AIQ aims to sell its AI tools in the United States.
The firm, a joint venture between state oil giant ADNOC and G42’s Presight unit, revealed the strategy at a Semafor Gulf Live event in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. CEO Dennis Jol said the company has spent six years developing technology that improves safety and production at ADNOC and is now ready to pitch the tools to oil and gas operators worldwide.
The partnership blends ADNOC’s extensive operational data with G42’s expertise in artificial intelligence, creating a platform that can be adapted to any major AI system. By combining deep industry knowledge with cutting‑edge algorithms, AIQ positions the Emirates at the forefront of digital transformation in the energy sector.
AIQ’s push comes as the UAE maintains a $1.4 trillion investment commitment into the world’s largest oil producer. The timing is notable because the energy market has been disrupted by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, while the UAE’s exit from OPEC earlier this year and U.S. efforts to rebuild reserves are encouraging producers to maximise output. Jol highlighted that the United States oil and gas sector sits at the top of AIQ’s priorities, alongside the North Sea, Canadian tar sands and the “global south” where the Emirates enjoys strong government‑to‑government relationships.
“We’ve proven that we can do it here in the UAE. Now it’s time for us to export.”
— Dennis Jol, CEO, AIQ
AIQ’s proven AI suite
During the presentation, Jol highlighted that AIQ has built nearly 300 artificial‑intelligence use cases across ADNOC’s operations. The applications range from closed‑circuit camera systems that verify workers’ protective gear to automated shutdown mechanisms that prevent equipment accidents. A subsurface‑modeling tool helps decide which wells to keep active, a capability Jol likened to the logistical routing used by ride‑sharing services, but applied to energy production.
These tools draw on 70 years of historical data collected by ADNOC, allowing the models to predict equipment failures, optimise drilling schedules and trim project timelines from weeks to a matter of hours. By offering a “model‑agnostic” platform, AIQ can tailor its solutions to any oil producer’s existing AI infrastructure, making the technology attractive to international operators seeking proven, field‑tested intelligence.
Looking ahead, AIQ plans to introduce the suite to U.S. operators, leveraging the firm’s track record in the UAE to demonstrate reliability and cost‑effectiveness. Success in the United States could open pathways to other priority markets, reinforcing the UAE’s broader ambition to export home‑grown digital expertise across the global energy landscape.
Frequently asked questions
What AI tools is AIQ offering to US oil and gas companies?
AIQ plans to sell safety and productivity tools such as camera systems that verify workers’ protective gear, automated shutdown mechanisms to prevent equipment accidents, and subsurface‑modeling tools that optimise well activity and drilling schedules.
How many artificial‑intelligence use cases has AIQ built for ADNOC?
AIQ has built nearly 300 AI use cases across ADNOC’s operations, ranging from safety monitoring to equipment‑failure prediction and production optimisation.
Who are the partners behind AIQ?
AIQ is a joint venture between Abu Dhabi’s state oil giant ADNOC and G42’s Presight unit, combining ADNOC’s operational data with G42’s AI expertise.
Why is AIQ targeting the United States for its AI oil solutions?
The US oil and gas sector tops AIQ’s priority list because it offers a large, technologically‑advanced market where AI‑driven safety and efficiency tools can help maximise output amid global energy disruptions.
How does AIQ’s platform improve safety in oil fields?
AIQ’s platform uses AI‑driven camera systems to ensure workers wear protective gear and automated shutdown mechanisms that stop equipment before accidents occur, leveraging 70 years of ADNOC data for predictive safety.
