1. European LNG Strategy Network
London: March 23rd – 24th 2015
The new challenges arising from LNG developments have very significant requirements and investment needs. This Network Group Event is for Investors and Producers at the most senior level to understand how to manage risk and comply with best practice and for VPs and Directors to learn about solution providers.
The Network Group’s unique position in facilitating such top level events ensures all participants will gain unparalleled access to thought leaders and providers.
Time management is optimised on-site through a combination of:
Keynote Presentations
Workshops
Interactive Discussion Groups
Pre-arranged one-to-one meetings (both delegate to delegate and delegate to solution partner)
Strict attendance qualification
Quality networking sessions
Topics covered include:
The European LNG market in a global and local context
Small-scale LNG infrastructure
LNG shipping – trends and technical challenges
Securing investment
LNG as a fuel
Floating LNG
This international event is designed exclusively for C-level/Heads/Directors of Production, Operations, Engineering, Heads of LNG, Country Heads and MDs from LNG Terminal Operations, Oil and Gas Companies and Small//Mid-scale LNG Operators.
2. Day 1 - 23rd March 2015
19:30 Networking dinner with champagne reception
15:10 - 15:25 Afternoon tea
13:05 - 14:00 Lunch
15:25 - 17:10 Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Technical consultancy
- Law firms and regulatory
- Project financing
- Facility management
16:20 - 17:05 Workshop 4: An analysis of the upcoming regulations and how will this affect LNG
15:25 - 16:15 Workshop 3: Unlock the benefits of simulating the LNG processes
11:00 - 13:05 Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Project design and build
-Maintenance and retrofit
- LNG shipping and transportation
- Process, automation and technology
12:15 - 13:00pm Workshop 2: LNG Contract Optimisation Strategies - LNG Spot Vs. Term Contract Negotiation
11:50 - 12:15 Delegate to delegate meetings and networking
11:00 - 11:45 Workshop 1: Achieving high emission reduction and cost savings through energy saving projects
10:45 - 11:00 Morning Coffee
LNG Shipping
14:00 - 14:35 An update on LNG shipping trends
What is the outlook for LNG shipping?
How will the high growth markets affect shipping patterns and availability?
Current trends in LNG shipping
14:35 - 15:10 Overseeing an LNG ship build/retrofit
When will ship build keep up with supply?
Analysing your options
Case study example
Special Focus Session:
Small Scale LNG
14:00 - 15:10 How is small scale infrastructure changing?
What are the current drivers for small scale LNG?
Which investments are key?
Ensuring ROI is obtained
Rene Peters, Director Gas Technology, TNO
9:00 - 9:05 Welcome from The Network
9:05 - 9:35 Chairman’s introduction
Francisco De La Flor, Director of Regulation, Enagás
The chairman will open the event and share his own insight into the major challenges, opportunities and threats facing European LNG importers today. The event then breaks into smaller groups to discuss their own corporate challenges.
These will be collated and discussed at the breakfast forum on Day 2 of The European LNG Strategy
Outlook
9:35 - 10:10 The European Natural Gas Market - Assessing the Mid-Long Term Outlook
What are the mid-long term market challenges facing the European gas markets?
How will developments in Eastern Europe change the face for LNG uptake?
What does the suspension of the South Stream and other political crises mean for European energy security?
10:10 - 10:45 The European LNG Sector in a Global Context
The diversification of gas supply - What does the increase in global hydrocarbon production mean for Europe?
Global LNG Projects 'at a Glance' - where and when will global LNG
How will the global gas supply demands and markets play out?
Guy Broggi, Senior Advisor & Executive Director, Total
Budgets and costs
17:15 - 17: 50 Building the business case for investment
Common challenges to overcome - workforce up skilling, environmental issues, obsolescence management…..
Analysing and identifying the most rewarding investments
Preventing cost escalation in project management
Christophe Liaud, Commercial Director, Dunkerque LNG/ EDF Group
17:50 - 18:00 Chairman's closing remarks and end of Day 1
3. 10:40 - 10:50 Check out & refreshments
10:55 - 11:40 Workshop 5: Bunkering Technology and Transport Logistics
11:45 - 12:10 Delegate to delegate meetings and networking
12:10 - 12:55pm Workshop 6: Key considerations and how they impact FLNG project return
10:55 - 13:00 Intelligently matched one-to-one meetings:
- Project design and build
-Maintenance and retrofit
- LNG shipping and transportation
- Process, automation and technology
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch
Day 2 - 24th March 2015
8:30 - 09:30 Morning registration and breakfast discussion groups
The discussion groups will be based upon topics highlighted by our attendees during the chairman’s introduction from Day 1. Since the topics are chosen and discussed by our audience directly they are sure to be the most relevant and pressing at the time of the event
9:30 - 10: 05 Panel session - Freeform discussion around the following topics:
Developing and Maintaining a New Build LNG Plant - Practical Considerations and Strategies to Maximise Efficiency
The market for LNG as a marine fuel
The increase in LNG infrastructure
10:05 - 10:40 Reducing risk and increasing flexibility of LNG supply
Common issues to mitigate
Terminal and plant dangers
Utilising infrastructure to optimise LNG portfolios
Jorge Fernández Gómez, Technical Director, Iberian Gas Hub
LNG as a fuel
14:00 14:35 Developing infrastructure to support the market for LNG as a fuel
How will LNG terminal operators facilitate the market for LNG as a fuel?
Key challenges for development of the necessary infrastructure
The latest overview of small-scale LNG infrastructure development in Europe
Wim Groenendijk, President, Gas LNG Europe
14:40 - 15:15 LNG Bunkering
Overcoming unexpected challenges
What are the new applications for this technology?
What is the future for LNG Bunkering? What does this mean for LNG as a whole?
FLNG and production
14:00 14:35 To what extend is FLNG a game changer?
Market analysis - current stranded gas reservoir developments & offshore projects
What challenges are there still to master?
Does the business case for offshore stand up?
14:40 - 15:15 Floating LNG - Shell Prelude project
How has the Prelude Project revolutionised the way natural gas resources are developed?
Innovations surrounding the project
Contrasting the costs and the benefits - investing to save
Final Outlook
15:20 - 15:55 Emerging LNG Markets - can they keep the gas flowing in Europe?
where does the answer lie to solving the LNG supply shortage?
Where will buying activity increase? What markets will become empowered?
Analysing the US export market - Will increased liquefaction facilities in the US deliver to Asia or Europe?
15:55 Chairman’s closing remarks
16:00 End of the event - Despite the event drawing to a conclusion all attendees can continue the discussion on our exclusive social media platform accessed through The Network.
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4. VIP Delegate Package Includes:
Comprehensive event documentation - including option to download presentations from our secure website
Access to our secure event website to customise and build your own itinerary prior to the event
Stream sessions, workshops, breakfast briefings and plenary conference sessions with keynote speakers
1 night superior accommodation and breakfast (1st night of event - 23rd March 2014).
All inclusive luncheons and refreshments during the day - unlimited tea, coffee, soft drinks
All inclusive drinks reception and 3-course dinner on day 1
Pre-matched one-to-one meetings and personalised event itineraries ensuring you gain maximum benefit from your networking time
VIP ticket: 1250 GBP + VAT
For further details or to book your place please contact The Network Group at info@thenetwork-group.com or call: 0207 036 6478
