Events
2009
February 2009
- Platts 3rd Annual European Gas Storage
Platts 3rd Annual European Gas Storage conference will once again bring together leading executives from across the region’s major operating companies, governments, national and regional regulatory bodies, key investors and market players to examine the key challenges and opportunities at the forefront of the European gas storage industry. For more information please quote ‘OGEL09’ and contact Stacey Knox at +44(0) 20 7176 6226
9 February 2009 - 10 February 2009. Budapest, Hungary
More information is available at the organisers website or contact Platts, Stacey Knox, - Nigeria Oil & Gas 2009
NOG is the leading event on the Nigerian oil and gas industry calendar. Once again the conference and exhibition will provide an excellent platform for the key decision makers in the industry to gather and discuss the pressing industry issues.
23 February 2009 - 26 February 2009. The International Conference Centre, Abuja, Nigeria
More information is available at the organisers website
March 2009
- Production Sharing Contracts
PSCs and variants such as service contracts with host governments are the most widely used form of arrangement with private petroleum companies. This course compares legal and fiscal systems,commercial issues, various PSC and related agreements, the governance and management of PSCs, audits, dispute resolution as well as enhancements and improvements in PSC terms. Recommened for commercial and legal advisors involved in negotiating or renegotiating Production Sharing Contracts (PSCs).
16 March 2009 - 18 March 2009. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, University of Dundee, Hugh Gunn, - 2009 Global Oil & Gas Pipeline Congress
This will focus on global economy implication for world oil and gas pipeline industry as well as the latest progress for featured international projects. Two optional extra sessions are organized. One is the venue nation (China) oil and gas pipeline projects. The second is a weekend session for participants to enjoy the sightseeing the 2008 Olympic Games facilities, the Great Wall as well as the Forbidden City etc. The associated publications are also available for booking, which include China Natural Gas Map 1.3 version and China Natural Gas Pipeline and LNG Project Leads Book. Tel: 0086-21-66523700- 3661
18 March 2009 - 20 March 2009. Beijing, China
More information is available at the organisers website or contact ARA Interanational Limited, Benjamin Chen, - Petroleum Industry Service Agreements (presented by Mr Dennis Stickley)
Operating companies rely on independent contractors’ services and supplies to carry out petroleum operations. The extent to which a company chooses to engage the assistance of service contractors is determined by work obligations and is reflected in the operator’s planning and budgeting process. As a general rule, the more complex or specialised the work or project, the more likely contractors will be used. Basic delegate price £995.00 - early booking and multiple booking discounts will apply on registration For further details please contact Hugh Gunn, Seminar Co-ordinator. Tel: +44 (0) 1382 385871 Fax: +44 (0) 1382 385854
19 March 2009 - 20 March 2009. Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Resort, United Arab Emirates
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, Hugh Gunn, - LNG
LNG 2009 will bring together key industry experts to discuss recent market developments and the prospects for commercial growth. Providing an overview of the industry encompassing the entire LNG value chain - from upstream projects, and trends and ideas for liquefaction, to contracts, trading and the impact of global competition for LNG supplies - this is an essential event for anyone involved in LNG projects
23 March 2009 - 24 March 2009. Crowne Plaza St James London, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact SMI, Laura Kennedy, - Unconventional Gas
Attending Unconventional Gas will provide you with: - A comprehensive overview of Coal Bed Methane, Tight Gas and Shale activities in Europe and other emerging markets; - Project updates - find out what progress has been made in the last 12 months and what challenges remain to be faced; - Explore regulatory issues, supply chain challenges and institutional barriers to the development of CBM in Europe; and - Analyse the opportunities for Shale Gas in Europe and the barriers to project development.
30 March 2009 - 31 March 2009. London, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact SMI, Laura Kennedy,
April 2009
- Legal Issues in Oil and Gas
Legal Issues have an impact on all aspects of the Oil and Gas Industry from contract negotiation to technology development. As new legislation and policy develop, accompanied by economic unrest and resource nationalism a comprehensive understanding of the legal issues currently affecting the sector is essential. The SMi Group's "Legal Issues in Oil and Gas 2009" conference will be our first event solely dedicated to tackling the most prominent legal issues affecting the oil and gas industry in the present climate.
20 April 2009 - 21 April 2009. London, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact SMi Group, Laura Kennedy, - Reducing Political Risks in Oil & Gas Contracts
Legal and commercial strategies for negotiating, structuring and managing investments with host petroleum regimes. This cutting-edge conference goes to the heart of the legal and commercial issues that arise when International Oil Companies are faced with renegotiation, expropriation and nationalisation – situations which are increasing in frequency. In the last few months, global economic uncertainty has also seen barrel prices decreasing, prompting further talk of renegotiations. t: +44(0)20 7878 6888, f: +44(0)20 7878 6896
22 April 2009 - 23 April 2009. Radisson SAS Paris-Boulogne, Paris, France
More information is available at the organisers website or contact C5 Group Inc., Jon Muir,
May 2009
- International Fiscal Systems: Analysis and Design
This course is designed for those interested in petroleum taxation and international negotiations. The focus of the course is on the arithmetic and mechanics of various kinds of fiscal systems and fiscal elements – the factors that drive exploration economics. The course will clarify the language and terminology of negotiations, fiscal system analysis and fiscal system design. Both industry and government view points are addressed as a complete grasp of the subject requires an understanding of the dilemmas and concerns of both sides.
11 May 2009 - 15 May 2009. Dundee, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, University of Dundee, Hugh Gunn, - Weighing the Facts: Information Exchange and Presentation of Evidence in International Commercial and Investment Arbitration
The Conference brings together internationally-renowned faculty from Europe, Asia, Latin America and the United States in a special conference focused on law, ethics, and consensus of information exchange and evidence in arbitration. The program combines analysis and practical application of electronic discovery and evidence in international commercial law and international arbitration. The conference concludes with a discussion by general counsel of ExxonMobil and Freshfields, Bruckhaus Deringer LLP. Tel. +1 512-475-6700
14 May 2009 - 15 May 2009. Permanent Court of Arbitration, The Hague, Netherlands
More information is available at the organisers website or contact The University of Texas School of Law, Jessica Cook, - Risk Analysis and Decision Making in Petroleum Exploration
This is a comprehensive introductory course designed for those working in the upstream end of the industry who are becoming directly or indirectly involved with the investment decision making process. The focus of the course is on the means by which companies identify, characterise and quantify the risks associated with exploration and development. One of the most characteristic features of the petroleum industry is the dramatic risk/reward relationship associated with exploration and industry professionals must understand these dynamics and understand the language of risk analysis. Computers are used extensively to ensure that each delegate becomes intimately familiar with all aspects of economic modeling and analysis.
18 May 2009 - 22 May 2009. Dundee, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, University of Dundee, Hugh Gunn, - Host Governments & Oil Companies: Their Strategies & Tactics in International Upstream Petroleum Licensing
All co-operants in petroleum exploration and production require a comprehensive understanding of the geopolitical, legislative, contractual and regulatory matters that inform today's oil industry. Host Governments, private landowners, International and National Oil Companies and host communities affected by the licensing process are at the forefront of these issues which today include the impact of Islamic Law and the recognition of indigenous people's rights. Mr Michael Bunter has identified a number of new challenges to upstream petroleum licensing that will confront petroleum professionals in the years to come. These will be discussed in detail and will also be introduced as brand new topics at the beginning of the course.
25 May 2009 - 29 May 2009. Dundee, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, University of Dundee, Hugh Gunn,
June 2009
- Monitoring & Regulation of the Upstream Petroleum Sector
The course will emphasize on a broad understanding of an applicable international standards and the implementation of Good Oilfield Practice (including ISO standards. You will develop an understanding of the following from the perspective of the industry, governments and non-government organisations on a local and international basis: - Regulatory concepts and the implementation - Monitoring and regulatory processes, issues and implications This course is recommended for: - International and state oil companies – management, technical and administrative staff - Petroleum ministries - Senior civil servants as well as technical and administrative staff; - Petroleum regulators - Petroleum geologists, geophysicists, engineers, technical supervisors and managers - Petroleum lawyers, accountants, tax experts
1 June 2009 - 5 June 2009. Dundee, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, Unviersity of Dundee, Hugh Gunn, - Contracts Used in International Petroleum Development
This seminar focuses on identifying primary issues to contracts from the perspectives of parties involved and offer alternative approaches. Emphasis is on practical skills, familiarisation and in-depth understanding of main types of inter-company contracts used in the international oil and gas industry. Participants work in teams on simulated negotiation exercises to develop skills. This course os recommended for negotiators, lawyers, geologists, accountants, contract analysts, engineers, planners, economists, petroleum marketing representatives, bankers, auditors, managers, consultants and others (from both the international oil company side and the host country side), whose work requires an understanding of inter-company international petroleum contracts.
8 June 2009 - 12 June 2009. Dundee, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, University of Dundee, Hugh Gunn, - Negotiating & Documenting Petroleum Industry Transactions
This workshop allows each participant to apply the above negotiating framework in the context of several simulations. Participants receive instruction on the respective business models and legal requirements of the parties. Course materials include detailed checklists for each type of agreement along with a CD that contains sample agreements. Negotiations are recorded for review and feedback on improvement of skills. Delegates will be provided with a DVD of their own negotiation at the end of the course. Commercial outcomes are modelled on Gas-Pak software that allows participants to assess the economic consequences of their positions after each round of negotiation. This seminar is intended to be the first in a series of three seminars on industry negotiations that are intended to improve the knowledge and skill of the participants. It is the most comprehensive of the series in terms of the types of petroleum industry transactions covered.
22 June 2009 - 26 June 2009. Dundee, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, University of Dundee, Hugh Gunn, - Natural Gas Negotiations & Contracts
Natural gas is increasing the ‘fuel-of-choice' for applications ranging from power generation, to industrial and commercial applications. At each step in the gas chain, a variety of contracts must be successfully negotiated. They include resource agreements with host governments, marketing agreements among field participants, sales and purchase agreements and transportation contracts for both LNG and natural gas delivered by pipeline. Additional material addresses the role played by governments as project participant, purchaser, guarantor and regulator.
29 June 2009 - 3 July 2009. Dundee, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, University of Dundee, Hugh Gunn,
July 2009
- Structuring Petroleum Industry Transactions
Gain and understanding of the business models that apply to Petroleum Industry Transactions that allow the participants to capture value and manage risk according to industry practice.
6 July 2009 - 8 July 2009. Dundee, United Kingdom
More information is available at the organisers website or contact CEPMLP, University of Dundee, Hugh Gunn,