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36 Auditor courses in Birmingham

ISO 3834 Fusion Welding Quality Lead Auditor Course

5.0(1)

By Cognicert Limited

ISO 3834:2021 (Quality requirements for fusion welding of metallic materials) Lead Auditor” course provides comprehensive training for participants to be able to understand and audit each and every ISO 3834:2021 guidelines in ensuring orgnaisation compliance and continual improvement in the welding industry

ISO 3834 Fusion Welding Quality Lead Auditor Course
Delivered In-Person in InternationallyFlexible Dates
£1,200

Requirement and Implementation to Internal Auditing

5.0(10)

By GBA Corporate

Overview This course is specially designed to enhance generic auditing skills and to attain the necessary skills as required and implementation to be a certified Internal Auditor. It is not aimed at any particular ISO Management Standard or process.  Objective Improve their knowledge of best practices in the audit industry Validate their proficiency and skills in audit Differentiate themselves from their peers and create a unique advantage for themselves Set the precedence for continued improvement and advancement Recognise and apply the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing Become a more competent professional who is knowledgeable in organizational governance

Requirement and Implementation to Internal Auditing
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£1,718 to £3,626

Windows certificates for engineers

5.0(3)

By Systems & Network Training

Windows certificates training course description A hands-on training course concentrating solely on PKI using Windows certificates. What will you learn Explain how PKI works. Install windows certificates. Configure windows certificates. Troubleshoot windows certificates. Windows certificates training course details Who will benefit: Technical security staff. Prerequisites: Windows server. Duration 3 days Windows certificates training course contents PKI Symmetric encryption, asymmetric encryption, authentication, digital signing, hashing, certificates, Certification Authorities, Root CA, Intermediate CA, policy CA, Issuing CA, Certificate Revocation Lists. Hands on Inspecting a certificate. Policies and PKI Security policy, certification policy. CA hierarchy Impact of CAs on Active Directory, CA architecture, number of tiers, issuing CA organisation, CA configuration files. CA security. Hands on CA installation PKI health tool, monitoring. Certificate revocation When to revoke, OCSP. Hands on Revoking certificates. Certificate validation Discovery, validation, checks, revocation checking, certificate chains, certification publication. Hands on Event viewer. Certificate templates Version 1, version 1, default, modifying templates. Hands on Template management. Roles Criteria roles, CA administrator, Certificate manager, Backup operator, Auditor. Other PKI management roles. Disaster recovery Backups, recovery. Hands on certutil. Issuing certificates The certificate enrolment process, enrolment methods, manual enrolment, automatic enrolment. Trust between organisations Creating Trust, CTLs, common root CA, cross certification, bridge CA. Web servers and certificates SSL encryption, certificate authentication. Hands on Web servers. VPN Hands on Certificate deployment for VPN. WiFi Hands on 802.1X

Windows certificates for engineers
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£3,497

Quality Auditor

5.0(10)

By GBA Corporate

Overview The course focuses on topics such as the fundamental concepts of auditing and quality management, principles of internal and external audit, auditing processes and tools, principles and practice of root cause analysis, communication and people skills, and other related topics. Students who successfully complete this course will gain the essential knowledge and skills necessary to become successful auditors and work with confidence to improve the processes in their organizations.

Quality Auditor
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£1,718 to £3,626

Auditing in the Exploration & Production (E&P) Industry Level 2

By EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

About this training course This 5-day intensive training course is designed to improve the skills of those involved in the financial and contractual auditing of upstream Oil & Gas Exploration and Production activities. The objective of this course is to enhance your understanding of the various audit principles and practices being applied in this industry today and to equip you with the knowledge and tools to deal with complex audit cases. The course concentrates on aspects of auditing unique to the E&P business. Training Objectives After the completion of this training course, participants will be able to: Apply a structured methodology for conducting oil industry internal, production sharing and joint venture audits Implement the benefits of a multi-discipline team audit approach Adopt a model of best practice for conducting audits Analyse, interpret and decide complex cases using the contracts and documents, the principles and auditor's judgement Target Audience This training course is suitable and will greatly benefit the following specific groups: Personnel with an Internal audit background who are totally new to the discipline of Joint Venture (JV) or Production Sharing Contract (PSC) audit Experienced audit practitioners who wish to update their auditing techniques Personnel from Finance or any discipline who intend to take part in internal or joint venture audits Personnel with a background in statutory audit in the accountancy profession who require an insight into the internal and joint venture audit areas Course Level Intermediate Training Methods The training instructor relies on a highly interactive training method to enhance the learning process. This method ensures that all participants gain a complete understanding of all the topics covered. The training environment is highly stimulating, challenging, and effective because the participants will learn by case studies which will allow them to apply the material taught in their own organization. Course Duration: 5 days in total (35 hours). Training Schedule 0830 - Registration 0900 - Start of training 1030 - Morning Break 1045 - Training recommences 1230 - Lunch Break 1330 - Training recommences 1515 - Evening break 1530 - Training recommences 1700 - End of Training The maximum number of participants allowed for this training course is 25. Trainer Your expert course leader has more than 30 years of experience in the international oil and gas industry, covering all areas of Finance and Audit, including involvement in Commercial roles. During her 19 years with ENI she worked in Italy, Netherlands, Egypt and UK and was CFO for 2 major ENI subsidiaries. She has delivered training courses in Accounting, Audit, Economics and Commercial topics in many Countries. She has a Degree in Economics & Accounting and is a Certified Chartered Accountant. She is also a Chartered Auditor and an International Petroleum Negotiator. Outside of work, she is inspired by the beauty of nature and art, helping disadvantaged people, sports (football, golf) and her cat. Courses Delivered Internationally: E&P Accounting, Auditing in the Oil & Gas Industry Cost Control & Budgeting Introduction to the Oil & Gas Industry Petroleum Project Economics Contracts Strategy International O&G Exploitation Contracts POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Auditing in the Exploration & Production (E&P) Industry Level 2
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£3,173 to £3,690

Exploration & Production (E&P) Accounting Level 2

By EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

About this training course The aim of this exclusive 5-days training course is to raise an intermediate level to your knowledge and understanding of international E&P finance and accounting. This is achieved by in-depth examination of international practices and current developments across a broad range of relevant topics. You are encouraged to challenge existing methods as a basis for reviewing procedures and introducing improvements in your own work place. Training Objectives After the completion of this training course, participants will be able to: Enhance your comprehension of accounting and reporting issues unique to the E&P industry with emphasis on the application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Improve your understanding of the accounting and reporting of Sales Revenue, Farm In/Farm Out, and Carried Interest Enhance your knowledge of Production Sharing Contracts and Joint Venture Accounting issues including Unitisation & Redetermination Advance your knowledge of the Corporate Budget and Planning process including a review of Key Performance Indicators and Company Strategy Raise your awareness of the E&P business activity for which we are accounting and reporting Target Audience We recommend that, to derive maximum benefit from this course, you should first attend our predecessor Level 1 course. Otherwise, this course is suitable for personnel with a good foundation knowledge in exploration and production accounting. Course Level Intermediate Training Methods The training instructor relies on a highly interactive training method to enhance the learning process. This method ensures that all participants gain a complete understanding of all the topics covered. The training environment is highly stimulating, challenging, and effective because the participants will learn by case studies which will allow them to apply the material taught in their own organization. Course Duration: 5 days in total (35 hours). Training Schedule 0830 - Registration 0900 - Start of training 1030 - Morning Break 1045 - Training recommences 1230 - Lunch Break 1330 - Training recommences 1515 - Evening break 1530 - Training recommences 1700 - End of Training The maximum number of participants allowed for this training course is 25. This course is also available through our Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) format. Trainer Your expert course leader has more than 30 years of experience in the international oil and gas industry, covering all areas of Finance and Audit, including involvement in Commercial roles. During her 19 years with ENI she worked in Italy, Netherlands, Egypt and UK and was CFO for 2 major ENI subsidiaries. She has delivered training courses in Accounting, Audit, Economics and Commercial topics in many Countries. She has a Degree in Economics & Accounting and is a Certified Chartered Accountant. She is also a Chartered Auditor and an International Petroleum Negotiator. Outside of work, she is inspired by the beauty of nature and art, helping disadvantaged people, sports (football, golf) and her cat. Courses Delivered Internationally: E&P Accounting, Auditing in the Oil & Gas Industry Cost Control & Budgeting Introduction to the Oil & Gas Industry Petroleum Project Economics Contracts Strategy International O&G Exploitation Contracts POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Exploration & Production (E&P) Accounting Level 2
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£3,173 to £3,690

Exploration & Production (E&P) Accounting Level 3

By EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

About this training course This highly interactive 5-day training is aimed at those who wish to take their E&P accounting skills to a more advanced level than our introductory course, E&P Accounting - Level 1, and our intermediate course, E&P Accounting - Level 2. It will help equip you for more demanding analytical roles within your organisation. Training Objectives After the completion of this training course, participants will be able to: Carry out and manage the day-to-day financial accounting activities associated with participation in E&P joint ventures Prepare, analyse and present information for effective financial reporting Understand the impact of a comprehensive range of activities on the financial statements of an upstream oil and gas company Practically apply IFRS in accounting for a wide range of typical oil and gas industry activities Target Audience This is an advanced level course designed for: those who have already attended E&P Accounting - Level 1 and E&P Accounting - Level 2, or those who can demonstrate, by a combination of relevant experience and previous study, sufficient prior knowledge to contribute and benefit from attending this workshop Course Level Advanced Training Methods Training Method - Scenario Based Learning Learning centers around highly realistic E&P company scenarios. A computer-based simulation is used to plan, record and report the progress of your company through several years of international E&P activities. Teams of 2 - 3 people participate in the financial management of these activities, including Operator and Non-operator accounting, recording of transactions, updating of financial statements and analysis of results. The highly interactive laptop-based scenario approach will enable you to follow the impact of each activity from initiation through to final results and analysis of company performance. You will need to bring with you to the course your own laptop PC with MS Excel™ pre-installed. Prior knowledge of spreadsheet techniques is assumed. Trainer will provide various Excel files which participants may retain at the end of the course. Course Duration: 5 days in total (35 hours). Training Schedule 0830 - Registration 0900 - Start of training 1030 - Morning Break 1045 - Training recommences 1230 - Lunch Break 1330 - Training recommences 1515 - Evening break 1530 - Training recommences 1700 - End of Training The maximum number of participants allowed for this training course is 25. Trainer Your expert course leader has more than 30 years of experience in the international oil and gas industry, covering all areas of Finance and Audit, including involvement in Commercial roles. During her 19 years with ENI she worked in Italy, Netherlands, Egypt and UK and was CFO for 2 major ENI subsidiaries. She has delivered training courses in Accounting, Audit, Economics and Commercial topics in many Countries. She has a Degree in Economics & Accounting and is a Certified Chartered Accountant. She is also a Chartered Auditor and an International Petroleum Negotiator. Outside of work, she is inspired by the beauty of nature and art, helping disadvantaged people, sports (football, golf) and her cat. Courses Delivered Internationally: E&P Accounting, Auditing in the Oil & Gas Industry Cost Control & Budgeting Introduction to the Oil & Gas Industry Petroleum Project Economics Contracts Strategy International O&G Exploitation Contracts POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Exploration & Production (E&P) Accounting Level 3
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£3,173 to £3,690

Exploration & Production (E&P) Cost Control, Budgeting & Cost Estimation

By EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

About this training course This 3-day training will provide a comprehensive understanding on the nature of costs and cost drivers in the E&P industry providing in-depth understanding on the budgeting process, proactive management, effective control and optimization of costs together with focused and relevant performance reporting. Training Objectives After the completion of this training course, participants will learn: Understand the nature of costs and cost drivers in the E&P industry through the Field Life Cycle Purpose of the Budget. Planning and Budgeting models. The Strategic and Medium-term plan Using budgets to make effective decisions. Prepare and understand costs in planning, budgeting & forecasting processes e.g. fixed / variable, capex / opex and routine / non-routine. Cost Accounting. Importance of timely cost capture and accurate recording e.g. VOWD / accruals, consistency of coding and clarity on accountability Strategic solutions in delivering cost optimization - 'do more for less' Management of costs in PSC and JV environments. Avoiding cost leakage and ensuring audit preparedness Cost Control Framework - budgets, AFEs, progress reports and variance analysis. Understanding key components and ensuring seamless interaction Cost Performance Reporting - use of KPI's, variance analysis and trend analysis. Tracking and monitoring cost optimization initiatives and targets Target Audience This training course is suitable and will greatly benefit the following specific groups: Finance staff with accounting and financial management responsibilities Those responsible for devising budgets, managing and controlling budgets Professionals engaged in planning, budgeting and management reporting Finance & Audit staff engaged on cost and financial controls Business unit managers and personnel whose responsibilities include cost management, controlling budgets and performance reporting Course Level Basic or Foundation Training Methods The training instructor relies on a highly interactive training method to enhance the learning process. This method ensures that all participants gain a complete understanding of all the topics covered. The training environment is highly stimulating, challenging, and effective because the participants will learn by case studies which will allow them to apply the material taught in their own organization. Course Duration: 3 days in total (21 hours). Training Schedule 0830 - Registration 0900 - Start of training 1030 - Morning Break 1045 - Training recommences 1230 - Lunch Break 1330 - Training recommences 1515 - Evening break 1530 - Training recommences 1700 - End of Training The maximum number of participants allowed for this training course is 25. This course is also available through our Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) format. Trainer Your expert course leader has more than 30 years of experience in the international oil and gas industry, covering all areas of Finance and Audit, including involvement in Commercial roles. During her 19 years with ENI she worked in Italy, Netherlands, Egypt and UK and was CFO for 2 major ENI subsidiaries. She has delivered training courses in Accounting, Audit, Economics and Commercial topics in many Countries. She has a Degree in Economics & Accounting and is a Certified Chartered Accountant. She is also a Chartered Auditor and an International Petroleum Negotiator. Outside of work, she is inspired by the beauty of nature and art, helping disadvantaged people, sports (football, golf) and her cat. Courses Delivered Internationally: E&P Accounting, Auditing in the Oil & Gas Industry Cost Control & Budgeting Introduction to the Oil & Gas Industry Petroleum Project Economics Contracts Strategy International O&G Exploitation Contracts POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Exploration & Production (E&P) Cost Control, Budgeting & Cost Estimation
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£2,339 to £2,720

Exploration & Production (E&P) Accounting Level 1

By EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

About this training course This 3-day introductory-level course provides a comprehensive overview of international accounting and finance practices in the E&P industry. It is particularly suitable for finance personnel who are new to the oil and gas industry, or want to gain a broader understanding of oil and gas financial policy, joint venture and cost-control topic areas. Training Objectives After the completion of this training course, participants will be able to: Comprehend an overview of accounting policies and practices in the oil and gas industry Manage project development and operating costs Understand the accounting and financial management implications of exploring for and producing oil and gas Review the background to financial issues like joint ventures that are unique to the E&P industry, and their accounting treatment Target Audience This training course is suitable and will greatly benefit the following specific groups: Finance staff new to the industry who require a grounding in the various specialist discipline areas that typically comprise an oil and gas company finance function Finance personnel who are being developed for broader accounting and financial management responsibilities Audit and information systems staff who have frequent dealings with financial controls and systems Treasury and tax specialists who require a better understanding of E&P finance and accounting Course Level Basic or Foundation Training Methods The training instructor relies on a highly interactive training method to enhance the learning process. This method ensures that all participants gain a complete understanding of all the topics covered. The training environment is highly stimulating, challenging, and effective because the participants will learn by case studies which will allow them to apply the material taught in their own organization. Course Duration: 3 days in total (21 hours). Training Schedule 0830 - Registration 0900 - Start of training 1030 - Morning Break 1045 - Training recommences 1230 - Lunch Break 1330 - Training recommences 1515 - Evening break 1530 - Training recommences 1700 - End of Training The maximum number of participants allowed for this training course is 25. This course is also available through our Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) format. Trainer Your expert course leader has more than 30 years of experience in the international oil and gas industry, covering all areas of Finance and Audit, including involvement in Commercial roles. During her 19 years with ENI she worked in Italy, Netherlands, Egypt and UK and was CFO for 2 major ENI subsidiaries. She has delivered training courses in Accounting, Audit, Economics and Commercial topics in many Countries. She has a Degree in Economics & Accounting and is a Certified Chartered Accountant. She is also a Chartered Auditor and an International Petroleum Negotiator. Outside of work, she is inspired by the beauty of nature and art, helping disadvantaged people, sports (football, golf) and her cat. Courses Delivered Internationally: E&P Accounting, Auditing in the Oil & Gas Industry Cost Control & Budgeting Introduction to the Oil & Gas Industry Petroleum Project Economics Contracts Strategy International O&G Exploitation Contracts POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Exploration & Production (E&P) Accounting Level 1
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£2,339 to £2,720

Auditing in the Exploration & Production (E&P) Industry Level 1

By EnergyEdge - Training for a Sustainable Energy Future

About this training course This 3-day introductory-level course provides a comprehensive overview of Auditing in the Exploration & Production (E&P) industry. It is suitable for anyone who wants to gain a broader understanding of Upstream Oil & Gas Auditing - including joint venture, financial and contractual audits by government and regulatory authorities in the various granting regimes (Production Sharing Contracts, Risk Service Contracts, Concessionary). Training Objectives After the completion of this training course, participants will be able to: Gain knowledge of the unique features or key phases of the E&P Business Understand the general principles and objectives of the various different types of Upstream Oil & Gas audits Add value to your organisation by improving your audit techniques and auditing skills Review the importance of following process in order to avoid costly audit related findings. Utilize industry specific examples and exercises, develop your understanding of the most common E&P industry audit issues Target Audience This training course is suitable and will greatly benefit the following specific groups: Audit staff who are new or relatively new to the industry and who require a grounding in the various aspects of E&P Audit Finance or Accounting personnel involved in supporting audits Staff from a wide range of other business functions who are connected to / impacted by audit, such as, Supply Chain, Operations, Contracts Holders, IT, Tax and Treasury Topics will be covered from both the perspective of being part of an audit team plus that of the team being audited. Therefore, the course will appeal to staff from IOC's, NOC's and those from Government and/or Regulatory Authorities. Course Level Basic or Foundation Training Methods The training instructor relies on a highly interactive training method to enhance the learning process. This method ensures that all participants gain a complete understanding of all the topics covered. The training environment is highly stimulating, challenging, and effective because the participants will learn by case studies which will allow them to apply the material taught in their own organization. Course Duration: 3 days in total (21 hours). Training Schedule 0830 - Registration 0900 - Start of training 1030 - Morning Break 1045 - Training recommences 1230 - Lunch Break 1330 - Training recommences 1515 - Evening break 1530 - Training recommences 1700 - End of Training The maximum number of participants allowed for this training course is 25. This course is also available through our Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) format. Trainer Your expert course leader has more than 30 years of experience in the international oil and gas industry, covering all areas of Finance and Audit, including involvement in Commercial roles. During her 19 years with ENI she worked in Italy, Netherlands, Egypt and UK and was CFO for 2 major ENI subsidiaries. She has delivered training courses in Accounting, Audit, Economics and Commercial topics in many Countries. She has a Degree in Economics & Accounting and is a Certified Chartered Accountant. She is also a Chartered Auditor and an International Petroleum Negotiator. Outside of work, she is inspired by the beauty of nature and art, helping disadvantaged people, sports (football, golf) and her cat. Courses Delivered Internationally: E&P Accounting, Auditing in the Oil & Gas Industry Cost Control & Budgeting Introduction to the Oil & Gas Industry Petroleum Project Economics Contracts Strategy International O&G Exploitation Contracts POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Auditing in the Exploration & Production (E&P) Industry Level 1
Delivered in Internationally or OnlineFlexible Dates
£2,339 to £2,720

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TEC Transnational Ltd

tec transnational ltd

West Midlands

TEC Transnational Ltd provide quality management system related training, coaching and implementation support principally to the Aerospace and Defence industries. We have operated continuously since 1977. TEC are ISO 9001 certified (SGS) and hold many certifications and approvals – * CQI/IRCA Training Partner * IAQG Training Provider (TP) * Probitas Authentication Training Provider * ELCAS Learning Provider * SC21 Strategic Partner Our e-Learning courses are available in eight languages and our certificates provide tangible proof to support certification applications and retention. We use the guidance provided by ISO 10015:2019 to ensure that competence management and people development are at the heart of all of our training programs. TEC have enthusiastically embraced AI and Industry 4.0 and reconceptualized our approach to empowerment training through our extensive program of e-Learning and Face-to-Face courses. We have an ongoing commitment to research and development focused on investigating innovative ideas, new standards and industry initiatives – and turning these concepts into practical solutions for our clients. Our multi-disciplined tutors and consultants are qualified, experienced professionals. We empower people to achieve measurable, continuous, sustainable improvements in performance and efficiency for companies, customers, supply chains and, of course, themselves. TEC has over 45-years of ‘know-how’ working with both individual companies and multinational supply chains in the UK, USA, Europe, Japan, China and Africa.