The 1st International Arctic LNG Conference 2006
The Norwegian Petroleum Society (NPF) is pleased to invite you to the upcoming 1st annual International Arctic LNG Conference at Bristol Hotel in Oslo.
The conference is a result of the increasing gas activities in the Arctic region and the program has been established in close co-operation with the authorities, organizations, institutes and companies being active in the development.
Recent assumptions indicate that about 25% of the world’s undiscovered fossil fuels are hidden in Arctic regions – especially in Russia, underneath the Barents Sea and in Alaska. A major challenge to the exploitation of Arctic gas is transportation and large scale off-takes of gas from these regions. It is likely that LNG will play a major role in this development.
Exploration and production of gas fields in Artic areas will face new challenges such as extreme weather conditions, lack of infrastructure and a sensitive environment. All operations will focus on HSE. Drilling, construction work and operation of facilities in these areas will require the best available technology and standards.
The LNG projects are now moving further north. The ongoing Shakalin and Snøhvit projects are two good examples. Further expansion of the LNG production capacity at Hammerfest, new LNG projects for Shtokman and in Yamal are being evaluated and some of these projects will most likely move ahead in the near future. Lessons have been learned. The industry will share and discuss this experience in this conference.
The conference will cover a wide range of interesting topics. Among these are:
- environmental challenges
- ice management
- present technologies and solutions
- new technologies and ongoing R&D
- fields and markets
- project experience
- new prospects
Top management and experts will present their views on the development of Arctic gas.
| This conference is essential for anyone needing to understand the Arctic challenges but also to learn from present experience and to consider future business opportunities. The strategic impact of the Arctic is growing and the energy context plays a vital role in this. | ||
| You will meet top level speakers, key international participants and you will have time for discussions and networking. |
We look forward to welcoming you to this first Arctic LNG Conference. The present activity level is high and we promise you an informative, interesting and enjoyable event!
Hope to see you in Oslo, 30-31 March 2006!
Best regards,
Oscar Fr. Graff
Chair, Conference Committee
Members of the Programme Committee
• Oscar Fr. Graff, Aker Kværner (chair) – oscar.graff@akerkvaerner.com
• Geir Owren, Statoil ASA – gaow@statoil.com
• Henrik Solgaard Andersen, Hydro – henrik.solgaard.andersen@hydro.com
• Nils A. Røkke, SINTEF – nils.a.rokke@sintef.no
• Lise M. Rivelsrød, Norwegian Petroleum Society (NPF), Project Manager – lise.rivelsrod@npf.no
Program
Thursday 30. March
REGISTRATION/Coffee & Tea
Opening and welcome
Facilitator:
Perspective on Future Development of the Arctic Region
Shtokman - Securing US Energy Supply
Arctic Gas - Long Term Perspectives
Refreshments and Networking Break
Developing the Arctic Field
Environmental Challenges in the Arctic
Panel Discussion/Q&A
Lunch
Chairs:
Experiences from Arctic Operations
Weather and Ice Predictions; Climate Changes
The Snøhvit Project - Opening Gas Production in the Barents Sea
Subsea Technology and LNG - A Solution for the Arctic
Refreshments and Networking Break
New Offshore LNG Solutions
Snøhvit and Beyond – Setting New Standards for Subsea to Shore Developments
North Atlantic LNG Trading and Arbitrage
Chairman's Concluding Remarks Day I
Aperitiff
Conference Dinner
Dinner speaker:
Friday 31. March
Coffee & Tea - Networking
Chairs:
Ice Management and Arctic LNG Carriers
Transportation Challenges in Arctic Regions
Arctic Experience. Barents Sea and Global LNG Business
Refreshments and Networking Break
The Application of Precooled Mixed Refrigerant Cycles to an Arctic Environment
Scenarios for Arctic Gas in 2020
Chairman's Closing Remarks
Lunch
End of Conference
Practical information
| Conference fee:
NOK 6.500,- + 25% VAT for NPF personal members NOK 7.000,- + 25% VAT for non-members The conference fee includes conference material, coffee/tea, lunches and conference dinner. Payment: All delegates will receive a separate invoice from our Accounting Department. Accommodation: NPF has reserved a number of rooms at Hotel Bristol. NOK 1.090,- per single room per night. Breakfast is included. Please make your reservation directly to the hotel Hotel Bristol, Kristian IVs gt. 7, Oslo Telephone: (+47) 22 82 60 10 Telefax: (+47) 22 82 60 03 booking@bristol.no Cancellation fee: NOK 900,-. Cancellations must be received in writing (e-mail) within 22 March 2006. After this date the full conference fee will apply, however a substitute participant will be accepted. Substitutions for registered participants may be made at any time, but we would appreciate prior notice. |