CALGARY, AB – (March 30, 2016) – For the past ten years, World Heavy Oil Congress has been the largest gathering of heavy oil professionals from around the globe, where world leaders and international experts come together to share the latest insights of the industry, and despite the current economic climate, this year’s event is shaping up to be bigger than ever.
“In the current economy, some companies have taken a step back,” said Vice-President of Energy from dmg Events, Miki Reeder, “but we have been pleasantly surprised to see that there is a substantial amount of organizations who are taking this as an opportunity to bring themselves to the forefront of the industry and showcase themselves as strong leaders.”
This year’s Congress {http://worldheavyoilcongress.com/} will be held in Calgary, Canada. This vibrant city is home of over 1,700 energy corporations, making it the country’s “energy capital.” This year’s theme “Connecting the Industry for a Leaner, Fitter Future” will serve as a benchmark for what’s ahead in the heavy oil sector, and focus on all aspects of revitalizing the industry, while showcasing the best of the best in terms of business, strategy, technology and innovation.
Investment summits, business forums, roundtables and technical sessions are all featured at the Congress, as well as world-class networking opportunities, a global exhibition and space to highlight our leaders of tomorrow. Top executives, government officials, engineers and professionals from oil producing regions, will be united to deliver the most potent message: that the heavy oil industry is a resurgent and important strand of the global energy mix.
“We’re not only presenting a space for networking, educational and branding opportunities, but we’re also offering a platform for companies to stand strong with their community and build a foundation for the future that will only strengthen the industry,” said Reeder.
One of the most unique features of this year’s Congress is the Conference Program, designed by an Executive Committee comprised of 55 professionals from 14 countries, representing companies, such as GE, Suncor, Baker Hughes, Schlumberger, ExxonMobil, Repsol, Chevron and Shell. Together, the committee has shaped a program that will feature five conferences simultaneously under one roof.
“As we’ve grown this conference program over the last ten years, we realized that there was an opportunity to segment this conference into five major streams that specialized in the different areas of heavy oil production,” said Senior Conference Producer, Sarah Campbell. “We think this is a really exciting opportunity for visitors to get a focused and specialized experience.”
The technical conference will focus on: research, development and new technology; surface facilities, geo-sciences, transportation, drilling and completion, production optimization, and thermal and non-thermal enhanced oil recovery (EOR).
World Heavy Oil Congress will also feature a number of other educational opportunities, including a variety of Knowledge Bars situated throughout the exhibition floor, offering attendees the opportunity to learn first-hand about specific products and services in a unique, casual and intimate environment.
Brand new for 2016 are the World Heavy Oil Awards, {http://worldheavyoilcongress.com/awards/} honouring operational excellence from around the globe. The awards are comprised of eight categories that reflect and celebrate the ever-changing technologies in the heavy oil industry.
“These awards will give companies a space to showcase their achievements in technological innovations and advancements in this important segment of the energy industry,” said Campbell.
Nominations are being accepted from now until June 15, at which point a judging panel will create a shortlist of 3 nominees per award category. To nominate someone for an award, or for more information on the World Heavy Oil Congress 2016 please visit worldheavyoilcongress.com. {http://worldheavyoilcongress.com/}
By: Matt Beauchamp