Preliminary Programme www.igu.org Table of Contents
3 INVITATION FROM THE IGU PRESIDENT
4 LETTER FROM THE IGU SECRETARY GENERAL
5 WELCOME FROM THE NATIONAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE (NOC) CHAIRMAN
6 IGU 2006 – 2009 TRIENNIUM AUTHORITIES
7 IGU WISE PERSONS´ GROUP
8 NATIONAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE (NOC) AUTHORITIES
9 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
10 WGC2009 GENERAL PROGRAMME
11 TECHNICAL PROGRAMME OVERVIEW BY THE COORDINATION COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN
12 TECHNICAL PROGRAMME DAY-BY-DAY
16 KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
23 LUNCHEON ADDRESSES
24 STRATEGIC PANELS 27 IGU COMMITTEE SESSIONS AND EXPERT FORA
28 WOC 1: Exploration and Production 30 WOC 2: Storage 32 WOC 3: Transmission 34 WOC 4: Distribution 37 WOC 5: Utilisation 40 PGC A: Sustainable Development 42 PGC B: Strategy, Economics and Regulation 44 PGC C: Developing Markets 47 PGC D: Liquefi ed Natural Gas 49 Task Force Gas Market Integration Task Force Research and Development IGM: IGU Gas Marketing
50 WGC2009 EXHIBITION
52 SOCIAL PROGRAMME
53 TECHNICAL VISITS
54 BUENOS AIRES EXCURSIONS
56 TOURS AROUND ARGENTINA
60 REGISTRATION
62 HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
68 GENERAL INFORMATION
72 CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION ORGANISERS
TECHNICAL PROGRAMME (FOLD-OUT BACK COVER)
1 2 Invitation from the IGU President
On behalf of the International Gas Union (IGU) and the Argentine National Organising Committee it gives me great pleasure to invite you all to Buenos Aires for the 24th World Gas Conference which will take place on 5-9 October 2009.
It is a great honour for Argentina to be hosting the most important event of the global natural gas industry. The 24th World Gas Conference will close the 2006-2009 triennium, during which over 750 industry experts worldwide have been involved in contributing to all the studies and programmes undertaken under the Argentine Presidency.
With this invaluable support which plainly refl ects the core strength of IGU, we are quite certain that this event will successfully unite, once again, the natural gas industry from all over the world to present its fi ndings, discuss and share the latest technologies and best practices, and propose strategies for the continued growth and development of natural gas as the fuel of choice, under the title:
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The work comprises all domains of the gas industry, from the wellhead to the end user, covering also special important features such as Liquefi ed Natural Gas (LNG), sustainable development, market integration, regulation, and research and development.
In this way, it is the purpose of IGU to continue in its contribution to a sharper insight on the new key energy and natural gas industry challenges, involving every representative stakeholder in this process, including governments and policy-makers.
The host city is Buenos Aires, where we are sure you will live an exceptional urban adventure, enjoying a memorable cultural programme, the beauty of Argentina and warmth of its people. The chosen venue, La Rural Exhibition and Conference Centre, offers state-of-the-art exhibition and conference facilities in the heart of Buenos Aires, comfortably located near the major commercial areas and hotel facilities.
We look forward to receiving you at our home, for the 24th World Gas Conference.
3 Letter from the IGU Secretary General
Since 1931 the International Gas Union (IGU) has promoted the technical and economic progress of the gas industry all over the world, and has the vision of becoming the most infl uential, effective and independent non-profi t organisation, while serving as the spokesman for the gas industry worldwide. IGU promotes continuous improvement of corporate performance towards a sustainable development. The organisation has extensive cooperation with other international organisations such as the United Nations, International Energy Agency, and the International Energy Forum, among many others.
IGU now has around 100 members from 68 countries on all continents. The members are national associations and corporations of the gas industry who every triennium provide experts to the technical committees which normally meet twice a year to discuss the study programme to be developed and presented at the World Gas Conferences.
IGU’s working organisation covers all aspects of the gas value chain from exploration and production, transmission, storage, distribution and utilisation as well as sustainability, strategic issues, developing markets and LNG. Separate Task Forces are established to address issues of special relevance.
The World Gas Conference is the most important of the international gas events. Every three years the industry meets at this renowned Conference, organised by one of the IGU Charter members. Several thousand industrial and political leaders, gas executives, specialists in many fi elds, and exhibitors will meet now at the 24th World Gas Conference taking place in Buenos Aires, Argentina in October 2009. For the fi rst time the World Gas Conference is convened in Latin America.
The gas industry is taking an active role in meeting the many global challenges of today:
• Search a constructive balance between security of supply and demand • Support regional gas market integration • Contribute to a more effi cient use of energy • Present solutions to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases • Ensure safe and environmentally responsible operations • Support continued research and development
These are among the issues that will be addressed in Buenos Aires in 2009. I can assure you that the WGC2009 will be a fascinating event, which will enrich you professionally, socially and culturally.
See you in Buenos Aires! Torstein Indrebø IGU Secretary General I
A group photograph taken during the 68th AGM of the IGE and the First International Gas Conference, June 1931.
4 Welcome from the National Organising Committee (NOC) Chairman
Dear Colleagues,
In 2002, when Argentina was chosen to chair the International Gas Union (IGU) for a triennium starting in 2006, and to organise the World Gas Conference in Buenos Aires at the end of the Presidency, we were positive that the WGC2009 would be a key opportunity to showcase Argentina to the most important global leaders of the gas industry.
We are looking forward to welcoming you on this exciting occasion. The fact that this is the fi rst WGC to be held in the Southern Hemisphere clearly demonstrates that the gas industry is becoming more and more global, and shows that the IGU decision to organise the 24th WGC in Argentina has undoubtedly been strategic. We at the National Organising Committee are proud to take on the responsibility and commitment of hosting this important event.
We have been working hard to develop an ambitious and stimulating programme, covering a wide range of the gas industry’s interests and challenges. It is well known that the World Gas Conference has become the most important globally-represented meeting, refl ecting the cultural and social diversity, economic relevance, and environmental impact of the gas industry.
A number of the world’s most infl uential players in the gas industry have already confi rmed their participation as keynote speakers. Advances in knowledge, innovative techniques, best practice, state-of-the-art lectures and new approaches will all be presented and discussed, as you will see in this Preliminary Programme.
Alongside the Conference, there will be an impressive exhibition over 17 000 m², where more than 200 of the industry’s most important companies will showcase the latest technologies, products and services.
On this occasion you and your colleagues will have the opportunity to discover Argentina, this fascinating country in the Southern Hemisphere. The month of October is pleasantly mild and you will have ample opportunities to enjoy our famous hospitality.
I am confi dent that it will be an outstanding event, both for you and for our country. We look forward to your participation in WGC2009 and to welcoming you to Buenos Aires.
Eduardo Ojea Quintana NOC Chairman
5 IGU 2006 - 2009 Triennium Authorities
E. López Anadón R. Hashim G. Verberg Argentina Malaysia The Netherlands President Vice President Immediate Past President
E. Gonder T. Indrebø H. Riddervold Norway Norway Norway Advisor and Secretary General Senior Advisor Webmaster
R. Brandt S. W. Ho A. Kidd Argentina Malaysia Argentina Coordination Committee Coordination Committee Coordination Committee Chairman Vice Chairman Secretary
V. Yakushev, Russia, K. Chikhi, Algeria, S. Leonov, Russia - WOC 1 Exploration and Production
V. Onderka, Czech Republic, H. Giouse, France, P. Grigelová, Czech Republic - WOC 2 Storage
H. Wolf, Germany, E. Dam, The Netherlands, U. Klaas, Germany - WOC 3 Transmission
J. Bending, UK, A. Soresina, Italy, R. Thomas, UK - WOC 4 Distribution
J. Schweitzer, Denmark, T. Kume, Japan, A. Pedersen, Denmark - WOC 5 Utilisation
J. Puertas (Acting Chair), Spain, K. Hunsbedt, Norway - PGC A Sustainable Development
P. Moraleda, Spain, C. Lyle, UK, F. Sichar, Spain - PGC B Strategy, Economics and Regulation
F. Amin, Malaysia, A. Fernandes Dos Santos, Brazil, R. Radzi, Malaysia - PGC C Developing Markets
S. Uchino, Japan, A. Abujbara, Qatar, Y. Shirakawa, Japan - PGC D LNG
J. Doumanian, Argentina, D. Spohn, Germany, J. Fernandez, Spain - TF Gas Market Integration
M. Florette, France, M. Ydreos, Canada, M. Fourniguet, France - TF Research and Development
M. Hall, Germany - IGU Gas Marketing (IGM)
WOC: Working Committee PGC: Programme Committee TF: Task Force
6 IGU Wise Persons’ Group
Besides the support from its members, IGU is honoured to work in close collaboration with a number of organisations throughout the world. From these, a strong connection has been established with a few of its distinguished members, who have contributed from their own expertise and perspectives on key issues of the global natural gas industry, and whom IGU has familiarly defi ned as the Wise Persons’ Group.
The IGU Wise Persons are (by alphabetical order):
Tim Eggar United Kingdom
Chairman, NITOL SOLAR LTD and INDAGO PETROLEUM PLC Director, ROCKWELL PETROLEUM INC.
Rajendra Pachauri India Director General, TATA ENERGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE (TERI) Chairman, UNITED NATIONS PANEL ON CLIMATE CHANGE (UNPCC)
Coby van der Linde The Netherlands Director, CLINGENDAEL INTERNATIONAL ENERGY PROGRAMME
Dan Yergin United States of America Chairman, CAMBRIDGE ENERGY RESEARCH ASSOCIATES (CERA)
7 National Organising Committee (NOC) Authorities
Eduardo Ojea Quintana Graciela Ortolá Chairman Secretary
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Nino Barone, PLUSPETROL Carlos Bechelli, YPF Cecilia Berger, WINTERSHALL Rodolfo Berisso, PAN AMERICAN ENERGY Cintia Cogut, CGC Horacio Cristiani, GAS NATURAL BAN Jorge Doumanian, GAS NATURAL BAN Daniel Gorzio, PAN AMERICAN ENERGY Bettina Llapur, GAS NATURAL BAN Carolina Llosa de Sturla, YPF Segundo Marenco, PETROBRAS Daniel Perrone, TGS Fernando Ponasso, GAS NATURAL BAN Domingo Sandoval, TGN Diego Saralegui, PETROBRAS Carlos Serrano, EMGASUD Robert Steven, METROGAS Mario Yaniskowski, TGS
8 Acknowledgements
The 24th World Gas Conference has been declared of national interest by the Presidency of the Argentine Republic and by the City Council of Buenos Aires.
The National Organising Committee would like to thank the following companies for their sponsorship of the 24th World Gas Conference
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9 WGC2009 General Programme
For a detailed Technical Programme, please refer to the inside back cover “fold-out” Technical Programme table.
Saturday 3 October 10.00 - 17.30 Registration Sunday 4 October 10.00 - 17.30 Registration 13.00 - 15.00 Coordination Committee Luncheon (Outgoing / Incoming)* 15.00 - 17.00 Coordination Committee Meeting (Incoming)* 19.30 - 23.30 President´s Dinner* Monday 5 October 08.00 - 10.00 Executive Committee Meeting* 10.00 - 17.30 Registration 10.30 - 12.30 Council Meeting* 12.30 - 15.00 Council Luncheon* 17.00 - 19.00 Opening Ceremony 20.00 - 22.30 Gala Dinner Tuesday 6 October 07.30 - 19.00 Registration 08.30 - 11.30 Morning Sessions 11.30 - 12.00 Exhibition Opening 12.00 - 19.00 Exhibition 12.00 - 13.30 Luncheon 13.45 - 18.30 Afternoon Sessions Wednesday 7 October 07.30 - 19.00 Registration 08.30 - 11.45 Morning Sessions 11.00 - 19.00 Exhibition 12.00 - 13.30 Luncheon 13.45 - 18.30 Afternoon Sessions Thursday 8 October 07.30 - 19.00 Registration 08.30 - 11.45 Morning Sessions 11.00 - 19.00 Exhibition 12.00 - 13.30 Luncheon 13.45 - 18.30 Afternoon Sessions Friday 9 October 07.30 - 19.00 Registration 08.30 - 11.45 Morning Sessions 10.00 - 16.30 Exhibition 12.00 - 13.30 Luncheon 14.00 - 16.00 Afternoon Sessions 16.30 - 18.30 Closing Ceremony 18.45 - 21.30 Farewell Party *By invitation only
10 Technical Programme Overview by the Coordination Committee Chairman
The increasingly complex dynamics of the global energy scenario have engendered a very signifi cant challenge for IGU during the 2006 – 2009 triennium, to comply with its objective of developing signifi cant and useful insights on the present and future roles for natural gas. It is for this reason that the Argentine Presidency has strongly relied on the vast network provided by the IGU membership to staff the Technical Committees. This multi- discipline and multi-regional force - which reached a record of over 750 members during this triennium - played a key role in the promotion of knowledge, information exchange, and the preparation of concrete reference tools for decision-makers. The result of their work, which will be presented at the 24th World Gas Conference (WGC), is based on the following Strategic Guidelines established for the 2006 – 2009 Triennial Work Programme: 1. The Global Energy Challenge: Reviewing the Strategies for Natural Gas towards 2030 2. Contribution of the Natural Gas Industry, in terms of Security of Supply, Safety and Environment 3. Regional Gas Market Integration, as a Key Driver for Sustainable Economic Growth
The Technical Committees have been actively involved in the preparation of a prospective analysis on the key drivers of the natural gas industry, enriched by the complementary insight of the different segments and experts within IGU, and valuable input from external organisations. The main outputs of this work will be presented in the sessions referred to the 2030 Natural Gas Industry Outlook study. The operational intricacies of supply, both by pipeline and LNG, have also been tackled specifi cally, taking into account an increasing market demand. In these lines, the Technical Programme will address key issues along the entire gas chain (Exploration and Production, Storage, Transmission, Distribution and Utilisation), relative to a reliable and fl exible supply, which is both safe and environmentally sound. Finally, and recognising regional market integration within the gas sector as a driver to sustainable economic and social development, the programme includes sessions that also deal with the challenges to be confronted, including remoteness of supply sources, transit and transmission agreements, and complex geopolitical, social and security issues, and how these can be facilitated by solid gas integration ventures through balanced international treaties, regulation, and fi nancing mechanisms. As described in the following sections, and summarised in the fold-out table included at the end of this brochure, the 24th WGC Technical Programme includes different types of sessions: • 14 Keynote Addresses, by the personalities listed in this document • 4 Luncheon Addresses • 9 Strategic Panels, to be announced at the beginning of 2009 • 1 Special Session by IGU’s incoming Malaysian Presidency, on the 2009 - 2012 Work Programme • 24 IGU Technical Committee Sessions, with the contents detailed in this document and the speakers to be selected as a result of the Call for Papers process • 18 Expert Fora, also including Poster Sessions, to be defi ned close to the Conference date It should be noted that, on this occasion, we have taken special consideration to provide the best setting for the Technical Committees to effi ciently interact with the audience. In these lines, the structure of the Technical Programme allows the registrants to attend the Strategic Panels without missing any Committee Sessions, while also avoiding possible overlap between similar or related topics. In view of the above, we encourage you to regularly visit the 24th WGC website www.wgc2009.com, to check further news on the speakers assigned to all sessions, in an ongoing manner, without waiting until we hand you the Final Programme – upon your arrival in Buenos Aires – in October 2009! We sincerely hope the 24th WGC discussions will provide a valuable feedback to the key stakeholders of the global energy and gas industries, and contribute to the development of a healthy investment and business climate, with high-quality dialogue between governmental and corporate players and in close cooperation with all relevant international energy organisations.
Roberto Brandt Coordination Committee Chairman
11 Technical Programme Day-by-Day
TUESDAY 6 OCTOBER 2009
Time Room Session
Keynote Address 1: Antonio Brufau, Chairman and CEO, REPSOL YPF 08.30 Auditorium Keynote Address 2: Faisal Al-Suwaidi, Chairman and CEO, 09.15 QATARGAS OPERATING COMPANY 09.15 09.30 Coffee Break 09.30 Hall A Committee Session PGC B: Gas Supply and Demand to 2030 11.30 Hall B Committee Session WOC 3: News from Pipeline Transmission Systems: Sweeping Blows from Regulation Effects over Environmental Impacts, to New Monitoring Technologies and Challenging New Pipeline Projects
Hall C Committee Session PGC C: Developing Gas Markets in South, West and Central Asia
Hall D Committee Session PGC D: LNG Quality
Hall F Expert Forum WOC 5: Micro CHP Knocks at the Door!
Hall G Expert Forum WOC 2: Main Drivers and Changing Role of Underground Gas Storage (UGS)
Hall H Expert Forum WOC 4: Asset Management Topic Papers 11.30 12.00 Exhibition Opening 12.00 El Central Luncheon Address 1: Helge Lund, CEO, STATOILHYDRO 13.30 13.45 Auditorium Keynote Address 3: Alexey B. Miller, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors, 14.30 Chairman of the Management Committee, GAZPROM Keynote Address 4: Bernhard Reutersberg, CEO, E.ON RUHRGAS
14.30 Auditorium Strategic Panel 1: Outlook to 2030: Reviewing the Strategies for Natural Gas 16.00 Hall A Strategic Panel 2: Natural Gas and the Sustainability Question: How Many Answers Can We Provide? 16.00 16.30 Coffee Break 16.30 Hall A Committee Session PGC B: Gas Price Formation and Trends 18.30 Hall B Committee Session WOC 1: Diffi cult Reservoirs and Unconventional Natural Gas Resources
Hall C Committee Session WOC 2: Major Trends in Underground Gas Storage (UGS) Development
Hall D Committee Session WOC 5: Industrial Utilisation: Technologies for Tomorrow?
Hall F Expert Forum WOC 3: Impact of Regulation on Gas Transmission, Safety and Security of Supply
Hall G Expert Forum PGC D: Construction, Operation and Maintenance Know-how in LNG Facilities
Hall H Expert Forum PGC C: Future Impact of Geo-politics and Globalisation in Sustainable Gas Supply and Trade
12 WEDNESDAY 7 OCTOBER 2009
Time Room Session
08.30 Auditorium Keynote Address 5: Maria das Graças Silva Foster, Director of Gas and Energy, 09.15 PETROBRAS Keynote Address 6: Akio Nomura, Chairman, JAPAN GAS ASSOCIATION 09.15 09.45 Coffee Break 09.45 Hall B Committee Session WOC 4: Introducing the Work of WOC 4 on Gas Distribution 11.45 Hall C Committee Session WOC 1: Remaining Conventional World Gas Resources and Technological Challenges for their Development
Hall D Committee Session WOC 2: New Technologies for UGS
Hall E Committee Session PGC D: Economic Aspects in the LNG Industry
Hall F Expert Forum WOC 5: How Renewables Will Save the Natural Gas Business!
Hall G Expert Forum PGC B: Presentation and Discussion on Selected Papers
Hall H Expert Forum PGC A: Energy Effi ciency and Renewables
12.00 El Central Luncheon Address 2: Nobuo Tanaka, Executive Director, 13.30 INTERNATIONAL ENERGY AGENCY (IEA)
13.45 Auditorium Keynote Address 7: George Kirkland, Executive Vice President, 14.30 Global Upstream and Gas, CHEVRON CORPORATION Keynote Address 8: Jean-François Cirelli, Vice Chairman and President, GDF SUEZ
14.30 Auditorium Strategic Panel 3: Adjusting the Balance between Security of Supply and Demand: 16.00 Views from Energy Ministers
Hall A Strategic Panel 4: Innovation and New Technologies for Increasing Gas Competitiveness 16.00 Coffee Break 16.30 16.30 Hall B Committee Session WOC 4: Review of Leakage Reduction Strategies and Practices 18.30 Hall C Committee Session WOC 3: Screening for Challenging New Off- and On-shore Pipeline Projects – Security of Supply in the Field of a Growing Worldwide Gas Pipeline Network and Energy-Hungry Markets
Hall D Committee Session PGC A: The Gas Industry Reponse to Climate Change
Hall E Committee Session WOC 5: Domestic and Commercial Utilisation: Appliances and Products for Tomorrow?
Hall F Expert Forum WOC 1: Exploration of New Reserves and Areas
Hall G Expert Forum PGC D: Hot Topics of LNG
Hall H Expert Forum PGC C: Developing Natural Gas Markets: How Issues Including Security of Supply, Alternative Fuels, Pricing and Technological Improvements Interact for a Sustainable Development
13 THURSDAY 8 OCTOBER 2009
Time Room Session
08.30 Auditorium Keynote Address 9: Christophe de Margerie, Chairman and CEO, TOTAL 09.15 Keynote Address 10: Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Mohd Hassan Marican, President and CEO, PETRONAS 09.15 09.45 Coffee Break 09.45 Hall B Committee Session WOC 4: Prevention of Third Party Interference Damage 11.45 to Distribution Assets
Hall C Committee Session TF GMI: Guiding Principles for Gas Market Integration
Hall D Committee Session PGC C: Developing Gas Markets in South America (from a more integrated perspective)
Hall E Committee Session WOC 5: Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV): Methane – A Global Eco-Effi cient Mobility Solution
Hall F Expert Forum WOC 3: Contribution of Gas Transmission to Climate Protection and Sustainable Development
Hall G Expert Forum PGC B: Presentation and Discussion on Selected Papers
Hall H Expert Forum PGC A: The Post-Kyoto Challenges of the Natural Gas Industry
12.00 Luncheon Address 3: Paolo Scaroni, CEO, ENI SpA* 13.30 El Central 13.45 Auditorium Keynote Address 11: Tony Hayward, Group Chief Executive, BP 14.30 Keynote Address 12: Thomas E. Skains, Chairman, President and CEO, AMERICAN GAS ASSOCIATION
14.30 Auditorium Strategic Panel 5: Finding the Links for Gas Market Integration 16.00 Hall A Strategic Panel 6: Liquefi ed Natural Gas (LNG): From Market Facilitator to Global Market Driver
16.00 Coffee Break 16.30 16.30 Hall B Committee Session PGC B: Regulation and Future Industry Structure 18.30 Hall C Committee Session WOC 3: Review of New Technologies in Pipeline Monitoring
Hall D Committee Session PGC C: Developing Gas Markets in South Eastern Europe
Hall E Committee Session PGC D: Creative Solutions for New LNG Facilities
Hall F Expert Forum WOC 1: Production and Processing Techniques
Hall G Expert Forum WOC 2: UGS Technologies and Applications for CO2 Sequestration Hall H Expert Forum WOC 4: Leakage and Third Party Damage Management Topic Papers
*Invited
14 FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER 2009
Time Room Session
08.30 Auditorium Keynote Address 13: Seyed Reza Kassaei Zadeh, 09.15 Deputy Minister and Managing Director, NATIONAL IRANIAN GAS COMPANY Keynote Address 14: Marcel P. Kramer, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO, N.V. NEDERLANDSE GASUNIE 09.15 Coffee Break 09.45 09.45 Auditorium Strategic Panel 7: Natural Gas: An Accomplished Driver for Vehicles Around 11.45 the World Hall A Strategic Panel 8: Marketing Natural Gas in a Demanding Environment
Hall B Strategic Panel 9: Special Panel from the World Petroleum Council (WPC)
12.00 El Central Luncheon Address 4: Zhou Jiping, President, 13.30 PETROCHINA COMPANY LIMITED*
14.00 Hall A Special Session: Triennial Work Programme 2009 - 2012 16.00
*Invited
15 Keynote Speakers
TUESDAY 6 OCTOBER 2009
08.30 – 08.50 Keynote Address 1: Antonio Brufau, Chairman and CEO, REPSOL YPF and Vice President, GAS NATURAL GROUP
Born 12th March, 1948, in Mollerussa (Lleida), Spain. Graduate in Economics by the University of Barcelona. He began his professional career at Arthur Andersen, where he was made a Partner and Audit Division Head. In 1988 he joined La Caixa as Assistant General Manager. Between 1999 and 2004 he held the position of Managing Director of La Caixa Group. In July, 1997 he was appointed Chairman of the Gas Natural Group. From 1996 and until he was named Repsol YPF’s Chairman and CEO in October, 2004, he was a member of the Company’s Board of Directors. At the present time, he is also Vice President of the Gas Natural Group.
During his long professional career, Antonio Brufau has been a part of several Boards of Directors, among them Enagas, Abertis, Aguas de Barcelona, Colonial and Caixa Holding, as well as CaixaBank France. He has been Chairman of Barcelona’s Círculo de Economía from 2002 until 2005, and member of the Executive Board of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) from 2003 to 2005; as well as Member of the Board and Member of the Auditing Committee of Suez until 2006.
08.50 – 09.10 Keynote Address 2: Faisal Al-Suwaidi, Chairman and CEO, QATARGAS OPERATING COMPANY
Joined Qatar Petroleum (QP) as a Trainee clerk in October 1972. After one and a half years of training in Dukhan, he was sponsored by QP for further studies in the UK. In 1974, Mr. Al-Suwaidi joined Merton Technical College at Wimbledon and obtained his Diploma in Business Management in 1978. From 1978 to 1989 he held various Positions with QP’s Administration function leading to his appointment as an Administration Manager in 1989. In 1992, he was appointed Managing Director of QAFCO. In 1997 he became the Vice Chairman and CEO of Qatargas. Currently he holds the position of Vice Chairman of Qatargas 1, 2, 3, 4 and Laffan Refi nery Project as well as Chairman and CEO of Qatargas Operating Company Ltd. Faisal sits on a number of Boards in addition to Qatargas, these include; QP, QAFCO, RasGas, Nakilat and Qatar University. Mr. Al-Suwaidi was born in 1954 and is married with six children.
13.45 – 14.05 Keynote Address 3: Alexey B. Miller, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors, Chairman of the Management Committee, GAZPROM
Alexey B. Miller was born on January 31, 1962, in Leningrad. He graduated from high school in 1979 and became a student of N. A. Voznesenskii Leningrad Finance and Economics Institute.
Upon graduation A. B. Miller was engineer-economist, the General planning division, LenNIIProekt - Leningrad Civil Construction Research and Design Institute. Alexey Miller was a post-graduate student at N. A. Voznesenskii Leningrad Finance and Economics Institute from 1986 to 1989, and obtained Ph. D. (Economics) degree in 1989.
In 1990 Mr. Miller was appointed Researcher, Leningrad Finance and Economics Institute, and then Head of Section, Committee on Economic Reform, Leningrad City Council. From 1991 to 1996 Alexey Miller served with the Committee
16 for External Relations, St. Petersburg Mayor’s Offi ce. He was Head, Markets Monitoring Section, Foreign Economic Relations Department. Later he was appointed head of the Department, and Deputy Chairman of the Committee. From 1996 to 1999 Mr. Miller was Director, Development and Investments, at Morskoy Port of St. Petersburg Open Joint Stock Company. From 1999 to 2000 he served as General Director, Balttiiskaya Truboprovodnaya Sistema (Baltic Pipeline System). In 2000 Mr. Miller was appointed Deputy Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation. He has served as Chairman of the Management Committee, Gazprom, since 2001.
Alexey Miller has been awarded with 4th Degree Order for the Outstanding Services to the Fatherland; the Medal of the Outstanding Services to the Fatherland II Degree Order; II Class Order of the Hungarian Republic Cross for his outstanding services to the energy cooperation; St. Mesrop Mashtots Order (Republic of Armenia); the Dostyk (Friendship) Order of the 2nd Degree (Republic of Kazakhstan); Sergiy Radonezhsky II Degree Order of the Russian Orthodox Church; Patriarchal Merit Certifi cate.
14.05 – 14.25 Keynote Address 4: Bernhard Reutersberg, CEO, E.ON RUHRGAS
Since March 2008 Dr. Reutersberg, born in 1954, has been Chairman of the Board of Management of E.ON Ruhrgas AG, which is responsible for gas business in the international E.ON energy group.
After studying business administration and obtaining his doctorate in 1985, Dr. Reutersberg started his career at Henkel KGaA. He was responsible for product management in various functions at the German headquarters and at international sites. In 1992, he joined Vaillant GmbH, a heating appliance manufacturer, becoming its deputy managing director in 1998.
Dr. Reutersberg has been working in the energy industry since 1999, starting as managing director of Bayernwerk-Vertriebsgesellschaft GmbH. In 2000, he became Chairman of the Management Board of E.ON Vertrieb GmbH. He was appointed to the Management Board of E.ON Energie AG in 2001 with responsibility for sales. In 2006, he moved to the Board of Management of E.ON Ruhrgas AG, likewise being responsible for sales.
Dr. Reutersberg has been Vice-President of the German Federation of Energy and Water Industries (BDEW) since June 2008.
17 WEDNESDAY 7 OCTOBER 2009
08.30 – 08.50 Keynote Address 5: Maria das Graças Silva Foster, Director of Gas and Energy, PETROBRASB
Engineer Maria das Graças Silva Foster holds, since September 2007, the position of Director for Gas & Energy in Petróleo Brasileiro S. A. – Petrobras. Ms. Graça is a graduate in Chemical Engineering from the Federal Fluminense University (UFF), she holds a Master’s Degree in Nuclear Engineering from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (COPPE/UFRJ), and an MBA in Economics from the Getúlio Vargas Foundation. From May 2006 to September 2007 she was serving as the President and CEO of Petrobras Distribuidora S.A.
Previously, she had performed as the President of Petroquisa, a position she took over in September 2005. From January 2003 to September 2005, Ms. Graça was the Mines & Energy Ministry’s Secretary for Oil, Natural Gas, and Renewable Fuels. In that interval, via Presidential Decrees, Ms. Graça also performed as the Interministerial coordinator for the Federal Government’s Biodiesel Programme: Biodiesel Production and Use; and as the National Executive Secretary for the Federal Government’s Programme for the National Oil Industry’s Mobilization (PROMINP). In April 2007, Graça Foster was awarded the decoration of Commander of the Rio Branco Order granted by the Ministry of External Affairs of the Brazilian Government.
2003 to 2005; as well as Member of the Board and Membe 08.50 – 09.10 Keynote Address 6: Akio Nomura, Chairman, JAPAN GAS ASSOCIATION
Mr. Akio Nomura has been Chairman of the Japan Gas Association since June 2006. Prior to the current position, he was Vice Chairman of the association for four years. Mr. Nomura is also Chairman of Osaka Gas Co., Ltd. which he has served since June 2003.
Within Osaka Gas, the second largest gas utility in Japan, he held the following management positions; President (1998 – 2003), Executive Vice President (1994 - 1998), Senior Managing Director and Head of Gas Business Operations (1991 - 1994).
Outside the gas industry, he holds a number of positions within the economic and business community in Osaka and Japan, including Chairman of the Osaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Vice Chairman of the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the posts he has held since March 2004.
Mr. Nomura was born in 1936 and was educated at Kyoto University from which he earned a bachelor’s degree in law.
13.45 – 14.05 Keynote Address 7: George Kirkland, Executive Vice President, Global Upstream and Gas, CHEVRON CORPORATION
George Kirkland is responsible for managing Chevron’s global exploration, production and gas activities. A native of Florida, Kirkland graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in civil engineering in 1972 and 1974, respectively. Upon graduation, he joined Chevron as a construction engineer in New Orleans, Louisiana. From 1980 to 1985, he served as project engineering manager for the giant Duri steamfl ood project in Indonesia. Kirkland returned to the United States as a senior project manager for Chevron U.S.A. Production Co. in 1985. Over the next three years, he held positions of increasing responsibility
18 in Chevron operations in Midland, Texas, and Denver, Colorado. In 1992, he was named general manager of production for subsidiary Chevron Nigeria Ltd. (CNL) and, in January 1996, became its general manager of asset management. Kirkland was appointed CNL’s chairman and managing director in November 1996.
In January 2000, Kirkland was named president of Chevron U.S.A. Production Co., responsible for exploration and production operations in the United States and Canada. In October 2001, he assumed the position of president of ChevronTexaco Exploration and Production Co. Then in January 2002, he was named president of ChevronTexaco Overseas Petroleum, responsible for managing Chevron’s exploration and production activities outside North America. Kirkland assumed his present position in January 2005.
Kirkland is a member of the board of trustees of Africa-America Institute, a board member of the Corporate Council on Africa, a director of the U.S.-Kazakhstan Business Association, and a director of the US-ASEAN Business Council.
14.05 – 14.25 Keynote Address 8: Jean-François Cirelli, Vice Chairman and President, GDF SUEZ
Jean-François Cirelli (09/07/1958). A graduate of Institut d’Etudes Politiques of Paris and Ecole Nationale d’Administration, he also holds a degree in Law.
From 1985 to 1995, he held several signifi cant positions at the Treasury Department of the Ministry of Economy and Finance before becoming Technical Advisor to the President of the Republic from 1995 to 1997 and, subsequently, Economic Advisor from 1997 to 2002.
In 2002, he was appointed Deputy Director to the Cabinet of the Prime Minister, Jean-Pierre Raffarin, in charge of economic, industrial and social affairs. In 2005, the Government appointed him to complete Gaz de France’s IPO, following which the company was listed on 8 July 2005. Jean-François Cirelli is also a member of the Board of Directors at Neuf Cegetel and a member of the Supervisory Board at Atos. Jean-François Cirelli was Chairman and Chief Executive Offi cer of Gaz de France from September 2004 until July 2008 when he became Vice Chairman and President of GDF SUEZ.
19 THURSDAY 8 OCTOBER 2009
08.30 – 08.50 Keynote Address 9: Christophe de Margerie, Chairman and CEO, TOTAL
Christophe de Margerie joined the Group after graduating from the Ecole Supérieure de Commerce in Paris in 1974. Born in 1951, he served in several positions in the Group’s Financial Department and Exploration-Production division. He became president of Total Middle East in 1995 before joining the Group’s executive committee as the President of the Exploration & Production division in May 1999.
He then became Senior Executive Vice-President of exploration and production of the new TotalFinaElf group in 2000. In January 2002, he became President of the Exploration & Production division of Total. He was appointed a member of the Board of Directors by the shareholders’ meeting held on May 12, 2006 and became Chief Executive Offi cer of Total and Chairman of the Executive Committee on February 14, 2007.
08.50 – 09.10 Keynote Address 10: Tan Sri Dato´ Seri Mohd Hassan Marican, President and CEO, PETRONAS
Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Mohd Hassan Marican, is the President and Chief Executive Offi cer of Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS). A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, as well as a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and the Malaysian Institute of Certifi ed Public Accountants, he was appointed President and CEO of PETRONAS in February 1995. Tan Sri Hassan is a member of the PETRONAS Board of Directors, and Chairman of two public listed companies under the Group, namely PETRONAS Gas Berhad and MISC Berhad. He is also the Chairman of Engen Limited, South Africa’s leading oil refi ning and marketing company, a subsidiary of PETRONAS. Beyond PETRONAS, Tan Sri Hassan is a board member of the Central Bank of Malaysia and a member of the board of Malaysia-Thailand Joint Authority, which oversees petroleum development in the overlapping area between Malaysia and Thailand. He is also a member of the International Investment Council for the Republic of South Africa.
Tan Sri Hassan is a board member of the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Partnering Against Corruption Initiative (PACI) as well as a member of the WEF’s Council of 100 Leaders.
13.45 – 14.05 Keynote Address 11: Tony Hayward, Group Chief Executive, BP
Tony Hayward studied geology at Birmingham University, England, and took his PhD at Edinburgh University, Scotland. Tony joined BP in 1982 and began his career as a rig geologist in the North Sea. Following a series of technical and commercial roles around the world, in 1992 he moved to Colombia as exploration manager and in 1995 became president of BP Exploration in Venezuela.
Tony returned to London in 1997 as a director of BP Exploration. Following the merger of BP and Amoco, he became a group vice president and a member of the upstream executive committee. He was appointed group treasurer in 2000, where his responsibilities included corporate fi nance and mergers and acquisitions. Following appointments as an executive vice president and chief executive for BP’s upstream activities, Tony was appointed to the main board of BP in 2003.
20 In May 2007, Tony was appointed group chief executive of BP p.l.c. He is a non-executive director of Tata Steel UK Limited and a non-executive director of Tata Steel Limited [of India, a company listed on the Mumbai Stock Exchange]. He was appointed companion of the Chartered Management Institute in September 2005. He is a Member of the Business Council of Britain, a Member of Tshinghua Advisory Board, Chair of GLOBE CEO Forum for Climate Change and a Trustee of the Emirates Foundation.
Tony is married to Maureen and has two teenage children. He is a keen sportsman and enjoys regular sailing, competing in triathlons and watching football, rugby and cricket.
14.05 – 14.25 Keynote Address 12: Thomas E. Skains, Chairman, President and CEO, AMERICAN GAS ASSOCIATION
Mr. Skains was elected Chairman of the Board by Piedmont’s Board of Directors in December 2003, CEO in February 2003 and President and Chief Operating Offi cer in February 2002. Previously, Mr. Skains served as Senior Vice President - Marketing and Supply Services and directed Piedmont’s commercial natural gas activities since joining the company in April 1995. Prior to joining Piedmont, Mr. Skains was employed by Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Corporation in Houston, Texas as Senior Vice President - Transportation and Customer Services. He joined Transco in 1981 as an attorney and served as corporate and senior attorney before being named Vice President in 1986 and Senior Vice President in 1989.
Mr. Skains has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Sam Houston State University and a Doctorate of Jurisprudence degree from the University of Houston Law School. He was recently elected First Vice Chairman - Board of Directors of the American Gas Association for 2008 and is past Chairman of the Southern Gas Association. In Charlotte, he has served on the Boards of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, the United Way of Central Carolinas and as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for Providence Day School. He has also served as co-chair of the 2004 & 2005 American Heart Association Charlotte Metro Heart Walks and the 2006 Charlotte-Mecklenburg Arts and Science Council Annual Fund Drive. Mr. Skains is an inactive member of the State Bar of Texas.
21 FRIDAY 8 OCTOBER 2009
08.30 – 08.50 Keynote Address 13: Seyed Reza Kassaei Zadeh, Deputy Minister and Managing Director, NATIONAL IRANIAN GAS COMPANY
Seyed Reza Kasaiezadeh was born in 1949 in Isfahan, Iran. In 1972, he graduated from Iran University of Science & Technology, and received his BS degree in Mechanical Engineering (Energy Conversion). He has been working in the oil & gas-related industries since 1975. He presently is deputy petroleum minister and managing director of the National Iranian Gas Co. (NIGC). He has been in this position since early 2006.
Experience: Kasaiezadeh has worked in oil and gas industries for the last 30 years in a variety of roles: in 1991, Kasaiezadeh was appointed as the director of Arak Refi nery and following that in 1994, he began to serve as the director of Isfahan Refi nery. He also played a leading role during his incumbency, starting in 1997, as the corporate planning director in the National Iranian Oil Refi ning & Distribution Co. (NIORDC). After that, Kasaiezadeh joined the National Iranian Oil Engineering & Construction Co. (NIOECC) in 2003 as the Managing Director.
Parallel Activities: Kassaeizadeh’s career also included his key membership in NIORDC Research & Development Center. Furthermore, during his time in NIORDC, he started acting as the planning manager of the company in 2002.
Honours: In 1989, Seyed Reza Kasaeizadeh received a letter of commendation from the IRI then president for his restoration achievements in Abadan Refi nery. In addition, the Iranian petroleum minister also conferred a commendation letter on him for proving to be an exemplary manager in 2002.
08.50 – 09.10 Keynote Address 14: Marcel P. Kramer, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO, N.V. NEDERLANDSE GASUNIE
Marcel Kramer was appointed Chairman of the Executive Board and Chief Executive Offi cer of Gasunie on 1 July 2005. On that day, Gasunie became a natural gas transport, infrastructure and services company. Mr Kramer joined Gasunie in 2003 as Managing Director of the Technology & Assets Division.
From 1992 to 2003, Mr Kramer held various positions with Statoil. He was posted to Norway (General Manager, Supply and Shipping Division), to Bangkok (Managing Director, Statoil Thailand), to Singapore (President, Asia Pacifi c) and most recently to Caracas (President, Statoil Venezuela). Throughout his time with Statoil, he was involved with oil and gas in the up-, mid- and downstream business segments.
From 1988 to 1992, Mr Kramer worked with Petro-Canada (Calgary) as Director, Crude Oil Supply and Trading. From 1979 to 1988, he served in oil and gas-related positions at NATO, Brussels (1979-1982) and as Head of the Oil Industry Division of the International Energy Agency in Paris (1982-1988). From 1976 to 1979, Mr Kramer held a Staff position with the Ministry of Economic Affairs in the Netherlands. Mr Kramer holds a degree in Private and Corporate Law. He was appointed Fellow of the Institute of Petroleum in London in 1987 and is professionally active in various organisations such as the International Organisation of Energy Economists (IAEE), the Royal Dutch Gas Association (KVGN) and the Energy Delta Institute (EDI) in the Netherlands (an educational institute supported by Gasunie, Gazprom and the University of Groningen).
In November 2007, Mr Kramer was elected President of Gas Infrastructure Europe (GIE), the European association of companies operating and/or owning pipeline networks, LNG terminals and gas storage facilities (www.gie.eu.com).
22 Luncheon Addresses
As is customary in IGU’s Conferences, a luncheon will be organised every day, to provide a break from the intensive activities of both the Conference and exhibition, as well as an opportunity to network with colleagues from the global gas community.
There is an additional charge should delegates wish to attend the luncheons. Please check the cost in the registration section of this Preliminary Programme. You will be able to register from 1 February, 2009. Luncheons will be handled on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis. These luncheons are hosted by the following companies, who will introduce the speaker appointed for each event:
Tuesday 6 October, 12.00 – 13.30 Host: Speaker: Helge Lund, CEO, STATOILHYDRO
Wednesday 7 October, 12.00 – 13.30 Host: Speaker: Nobuo Tanaka, Executive Director, INTERNATIONAL ENERGY AGENCY (IEA)
Thursday 8 October, 12.00 – 13.30 Host: Speaker: to be confi rmed
Friday 9 October, 12.00 – 13.30 Host: Speaker: to be confi rmed
The luncheons will take place at El Central restaurant, a distinguished, historical building, conveniently located within the premises of La Rural, where the conference will be held.
23 Strategic Panels
The following Strategic Panels were defined to address what have been identified as some of the key topics during the 2006 – 2009 triennium. Experts on each of these will be invited to provide their views from diverging angles to ensure an enriching debate.
Strategic Panel 1: Tuesday 6 October, 14.30 – 16.00 Outlook to 2030: Reviewing the Strategies for Natural Gas
Change has been the only constant in the energy world for the last decade on almost every front: markets and prices, policies and regulation, geopolitics and finance, technology and environmental drivers, to mention just a few.
How should the global gas industry react to this dynamic scenario? And, more importantly, what are the realistic capabilities of our industry to satisfy the world energy needs while facing these increasing uncertainties?
During the 2006 – 2009 triennium the IGU membership has dedicated extensive resources to address these issues, the result of which will be detailed in the 2030 Natural Gas Industry Outlook study, whose proceedings will be delivered during the Conference. Some of the highlights of this study, coupled by the views of high-level panellists, will be discussed during this session.
Strategic Panel 2: Tuesday 6 October, 14.30 – 16.00 Natural Gas and the Sustainability Question: How Many Answers Can We Provide?
There is a general consensus on the favourable attributes of natural gas regarding environmental issues when comparing to other fossil fuels, particularly in terms of energy efficiency and emissions. Furthermore, the potential of the gas industry to combine supplies with some of the renewable energy sources, and the possibilities to use its infrastructure and know-how to contribute to CO2 mitigation, places it in a relevant position to contribute to a sustainable energy future.
Yet, the gas industry has several challenges to address to adequately provide some of the solutions the global community is expecting on this issue.
A special study on CO2 mitigation was conducted through the combined forces of some of IGU’s Technical Committees. The findings will be delivered in this panel, to trigger the discussion with invited environmental and climate change specialists.
Strategic Panel 3: Wednesday 7 October, 14.30 – 16.00 Adjusting the Balance between Security of Supply and Demand: Views from Energy Ministers
During this triennium, IGU has continued to foster its relationship with energy ministers and other policy-makers, in its intent to enhance its role as spokesman for the global gas industry.
Following a very positive interaction with the International Energy Forum (IEF), the largest recurring global gathering of energy ministers comprising over 70 countries, we will be hosting a panel of government officials from both relevant gas- producing and gas-consuming countries, to debate about their latest views on both the supply and demand-side implications of energy interdependence, especially on how they relate to increase global energy security.
24 Strategic Panel 4: Wednesday 7 October, 14.30 – 16.00 Innovation and New Technologies for Increasing Gas Competitiveness
Research and Development (R&D) has always been high on IGU’s agenda. A specifi c Task Force was established for that purpose, to evaluate the state of the industry regarding current and prospective investments in this activity, while promoting its strategic value to all relevant stakeholders.
The Task Force has recently focused on how R&D will shape the 21st century gas companies, as well as on the preparation of the International Gas Union Research Conference (October 2008).
The strategic panel will pick up from the main emerging conclusions, to discuss further how innovation and new technologies will contribute to increase the gas business and competitiveness, particularly on topics concerning safety and security of supply, environmental issues, and gas effi ciency and utilisation.
Strategic Panel 5: Thursday 8 October, 14.30 – 16.00 Finding the Links for Gas Market Integration
Either because their regional gas market is still on an early stage of development, or because they are facing an increasingly demanding energy prospect, policy-makers and corporations working along the gas chain are currently drawing or reviewing their strategies to face the approaching challenges.
The dynamics of world geopolitical and economic developments, the consolidation of trading blocks, the trends to defi ne a new set of rules and regulations that structure the energy business, the mergers and shifts of strengths among the energy players, and the technological developments that enable new trading possibilities, provide additional complexities to this decision process.
During the 2006-2009 triennium, a specifi c Task Force was established to analyse a number of leading cases around the world that provide useful lessons which will help identify the key success factors to promote sustainable gas market integration processes.
Panellists closely involved in these case studies will be sharing their main fi ndings during this session.
Strategic Panel 6: Thursday 8 October, 14.30 – 16.00 Liquefi ed Natural Gas (LNG): From Market Facilitator to Global Market Driver
In the last decades, LNG has developed from a technical solution for a market need, to an established business driver, while playing other diverse roles like market buffer and arbitrator.
In the future, LNG will play an increasing role in the search for balance between security of supply and demand, but what is a realistic perception of the “comfort space” LNG can actually provide to the dynamics of the future world gas market?
These and other challenges will be discussed by panellists representing key players in the LNG activity.
25 Strategic Panel 7: Friday 9 October, 09.45 – 11.45 Natural Gas: An Accomplished Driver for Vehicles Around the World
The International Association for Natural Gas Vehicles (IANGV) is the largest international organisation devoted to the development of Natural Gas for Vehicles (NGV) and is affi liated to IGU.
IGU and IANGV have been working jointly for the past three triennia on the study and promotion of NGV. The number of vehicles using natural gas is expected to increase from nearly 8 million in 2008 to over 60 million in 2020.
The panel will complement the discussions of Working Committee 5, with special focus on the successful NGV programmes around the world, and the driving forces behind them.
Strategic Panel 8: Friday 9 October, 09.45 – 11.45 Marketing Natural Gas in a Demanding Environment
During the 2006 – 2009 triennium the former InterGas Marketing organisation came under the auspices of IGU, under its new name IGU Gas Marketing (IGM), contributing to the technical programme on the following topics:
• Natural gas and renewables • How can marketing contribute to promote natural gas in new areas and new technologies?
The fi ndings of these studies will open the session to a panel of experts, supplemented by short fi lm sequences, and an interactive section with statements and polling questions to and from the audience.
Strategic Panel 9: Friday 9 October, 09.45 – 11.45 Special Panel from the World Petroleum Council (WPC)
In line with the long established relationship between WPC and IGU, a slot has been reserved to address the key messages and conclusions emerging from the 2008 World Petroleum Congress (June 2008), during which IGU contributed with a special session on gas market integration.
Special Session: Friday 9 October, 14.00 – 16.00 Triennial Work Programme 2009 – 2012
The session will be opened by the incoming IGU President, Datuk Rahim Hashim.
This introduction will be followed by a presentation conducted by Ho Sook Wah, IGU’s incoming Coordination Committee Chair, on the strategic guidelines and highlights of the 2009 - 2012 Triennial Work Programme.
Further detail will then be provided by each of the newly appointed Working Committee and Programme Committee Chairs, allowing some time for discussion.
26 IGU Committee Sessions and Expert Fora
IGU’s Triennial Work Programme (TWP) is prepared by the technical committees outlined below. Together they form the operational hub of IGU. Thanks to the invaluable time and efforts of these teams we are able to bring you a fresh and exciting programme.
WORKING COMMITTEES
Committee Chaired by Country WOC 1: Exploration and Production V. Yakushev Russia WOC 2: Storage V. Onderka Czech Republic WOC 3: Transmission H. Wolf Germany WOC 4: Distribution J. Bending United Kingdom WOC 5: Utilisation J. Schweitzer Denmark
PROGRAMME COMMITTEES
Committee Chaired by Country PGC A: Sustainable Development K. Barland* Norway PGC B: Strategy, Economics and Regulation P. Moraleda Spain PGC C: Developing Markets F. Amin Malaysia PGC D: Liquefi ed Natural Gas S. Uchino Japan
TASK FORCES
Committee Chaired by Country Task Force Gas Market Integration J. Doumanian Argentina Task Force Research and Development M. Florette France
IGM: IGU Gas Marketing M. Hall Germany
*Replaced by J. Puertas (Vice Chair, from Spain) as from July 2008
27 WOC 1: Exploration and Production
V. Yakushev IGU Committee Sessions Chair
Committee Session 1.1: Tuesday 6 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Diffi cult Reservoirs and Unconventional Natural Gas Resources
Chaired by: Vladimir Yakushev, WOC 1 Chair, Russia
Objectives Address signifi cant prospective unconventional resources and technologies for their exploration and production. Issues include resource dedication, development of new technologies, particulars of production and supply, economic data, environmental issues, outlook and prospects.
Content • Triennial study report presentation by Kamel Chikhi, WOC 1 Vice Chair, Study Group leader, Algeria • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Committee Session 1.2: Wednesday 7 October, 09.45 – 11.45– 11:45
Remaining Conventional World Gas Resources and Technological Challenges for their Development
Chaired by: Kamel Chikhi, Algeria
Objectives Review reports on mature gas production areas, and their remaining resources and reserves. It also includes new opportunities in deep off-shore and Arctic areas, as well as issues related to gas monetisation for different markets.
Content • Triennial study report presentation by Dominique Copin, Study Group leader, France • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
28 Expert Fora
Expert Forum 1.A: Wednesday 7 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Exploration of New Reserves and Areas
Chaired by: to be confi rmed
Objectives Specialists in exploration will be invited to present their experience in gas geology, exploration techniques, and ecological solutions in the upstream sector.
A selection of the papers submitted about this topic will be presented and discussed.
Expert Forum 1.B: Thursday 8 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Production and Processing Techniques
Chaired by: to be confi rmed
Objectives Hydrocarbon production and processing will be discussed as from the presentation of selected contributors, willing to present their fi ndings on some of the following topics: reservoir management, production and processing of stranded and diffi cult reserves, CO2 and other non-hydrocarbon gases, processing and disposal during production, EOR and EGR, gas treatment and conversion, and ecological solutions.
29 WOC 2: Storage
V. Onderka IGU Committee Sessions Chair
Committee Session 2.1: Tuesday 6 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Major Trends in Underground Gas Storage (UGS) Development
Chaired by: Vladimir Onderka, WOC 2 Chair, Czech Republic
Objectives UGS is increasingly becoming an important part of the gas chain, refl ecting on the conditions in the market, pricing, safety, delivery, and strategic reserves.
Speakers will address major trends in UGS development and operation, as well as different approaches to UGS in different parts of the world. The session will also cover new UGS projects and case studies.
Content • Study Group report presentation on UGS Database, by its leader, Joachim Wallbecht, Germany. • Other invited speakers - which could include some of the authors of the papers submitted - will contribute to the discussion of these topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Committee Session 2.2: Wednesday 7 October, 09.45 – 11.45
New Technologies for UGS
Chaired by: Frederick Metzger, USA
Objectives The UGS industry’s fl exibility, effi ciency, environmental safety and economics are closely related to technical practice, application of advanced technologies for reservoir description, monitoring, surveillance and operational optimisation.
Issues like state-of-the-art data mining, reservoir surveillance, logging, coupled simulations, new drilling and completion techniques, as well as automation and remote control will be the signifi cant issues of the speakers.
Content • Study Group report presentations on UGS Technology Improvements, by Helene Giouse, France, Vice Chair of WOC 2 and leader of the Study Group. • Study Group report presentation on Intelligent UGS, by its leader, Georg Zangl, Austria • Other invited speakers - which could include some of the authors of the papers submitted - will contribute to the discussion of these topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
30 Expert Fora
Expert Forum 2.A: Tuesday 6 October, 09.30 – 11.30
Main Drivers and Changing Role of Underground Gas Storage (UGS)
Chaired by: Sergei Khan, Russia
Objectives Presentations and discussions in this forum will be centred on the changing role of UGS in the supply policy and the need for its development in a growing gas market. The agenda will also include the impact of regulations and market liberalisation, affordable prices for end-users and fair return for investors and UGS operators.
Aspects like legal rules and environment and safety regulations will also be covered by the session.
Expert Forum 2.B: Thursday 8 October, 16.30 – 18.30
UGS Technologies and Applications for CO2 Sequestration
Chaired by: Jacques Grappe, France
Objectives The speakers will assess the current status on the knowledge and experience coming from almost a hundred year history of gas storage which is applicable for CO2 sequestration.
The session will focus on case studies of CO2 storage, potentials and risks evaluation and applicable techniques from UGS.
One of the main features will also be the legal and policy framework, the pricing for CO2 emissions, and lifecycle of CO2 storage to promote necessary investments.
31 WOC 3: Transmission
H. Wolf IGU Committee Sessions Chair
Committee Session 3.1: Tuesday 6 October, 09.30 – 11.30
News from Pipeline Transmission Systems: Sweeping Blows from Regulation Effects over Environmental Impacts, to New Monitoring Technologies and Challenging New Pipeline Projects
Chaired by: Helge Wolf, WOC 3 Chair, Germany
Objectives To deliver the main fi ndings of the committee´s work during the triennium on the following themes: • Impact of regulation on gas transmission, safety and security of supply • Review of new technologies in pipeline and construction monitoring • Contribution of gas transmission to climate protection and sustainable development
Content • Study Group report presentations • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Committee Session 3.2: Wednesday 7 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Screening for Challenging New Off- and On-shore Pipeline Projects – Security of Supply in the Field of a Growing Worldwide Gas Pipeline Network and Energy-Hungry Markets
Chaired by: Eric Dam, WOC 3 Vice Chair, The Netherlands
Objectives Challenging new off- and on-shore pipeline projects are currently planned or under construction. Diverse projects and their challenging technical background will be addressed, together with presentations about new technologies in pipeline and construction monitoring to enlarge the span of pipeline life. The session will also try to shed some light on the needs of growing energy markets and how LNG and pipeline gas can jointly satisfy these needs.
Content • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Committee Session 3.3: Thursday 8 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Review of New Technologies in Pipeline Monitoring Chaired by: Jorge Bonetto, Study Group leader, Argentina
Objectives To address new technologies in pipeline monitoring and their improvement on safety, reliability and effi ciency. This session will also focus on themes like new technical challenging pipeline projects, Risk Assessment and Pipeline Integrity Management Systems. Other major points of the session will include technological development against corrosion, with a special attention to Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC), and methods to avoid or at least mitigate third party damage.
Content • Study Group report presentation on New Technologies in Pipeline Monitoring by Jorge Bonetto, Study Group leader, Argentina • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
32 Expert Fora
Expert Forum 3.A: Tuesday 6 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Impact of Regulation on Gas Transmission, Safety and Security of Supply
Chaired by: Marinus Kornalijnslijper, Study Group leader, The Netherlands
Objectives Identify, describe and discuss which regulatory activities are having an impact on gas transmission, particularly on safety and security of supply in the short, middle and long-term perspective. Another objective is to evaluate alternatives aimed to minimise negative consequences of regulation within reasonable cost-competitive considerations. Special interest is intended on inter-operability of regulated and non-regulated regimes, the interdependence of safety and security of supply to regulation, and company-driven investments versus law-driven ones.
Expert Forum 3.B: Thursday 8 October, 09.45 – 11.45
Contribution of Gas Transmission to Climate Protection and Sustainable Development Chaired by: Sigve Apeland, Study Group leader, Norway
Objectives Discussion in this forum will be focused on the best practices to reduce the industry’s environmental impact at transmission level. Presentations about measures to reduce emissions of CO2, NOx and CH4 in particular will be part of the forum. The forum intends to point out the contribution of the gas transmission industry to reach the targets of Kyoto protocol.
33 WOC 4: Distribution
J. Bending IGU Committee Sessions Chair
Committee Session 4.1: Wednesday 7 October, 09.45 – 11.45
Introducing the Work of WOC 4 on Gas Distribution
Chaired by: Jeremy Bending, United Kingdom
Objectives The primary role of WOC 4 is to support the promotion of safety, effi ciency and sustainability across the gas distribution community. The success in achieving this objective also serves as a driving force towards achieving the other strategic objectives of promoting gas as the fuel of choice, and ensuring the industry’s role as a responsible corporate citizen. Public safety and security of supply have always been the key drivers of distribution integrity management. However environmental, economic and other sustainability issues are becoming increasingly important as energy markets develop.
Content • Study Group report presentation on Gas Distribution Asset Management, by Andreas Hennig, Germany, which will review the processes and methodologies used to develop strategies for operating, maintaining and replacing gas distribution networks. This will build on the Distribution Integrity study from the previous triennium. The study will recognise the infl uence of differing regulatory frameworks both in defi ning local good practice and assessing the applicability of “best” international practices. The report will reference the defi nition of distribution integrity performance measures; the use of available information systems, data and the management of data quality; the availability and applicability of cost/benefi t calculations; the infl uence of national and international technical standards; the infl uence of economic regulation and competitive markets; the range of approaches within legal frameworks; legislated prescription vs. risk-based approaches to asset management. • Asset management case study presentations • Panel session: o Moderator: Alessandro Soresina, Italy o Panellists: • Andreas Hennig, Germany • Barbara Jinks, Australia • Robert Steven, Argentina • Jean-Yves Pollard, France
Committee Session 4.2: Wednesday 7 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Review of Leakage Reduction Strategies and Practices
Chaired by: Steve Vick, United Kingdom
Objectives Methane is a signifi cant greenhouse gas and leakage is perceived to contribute to depletion of the ozone layer. Leakage also presents safety, economic and operational challenges to distribution operators. This report will describe the evaluation and determination of leading practices used in the industry for the management of leakage from gas distribution systems.
These leading practices will be based on reviewing commonly defi ned metrics of operational performance. The report will reference leakage management strategies across member countries, assessment of the ability to quantify leakage from
34 distribution systems, the effectiveness of leakage survey methodologies, identifi cation of best practices in leakage management systems, and existing and emerging technologies for leakage control.
Content • Study Group report presentation • Leakage management case study presentations • Panel session: o Moderator: Alessandro Soresina, Italy o Panellists: • Steve Vick, United Kingdom • William Kearney, Republic of Ireland • Other panellists to be confi rmed
Committee Session 4.3: Thursday 8 October, 09.45 – 11.45
Prevention of Third Party Interference Damage to Distribution Assets
Chaired by: Kevin Knapp, USA
Objectives To describe how IGU member countries approach the reduction of third party interference damage to gas distribution systems. This emerged as a major integrity issue from the 2003 - 2006 triennium study. It is important to determine the various approaches, funding levels, legal requirements and collaborative efforts currently in place. The report will provide a review of damage control activities systems including: provision of plant records and information to enable location, legal/regulatory requirements driving plant location, measures of effectiveness of plant protection systems, resourcing requirements for site attendance where provided, review of existing and emerging technologies for damage control, identifi cation of best practices in plant and damage location systems across all utilities.
Content • Study Group report presentation • Third Party damage management case study presentations • Panel Session: o Moderator: Alessandro Soresina, Italy o Panellists: • Kevin Knapp, USA • Tomoaki Yokoyama, Japan • Other panellists to be confi rmed
35 Expert Fora
Expert Forum 4.A: Tuesday 6 October, 09.30 – 11.30
Asset Management Topic Papers
Chaired by: to be confi rmed
Objectives Asset management practices will be discussed with relation to some of the contributions from the Call for Papers. Some examples could include:
• The development of asset management strategies and systems to develop an optimum balance between cost and performance • The infl uence of legislation and regulation on gas distribution operators’ approach to system operation and management • Innovative developments in gas distribution practice contributing to improve asset management
Expert Forum 4.B: Thursday 8 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Leakage and Third Party Damage Management Topic Papers
Chaired by: to be confi rmed
Objectives Leakage and third party damage management practices will be discussed with relation to some of the contributions from the Call for Papers. Some examples could include:
• Intelligent use of historic leakage data to manage distribution leakage performance to predict leakage and inform leakage management priorities • Proactive measures to prevent third party damage to distribution systems and the promotion of understanding of the risks of damage, aimed to reduce third party damage by taking actions to identify construction activities that present a high damage risk and providing information to inform and educate operatives and the public of the risks arising from damage to gas distribution systems • Innovative developments in gas distribution practice contributing to improved leakage and third party damage management
36 WOC 5: Utilisation
J. Schweitzer IGU Committee Sessions Chairman
Committee Session 5.1: Tuesday 6 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Industrial Utilisation: Technologies for Tomorrow?
Chaired by: Guy Verkest, Belgium
Objectives The environment for industrial utilisation of gas is changing. Gas quality variations are bringing new challenges to industrial processes and utilisations: LNG, hydrogen and biogas could be available or transported in the grid and could create larger variations in gas characteristics. Renewables, and especially biogas, constitute an opportunity, but also a challenge for natural gas. Further, focus on energy savings and CO2 reductions make the rational use of energy an industrial priority. CHP development may help to achieve energy savings with natural gas.
Through case studies and examples, the session will present the state-of-the-art in gas utilisation in the industrial sector and will identify the actions needed to maintain or increase the present market for effi cient natural gas use in this sector.
Content • Study Group report presentation on state-of-the-art for gas utilisation in the industry, by Guy Verkest, Belgium. • Case study discussions: o Rational Use of Energy: • Rational Use of Energy for steam and hot water supply in Russia • Rational Use of Energy for industrial processes in Japan o Use of renewables: • Combination of biogas and natural gas in Japan • (Further examples will be presented in our Expert Fora) o CHP • Effi cient use of CHP for direct process heating in Italy • Effi cient use of CHP for cooling in Malaysia • Panel session with the authors of the case studies and moderated by Guy Verkest, with questions and answers from the audience • Conclusion: recommendations to the gas industry • Poster session: the session will end with a brief introduction of the authors of 10 posters. The remaining time will be dedicated to direct interaction between the audience and the authors.
Committee Session 5.2: Wednesday 7 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Domestic and Commercial Utilisation: Appliances and Products for Tomorrow?
Chaired by: Martin Wilmsmann, Germany
Objectives The reinforcement of the regulations on building insulation is bringing gas appliances to a new situation. Most of the gas market in this sector is destined for building heating and hot water.
37 The current technologies of central heating boilers or furnaces are not adapted anymore to new building technologies with lower heat demand. Further, renewable energy is increasing its presence and mCHP development may help to keep natural gas in the households.
The session will present the state-of-the-art in gas utilisations in the sector and will identify the action needed to maintain or increase the present market for natural gas in this new situation.
Content • Study Group report presentation on state-of-the-art for gas utilisation in the domestic and commercial sector, by Martin Wilmsmann, Germany. • Case studies discussion: o Micro co-generation, opportunities and challenges (see also Expert Fora) o Innovative appliances o IGU Energy Effi ciency indicators o Gas quality variation impact on utilisations o Energy services o Cooling and gas heat pumps o Solar and biogas combination with natural gas (see also Expert Fora) • Panel session with the case studies’ authors and moderated by Martin Wilmsmann, with questions and answers from the audience • Conclusion: recommendations to the gas industry • Poster session: the session will end with a brief introduction of the authors of 10 posters. The remaining time will be dedicated to personal interaction of the audience and the authors.
Committee Session 5.3: Thursday 8 October, 09.45 – 11.45
Natural Gas Vehicles (NGV): Methane - A Global Eco-Effi cient Mobility Solution
Chaired by: Davor Matic, Croatia
Objectives Recent changes in the fuel scenario may create a new situation for the NGV market. The NGV technology breakthroughs (effi cient methane gas vehicles, hybrids, bio-methane+, methane storage, fi lling) and methane corridors may now play a vital role in the market development, and NGV may help to keep gas status in tomorrow’s households, compensating possible gas volume decline in the domestic sector.
The session will present the state-of-the-art in NGV and will identify the action needed to penetrate more rapidly the technology on the market.
Content • Study Group report presentation by Davor Matic, which will include: o Presentation of scenarios of regional NGV market development o Technical and commercial data base o Real life experiences, short overview o Conclusions and recommendations • Discussion of case studies: some of the contributions will be presented and discussed • Poster session: the session will end with a brief introduction of the authors of 10 posters. The remaining time will be dedicated to personal interaction of these and the audience. Emphasis will be given to real-life experiences, NGV technology breakthroughs, methane corridors, and off-road applications.
38 Expert Fora
Expert Forum 5.A: Tuesday 6 October, 09.30 – 11.30
Micro CHP Knocks at the Door!
Chaired by: Jean Schweitzer, Denmark
Objectives Micro CHP poses an opportunity for natural gas to maintain its presence for domestic use, in times when the heat demand is decreasing in the new building sector. Moreover, mCHP seems to pose an ideal bridge between natural gas and renewables.
The gas industry has therefore to remain alert on its development and stay involved on many fronts that will accelerate the integration of this technology in the market. The objective of this session is to present the technology’s state-of-the-art, and to establish recommendations to the gas industry.
The session will include oral presentations on: • Technology state-of-the-art • Gas industry activity • Conditions for success
A panel discussion with the participation of manufacturers and speakers will conclude the forum.
Expert Forum 5.B: Wednesday 7 October, 09.45 – 11.45
How Renewables Will Save the Natural Gas Business!
Chaired by: Aksel Hauge Pedersen, Denmark
Objectives The growth of renewable energy (RE) can now confi dently be viewed as an established trend. But RE needs partners and natural gas has the conditions to be the obvious energy choice, given its combination possibilities.
This bond is also very relevant to the future development of natural gas, as RE offers the opportunity to exploit the existing grid infrastructure, in a future where biogas and hydrogen will possibly be gradually mixed with natural gas.
The session aims to provide a picture of the current state-of-the-art as far as combinations are concerned (what solutions are available today?). It will discuss the present situation (what are the main factors that will drive the solutions for substitutes for natural gas in the future? How to integrate renewables with natural gas?), and intends to lead to a conclusion on the actions needed (barriers, standardisation, technical, markets, etc.). The session will include a presentation on State-of-the-Art for Natural Gas and Renewables, by Nuno Afonso Moreira, Portugal, and will be followed by a presentation of case studies on the following: • Bio-methane and transportation • Renewable and natural gas in Japan • Renewable and natural gas in Spain • Renewable and natural gas in Germany
To conclude, a panel moderated by Aksel Hauge Pedersen (who will be joined by other speakers), will debate the topic of this forum, focusing mainly on: • Transportation sector – combined use of natural gas and bio-methane, hydrogen etc. • Renewable gas (bio-methane, hydrogen, etc.) in the natural gas system • Utilisation of renewables as a substitute for natural gas
39 PGC A: Sustainable Development
J. Puertas IGU Committee Sessions V. Chair - Acting Chair
Committee Session A.1: Wednesday 7 October, 16.30 - 18.30:30
The Gas Industry Response to Climate Change
Chaired by: Juan Puertas, acting Chair for PGC A and Study Group leader, Spain
Objectives To examine the degree of implementation of IGU’s Guiding Principles on Sustainable Development and Climate Change, by the gas sector companies. The guidelines themselves will be reviewed, proposing changes wherever necessary, and intending to recommend a set of actions to promote their enforcement. The adjustments to this document to be debated throughout this session and will be submitted in the future to the IGU authorities for approval.
Content • Study Group report presentation by Juan Puertas, detailing the results from the consultation to the IGU Members on the degree of fulfi lment of the Guiding Principles for Sustainable Development and proposed amendments. • Presentation of the report on Best Practices in the Gas Industry, by Elbert Huijzer, Study Group leader, The Netherlands. • A selected group of speakers, moderated by Kari Lindøe Hunsbedt, PGC A Secretary, Norway, will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
40 Expert Fora
Expert Forum A.A: Wednesday 7 October, 09.45 - 11.45
Energy Effi ciency and Renewables
Chaired by: Jürgen Vorgang, Germany
Objectives Complementing the Strategic Panel on Sustainable Development included earlier in this Technical Programme, this forum will deal specifi cally on the energy effi ciency aspects in the gas sector.
A presentation of papers on environmental development and cooperation with renewables will complete the session, and a presentation by a representative of a combined cycle power plant manufacturer will be invited to talk about natural gas’ role on electricity generation from the viewpoint of effi ciency improvement and environmental benefi ts, in comparison with conventional power generation.
Expert Forum A.B: Thursday 8 October, 09.45 - 11.45
The Post-Kyoto Challenges of the Natural Gas Industry
Chaired by: Elbert Huijzer, The Netherlands
Objectives The objective is to analyse and draw conclusion on the realistic scenarios that can be expected in the post-Kyoto Protocol era, and the major challenges presented to the global gas industry.
The session will include a presentation of representatives from global institutions (World Bank, for example) who specialise in this topic, to submit their views on the evolution of the Clean Development Mechanisms (CDM) projects and how the post-Kyoto conditions may affect the gas sector.
Selected papers from contributors dealing with economic and social development and post-Kyoto Protocol will also be presented and discussed.
41 PGC B: Strategy, Economics and Regulation
P. Moraleda IGU Committee Sessions Chair
Committee Session B.1: Tuesday 6 October, 09.30 – 11.3030
Gas Supply and Demand to 2030
Chaired by: to be confi rmed
Objectives To analyse the main drivers of gas supply and demand by regions and demand segments, and provide an estimation of what the world gas market would look like by the year 2030. This will include the identifi cation of the new major global trends, and how they have affected the world energy scenarios predicted in the recent past.
Content • Study Group study presentation by Jaap Hoogaker, which will also explain the approach followed, detailing the several credited sources of information on future gas supply and demand estimations. The information obtained was challenged by the experts from producing and purchasing companies represented in the Study Group, and integrated in detailed estimations by countries and regions to assess a global fi gure. • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Committee Session B.2: Tuesday 6 October, 16.30 – 18.303
Gas Price Formation and Trends
Chaired by: Runar Tjersland, Norway
Objectives To discuss if there is a gas price formation formula that can contribute to a sustainable market growth by reducing price volatility and avoid long term demand destruction while granting producers the level of return adequate to the risk undertaken and thereby securing the continuity of investment.
Content • Study Group study presentation by Runar Tjersland, detailing the extensive survey conducted this triennium on existing gas price principles and formation models in different regions, their supporting rational, current trends, and possible evolution towards a single model. It will also include an evaluation of the possibilities for different models to coexist in the same market region. • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
42 Committee Session B.3: Thursday 8 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Regulation and Future Industry Structure
Chaired by: David Sweet, USA
Objectives Present the impact of the current and expected regulatory changes in the different stages of the gas value chain at medium and long term.
The assessment of the regulatory impact will be mainly focused on sensitive areas like the investment outlook, company structures, synergies between gas and electricity, etc.
Content • Study Group study presentation by David Sweet, opening with a detailed picture of the regulatory trends worldwide obtained from the input of the delegates distributed along all the global regions defi ned. • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Expert Fora
Expert Forum B.A: Wednesday 7 October, 09.45 - 11.45
Presentation and Discussion on Selected Papers
Objectives The forum will be divided into three sections, to debate the following topics with the contributors from the Call for Papers and the audience:
• Development of energy costs from 2010 to 2030 (chaired by Jaap Hoogakker) • The gas industry: commercial challenges and strategies (chaired by Margot Loudon) • Security of supply: regulation, economics and market (chaired by Jayesh Parmer)
Expert Forum B.B: Thursday 8 October, 09.45 - 11.45
Presentation and Discussion on Selected Papers
Objectives The forum will be divided into three sections, to debate the following topics with the contributors from the Call for Papers and the audience:
• Price elasticity of gas demand (chaired by Meg Tsuda) • Sustainability of multiple systems in an integrated market (chaired by Ottar Skagen) • The future rational of linking gas prices to oil prices in long term contracts (chaired by Mike Fulwood)
43 PGC C: Developing Markets
F. Amin IGU Committee Sessions Chair
Committee Session C.1: Tuesday 6 October, 09.30 – 11.3030
Developing Gas Markets in South, West and Central Asia
Chaired by: Farid M. Amin, PGC C Chair, Malaysia
Objectives South, West and Central Asia pose a huge growth potential in the regional gas markets, driven by the projected internal demand growth (especially in South Asia) vis-à-vis large supplying resources, notably in Iran and Central Asia. A number of potential long-distance pipeline projects have already been proposed, aimed at connecting these supplies to the major demand centres, but their timely realisation has been subjected to ongoing geo-political dynamics. Further, there is also a growing interest in LNG as a conduit to promote gas market integration. Also, the region’s gas resources are being actively sought by other gas markets, driven by an equally ambitious infrastructure development programme that could create competitive fl ows of gas-to-markets outside the region.
In light of these developments, how are geo-political factors likely to develop and shape the regional gas trade and markets? What implications would they have for investment in the gas supply/demand chain and infrastructure? In what terms is LNG an attractive supply option to enhance the development of gas market integration? What are the strategic options available to governments and the industry to develop, expand and integrate the region’s gas markets, as well as to ensure security and reliability of supply?
Content • Study Group report presentation by Nadeem Shahryar, Study Group leader, Pakistan, under the title Study Report on the International Gas Pipelines - Impacts in Economic Development. • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Committee Session C.2: Thursday 8 October, 09.45 – 11.45
Developing Gas Markets in South America (from a more integrated perspective)
Chaired by: Henyo Barretto, Brazil
Objectives The goal of enhancing energy security and reliability through closer integration of energy infrastructure and markets in South America has long been promoted through time by diverse stakeholders. Notwithstanding the individual initiatives during the last decade, real market integration is far from established. Fresh concerns have in recent years surfaced over the security of gas supply arising from the geo-political and social situation in a number of key gas-exporting countries that include “energy nationalism”, as well as the security of demand, threatened by persistently high gas prices.
44 It is generally recognised that there needs to be adequate policies, institutions and tools to provide the necessary foundations to support deeper gas market integration, but how can this be translated into an acceptable and workable programme for regional co-operation? What changes to government policies and regulations are required? How can the industry make an effective case to persuade policymakers of the benefi ts of integration instead of regarding it as a source of external vulnerability? – or will true market integration prove to be an elusive aspiration?
Content • Study Group report presentation by Antonio Luiz Fernandes dos Santos, Vice Chair PGC C & Study Group leader, Brazil, under the title Study Report on the Prospects of Gas Market Integration – Impact on Economic and Social Development. • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Committee Session C.3: Thursday 8 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Developing Gas Markets in South Eastern Europe
Chaired by: Gi-Chul Jung, Korea
Objectives Attention to South Eastern Europe has traditionally been focused solely as an energy corridor, linking the huge gas market of Western Europe to potential gas suppliers in the Caspian region and Middle East. However, the region is increasingly turning into a signifi cant gas market in its own right. With the region’s ratifi cation of the Energy Community South East Europe (ECSEE) Treaty in late 2005, what are the prospects of creating a stable, EU-compatible regulatory and market framework capable of attracting investment in energy systems? Will this be suffi cient to ensure access to the stable and continuous gas and electricity supply that is essential for economic development and social stability for all countries in the region?
Content • Study Group report presentation by Robert Bošnjak, Study Group leader, Croatia, under the title Study Report on the Prospects of Gas Market Integration – Impact on Economic and Social Development • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
45 Expert Fora
Expert Forum C.A: Tuesday 6 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Future Impact of Geo-politics and Globalisation in Sustainable Gas Supply and Trade
Chaired by: Nadeem Shahryar, Study Group leader, Pakistan
Objectives Speakers will be invited to provide views and analyses of impact from geo-political issues that include resource nationalism, accessibility to gas resources on security and other topics related to the sustainability of future gas supply including, for example, the extent of new LNG capacity scheduled to come on-stream, that will bring about facilitation of LNG trade globally.
Expert Forum C.B: Wednesday 7 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Developing Natural Gas Markets: How Issues Including Security of Supply, Alternative Fuels, Pricing and Technological Improvements Interact for a Sustainable Development
Chaired by: Antonio Luiz Fernandes dos Santos, Vice Chair PGC C and Study Group leader, Brazil
Objectives Speakers will be invited to provide views and analyses of strategic options to develop natural gas markets taking into consideration the interaction of various key drivers that include purchasing power, availability of secured gas supply, competition of alternative fuels, gas pricing and technological improvement.
Speakers will also be invited to present their views and analyses on how regulators and multi-lateral agencies including the NOCs and IOCs can play more effective roles to facilitate the development and growth of gas markets, particularly in developing countries where gas markets are mostly still at an early stage, such as some countries of Asia, Africa and South America.
46 PGC D: Liquefi ed Natural Gas
S. Uchino IGU Committee Sessions Chair
Committee Session D.1: Tuesday 6 October, 09.30 – 11.30
LNG Quality
Chaired by: Martin Josten, Study Group leader, United Kingdom
Objectives LNG is increasingly becoming a globally traded commodity. However, its history of dedicated regional trades and more recent substitution of pipeline gas have left a legacy of varying consumer specifi cations. The challenge for the industry is to match supply quality with transportation system regulations and end-user requirements. This session will explore related issues, with a report by the Study Group in Programme Committee D and a selection of orally presented papers by industry specialists.
Content • Study Group report presentation on LNG Quality and Inter-changeability, by Stephen Hull, United Kingdom • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Committee Session D.2: Wednesday 7 October, 09.45 – 11.45
Economic Aspects in the LNG Industry
Chaired by: Bo-Young Kim, Study Group leader, Korea
Objectives The objective of this session is to debate the critical considerations to undertake for the sound growth of a tight and competitive LNG market. Issues like LNG contractual clauses and other topics that can support the need for increasing fl exibility will be included in the agenda. Different views and different perspectives will be presented, where we expect creative ideas and opinions on the topic of reference. The discussion will focus on the necessity of change in LNG contracts as well as different perspectives on transaction, supply and demand, emerging markets, globalisation and competition with other energies.
Content • Study Group report presentation, by Alaa Abujbara, Vice Chair for PGC D, Qatar, and Bo-Young Kim • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
47 Committee Session D.3: Thursday 8 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Creative Solutions for New LNG Facilities
Chaired by: Rob Klein Nagelvoort, The Netherlands
Objectives New LNG projects will fi nd it increasingly hard to meet the key criteria of profi tability and public acceptability for several issues. Indeed, LNG plants are likely to be placed in more remote locations, involve more diffi cult gases, or will lack the economy of scale we have seen before – and they will be challenged by high construction costs. LNG terminals are subject to increasing public opposition, and schemes may have to include new ways of providing buffer capacity in markets with large variations.
This session will explore various creative solutions all through the LNG value chain, to face these challenges.
Content • Study Group report presentation by Rob Klein Nagelvoort, on Creative Solutions for New LNG Facilities, which will explore various alternatives such as new on-shore and off-shore technologies, and different construction approaches that can address these issues and provide some promising ideas and guidance. • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
Expert Fora
Expert Forum D.A: Tuesday 6 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Construction, Operation and Maintenance Know-how in LNG Facilities
Chaired by: Seiichi Uchino, PGC D Chair, Japan
Objectives Despite the construction cost increases and other challenges, many LNG projects are currently ongoing, adding to the over 30 LNG liquefaction plants and 50 LNG reception terminals currently in operation. In a similar way more than 250 LNG vessels are in operation, and many new vessels are now under construction.
In this forum, we will discuss new technologies related to design, construction, operation and maintenance on existing LNG reception terminals, LNG liquefaction plants, and LNG vessels.
Expert Forum D.B: Wednesday 7 October, 16.30 – 18.30
Hot Topics of LNG
Chaired by: Luis Gorospe, Spain; Jean-Yves Capelle, France; Ben Ho, USA; Luc Sabbe, Belgium
Objectives During this session we intend to display a selection of posters to promote an active interaction between the audience and the contributors, on more specialised issues across the very broad range of engineering and technology used in the design, operation and maintenance of LNG facilities.
48 Task Force Gas Market Integration
J. Doumanian IGU Committee Sessions Chair
Committee Session TF GMI: Thursday 8 October, 09.45 – 11.45
Guiding Principles for Gas Market Integration
Chaired by: Jorge Doumanian, TF GMI Chair, Argentina
Objectives In line with IGU’s objective of fostering a healthy business environment within the industry, and a constructive dialogue spirit with governments and regulators, our ambition is that these Guiding Principles for Gas Market Integration will provide IGU with the necessary tools to encourage gas market integration as a means to promote economic growth, social development and sustainability.
Content • Study report presentation by Task Force members • A selected group of speakers will be invited to address some of the related topics, and time will be allocated for a constructive debate with the audience.
M. Florette Task Force Research and Development Chair
Strategic Panel on Innovation and New Technologies for Increasing Gas Competitiveness
Chaired by: M. Florette, TF R&D Chair, France
During the 2006 - 2009 triennium, the Task Force of Research and Development has focused on how R&D will shape the 21st century gas companies, as well as on supporting the preparation of the International Gas Union Research Conference (IGRC), in October 2008. They will be in charge of the Strategic Panel on Innovation and New Technologies for Increasing Gas Competitiveness, on Wednesday 7 October, 14.30 – 16.00. Please refer to the Strategic Panels section.
M. Hall IGM: IGU Gas Marketing Chair
Strategic Panel on Marketing Natural Gas in a Demanding Environment
Chaired by: M. Hall, IGM Chair, Germany
At the start of this triennium the former InterGas Marketing organisation came under the auspices of IGU, under its new name IGU Gas Marketing (IGM), contributing to the technical programme on the following topics:
• Natural gas and renewables • How can marketing contribute to promote natural gas in new areas and new technologies?
The fi ndings of these studies and further debate will take place during their Strategic Panel on Marketing Natural Gas in a Demanding Environment, on Friday 9 October, 09.45 – 11.45. Please refer to the Strategic Panels section.
49 WGC2009 Exhibition
The 24th World Gas Exhibition continues to be in heavy demand with the initial space already 100% sold to exhibitors from all over the world.
In response to the increasing demand, the Organising Committee is delighted to announce that it has added a further 5500 square metres of exhibition space to allow even more companies to join this outstanding event. An impressive temporary structure will be placed near the Committee Sessions increasing the fl ow between the luncheon rooms and the plenary sessions and making the World Gas Conference the largest event of its kind.
Now is the time to secure one of these stands for your company. For priority assistance please contact Rob Percival on Tel: +44 20 7978 0078 or email: [email protected]
50 List of Exhibitors
The 24th World Gas Exhibitors from around the world (correct as at 20 August, 2008)
25th World Gas Conference Gazprom Pietro Fiorentini SpA Ackron GDF Suez PIRA Actaris GE Plasson Ltd AFG Geco System Spa Plast Italia Spa Apator Metrix S.A. GeoFields, Inc. Pluspetrol S.A. Applus Global Thermoelectric Polytec Co. Ltd Argus Gorter Controls Promigas Atmos International Ltd Government of Alberta PSI AG Beijing DongFang RuiJin HAK Qatar Petroleum BG Group Heath Consultants Inc. Rafael G.Albanesi S.A. Blue Jetty Heren Ravesta SAIC Bluewater Hermann Sewerin Gmbh RMA Pipeline Equipment BNF Engineering Pte Ltd IAPG Romet BP Plc IBP Rosen Europe B.V. Brass LNG IGRC RWE Bruno Schillig S.A. IHS Salzgitter Mannesmann Line Pipe GmbH BW Technologies by Honeywell iMeter Samtech Gas Canusa - CPS Industrias 9 de Julio SBM Offshore N.V. Capstone Turbine Corporation Industrias Arcat S.A. Schuetz GmbH CGC Industrias Delgado S.A. Sensit Technologies Chart Energy & Chemicals, Inc Industrias EPTA SRL Shell Gas & Power International Cheniere Energy, Inc. Inelectra SIAM-Arcon Chevron Global Gas Institution of Gas Engineers & Managers SICK Maihak GmbH China National Offshore Oil Corporation Instrument Flow Technology Siemens China National Petroleum Corporation International Gas Union Skanska Chuchu Decayeux Klinger Society of British Gas Industries Common S.A. Linde AG Sonatrach Distribuidora de Gas del Centro S.A. LNG 16 StatoilHydro DMG LNG Journal Technolog DONG Energy LNG Unlimited Tecna Estudios y Proyectos de Ingeniería S.A. Dresser Natural Gas Solutions McElroy Manufacturing, Inc Tecnicas Reunidas Ecogas Mercury Instruments Tecpetrol S.A. EconGas Gmbh MetroGAS Tenaris Elgas Mokveld Tex Argentina Elster - Instromet Production Gmbh Muller Co Tormene Americana S.A. Emerson Argentina Nacap Total Austral S.A. Energia & Soluciones S.A. National Iranian Gas Company (NIGC) Transportadora de Gas del Norte S.A. ENI Nirmal Industrial Controls Pvt Transportadora de Gas del Sur S.A. ENOD SRL NMI Turbodina SAIC Estrella Servicios Petroleros Nord Stream AG Tyco Flow Control Argentina Estudio Tecnico Doma S.A. Novatek JSC Valvulas Worcester de Argentina S.A. Eustream A.S. Odebrecht S.A. Veolia Water Solutions ExxonMobil OMAN LNG Vetek S.A. Favra OMV AG Vopak Flargent Pan American Energy Wartsila Finland Oy Gas Natural Ban S.A. Patagonia Bioenergia S.A. Wellstream International Ltd Gas Technology Institute PETROBRAS Wingas Gascat Petrogreen World Energy Congress Gasterra Petroleum Economist Yemen LNG Gasunie Petronas YPF S.A. Gaz System PGNIG
51 Social Programme
MONDAY 5 OCTOBER 2009
Opening Ceremony at the Luna Park Stadium
Don’t miss the Opening Ceremony at the legendary Luna Park...
The Luna Park is located in the heart of the city near Puerto Madero. It is known for hosting sporting events (mainly boxing) and music concerts. It was inaugurated in1931, the same year as the creation of the International Gas Union (IGU) and has hosted countless internationally famous personalities, including Pope John Paul II, Julio Iglesias, Frank Sinatra, Luciano Pavarotti, Oasis, and many more. It is also famous for being the place where Eva Duarte (Evita) and Juan Peron fi rst met.
Expect more than just speeches in this grand ceremony that combines formality with performances from Argentine artists.
Following the Opening Ceremony, transportation will be provided to take you to the Gala Dinner at the nearby Hilton Hotel.
Gala Dinner at the Hilton Hotel
Join other delegates and accompanying persons at the Gala Dinner held at the Hilton Hotel. This will be your fi rst social opportunity to meet your peers, network and be entertained! The Gala Dinner is being held in the Hilton Hotel which is renowned for its contemporary design and style. The hotel is situated on the riverfront, downtown in Puerto Madero.
At the end of the dinner, transportation will be provided to take you back to the main city centre hotels.
Dress code: Business attire
FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER 2009
Closing Ceremony at La Rural Conference and Exhibition Centre
The Closing Ceremony will be a great opportunity to come together with the other participants to celebrate what will be an extremely topical, useful, successful and fun 24th World Gas Conference. Join other participants at the Farewell Party immediately after.
Farewell Party at Opera Pampa (La Rural)
Participants and accompanying persons are invited to a Farewell Party at La Rural. The evening will start with the Opera Pampa show, illustrating the history of Argentina through a unique performance where the beginning of a nation and its traditions are displayed like never before. A dazzling spectacle exclusively organised to celebrate the 24th World Gas Conference will bring together magic and epic history. Opera Pampa demonstrates the epic adventure of the Gauchos and their traditions since the arrival of the horse in the Americas through to the declaration of Argentina´s independence. Then we invite you to a cocktail where you will have the opportunity to catch up with friends and colleagues while trying the famous, exquisite meats of the Argentine Pampas, roasted using traditional Gaucho methods.
The show will be a great memory of your visit to Buenos Aires. Dress code: Smart casual
52 Technical Visits
Technical Visits will be available through the website www.wgc2009.com from 1 February, 2009 General Cerri Complex – Mega S.A. Facilities
A one and a half day visit to the most important natural gas treatment complex in Argentina. The complex is located in the south of the province of Buenos Aires, about 900 km from the city centre.
This natural gas treatment complex is made up of two large facilities. One is owned and operated by Transportadora de Gas del Sur (TGS) and comprises a liquid natural gas separation plant, a liquid gas fractionating plant, two large LPG storage centres, and port facilities to export LPG by ship and to transport it by trucks and pipes. The other is owned and operated by Mega S.A. and comprises a liquid natural gas fractionating plant, which is supplied by a 600km long pipeline, originating from the company’s own gas separation plant, which is located close to the city of Neuquén. This fractionating plant has cryogenic storage cylinders and port facilities for exporting LPG.
The complex is supplied by three main gas pipelines that connect the country’s Southern and Western basins. Adjacent to these plants is the petrochemical centre of Bahía Blanca, integrated by a connected network of plants that treat ethane at its different stages and produce fertilisers from natural gas. Natural Gas Peak Shaving Plant
Half day visit to the Peak Shaving plant, owned and operated by the distributor Gas Natural BAN and strategically located in Gral. Rodríguez, 60 km from Buenos Aires.
This plant was built in 1994 to satisfy seasonal peak consumption needs. It has a capacity of 25 million m3 of natural gas storage and 200 000 m3/hour of injection fl ow.
The plant is of vital importance for the natural gas distribution system balance in the Greater Buenos Aires region during winter consumption peaks.
Estrella Servicios Petroleros NMI Transportadora de Gas del Sur S.A. Estudio Tecnico Doma S.A. Nord Stream AG Turbodina SAIC Eustream A.S. Novatek JSC Tyco Flow Control Argentina ExxonMobil Odebrecht S.A. Valvulas Worcester de Argentina S.A.
53 Buenos Aires Excursions
Here is some information on different local attractions, which you may wish to visit during your stay in Buenos Aires
Reservations will be available through the website www.wgc2009.com from 1 February, 2009. For enquiries, please contact [email protected].
Buenos Aires City Tour
This tour is included in the Delegates and Accompanying Persons fee, available on Saturday 3, Sunday 4, Monday 5 or Tuesday 6 October. Tours will be handled on a fi rst- come fi rst-served basis.
Buenos Aires is a city rich in history, architecture and culture. On this tour you will gain a deep and enjoyable understanding of this ever-changing city of contrast, from its founding to its current day. Buenos Aires is undoubtedly the Latin American city that best resembles the cosmopolitan and aristocratic atmosphere of the big European capitals. But beneath the surface of this grand Buenos Aires, you will also fi nd a different character, one that delights in its small colourful houses of La Boca (the old port and one of the oldest districts of Buenos Aires), and the popular Tango that lives in the streets of San Telmo (an area full of history, housing many antiques shops and a fl ea market). This is the blend that makes Buenos Aires an original and irresistible metropolis. Marvel at the city’s highlights, from history to culture and everything in between: its historic development, the immigration process from Europe, the cultural attractions (football, Tango music and dance) and the architectural heritage, all key features of Argentine society.
San Telmo & La Boca
San Telmo is one of the oldest parts of the city with renovated colonial houses, where artists and artisans live. You will fi nd many tango dance halls in this area, and the picturesque Antique Fair of San Pedro Telmo is held every Sunday at the Plaza Dorrego.
La Boca is the district where the fi rst Genoese immigrants settled. Stroll down Caminito street and pass “La Bombonera” football stadium – home to Boca Juniors Football Club.
Tango, football, popular culture, and the extensive migration from Europe are the main highlights of these original areas of Buenos Aires, which hold a very special charm. The ancient “conventillos” (tenement houses) in the artists’ quarter of San Telmo, as well as the port, all combine to make these truly fascinating and popular neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires.
54 A Day at an “Estancia”
Take a peek at the Argentine country, the land of the “criollo” horse, to truly experience the history of the Pampas and the “Gauchos’” traditions.
Take part in an authentic Gaucho festival with traditional folk-dancing and songs. Visit the workshops of some of the local artisans to see how they craft their goods (in leather, silver and textiles). Spend the day walking in beautiful gardens, or ride a horse to really get the feel of the Gaucho way of life. Witness the rural activities of country life or peacefully spend some time bird-watching. A fun reception and traditional lunch will await you, where you can try the famous “empanadas” (meat pasties), traditional “asado” (barbeque) and excellent Argentine wine. Spend the rest of the day contemplating this rural life and the impressive skills of the famous Gauchos. Before returning to Buenos Aires, enjoy a tea or coffee or taste the traditional “mate” (a bitter herbal tea) with homemade cakes and typical Argentine bakery delights to prepare you for the return journey.
Tigre, Delta & San Isidro
In the northern suburbs of Buenos Aires there are several places that provide both enjoyment and a peaceful atmosphere.
Ancient “quintas” (country houses) and modern residences co-exist in San Isidro, one of the oldest towns around Buenos Aires. Visit the Quinta Pueyrredón, one of the best examples of 19th century estates still standing.
Tigre is the starting point to visit hundreds of islands forming up the Paraná River Delta at the mouth of Río de la Plata (River Plate), where lots of residences, hostels and sports clubs are located. Experience a visit to the “Puerto de Frutos” (fruit market) and take a boat trip through the lush rivers, winding among the innumerable islands with their magnifi cent vegetation.
Art in Buenos Aires
The city has important museums as well as numerous cultural centres and art galleries. The city attracts international attention and acts as a platform for promoting the art of Latin America. Be led by art historians of the University of Buenos Aires to experience a selection of the best art collections of the city. Visit the new and magnifi cent Museum of Latin American Modern and Contemporary Art (MALBA), the home of some stunning recreations of Pan-Latin American culture. Then visit the celebrated Fine Arts National Museum and wander through a gallery where you can view fi rst-hand the latest aesthetic challenges in contemporary art.
55 Tours around Argentina
Reservations will be available through the website www.wgc2009.com from 1 February, 2009. For enquiries, please contact [email protected].
Península Valdés
The Peninsula Valdés concentrates a spectacular concentration of species of marine fauna. This peninsula, located 1400km to the south of Buenos Aires, projects into the sea forming two gulfs of sheltered waters, and it is a meeting point for the Southern Right Whales, which arrive here to complete their breeding cycle between June and December.
Along the coast there are also many sea lion colonies and a rich variety of birds, while the rest of the peninsula is teeming with other animals such as “ñandúes” (the South American version of the ostrich), “maras” (Patagonian hares) and “guanacos” (a kind of llama). The Isla de los Pájaros reserve holds thousands of sea birds (cormorants, gulls, terns, herons) while in Punta Pirámide you can fi nd a colony of breeding seals, or take a boat ride to go whale-watching. Punta Delgada provides a shelter to seals and sea elephants, and Caleta Valdés, a narrow promontory separating the open sea from a marine lagoon, is inhabited by seals, sea elephants, and Magellan penguins.
The trip from the Punta Tombo penguin rockery to Puerto Rawson, where you can watch “toninas overas” (one of the smallest but fastest species of dolphin in the world), is highly recommended. From here you can go on to Gaiman, where you can treat yourself to a typical Welsh tea, a tradition that still holds from the times of the colonies.
Bariloche & La Angostura
Located on the shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi, within the largest Argentine National Park, the town of Bariloche is one of the most beautiful mountain resorts in the country. It is famous for its lakes, its forests and its mountain ranges, forming a unique South American ecological area. San Carlos de Bariloche is a city with a traditional alpine village style: wooden houses and steeply sloped rooftops.
Villa La Angostura runs along the north-eastern shore of the Nahuel Huapi within two national parks: Los Arrayanes and Nahuel Huapi. The walk along the Quetrihué Peninsula, one of the greatest local attractions, leads to Los Arrayanes forest which contains huge old trees of more than 20 metres high.
Villa La Angostura is a small town established during the 19th century, surrounded by the lower slopes of the Bayo, Inacayal and Belvedere mountains. It is an ideal place for hiking or mountain biking to discover the local nature and the history of the area. It also offers excellent conditions for nautical activities, such as wind-surfi ng and sailing.
56 Mendoza
Mendoza is not only the capital of the province holding the same name, but is also the centre of the wine industry in Argentina. Located around 1000km to the west of Buenos Aires and less than 100km to the east of the highest section of the snow-capped Andean cordillera, this friendly city provides an array of activities including wine tours, hiking and rafting, to mention a few.
The glaciers of the Andes Mountains supply the water which irrigates the fruit orchards and vineyards where the famous Argentine wines are made. The region displays the full splendour of the Central Andean Range. The Aconcagua (6959m) is the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere, and its steep slopes are renowned and respected by mountain climbers from all over the world. In the valleys of Mendoza, among leaves of grapevines, farms and wineries, visitors can travel along the Wine Road, an attraction of international recognition.
Iguazú Falls
This is a region of large rivers, humid tropics, red earth, and magnifi cent forest, a virgin forest full of huge trees and extraordinary fl ora and fauna. Estrella Servicios Petroleros NMI Transportadora de Gas del Sur S.A. Estudio Tecnico Doma S.A. Nord Stream AG Turbodina SAIC Situated in the Iguazú National Park, the Iguazú Falls (meaning ‘Big Waters’ in the native language of the area) are one of the most Eustream A.S. Novatek JSC Tyco Flow Control Argentina spectacular waterfalls in the world. A breathtaking sight: 275 individual cascades plunge over 90m into the river below. The falls stretch over 3km and across 3 countries. Their semi-circular formation creates a natural amphitheatre in which a truly amazing and ceaseless spectacle is played out before your eyes. Paths, stairways, bridges and balconies ensure visitors are treated to an unforgettable up-close experience of this unique spectacle.
The falls are surrounded by tropical jungle, which is home to more than 2000 species of plants, 400 species of birds, monkeys, tapirs, and alligators to name but a few.
57 Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego National Park
Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, extends along the shore of the Beagle Channel and boasts a world-class backdrop of spectacular 1500m peaks; the last of the Andean mountain range. Exciting hiking, trekking, skiing and boat trips can be arranged in this area.
Take a visit to its World’s End and Maritime museums – an old prison – and enjoy its natural surroundings.
A small train takes you to the gates of the Tierra del Fuego National Park, inhabited by diverse fl ora and fauna species. The park is home to red foxes, guanacos, beavers, and condors. And if you take a tour along the Beagle Channel, you will see seals, Magellanic penguins, and cormorants. Tierra del Fuego offers plenty of natural beauty: scenic glaciers, lush forests, astounding mountains, clear waterways and a dramatic sea coast.
Calafate and Perito Moreno Glacier
Something you cannot miss during your visit to Argentina is the imposing Perito Moreno glacier, which together with another twelve glaciers, makes up the biggest sliding mass of ice and snow of Los Glaciares National Park. This 5km wide glacier, which stands 60m high above Lake Argentino, advances relentlessly throughout the year, while ice towers detach from the glacier and plunge and crash noisily into the water forming small icebergs.
Perito Moreno glacier can be reached from El Calafate by sailing across Lake Argentino, which is South America’s third largest lake. Among white and blue icebergs, you will see the 50km long Upsala glacier.
Trekking and climbing on the breathtaking ancient blocks of ice is also an exciting activity for any dare-devils.
58 Salta & Jujuy
Salta is the historic capital of one of Argentina’s largest and most beautiful provinces. The Northern provinces feature traces of pre-Columbian cultures, mingled with ruins of natives’ villages, as well as forts and constructions dating back to the time of the Conquest and Colonisation. It is a region of ochre deserts, charcoal-grey lava-fl ows, blindingly white salt fl ats, sooty black volcano cones, lush citrus groves, emerald-green sugar plantations, and impenetrable jungles.
Time seems to stand still in the high plateau of the Puna, a land full of mountain ranges, steep mountain paths, and gorges. Villages have been built in the small valleys, with multi-coloured and monochromatic hills covered with huge cacti on the surrounding slopes.
This region offers landscapes full of contrast for tourists to enjoy, from the high peaks to the plains, the salt pans, and the subtropical rain forests, where Latin American culture took root.
Known worldwide for its magnifi cent natural sceneries, this area gives travellers the possibility to date back to the times of colonisation. Tapestries, textiles woven in fi ne threads, sheep, llama or alpaca wool ponchos, gold and silver goods, and baskets made from plant fi bres are some of the typical crafts that can be purchased in the area.
59 Registration
Every participant, including accompanying persons, must be registered in order to attend the Conference.
Registration will be available via the website www.wgc2009.com from 1 February, 2009. Due to limited capacity at the Conference venue, we recommend that you register as soon as possible, after this date.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Regular Delegates • Admission to all Conference sessions • Conference documentation and delegate pack • Opening Ceremony and Gala Dinner • Closing Ceremony and Farewell Party • Admission to the Exhibition • Coffee Breaks • Internet Access • The Buenos Aires City Tour on Saturday 3, Sunday 4, Monday 5 or Tuesday 6 October, 2009 Tours will be handled on a fi rst-come fi rst-served basis.
Please note that there is an additional charge should Delegates wish to attend the luncheons. Please refer to the on-line registration form to register.
Accompanying Persons • Documentation for accompanying persons • Opening Ceremony and Gala Dinner • Closing Ceremony and Farewell Party • Admission to the Exhibition • The Buenos Aires City Tour on Saturday 3, Sunday 4, Monday 5 or Tuesday 6 October, 2009 Tours will be handled on a fi rst-come fi rst-served basis.
HOW TO REGISTER
Registration will be available via the website www.wgc2009.com from 1 February, 2009.
On-line The easiest way to register for the 24th World Gas Conference is on-line. Please visit the website: www.wgc2009.com and then click into the registration link where you will be able to complete all your details.
Registration form Another way to register is by completing the registration form which you can download from the website www.wgc2009.com and return it by e-mail or fax to the WGC2009 Registration Secretariat before 11 September, 2009.
WGC2009 Registration Secretariat PO BOX 73 - C1084ZAA Buenos Aires Argentina Phone: +54 11 5252 9801 Fax +54 11 4813 0073 E-mail: [email protected] http://www.wgc2009.com
60 PAYMENT
All registration fees are payable in US Dollars (USD). Accepted payment methods are listed below.
Option 1: Credit Card Please complete your credit card details on the on-line registration form. Accepted credit cards: American Express, Master/Euro Card and Visa.
Option 2: Bank Transfer Bank transfers must be received prior to 1 September, 2009 and will be subject to a USD 50 administration fee per registration. A copy of the bank transfer document must be sent by fax or e-mail stating the Conference and the delegate’s forename and last name. The Conference organisers must receive the registration amount in full, free from issuing and receiving bank charges. Otherwise any difference in amounts will be charged on-site. For bank instructions, contact the WGC2009 Registration Secretariat: [email protected] Important notice: Please do not send cash or other valuables by post or courier. The Conference organisers accept no liability for registration payment lost in the mail.
FEES The following registration fees apply (inclusive of 21% VAT):
Early Registration Regular Registration Fee Category Before 31 May, 2009 1 June – 11 September, 2009 and on-site
Regular Delegate USD 2200 USD 2700 Accompanying Persons USD 500 Luncheon Sessions USD 120
REGISTRATION KEY DATES
1 February Registration will be available on the conference webpage 31 May Deadline for Early Registration Fee 5 August Deadline for Registration Cancellation 1 September Deadline for Bank Transfer Payment 11 September Deadline for Pre-Registration
CANCELLATION TERMS
The deadline for cancellation of registration is 5 August, 2009. Should you wish to cancel your registration, you must notify in writing the WGC2009 Registration Secretariat before this date. Cancellations will incur an administration fee of USD 250. Refunds will be reimbursed 60 days after the end of the event. No refunds will be made for registrations received after 6 August, 2009.
IMPORTANT Registration forms received without respective payment will not be confi rmed until the payment is received. For administrative reasons registration forms received after 11 September, 2009 will not be processed. After this date, delegates will have to register on-site during the offi cial registration opening hours.
61 Hotel Accommodation
ICS Congresos Internacionales
ICS Congresos Internacionales has been appointed as the offi cial accommodation agent for the 24th World Gas Conference 2009.
ICS Congresos Internacionales S.A. PO BOX 73 – C1084ZAA Buenos Aires Argentina Phone: +54 11 5252 9801 Fax: +54 11 4813 0073 E-mail: [email protected] Selection of hotels
In close consultation with the WGC2009 Secretariat, ICS Congresos Internacionales has made a wide selection of hotels in Buenos Aires in 5 and 4 star categories. 3 star-hotels will be added later, please consult the Conference website. ICS Congresos Internacionales offers hotels in the city centre as well as others in the most prestigious, safe and distinguished districts like Puerto Madero, Recoleta and Retiro.
As demand for hotel rooms will be high during the 24th World Gas Conference, we suggest that you make your reservation with ICS Congresos Internacionales as soon as possible, once bookings open on 1 February, 2009.
World Gas Conference on-line bookings
The hotels information and on-line reservations will be available on the WGC2009 website www.wgc2009.com from 1 February, 2009.
Special hotel rates
As ICS Congresos Internacionales handles hotel reservations for many events in Buenos Aires throughout the year, they are able to offer you the best available hotel rates for the 24th World Gas Conference.
Individual Reservations for up to 9 rooms can be made through the fully-secured hotel website. A direct confi rmation will be sent by e-mail. If you prefer to make your reservation offl ine, please download the reservation form and send it by e-mail or fax. All individual reservations require a guarantee with a valid credit card. The payment will be settled at the hotel upon check-out.
Group Reservations for 10 rooms and over can only be made by special request. Please choose your preferred hotel and send your exact request: number of rooms, arrival and departure dates, room type (single or double), and all further information you consider important in your hotel selection. A tailor-made offer will be sent to you following the receipt of your request. Once agreed, you will be sent the corresponding written agreement.
62 Payment conditions
Individual Reservations All individual reservations require a guarantee with a valid credit card. The payment of your stay will be settled at the hotel upon check-out.
Group Reservations 30% of the total value of nights requested should be paid when signing the contract. Out of the total amount, a 20% deposit is requested on 4 March, 2009. Out of the total amount, a 30% deposit is requested on 6 May, 2009. Out of the total amount, a 20% deposit (Balance Due) is requested on 8 July, 2009.
Rooming-list (for Group Reservations only)
The rooming-list must be entered into the link that ICS Congresos Internacionales will provide you. The fi nal rooming-list must be fully completed before 1 August, 2009.
Changes
After 1 August, 2009 modifi cations (check-in, check-out, room type, or name changes) will not be accepted. Otherwise, USD 30 will be charged per modifi cation.
Cancellation Conditions
Individual Reservations Until 6 July, 2009 written cancellations will have no charge. From 7 July until 5 August, 2009 all written cancellations will have 1 night charge as penalty. From 6 August until 4 September, 2009 all written cancellations will have 2 nights charge as penalty. After 4 September, 2009 no reimbursement will be issued for cancellations.
Group Reservations
Until 15 January, 2009 Out of the nights requested, 95% can be cancelled without penalty. For cancellations that are over the above mentioned percentage ICS Congresos Internacionales will invoice 5% out of the total as penalty.
Until 15 May, 2009 Out of the nights requested 70% can be cancelled without penalty. For cancellations that are over the above mentioned percentage ICS Congresos Internacionales will invoice 30% out of the total as penalty.
Until 15 July, 2009 Out of the nights requested 30% can be cancelled without penalty. For cancellations that are over the above mentioned percentage ICS Congresos Internacionales will invoice 70% out of the total as penalty.
After 15 July, 2009 No reimbursements will be issued for cancellations received as from 15 July, 2009.
Any reimbursement that may apply will only be forwarded 60 days after the Conference.
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All quoted rates are per room, per night and in US dollars, excluding VAT at 21%.
LOCATION DESCRIPTIONS City Centre: Downtown, located approximately 25 minutes by taxi to the venue. Recoleta: Elegant and distinguished district, located approximately 15 minutes by taxi to the venue. Retiro: Located between the City Centre and Recoleta, approximately 20 minutes by taxi to the venue. Puerto Madero: The newest and most modern district, located approximately 30 minutes by taxi to the venue.
In case your preferred hotel, category or room type is not listed, please contact [email protected]
Aside from the above listed hotels, WGC2009 also has contacts with other hotels in Buenos Aires and can assist you in making alternative hotel reservations.
65 Map of Hotel Locations
References: 5* Luxury Hotels 5* Hotels
1 Four Seasons Posadas 1086 3 Claridge Tucumán 535 2 Sheraton Park Tower San Martín 1225/1275 4 Emperador Av. Libertador 420 5 Hilton Buenos Aires Av. Macacha Güemes 351 6 Madero by Sofi tel Rosario Vera Peñaloza 360 7 Marriott Plaza Florida 1005 8 NH City Hotel & Tower Bolivar 160 9 Panamericano Carlos Pellegrini 551 2 Sheraton Buenos Aires San Martín 1225/1275 10 Sheraton Libertador Av. Córdoba 690
66 References: 4* Hotels
A Amerian Buenos Aires Park Reconquista 699 K Holiday Inn Puerto Madero L.N. Alem 770 B Argenta Tower Hotel & Suites Juncal 868 L Howard Johnson Florida Florida 944 C Art Hotel Azcuénaga 1268 M Howard Johnson Recoleta M.T. de Alvear 1368 D Broadway Hotel & Suites Av. Corrientes 1173 N NH Crillon Av. Santa Fe 796 E Dazzler Tower San Martín 920 O NH Florida San Martín 839 F Design Suite Marcelo T. de Alvear 1683 P NH Jousten Av. Corrientes 280 G El Conquistador Suipacha 948 Q NH Lancaster Av. Córdoba 405 H Esplendor San Martín 780 R NH Latino Suipacha 309 J Golden Tulip Savoy Callao 181
67 General Information - Conference
Access to the Conference
Participants and accompanying persons are requested to wear their badges at all times during the Conference including social events and tours. Please do not leave personal bags unattended at any time. A cloakroom will be available at the venue.
WGC2009 Secretariat Contact Details
PO BOX 73 - C1084ZAA Buenos Aires Argentina Phone: +54 11 5252 9801 Fax +54 11 4813 0073 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] http://www.wgc2009.com
Dress Code
Business attire is requested for attending the Conference. Smart casual attire is suggested for the Farewell Party.
Transportation
Transport will be provided to and from the offi cial Conference hotels to social functions except for those taking place within short walking distance of venues. A transportation schedule will be available in your Registration pack.
Offi cial Conference Languages
English is the offi cial language of the Conference. Simultaneous interpretation into Spanish will be provided by use of headsets. Speeches will be delivered in English.
Registration and Information
On-site registration desk opening hours and corresponding venues are as follows:
Saturday 3 October 10.00-17.30
Sunday 4 October 10.00-17.30
Monday 5 October 10.00-17.30
Tuesday 6 October 07.30-19.00
Wednesday 7 October 07.30-19.00
Thursday 8 October 07.30-19.00
Friday 9 October 07.30-19.00
When checking in at the Conference venue, please bring your confi rmation, which will entitle you to collect your Conference documentation. etronas Yemen LNG
68 General Information - Argentina
Climate
The temperature in October in Buenos Aires is relatively warm (spring). However, evenings may be fresh and a light sweater or light coat is advisable. Temperatures range from 25ºC (high) to 12ºC (low), with an occasional shower.
Credit Cards - Currency and Banking - Tips
Major Credit Cards are accepted in most hotels, stores and restaurants. The national monetary unit is the Peso ($). At the time of printing the exchange rate of the US dollar is approximately 3 pesos. Exchange agencies provide currency exchange. Please do not accept street exchange proposals. Traveller’s cheques are almost exclusively exchanged at hotels and banks. Service in restaurants is not included in the bill and a 10% tip is suggested.
Insurance
It is recommended that participants take out adequate cover for health and travel private liability insurance before they depart from their home countries. The organisers cannot accept responsibility for personal injuries, or loss, or damage to private property belonging to Conference participants and accompanying persons.
Mobile Phones
Ask your mobile phone company if they have international coverage and be aware that international tariffs may apply. Having a tri- band mobile phone will give you the possibility of buying in Buenos Aires a new SIM card (cost around USD 10) and you will receive a new local telephone number. If you choose to do this, local fares will apply.
Estrella Servicios Petroleros NMI Transportadora de Gas del Sur S.A. Passport and Visa Requirements
All foreign visitors to Argentina must check the visa requirements at their local Argentine Embassy or Consulate. Be aware that the visa application process could take up to 6 months depending on the country where the application is made. The Conference Secretariat can provide you with an offi cial invitation letter if this is required.
Estrella Servicios Petroleros NMI Transportadora de Gas del Sur S.A. Shopping
Shops are open from 10.00 to 19.00 from Monday to Friday and from 09.00 to 13.00 on Saturday. Shopping Centres are open daily from 10.00 to 22.00, including Saturdays and Sundays.
Taxes
At the time of printing this edition, the prevailing rate of VAT in Argentina is 21% and is included in retail prices.
Time
In October, at the time of the Conference, Argentina will be 3 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
Voltage
The electrical supply in Argentina is 220 volts, 50 Hz.
69 Conference and Exhibition Organisers
For any enquiries, please contact the relevant person below:
PROJECT MANAGER REGISTRATION Laura Biscay WGC2009 Secretariat Telephone: +54 11 5252 9801 Telephone: +54 11 5252 9801 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
TECHNICAL PROGRAMME HOTEL ACCOMMODATION Celine Finch WGC2009 Secretariat Telephone: +54 11 5252 9801 Telephone: +54 11 5252 9801 E-mail: cfi [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
PRESS/MARKETING TOURS Estelle Bourguignon WGC2009 Secretariat Telephone: +44 20 7978 0079 Telephone: +54 11 5252 9801 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]
EXHIBITION London Offi ce/International Rob Percival Telephone: +44 20 7978 0078 E-mail: [email protected] Estrella Servicios Petroleros NMI Transportadora de Gas del Sur Buenos Aires Offi ce/Latin America Estudio Tecnico Doma S.A. Nord Stream AG Turbodina SAIC Paola Sisterna Eustream A.S. Novatek JSC Tyco Flow Control Argentina Telephone: +54 11 5252 9801 E-mail: [email protected]
WGC2009 Secretariat Estrella Servicios Petroleros NMI PO Transportadora BOX 73 - C1084ZAA, de Gas del Buenos Sur S.A. Aires, Argentina Estudio Tecnico Doma S.A. Nord Stream AG Turbodina SAIC Eustream A.S. Novatek JSC Tyco Flow Control Argentina ExxonMobil Odebrecht S.A. Valvulas Worcester de Argentina S.A. Favra OMAN LNG Veolia Water Solutions Flargent OMV AG Vetek S.A. Gas Natural Ban S.A. Pan American Energy Vopak Gas Technology Institute Patagonia Bioenergia SA Wartsila Finland Oy Gascat Petrobras Energía S.A. Wellstream International Ltd Gasterra Petrogreen Wingas Gasunie Petroleum Economist World Energy Congress
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