I Speak Subsea

Episode 6 - The Future of Offshore Innovation


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In Episode 6 of I Speak Subsea, Kyle Puls sits down with Eric Fritts, Aquila’s Compliance, Reliability, and Service Delivery Manager, to discuss his journey through offshore operations and into leadership.

Eric shares how a phone call from a Navy friend unexpectedly launched his offshore career, the experience of working with drilling contractors and operators, and how those lessons shaped his approach to engineering, reliability, and service delivery.

Chapters

00:00 – Episode Trailer
01:07 – Introduction & Eric Fritz’s Role at Aquila
01:47 – How Eric Got Into Oil & Gas
02:14 – Offshore Career & Moving Into Projects
03:14 – Day-to-Day Responsibilities at Aquila
04:18 – Market Conditions & Offshore Work Outlook
05:39 – What Makes Aquila Different
07:05 – Technology, Innovation & Staying Ahead
10:08 – Innovation vs Industry Buzzwords
11:30 – Building Solutions Through Customer Relationships
13:17 – Field Experience Driving Product Development
14:20 – What Motivates Eric in His Role
15:21 – Leadership, Mentorship & Helping Others Grow
16:50 – Where Aquila Is Headed in the Future
18:57 – Career Challenges & Lessons Learned
20:42 – What Kind of People Thrive at Aquila
22:19 – Growth Through Diverse Perspectives
23:49 – Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

Kyle Puls
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-puls-622aa554/

Eric Fritts
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-fritts/

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mo1yHezusHE

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