Condensate trapping
- Fuel gas
- Instrument air
- Nitrogen
- Reliability philosophy
- Power dynamics
Programme
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
- Introduction
- Basic water chemistry
- Water sources & surge
- Sedimentation & clarification
- Filtration
- Ion exchange / demin plant
Day 2
- De-aeration & oxygen scavenging
- BFW pumps & NPSH
- Boilers & combustion basics
- Boiler water treatment
- Condensate treatment
- Steam distribution, control & dynamics
Day 3
- Steam turbines
- Condensers
- Cooling towers performance
- Cooling water treatment
- CT water & chlorination
- Cooling water & legionella
Day 4
- Water integrity protection
- Process safety in utilities
- Pump curves
- Condensate trapping
- Fuel gas
- Instrument air
- Nitrogen
- Reliability philosophy
- Power dynamics