The Oil & Gas sector works in some of the harshest environments on earth – remote from infrastructure, in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.  Secure communications, not just voice communications but also for the transfer of well and drilling information are vital.  SMi’s 3rd annual Oil & Gas Satellite Communications conference will address the various opportunities and challenges in this field.

Key topics to be addressed: Bringing commercial applications and satellite communications together Advanced networking communications E&P specific VSAT requirements Satellite communications for offshore and maritime applications Real-time communications in critical environments Resilience and security within the communications infrastructure

Why should you attend this event?

This is an ideal chance to become part of a stimulating conference, designed to create the perfect setting for the exchange of ideas and networking opportunities.  SMi presents focused, business led conferences, tailored to meet the demands of industry.  Make sure the conference provides you with the information and networking you need to succeed.

 

Gain essential insight into operator needs within the Oil & Gas vertical market Learn about the regulatory risks and work-arounds for the Oil & Exploration industry Understand the essentials of networking developments – from WiMAX to last-mile connectivity Appreciate the importance of robust communications in challenging environments Evaluate the latest communications options for the offshore and maritime markets

Hear keynote addresses from:

     Andrew Marks, Chief Information Officer, Tullow Oil Plc

     Augustine Igwegbe, Regional IT Manager, Shell Nigeria

     Fawaz Al-Khudhairy, Supervisor – Wireless Engineering Group, Saudi Aramco

     Nick Stevenson, Network Manager, Petro-Canada UK Ltd

Our expert speaker line-up also includes:

Stig Petersen, Research Scientist, Communication Systems, SINTEF ICT
Gregory Francis, Managing Director, Access Partnership
Kevin Blyth, Global Connectivity Solutions, Schlumberger 
Nicholas Daly, Regional Director, UK, Ireland and The Netherlands, Eutelsat 
Bernt Fanghol, CMO and VP Business Relations, MCP
David Moss, Executive Manager Product Management, Thuraya
Jean Philippe Gillet, Regional Vice President, Europe and Middle East, Intelsat
Paul Coates, Regional Sales Director, Northern Europe, Riverbed
Simon Watts, Chief Engineer, Hughes Network Systems Europe
Jan Hetland, CTO - Datacomms, Telenor Satellite Broadcasting
Doron Elinav, VP Marketing, Gilat Satellite Networks
Robert Heijder, VSAT Sales - Europe, Middle East, Africa, Satcom Global
Richard Bobbett , CEO, Airwave Solutions Ltd

Who should attend?

Anyone involved in satellite communications for the oil and gas sector, including:

• CIO
• CTO
• Network Manager
• Network Engineer
• Head of Telecomms
• Systems Manager
• IT Manager
• Infrastructure Manager

Venue details

London Marriott Hotel Regents Park 128 King Henry's Road London NW3 3ST Phone: +44 (0)207 722 7711 Fax: +44 (0)207 586 5822 Sales: +44 (0)207 449 4412 Sales fax: +44 (0)207 722 5973  www.marriott.co.uk/Regents-Park

Ideally located with easy access to London's major motorways, the London Marriott Hotel Regents Park is set in the quiet suburbs of Swiss Cottage; close to Lords Cricket Ground, London Zoo and the chic bars and restaurants of St Johns Wood and Primrose Hill. The nearby tube station offers direct access to Wembley and the O2 Centre, Bond Street, Westminster and Canary Wharf on the Jubilee line.

The only luxury North London hotel in Swiss Cottage, the London Marriott Hotel Regents Park promises a delightful stay, offering spacious rooms graced by amenities both pampering and practical - from luxurious new bedding to wireless Internet access. A tempting choice of dining includes the vibrant flavours of Brasserie Centrale and the casual Chat's Cafe Bar. To stay fit, a well-equipped leisure club and indoor pool awaits.

Nearest train station:
West Hampstead, 1.9 km

Nearest underground station:
Swiss Cottage (Jubilee line), 0.5 km, 5 min walk