Theme and Topics

TOPICS

Gas and LNG Processing

Removing impurities, optimizing processing efficiency, reliability, and flexibility in gas and LNG value chains is an essential step in producing on-spec products. Abstract Discussion Points:

• Advances in gas sweetening, dehydration, and NGL recovery
• Process intensification for enhanced energy efficiency
• LNG liquefaction and regasification innovations
• Managing process contaminants (H₂S, CO₂, mercury, etc.)
• Gas Storage
• Advancement in Purifications
• Advancement in Distribution Networks
• Flow assurance challenges

Energy Transition and Decarbonization

Aligned with global efforts to halt Climate Change, Decarbonization & Energy Transition are crucial to curb carbon emissions. These important initiatives will ensure sustainability in gas processing industry while supporting net-zero ambitions. Abstract Discussion Points:

• Energy efficiency and sustainability
• Circular Carbon Economy (CCE)
• Hydrogen production from natural gas (blue hydrogen) with carbon capture
• Methane emissions reduction and leak detection technologies
• CCUS deployment in gas processing plants
• Low-carbon fuels and alternative feedstocks
• Renewable energy integration in gas operations

Technology, Innovation, and Digitalization

In our fast-paced and continuously changing energy world, Digitalization and Technology are among the most important pillars that are reshaping gas business landscape. Abstract Discussion Points:

• AI, machine learning, and predictive analytics in gas operations
• Digital twins for real-time process optimization
• Robotics and automation in gas processing plants
• Blockchain for LNG trading and supply chain transparency
• Cybersecurity challenges in digitalized gas plants
• Simulations

Mega Programs, Construction, and Commissioning

Gas Industry is expanding massively through extensive capital projects. Ventures towards unconventional, and complex projects have been unleashed due to strong gas demand. Abstract Discussion Points:

• EPC strategies for successful project execution
• Benchmarking in Project Management
• Different partnership models on projects (e.g. BOT, 3rd party projects)
• Lessons learned from large-scale gas processing projects
• Modularization and prefabrication in gas plant construction
• Enhancing project delivery through advanced project management tools
• Risk mitigation strategies for large infrastructure projects
• Integration of sustainability in gas infrastructure development

Process Safety, Environmental, and Asset Integrity

Process safety, environmental protection, and assets integrity are essential aspects of industrial operations. Abstract Discussion Points:

• Process safety management in gas plants
• Environmental best practices in gas processing
• Asset integrity management for aging infrastructure
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Pipelines and Facilities Integrity/ Reliability
• HSE culture and human factors in performance enhancement

Competency and Talent Development

The professional managers and leaders should concentrate on these assets by training and developing their people very well to make sure the continuity for their organization and success. Abstract discussion points:

• Strategies for upskilling and reskilling the industry workforce
• The role of AI and VR in technical training
• Leadership development for the energy transition
• Knowledge retention and succession planning
• Diversity and inclusion in the gas industry workforce
• High-level Competency Programs

Downstream Development

Enhancing the value chain through integration with downstream industries. Abstract discussion points:

• Gas-to-chemicals and gas-to-liquids (GTL) innovations
• Petrochemical integration with gas processing
• Synergies between refining and gas processing
• Market trends and demand outlook for gas-derived products
• Opportunities in LNG bunkering and small-scale LNG