Michael Barrow is a seasoned technology leader with over 20 years of experience in delivering advanced telecommunications and IT infrastructure solutions within the energy sector, particularly in offshore oil and gas environments. He combines deep technical expertise with strategic vision, enabling organizations to seamlessly integrate operational technology (OT) with information technology (IT) to drive efficiency, safety, and innovation.

As the Country Manager for Tampnet Trinidad and Tobago—the world’s largest offshore telecommunications provider—Michael plays a key role in the design and deployment of high-performance, low-latency connectivity solutions which are critical to supporting remote operations, enabling real-time decision-making, and ensuring the reliability and safety of offshore assets.

Michael’s career has spanned key markets across the Caribbean and the Americas, including Trinidad, the Gulf of Mexico, Brazil, and Guyana. He has successfully led end-to-end project lifecycles, from assessing legacy infrastructure and defining technical requirements to aligning stakeholders and executing large-scale deployments.

Michael draws on real-world experience and his insights emphasize practical lessons learned, risk mitigation strategies, and the transformative value of connectivity in achieving operational excellence. Whether addressing engineers or industry leaders, Michael offers a compelling perspective on digital transformation in offshore energy operations.