Cyber security

Alternative technologies for

Oil & Gas

Oil & Gas RegulatoryFrameworks & Standards

Under the auspices of

In-Country Value– Sharing Best practices

OCTOBER 30 - 31 2017GRAND MILLENIUM HOTEL, MUSCAT

Organised by

Managed by Associate sponsor

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OPAL along with Omanexpo are proud to announce the launch of OPAL Oil & Gas Conferencewhich will be held Under the auspices of Ministry of Oil & Gas on 30th& 31st October 2017 at the Grand Millennium Muscat.

The theme of OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017 is “Driving excellence in upstream hydrocarbon activities in the Sultanate”. The Ministry of Oil & Gas is preparing to roll out �t-for- purpose high-level regulations governing all aspects of petroleum activities in Oman – a move that promises to catapult the Sultanate into the ranks of some of the world’s best-regulated upstream energy sectors.

During this annual gathering of OPAL, participants will hear from a cross-section of energy industry speakers on important issues and trends shaping the future of the oil and gas landscape in the Sultanate. The OPAL Oil & Gas Conference features leading industry experts sharing a platform to discuss the latest challenges, market developments and opportunities.

The OPAL Oil & Gas Conference provides a great opportunity to get a comprehensive overview on the state of the industry,current challenges and business opportunities, acquire and expand valuable business contacts in fuel and energy companies. This networking platform will discuss what is in store for Oman’s oil and gas sector from the enlightened perspectives of our industry leaders

Main conference themes for the OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017include:• Alternative technologies for Oil and Gas • Cyber Security in Oil and Gas Sector• Oil & Gas Regulatory Frameworks and Standards• In-Country Value – Sharing Best practices

Apart from the main conference, a Gala dinner which includes the CEO panel session will take place on 31st October where the key stakeholders will discuss and share their views on Oman’s Oil & Gas industry forecast, challenging and action Plan up till 2020.

OPAL Oil & Gas Conference platform is designed to challenge thinking and spur creativity. Attendees will take away new ideas, new relationships, and increased motivation to contribute to addressing these integrated challenges in new ways. With all the oil and gas stakeholders from the Sultanate con�rmed to attend the event, this conference is not to be missed by any company looking for opportunities in this market!

I look forward to hearing from you and meeting you in OctoberBest regards

Letter from OPAL

Musallam Al MandhariChief Executive Of�cer

Oman Society for Petroleum Services (OPAL)

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Companies carrying products and services which cover every aspect of the oil and gas industry including the following should attend:

• Construction and engineering Equipments• Consultants• Design, fabrication and construction• Engineering and contracting companies• Entrepreneurs• Environmental protection and pollution control• Exploration and production technology providers• Financial Services• Gas processing equipment• Geological, geophysical and reservoir evaluation technology• Government Agencies and Authorities• Human Resource Heads/Managers/ Recruitment personnel’s

• ICV Heads/Manager• Instrumentation and controls• Legal Counsel/Solicitors/ Law Practitioner • Multilateral agencies and regulatory authorities• Oil & Gas Business Solution Providers• Technology providers• HSE Heads/Managers• Oil & Gas Contractors• Oil & Gas exploring and producing companies• Security Heads/Managers• Oil & Gas Training Providers• Oil and gas traders

Bene�ts of Attending OPAL Oil & Gas Conference

HEAR from the government on Oman’ Oil

& Gas regulation

NETWORK with Oman’s oil and gas leaders

and decision makers

BE PARTpart of the dialogue between all

stakeholders that drives the Sultanate’s Oil & Gas industry forward

HEARthe latest plans, with an overview of

the year and projections for the years to come

ANALYZEthe present and future of Oman’s

Oil & Gas industry- “where we are today and where we are heading”

BENEFIT from technical presentations from

expert service and technology providers revealing advances in

technology and innovation

UNDERSTANDthe enormous potential of the

Sultanate’s energy resources and how this could bene�t your business

CHARTthe way forward for the future of

ICV development in Oman

DISCOVERnew technologies and solutions to

boost your business operations

HEARcurrent Challenges & How to

overcome

MEETwith the leading local E&P Companies and Government Organizations and establish partnerships and contacts

UNDERSTANDthe best practices in the delivery of ICV through, skills development, job

creation, local manufacturing

GAINimportant critical local market

intelligence about the Sultanate’s Oil & Gas sector and plan your next steps

and business development strategy

• Pipeline engineering and equipment• Policy Advisors• Re�ning technologies• Research and Development• Safety system and equipment• Shipyard and engineering• Trade Associations• Logistics and Transportation

Network with Oman’ Oil & Gas Industry - Join us on the evening of Tuesday 31st October 2017 for the

Gala DinnerTimings: 18:00 - 20:30

This excellent evening of entertainment will allow you to relax

and unwind in a more informal setting with your new contacts – to make the most of your time at the conference. We look forward to a

memorable dinner in October as we connect our attendees in an

enjoyable and prestigious night.With informal and relaxed

networking functions, the Gala dinner is the ideal place to meet new

contacts and develop your oil and gas business in The Sultanate of

Oman.Hear from the Ministry of Oil & Gas

and the CEO’s of all major Oil & Gas companies in Oman who would be discussing and sharing their views and Oman’s Oil & Gas industry

forecast and action Plan up till 2020

GALA DINNER

Sponsorship OpportunitiesGo beyond the exhibit �oor and maximize your exposure and showcase your pro�le at theOPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017 conference.OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017 offers sponsorships for all budget sizes. Sponsorships increase exposure, brand recognition, generate booth traf�c and create demand before, during and after the event. OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017 provides fantastic opportunities for companies wishing to showcase their brand and products. If your company would like the chance to get among hundreds of Oil & Gas industry professionals and raise its pro�le, you should consider supporting this event.

Why sponsor OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017?

GET ACCESS SHOWCASE STAND MEET DEMONSTRATE

your business’ commitment to the Sultanate’s Oil & Gasindustry by

attending and supporting the OPAL’s annual gathering

200+ Oil & Gas industry

executives

out from the audience and

your competitors

your services and products to the delegates from around the country attending the

OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017

your market directly and generate new business

relationships

direct access to potential business partners from

around the world

Get your products and solutions lined up at the exhibition andshowcase it to the decision makers

Marketing Opportunities Available to OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017 sponsors:

1. Company pro�le in the OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017 website and show guide: Include your company pro�le on the event website and show guide for the Oil & Gas industry professionals in the Sultanate - Attendees go to resource during and after the event.

2. Customer email invitation: Use this marketing tool to drive traf�c to your exhibition stand with a customized personal invitation to your customers

3. Company press releases posted to website: Share your news with us! Your company press release will be posted on the website

4. Demonstrate your thought leader role: Spread the message about the role your organization plays supporting the Oil & Gas community in the Sultanate and in the region

5. Interviews and articles on the website: Share articles and interview documents on the event website for visitors to download from the resource centre

6. Banner advertisement on the event website: Banner advertisements on the event website are a proven way to reach your target audience.

7. Zero cost promotion: Increase your brand exposure through all our event media, including digital, print and onsite

For the Exhibition stand cost would be Omani Rial 420.000 per stand (6m2 Shell Scheme).

Apart from the exhibitor option, OPAL Oil & Gas Conference 2017

offers the following types of Sponsorship opportunities :

Support Sponsor (Exclusive)7000.00 OMR

Gala Dinner (Exclusive)5000.00 OMR

Lunch (Exclusive)5000.00 OMR

Onsite Registration (Exclusive)4000.00 OMR

Badge Holders / Lanyards (Exclusive)5000.00 OMR

Gold Sponsor (3)4000.00 OMR

Associate Sponsor (6)2000.00 OMR

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DELEGATE REGISTRATION FORM

Registration Fee (Per Delegate)

ONE – THREE DELEGATESTHREE – FIVE DELEGATES

TOTAL NUMBER OF DELEGATESTOTAL REGISTRATION FEE AMOUNT

PACKAGE

OMR 50 EACHOMR 40 EACH

OPAL MEMBERS

OMR 250 EACHOMR 200 EACH

GALA DINNER OMR 40 EACH OMR 40 EACH

NON-OPAL MEMBERS

Payment DetailsBanker’s NameAddressAccount No.IBAN CodeSWIFT CodeCurrencyAccount Holders Name

By Direct Transfer

National Bank of OmanMina Al Fahal1032-342120-001

NBOMOMRXXXOMROman Society for Petroleum Services OPAL

All details aforementioned are for one account and should be fully used for the transfer, without which the amount cannot be transferred to our account.

All transfers made should be net amount exclusive of Bank transfer charges and for all purposes the amount received in our bank account will be considered the transferred amount.

Please fax the deposit slip along with the registration form

Terms & ConditionsFees and Cancellations

• Fees include conference attendance, daily coffee breaks, lunch, and conference kit.

• Full payment should accompany this completed registration form.

• A confirmation letter and invoice will be sent upon receipt of your registration form.

• Travel, accommodation and visa cost are not included.

• Cancellations in writing before 31st of August 2016 will be charged 10% administrative fee for paid and 20% for unpaid cancellations.

• No cancellations or refunds will be allowed after 1st September 2017

• If you are unable to attend, a substitute delegate will be welcomed. Please send us a notice atleast 3 days prior to the event.

• Due to unforeseen circumstances, the programme may change and OMANEXPO reserves the right to alter the venue and/or speakers.

• Confrerence Language: English

Head Office:Floor, SABCO Building, Wattayah, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, P.O. Box 20, Postal Code 117Tel: +968-24660124 I Fax: +968-24660125 /126Email: info@omanexpo.com

Regional Office:Office No. 203, 2nd Floor, Grosvernor Commercial Tower,Sheikh Zayed road, P.O. Box 80674, Dubai UAETel: +971-4-3277733 I Fax: +971-4-3277744Email: infodubai@omanexpo.com

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Please print clearly and complete all the following information:

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Country Post / Zip Code

Telephone Mobile

Email

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Organisation

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*Please complete in BLOCK CAPITALS as information is used to produce delegate badges. Please photocopy for multiple bookings

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(for European countries)

Conference day one 30 October 2017

08:00 Registration & networking

08:30 Organizers welcome address Musallam Al Mandhari, Chief Executive Officer, OPAL

08:40 Chairman’s opening remarks Dr. Amer Al Rawas, Chairman, OPAL

08:50 Conference & exhibition inauguration

Session 1: Alternative technologies in Oil and Gas

09:20 Advanced technologies and practical solutions for oil and gas exploration and production Invited: Martin Bachmann, Exploration & Production for Europe & Middle East, Wintershall Holding

09:40 Understanding new approaches to well engineering & construction Invited: Paul Fidder, Regional Director - Middle East, FSU & Egypt, SPD - Part of Petrofac Group

10:00 Understating the latest technologies of completion and stimulation technologies along with its challenges and solutions, cost, risk management, and case histories Invited: Ewan McCulloch, General Manager, Well Flow International

10:20 Producing Oil with Sunshine - Using solar energy to produce low-cost, emissions-free steam for heavy oil production Marwan Chaar, Vice President of Project Development, GlassPoint Solar

10:40 Case study: Inspection of industrial confined spaces by using Drone technology and 3D modelling subtitle: Non-entry by use of robotics Marien van den Hoek, Chief Commercial Officer, RoNik Inspectioneering B.V.

11:00 Benefits of Big Data Usage in the Daily Drilling Business • Advances in Rig Automation/ New generation of Rigs

• Sustainable Safety Performance in Drilling Operation

Invited: Occidental of Oman Inc.

11:20 Comtrac - Presenting the new intervention system designed to convey electrical, electro-mechanical, and mechanical services within the same rig-up. An exclusive presentation Mahmoud Zakaria, Country Manager, Wireline, Archer

11:40 Interactive panel session: Analysing the importance of investing in advanced technologies despite the low oil price environment Panelists:

Marien van den Hoek, Chief Commercial Officer, RoNik Inspectioneering B.V Dawood Al Qassabi, Head of New Technology Implementation, Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) Marwan Chaar, Vice President of Project Development, GlassPoint Solar Invited: Paul Fidder, Regional Director - Middle East, FSU & Egypt, SPD - Part of Petrofac Group Ewan McCulloch, General Manager, Well Flow International Representative from Occidental of Oman Inc.

12:00 Morning refreshments and networking break

Session 2: Security in Oil & Gas Industry - Human resources and HSE

12:20 Reserved slot for The Information Technology Authority (ITA) Anas Mohsin Al Balushi, Director of Security Operation, Information Technology Authority (ITA)

12:40 Gaining visibility and mitigating your risk via your Security Operations Center for the Oil & Gas environments

• Challenges in cyber security for the ICS environments

• Risk Mitigation approach

• Setting up your Cyber Security SOC for SCADA environments

Niraj Mathur, Manager Security Practice, Gulf Business Machines (GBM)

13:00 Understanding the importance of building a solid-defense platform against cyber-attacks and realizing the fall out of an attack and its financial cost implications to your business Invited: Safdar Akhtar, Director of Cyber Security (EMEA), Honeywell

13:20 Ensuring safety & uptime with secure process control networks Invited: Markus Strohmeier, Chief Executive Officer, Siemens Oman

13:40 Protecting your critical assets - Redefining Cybersecurity Invited: Vahe Daghlian, Managing Director / Co-Founder, DTS Solution

14:00 Analysing how to manage health and safety on multiple sites with very small teams? • Identifying how to mitigate human errors in oil and gas infrastructure and cyber security

Invited: Diego Arrabal, Vice President Sales Middle East, Turkey & Africa, F5 Networks

14:20 Interactive panel session: Maximizing the protection of our assets: Security or Resilience?

• Cyber security: What to protect and at what cost?

• Investing and optimizing the cyber security of our industrial control systems (ICS)

• What security is necessary and where must this implemented?

Panelists: Niraj Mathur, Manager Security Practice, Gulf Business Machines (GBM) Invited: Markus Strohmeier, Chief Executive Officer, Siemens Oman Safdar Akhtar, Director of Cyber Security (EMEA), Honeywell Vahe Daghlian, Managing Director / Co-Founder, DTS Solution Diego Arrabal, Vice President Sales Middle East, Turkey & Africa, F5 Networks

14:30 Closing remarks Musallam Al Mandhari, Chief Executive Officer, OPAL

14:35 Networking lunch

HSE Workshop

15:00 HSE Camp management Reserved for Como

15:20 Part A: Workshop on HSE Preventing Major Accidents in the Oil and Gas Industry Moderators: Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)/OPAL

16:00 Break

16:10 Part B: Workshop on HSE Preventing Major Accidents in the Oil and Gas Industry Moderators: Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)/OPAL

17:00 End of confereday day one

Conference day two 31 October 2017

08:00 Registration & networking

08:30 Organizers welcome address Musallam Al Mandhari, Chief Executive Officer, OPAL

Session 3: Regulations & Standards

08:40 Keynote presentation: High-level regulations governing all facets of the upstream hydrocarbon activities will support the development of a well-regulated upstream oil and gas sector in Oman Anwar Al Kharusi, Advisor for H.E. Minister and H.E. Under-Secretary on Petroleum Investments, Ministry of Oil & Gas

09:10 Well managed Regulations do not hinder the enhancement of Upstream investment appeal for international exploration & production (E&P) companies Reserved for Petronas, Malaysia

09:40 Petroleum Regulations can boost safety and efficiency, and further optimise the nation’s hydrocarbon resources Hamood Al Sawaafi, Acting Director of Regulating Oil Production Operations, Ministry of Oil & Gas

10:10 Interactive panel session: Discussing how the new regulation will contribute to the goal of boosting efficiency, safety and operational security in all areas of the industry’s upstream business Panelists: Anwar Al Kharusi, Advisor for H.E. Minister and H.E. Under-Secretary on Petroleum Investments, Ministry of Oil & Gas Reserved for Petronas, Malaysia Hamood Al Sawaafi, Acting Director of Regulating Oil Production Operations, Ministry of Oil & Gas Senior Representaitve, Petrorleum Development Oman (PDO) Sadiq Al Lawati, Senior Consultant Compliance & Regulatory, Occidental Oman

10:30 Morning coffee break

Session 4: ICV (Supply chain and HR)

11:00 Understanding the ICV strategy. New strategies: Vendor development program, Ring-fencing, ICV Systems? Ministry of Oil & Gas (MOG)

11:30 Managing the balancing act of supporting entrepreneurship and becoming more

cost-efcient under the current lower oil price environment Salman Maimani, Well Engineering Contracts Manager, Petroleum Development Oman ( PDO)

11:50 Presenting the role of Change Management to support the Oil and Gas sector with the ICV agenda and in changing mind sets to deliver sustainable return on investment Dr. Raied Abdulkarim, Manager Integration and Change Management, ORPIC (Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company)

12:10 Public-Private sector corporation in the development of a National Technician Apprenticeship program Kevin Watson, ICV Executive Manager, Oman Society for Petroleum Services (OPAL)

12:30 Lunch break

13:30 Understanding the role of a Sectorial Society in the development of National cadres Reserved for The Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies Alliance (SEMTA)

13:50 Creating a more autonomous workplace Reserved for Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

14:10 Best practice case study from one/two of the following countries: Brazil/ Tobago & Trinidad/ Angola/ Kazakhstan/ Indonesia/ Malaysia on International oil companies working hand in hand with government entities

14:30 Case study: Creating balanced corporate culture by setting stage for diversity in the workplace and providing role models – An eclusive presentation from Occidental Oman

• Hiring strategies and employment opportunities for Omanis

• Learning and Development framework to accelerate time to autonomy

• Omanization and ICV Impact. Hilal Al Yaarubi, Talent Management Manager, Occidental Oman

14:50 Interactive panel session: ICV, What is next Panelists:

Aqla Al Maskari, Director Of Local Resources Development, ICV Program Management Office – PMO Manager, Ministry of Oil & Gas Dr. Raied Abdulkarim, Manager Integration and Change Management, ORPIC (Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company) Mohammed Al-Ghareebi, In-Country Value Development Manager, Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) Kevin Watson, ICV Executive Manager, Oman Society for Petroleum Services (OPAL) Hilal Al Yaarubi, Talent Management Manager, Occidental Oman

15:10 Road Safety Announcements Presented by OPAL

15:45 Chairman’s closing remarks

18:30 Conference Gala Dinner Reception (For invited guests)

18:40 Chief Guest remarks His Excellency Salim bin Nasser bin Said Al Aufi, Undersecretary, Ministry of Oil & Gas

18:50 CEO Panel session: Discussing the views and Oman’s Oil & Gas industry forecast and action Plan up till 2020 Panelists: Ministry of Oil & Gas Raoul Restucci, Managing Director, Petroleum Development OPAL CEO’s from all the major oil & gas companies in Oman etc.

19:40 Gala Dinner

20:30 End of Gala Dinner and conference