About this event
Seize an opportunity to lead the change, inspire the next
generation and create a diverse, connected, innovative and technology-led
industry.
The UK helped shape the global oil and gas industry,
pioneering the development of directional drilling, 3D seismic and subsea
engineering. Against a backdrop of digital transformation and energy
transition, there is a unique opportunity to imagine a new future for the
industry and the region.
Join this event to hear from a panel of industry experts
regarding the current project and contracting opportunities in the North Sea, merger and acquisitions activity, technological advancements, support and incentives for doing business in the UK.
Agenda
11.30 - 12.00 Registration and Networking Lunch
12.00 - 12.10 Chairman's Welcome Address
Cristian Strommen, Director, Department for International Trade (DIT)
The Lord Provost of Aberdeen
12.10 - 12.25 Market Opportunities: Project & Contracting Activity in the UKCS
Neil Golding, Head of Oil & Gas, Energy Industries Council (EIC)
12.25 - 12.45 Doing business in the UK/Scotland - Support and Incentives
Cristian Strommen, Director, Department for International Trade (DIT)
Bruce Tocher, International Trade and Investment Senior Executive,
Scottish Development International (SDI)
Richard Sweetnam, Chief Officer City Growth, Invest Aberdeen
Jim Gifford, Leader of Aberdeenshire Council
12.45 - 13.00 UKCS Merger & Acquisition Activity
Jamie Stark, Partner, Burness Paull LLP
13.00 - 13.15 Advancing Technology: Programme Opportunities and Support
Stephen Sheal, External Relationship Director,
The Oil and Gas Technology Centre (OGTC)
13.15 - 13.45 Interactive Panel Session: Q&A
Cost
This event is free of charge.
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