
At CAVU, we believe the difference between organizations that continually react to problems and those that consistently stay ahead of them comes down to one fundamental shift: moving from reactive to proactive performance.
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Many leaders rise to their positions based on their knowledge, technical skills, aptitude, and performance. These are primarily left-brain, rational activities. However, Emotional Intelligence is a right-brain activity that involves emotion and wisdom. Properly developing this aspect can enhance leadership abilities beyond just analytical skills.

Optimizing Drilling Excellence: Combining Human Factors and Well Control Simulation

164 Graduates Since 2022 from High-Hazard, High-Consequence Industries

These distinguished professionals are set to enhance CAVU's offerings with their diverse experiences and deep commitment to excellence. Welcome Adolfo, Ravshan, Renato, and Sam to the CAVU family!

Together, we are breaking down barriers and building a safer, more effective future in the oil and gas industry.

The workshop, facilitated by experienced CAVU coaches, served as a vital platform to set clear expectations for the upcoming campaign while emphasizing the paramount importance of safety in all operations.

CAVU has introduced oil rig leaders and employees to Pocketalk, a handheld translation device capable of translating 84+ languages and dialects, to not only enhance training efficacy but also strengthen safety by ensuring that team members fully understand hazards, risks, and safety protocols
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CAVU was a sponsor at the 2024 Annual Horse Show for EQUI-VETS, an organization that offers therapeutic horseback riding and horse care activities to active duty and retired veterans at no cost, aiming to assist in physical and mental healing through equine activities.

CAVU International’s David Hazell will join industry leaders in Amsterdam for two panel discussions exploring Human Performance, operational safety, and the critical connection between leadership and frontline operations.

Discover how eligible CAVU leadership programme participants can achieve CMI Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status with no additional training or assessment required.

Exploring how individual character, leadership behaviors, and Team Resource Management shape performance in high-risk operations
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How Banyu Urip Drilling Operations Built Proactive Performance Through Human Performance and Crew Resource Management

Visit RelyOn, CAVU, and Simwave at Booth 6201, Hall 6, September 2–4

Lessons from Naval Aviation on Leading People Through Technology Change

CAVU International and ExxonMobil shared insights from the Banyu Urip drilling campaign at the 2026 SPE/IADC Asia Pacific Drilling Technology Conference, presenting their co-authored technical paper on operational leadership, Human Performance, and Crew Resource Management.

CAVU delivered a Safety Leadership Training programme for Borr Drilling in Miri, Malaysia, bringing together 70 participants from the Skald rig crew ahead of an upcoming campaign with a new operator.

Remarkable improvements in work execution, leading to increased revenue and profitability for Chemical Manufacturer across 5 sites

Welcoming Carlos, Daniel, Brock, and Craig into the CAVU family

At the recent SACS Group's 3rd International Conference on Emergency Response and Business Continuity, CAVU's Mark Metzger covered these crucial aspects of Human Performance under the topic "Best Safety Practices in Wind Energy".

From the icy workover well pad in North Dakota to the drilling rigs in West Texas and everything in between, CAVU Coaches are there to experience it firsthand with our clients -- whether it's a manufacturing line shift turnover brief or climbing 80 meters up with wind technicians.

Announcing the newest addition to our esteemed team - a group of exceptional Safety, Performance, and Leadership Coaches who bring with them an unparalleled wealth of experience and expertise.
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Dev brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise, having served over 30 years in the Royal Malaysian Air Force in various strategic, operational, and tactical roles.

In this blog post, we will delve into the core traits of good leadership, focusing specifically on integrity and honesty. We will explore why these attributes are essential and discuss the potential hazards of neglecting them.

Embracing change requires effective leadership and a strategic approach. David Hazell, Senior Vice President of Business Development, Eastern Hemisphere, and a former Wing Commander in the Royal Air Force, recently shared his insights on leading change at the Norwegian Offshore Wind Conference in Oslo.