In recent years the demand for secure, domestic energy supplies has driven interest in non-conventional hydrocarbons.  Although current low oil prices have dampened enthusiasm there remains a strong interest in the opportunities offered by resources such as Heavy Oil, Oil Sands and Shale Oil. 

Focusing on the commercial opportunities for unconventional oil projects in emerging markets in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East this targeted event will provide essential information for anyone involved in the unconventional sector.   Join financiers, policy makers, project developers and a host of industry experts to share information and improve your understanding of this emerging market. 

Key topics include: The needs and opportunities for Heavy Oils in Europe Heavy Oil in the North Sea - costs, investment, risks Estonian Shale Oil - challenges and risks in Shale Oil production  Fossil Fuels In Turkey - Heavy Oil, Lignite, Oil Shale etc Impact of economic environment on availability of finance Challenges in upgrading Unconventional Oils: Instability, contaminants, integration issues Challenges of engineering geological CO2 storage

Why should you attend this event?

This stimulating event will provide a wealth of knowledge and experience.  The quality of speakers and the breadth of topics makes this an unmissable opportunity for anyone involved in unconventional hydrocarbon developments. 

Hear from a wide range of project operators and developers
Assess the options for financing non-conventional developments and hear case studies from experienced project developers
Understand world hydrocarbon liquid resources and future supply
Learn about stakeholder issues and environmental challenges
Capitalise on interactive Q&A sessions to gather the information that will help your business succeed
Enjoy excellent networking opportunities with senior industry figures

Testimonials from SMi's Unconventional Gas conference:

“Excellent cross section of talks”
Stephen Jewell, Chief Operating Officer, Composite Energy Ltd - Unconventional Gas 2008

"Excellent topics, relevant to current interest ... good networking opportunities.”
Alistair McIntyre, Project Manager, Marathon International Petroleum - Unconventional Gas 2008

Hear keynote addresses from:

Ken Chew
Senior Manager, VP - Industry Performance
IHS

Paul Shapiro
Senior Banker, Natural Resources,
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

Our expert speaker line-up also includes:

• Dr Maher Hijazin, Director General, Natural Resources Authority of Jordan
• Dr. S. V. Raju. Sr. Technical Advisor to Director General, Directorate General of Hydrocarbons, India
• Stephen Jenkins, CEO, Nautical Petroleum
• Charles Lucas Clements, Director of Strategy and Business Development, Xcite Energy
• Suneel Gupta, Vice President, Production and Operations, Bankers Petroleum Ltd
• Chris Morgan, Managing Director, Jordan Energy and Mining Limited
• Alo Kelder, Development Director, Enefit (Eesti Energia Internationally)
• Richard Selwa, Managing Director, R&A Energy Ltd
• Prof. Dr. Mustafa Versan Kök, Department of Petroleum & Natural Gas Engineering, Middle East Technical University
• Sanjiv Save, Director Oil & Gas – Downstream, Hatch Ltd. 
• Rob Foulkes, Senior Associate, Critical Resource
• David Hughes, Carbon Storage Specialist, Senergy Alternative Energy
• Bryan Emslie, President, McDaniel & Associates
• Anthony Pavone, Senior Project Manager, SRI Consulting
• Nigel Cuthbert, Vice President, Purvin & Gertz, Inc
• Glenn Vawter, Executive Director, National Oil Shale Association
• Hamish Wilson, Principal Consultant, Paras Ltd, Part of the RPS Group
   

Who should attend?

The conference would benefit anyone involved in Unconventional Oil, whether as an operator, investor or services provider. 

Sample job titles: CEO COO Director/Managing Director Business Development Reservoir Engineer Head of Unconventional Oil Head of Heavy Oil Head of Shale Oil Head of Oil Sands Head of Tar Sands Head of Sustainable Development Project Manager

Venue details

Crowne Plaza St James London   . 45-51 Buckingham Gate London SW1E 6AF   Tel: +44 (0) 207 834 6655 Fax: +44 (0) 207 6307   www.london.crowneplaza.com

Crowne Plaza St James London is a traditional deluxe hotel right in the heart of the city, perfectly situated for all your business and leisure needs.  In the heart of Westminster, it is just a stones throw away from Buckingham Palace, The Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and Victoria Station.

The hotel boasts three excellent restaurants. Bistro 51 with British and European cuisine, the Michelin Starred Indian restaurant Quilon serving south coastal Indian food and Bank Westminster with a modern British menu.

A beautiful, award-winning, courtyard garden surrounds the Victorian buildings of the Crowne Plaza London St James - a peaceful oasis in the centre of London.
 
Nearest train stations:
• Victoria Station, 7 minutes’ walk
• Waterloo Station, 10 minutes by car

Underground stations
• St James’s Park, 5 minutes’ walk (District and Circle lines)
• Victoria Station, 7 minutes' walk (Victoria, District and Circle lines)

From St. James's Park Underground Station to the Hotel

Take the main St James’s Park exit and turn left into Petty France Street.
Continue Straight down for 200 yards and at the end turn left into Buckingham Gate

SMi discounted rates include Continental Breakfast & VAT
£ 205.63 / Standard room / night for single occupancy
£ 229.13 Executive  room / night for single occupancy

Book your accommodation at SMi discounted rates by calling us on +44 (0)870 9090 713, sending a fax to +44 (0)870 9090 714 or emailing hotels@smi-online.co.uk.
 

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