Mishref, Kuwait: The 3rd Society of Petroleum Engineers Kuwait Oil & Gas Show and Conference (KOGS 2017) opened today on 15 October 2017 in Kuwait under the patronage of the Prime Minister of Kuwait, His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre.
His Excellency Issam Al-Marzooq, Kuwait Minister of Oil and Minister of Electricity and Water and Chairman of the Board of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC); Nizar M. Al-Adsani, CEO and Deputy Chairman of the Board of KPC; and Sami Al-Neaim, 2019 Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) President delivered welcome addresses to over 2,000 oil and gas industry delegates at the conference opening ceremony.
“Now in its third edition, KOGS 2017, themed, Shaping the Energy Future: Integration and Diversification, brings to the forefront the key issues that need to be discussed to ensure that the energy future that we work together towards builds our legacy for future generations. We should ensure that it continues to be sustainable, efficient, and collaborative”, said Sami Al-Neaim.
The opening ceremony was followed by the Ministerial Panel with speakers His Excellency Issam Al-Marzooq; and His Excellency Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo, Secretary General, Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). The session was moderated by Adnan Shihab-Eldin, Director General, KFAS.
An Executive Plenary Session on this year’s conference theme ‘Shaping the Energy Future: Integration and Diversification’ followed the Ministerial Panel. Keynote speeches were delivered by Mohammad Al-Mutairi, CEO, Kuwait National Petroleum Company; Isam Al Zadjali, CEO, Oman Oil Company; Andy Brown, Upstream Director, Shell; Frederico Justus, President Eastern Hemisphere, Weatherford; Bernard Looney, Chief Executive, Upstream, BP; and Stephane Michel, President E&P MENA, Total. The session was moderated by Nader Sultan, Chairman, Ikarus Petroleum Industries.
“KOGS 2017 will be a valuable opportunity for the oil and gas community, professionals and young engineers to tap into the latest market and regional development, subject as major refineries expansion, integration and diversification will be presented at KOGS 2017. I will have a chance to paint the picture of how KNPC will be transformed to deep conversion after implementing our mega strategic CFP Project”, said Mohammad Al-Mutairi.
“2017 Kuwait Oil and Gas Show and Conference (KOGS) will stimulate engaging dialogue whilst exploring the complexities but also the possibilities of how we can continue to play a pivotal role to diversify the economy in the energy sector”, said Isam Al-Zadjali. “The caliber of speakers and thought-provoking sessions will make for an event rich in business value and strategic insights. Greater synergies across is needed to achieve energy integration and deliver sustainable business, and to deliver value, and growth.”
“In Kuwait, Shell is committed to deploying innovative technologies, supporting local staff development and delivering full value from our existing commitments”, said Andy Brown.
More than 100 technical and poster presentations designed to share the knowledge and experience of managing, operating and supplying oil and gas companies, take place over the subsequent 3 days of the conference at Kuwait International Fair, delivered by over 150 expert speakers from more than 60 companies.
The pace-setting agenda at KOGS 2017 also includes 4 industry panel sessions, 7 special sessions and 3 technical special sessions led by chief executive officers, managers and presidents of national and international oil companies and the service industry. Panel discussion topics include upstream integration, value chain optimisation, upstream innovation and challenges, and offshore exploration.
The associated 14,000 square metre exhibition of industry products and services opens in a separate ceremony on 16 October 2017 at Kuwait International Fair, and runs until 18 October 2017. More than 200 companies from 24 countries will be in attendance. The global showcase features key stakeholders, major players, suppliers and service providers and serves all areas of the oil and gas industry.
KOGS 2017 is organised by the SPE in conjunction with UBM AEM. The event is held under the patronage of the Prime Minister of Kuwait, His Highness Sheikh Jaber Al-Mubarak Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, with official support from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC).
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For further information please contact:
Joy Isaiah, Society of Petroleum Engineers: [email protected]
Joanne Blundell, UBM AEM: [email protected]
Or please visit www.kogs2017.com
About the Society of Petroleum Engineers:
The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) is a not-for-profit professional association whose members are engaged in energy resources development and production. SPE serves more than 164,000 members in 143 countries worldwide. SPE is a key resource for technical knowledge related to the oil and gas exploration and production industry and provides services through its publications, events, training courses, and online resources at www.spe.org.
About UBM AEM:
The exhibition organiser of KOGS 2017 has merged with UBM and is now known as UBM AEM. UBM plc is the largest pure-play B2B events organiser in the world. In an increasingly digital world, the value of connecting on a meaningful, human level has never been more important. At UBM, our deep knowledge and passion for the industry sectors we serve allow us to create valuable experiences where people can succeed. At our events people build relationships, close deals and grow their businesses. Our 3,750+ people, based in more than 20 countries, serve more than 50 different sectors – from fashion to pharmaceutical ingredients. These global networks, skilled, passionate people and market-leading events provide exciting opportunities for business people to achieve their ambitions. For more information, go to www.ubm.com; for UBM corporate news, follow us on Twitter at @UBM
