Evolving core energy markets within a sustainable landscape


HH Sheikh AhmedHeld under the Patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council for Energy, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, and Chairman & Chief Executive, Emirates Group


The 31st Annual MPGC 2024 returns to Dubai on May 20-22 with the Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) as the host, bringing together the global oil and gas markets’ leading NOCs, IOCs, traders, refiners, petrochemical, storage, financial institutions, and technology companies, in a confluence of dialogue, debate, and business interactions at the highest level.


The iconic MPGC remains the region’s longest annual oil and gas industry gathering and will once again deliver a high-level and power-packed program that comprises ministerial, keynote addresses, incisive decision panels with industry visionaries and leaders, audience polls, and networking opportunities.


New for 2024


    • Choose from two new tracks
      MPGC day two will feature two new tracks; downstream and low carbon energies, giving you the opportunity to choose your preferred content from refinery optimization and integration to achieving the circular Carbon economy

    • Enhanced networking opportunities
      MPGC features more opportunities to meet with your peers than ever before, including our day zero cocktail reception on May 20, ENOC's gala dinner, and various networking break throughout the duration of the conference

  • Supplement your attendance with a training course
    Our three training courses are the perfect add-on to your MPGC attendance. Conducted by our specialists providing access to fundamental knowledge and tools imperative for understanding the landscape of different commodities.

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    Conference + Training Rate: $4249
    Conference Rate: $2295
    Training Rate: $1750
     
    Networking app access is included with your registration  
    Enjoy early access to the registration list, 1:1 direct messaging, extra content, and more.
     
    Event registration closes on:  
    May 17, 5:00 PM GST
     
     
    Main conference: May 21-22
    Training course: May 20
     
     

Agenda


May 20, 2024 - MPGC training courses and welcome reception
Training courses at MPGC
We're offering the following three separate bookable full-day training courses on Monday, May 20

    • Training course 1: Carbon Markets Fundamentals
    • Delivered by: Deb Ryan, Head of Emissions Insight, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • Umesh Patil, Associate Director Consulting, Oil Consulting Oil Markets, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • Training course 2: Oil Markets & Commercial Strategies
    • Delivered by: Jim Burkhard, VP Research of Oil, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • Spencer Welch, Global Head of Oil Consulting Oil Markets, Midstream and Downstream, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • Training course 3: Refining Economics & Refineries of the Future
    • Delivered by: Mohanraj Subramanian, Associate Director Consulting, Oil Markets, Midstream and Downstream, S&P Global Commodity Insights


      • Training course pricing

      • 1,400 USD if registered before Friday, 22 March 2024
      • 1,750 USD full price per training

    • For more details on the trainings and instructors, please click here .

    MPGC welcome cocktail reception

    • 5:00pm Pre-registration and welcome reception
      Please note: entry to the welcome reception is included as part of your conference pass
    May 21, 2024 - MPGC day one agenda

    Official Opening & keynotes

    • 8:00 Registration and welcome refreshments
    • 9:00 Opening remarks by conference co-chairmenHis Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group Chief Executive Officer, Emirates National Oil Company Limited (ENOC) LLC
      Dave Ernsberger, Head of Market Reporting & Trading Solutions, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 9:15 Official openingHis Excellency Saeed Mohammed Ahmad Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council for Energy and Chairman,ENOC Group Board
    • 9:25 Geopolitical perspectives on the future of energy in a tense new world Carlos Pascual, SVP Global Energy & International Affairs, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 09:45 MPGC 2024 crystal ball - what will the future bring for oil and gas markets? Dr. Fereidun Fesharaki, Chairman, FGE
    Fossil fuels vs. renewable energy – striking a balance

    • 10:15 Panel: Industry leaders dialogue: post-COP strategies for fossil and renewable energy • Challenges and strategies to align fossil fuel with the global energy transition
      • Analyze the role of government policies and regulations in promoting the integration
      • Financing International collaboration – access to investments and funding globally and for the Global South
      • Assessing the emerging low-carbon technology and infrastructure
      Moderator: Dave Ernsberger, Head of Market Reporting & Trading Solutions, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Alia Busamra, Chief Sustainability and Climate Change Officer, Emirates National Oil Company Limited (ENOC) LLC
      Renu Sharma, GM Middle East JV’s and Aviation & Country Chair-UAE, Chevron
    • 10:55 Networking break and genius exchange, by Chevron
    Trading dynamics in uncertain oil markets

    • 11:35 Panel: Oil trading dynamics in a world of heightened risks • Understanding trading behaviors amidst regional conflicts and interruptions to commercial shipping
      • Analyzing the diversification of Middle Eastern economies and its implications on global crude oil trade dynamics
      • Examining the changing refining landscape of Middle Eastern countries and their impact on global oil product trade
      • Dissecting patterns of East of Suez oil links and trade flows between the East and West
      Moderator: Kang Wu, Global Head of Oil Demand Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Kieran Gallagher, Managing Director, Vitol Bahrain
      Scott Nelson, President & Head of Trading, Refinery Feedstocks & Products, Reliance International Limited
      Russell Robertson, Chief Commercial Officer, Dubai Mercantile Exchange
    • 12:15 Genius Exchange Stage by ION Commodities
      Managing commodity market risks in the region
      Lance Fogtman, VP of Product Strategy, ION Commodities
    • 12:15 Networking Lunch, hosted by Macquarie
    Global oil market outlook

    • 2:00 Where are we in the oil price cycle – and what does it mean?Jim Burkhard, Global Head Crude Oil & Mobility Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 2:20 Panel: “ All-Star” analysts: navigating the global oil market: short-term uncertainty, long-term questions • How do geopolitics matter in today’s oil market
      • OPEC+ dynamics and impact on the oil market
      • Outlook for production outside of OPEC+ in the short to medium term
      • Oil demand—what will it be this year and in a decade
      Moderator: Jim Burkhard, Global Head Crude Oil & Mobility Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Dr. Fereidun Fesharaki, Chairman, FGE
      Gary Ross, CEO, Black Gold Investors LLC
      Ed Morse, Senior Advisor & Commodities Strategist Hartree Partners
      Toril Bosoni, Head of Oil Industry and Market Division, International Energy Agency
    • 3:00 Networking break and genius exchange by Chevron
    Global LNG and Gas Outlook

    • 3:40 Fireside chat: the Gulf’s LNG expansion and investment Rashid Al Mazrouei, Senior Vice President, Marketing, ADNOC Gas
      Michael Stoppard, Global Gas Strategy Lead & Special Advisor, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 4:00 Deep dive: Middle East gas market outlook Philip Vorobyov, Director, Global Gas & LNG Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 4:20 Industry leaders dialogue: outlook on global LNG trade flows • The oil long-term contract model – is it in decline or rising?
      • Supply concentration – what’s the risk for LNG buyers?
      • What’s the next step for LNG to make it a more liquid commodity?
      • How can the East Mediterranean play the role of a supply source?
      Moderator: John Roper, CEO Middle East, Uniper Global Commodities SE
      Patrick Dugas, Vice President LNG Trading, TotalEnergies Gas & Power Limited
      Peter Abdo, Chief Commercial Officer LNG & Global Origination, Uniper Global Commodities SE
      Alisa Newman Hood, Executive Vice President & General Counsel, Excelerate Energy
      Sarah Behbehani, VP Origination & Business Development, Freepoint Commodities
    • 5:00 Chair's recapDave Ernsberger, Head of Market Reporting & Trading Solutions, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 5:10 Cocktail Reception, hosted by Litasco Middle East
    • 7:30 Gala dinner hosted by ENOC
    May 22, 2024 - MPGC day two agenda

    Downstream track


    • 8:30 Networking breakfast
    • 9:30 Chair's recap of day oneSpencer Welch, Global Head Oil Markets-Midstream & Downstream Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    The Human Factor: leadership strategies in driving transition in a new energy environment

    • 09:40 Panel: empowering change: how DEI strategies can enable a sustainable energy future • Challenges and opportunities to achieve net zero by 2050 – How resilient and adaptable are the industry?
      • Measuring the source of energy transition – short-term & long-term strategies
      • Transformative leadership’s role in driving the changes
      Moderator: Lyn Tattum, VP & Head of Conferences, Training & Strategic Media, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Renu Sharma, GM Middle East JV’s and Aviation & Country Chair-UAE, Chevron
      Carmen López-Contreras González, Trading Research & Analysis Head, Repsol
      Aarti Dange, Director-Customer Experience, Emerson Automation Solutions
    Refinery optimization and integration for a profitable supply chain

    • 10:20 Panel: Middle East refining: secure, affordable and less carbon-intensive fuels and chemicals supply chains • How are refiners surmounting challenges today to supply tight refined products markets?
      • How are refiners contributing to resilient fuels supply chains for the long-term?
      • How are refiners reconciling sustainability and profitability?
      Moderator: Daniel Evans, VP, Global Head Fuels & Refining, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Friedrich Danzinger, Vice President Refining JV Management MEA, OMV Downstream
      Carmen López-Contreras González, Trading Research & Analysis Head, Repsol
      Iman Nasseri, Managing Director, Middle East, FGE
    • 11:00 Deep Dive: the impact of new refineries in the Middle East & Africa on the global product market Premasish Das, Research & Analysis Executive Director, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 11:20 Networking break & Genius Exchange
    Revolutionizing transportation in the transition era

    • 12:00 Flightpath to the future: long-term sustainability in Aviation Fuel Umesh Patil, Director, Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 12:10 Panel: building a robust ecosystem for sustainable aviation fuel • Regulatory frameworks – navigating policy landscapes to adopt SAF
      • What is the pricing mechanism?
      • Technologies and infrastructure conversion – challenges and opportunities
      • Complexities in SAF supply and distribution
      Moderator: Sophie Byron, Global Director, Biofuels Pricing, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Maryam Ali AlBalooshi, UAE Lead Negotiator for Aviation Climate Change-Environment Manager, UAE General Civil Aviation Authority
      Kuljit Ghata-Aura, President, Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa and Central-Asia
      Mohanraj Subramanian, Director, Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 1:00 Networking lunch
    • 2:00 Panel: Maritime decarbonization – fuel of the future? • Regulatory waves in the Middle East – adapting to IMO GHG 2030 and 2050 emission goals
      • Decarbonizing the fleet – strategies for a low-emission industry
      • What is the cost implication of transitioning?
      • Comparative analysis of environmental impact, availability, and scalability
      Moderator: Rahul Kapoor, VP, Head of Shipping Research & Analytics, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Mohamed Al Ali, Senior Vice President, Offshore Logistics, ADNOC Logistics & Services
      Ali Shehab, Global Director of Special Projects & Services, DNV Maritime
      Alexander Prokopakis, Executive Director, IBIA
      Carsten Ladekjaer, CEO, Glander International Bunkering
    Chemicals Investments in the Middle East enabling Materials Transition and Net Zero goals
    • 2:40 How the chemical industry is driving toward increased integration for greater profitability and climate solutions Sanjay Sharma, Vice President, Head of Global Chemical Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 3:10 Chair's closing remarks Spencer Welch, Global Head Oil Markets-Midstream & Downstream Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 3:20 End of MPGC

    Low Carbon and new energies track


    • 8:30 Networking breakfast
    • 9:30 Chair's recap of day oneMichael Stoppard, Global Gas Strategy Lead & Special Advisor, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    Carbon visibility in current and new market activity

    • 9:40 Carbon intensity of global crude oil trading and market implicationsShane Whipple, Low Carbon Analytics-Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 10:00 Panel: understanding carbon markets and their role in commodity trading • Recent challenges in carbon markets and how that impacts pricing
      • Risks for market participants and what is needed to improve transparency
      • Role of registries
      Moderator: Deb Ryan, Head of Emissions Insight, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Michael Curran, Global Head of Carbon, Vitol
      Naoufal Alami, Head of Commodities and Energy Transition Trading, First Abu Dhabi Bank
      Amit Thusu, Senior Director-Climate Action, Global Carbon Council
    Achieving The circular Carbon economy

    • 10:40 Utilization of CCUS in the oil and gas sector: a case study on reducing energy consumption and optimizing operations • Embracing the 4Rs of carbon: Strategies for reducing, reusing, recycling and removing carbon
      • Leveraging CCUS principles: state of carbon reduction in the Middle East
      • Examining the synergy: How circular economy practices drive down carbon emissions and foster growth in the region
      Mohammad Abu Zahra, Head of Middle East and Africa (MEA) Region, Global CCS Institute
    • 11:00 Fireside chat: accelerating low carbon solutions beyond the abatement curve to stimulate economic growth • Strategies for investing in low carbon energy infrastructures to propel economic development
      • Techniques for outpacing traditional carbon reduction approaches to energize economic growth
      • The role of M&A and decarbonization assets: Optimizing strategies for effective and efficient carbon reduction strategies
      Moderator: Sofia Galas,
      Senior Consultant, Energy Transition & Cleantech, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Chris Wood, Chief Executive Officer, Rak Gas
      Semih Bucak, Head of Environmental Commodities, Enerjisa Commodities
    • 11:30 Networking break & Genuis Exchange
    Achieving low carbon hydrogen at scale

    • 12:00 Navigating dynamics: balancing hydrogen production costs and carbon Intensity • Exploring factors influencing production costs and strategies for optimization
      • Assessing the importance of carbon intensity in hydrogen production and its implications for sustainability
      • Establishing a Future of Hydrogen Production that Prioritizes Cost-Effectiveness and Low Carbon Footprint
      Alan Hayes, Head of Energy Transition Pricing, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 12:20 Panel: Interplay between hydrogen and natural gas: competition and cooperation • Gas and hydrogen interplay: the relationship between gas and hydrogen and its implications for emissions reduction on the supply and demand side
      • Analyzing the role of hydrogen producers in stimulating demand for lower methane-intensity gas
      • Evaluating the growing need for lower methane-intensity gas
      Moderator: Anna Galtsova, Senior Director European Gas Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Wen-Bin Qian, Executive Director, Large Projects Development, Linde
      Robin Mills, CEO, Qamar Energy
      Yasin Kasirga, Decarbonization Leader – Middle East & Africa, GE Vernova
    • 1:00 Networking lunch
    Revolutionizing the role and resources of green energy

    • 2:00 Exploring Hydrogen and its Derivatives in the Middle East Gauri Singh, Deputy Director General, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
    • 2:20 Panel: building the hydrogen ecosystem: where will the demand side industries thrive? • Global and regional trends in the hydrogen market
      • Demand projections for hydrogen in different sectors (transportation, industry, power generation, etc.)
      • Role of hydrogen in decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors
      • Investment trends in the hydrogen sector
      • The use of ammonia as transportation
      Moderator: Sebastiano Corrado Pizzinelli, Associate Director, Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights
      Ashwani Dudeja, Group President & Director, Green Hydrogen & Ammonia, Acme Group
      Olivia Barnes, Head of Low Carbon Commodities, EnBW Energie Baden-Wuerttemberg AG
      Gauri Singh, Deputy Director General, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
    • 3:00 Securing finance for viable projects – the steps to FID • Sources of financing for hydrogen projects public, private, multilateral
      • Financial incentives and subsidies for hydrogen development
      • Role of public-private partnerships in financing hydrogen infrastructure
      Badar Munir Chaudhry,
      Head of Energy Sector, Mashreq Mashreq
    • 3:20 Chair's closing remarks Michael Stoppard, Global Gas Strategy Lead & Special Advisor, S&P Global Commodity Insights
    • 3:30 End of MPGC

    MPGC in numbers


    Bringing together global market leaders to leverage on high level dialogue, knowledge sharing, networking opportunities and business development potential, MPGC attracts over 300 attendees from over 50 countries globally.

    Conference Co-Chairs


    Saif Al Falasi_NEW.jpgH. E. Saif Humaid Al Falasi,
    Group Chief Executive Officer, Emirates National Oil Company Limited (ENOC) LLC

    In his role as Chief Executive Officer of ENOC Group, His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi spearheads the implementation of the Group’s business growth strategy and operational excellence locally and internationally, in alignment with the vision and plans of the Government of Dubai.

    A 40-year veteran in the Oil & Gas industry; H.E Al Falasi has been instrumental in the evolution of ENOC to become a reputable and leading integrated energy player. He plays a key role in driving ENOC’s sustainable operations by nurturing an organizational culture that adopts clean energy in power generation and efficient utilization of assets across the Group’s operational units.

    In 2019, H.E. Al Falasi received the ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ at the inaugural Middle East Energy Awards for his immense contributions to the energy sector. He also received an honorary degree of Doctor of Engineering by Heriot-Watt University in Dubai as a recognition to his four decades of significant contribution to the energy industry in the region.

    dave-ernsberger_100.jpgDave Ernsberger,
    Head of Market Reporting & Trading Solutions, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Dave Ernsberger is Head of Market Reporting and Trading Solutions at S&P Global Commodity Insights. Based in London, he is responsible for managing Platts commodity price benchmarks worldwide, including market reporting, news coverage and exchange relationships, from well-established markets like oil and gas through to emerging market environments like new Energy Transition commodities and recycled materials.

    Dave has served in a variety of roles at Platts, including Head of Oil Content; Editorial Director for Asia (based in Singapore), and Houston Bureau Chief. He joined Platts in 1996 as a metals reporter in London, and launched coverage of Europe’s then-deregulating gas and electricity markets in 1999.



    MPGC 2024 Advisory Committee members:


    Hesham Ali Mustafa.pngHesham Ali Mustafa,
    Managing Director-Shared Services Centre, Group HR and NBD, Emirates National Oil Company Limited (ENOC) LLC

    Hesham Ali Mustafa is Managing Director of Shared Services Centre, Group HR & New Business Development (SSC, GHR & NBD) at ENOC Group. He is responsible for running the Group’s core multi-functional segment through strategic management and operational development, delivering significant value to the organization through skilled governance, service excellence and cost optimization measures, while generating revenue through international business expansion through the Group’s New Business Development role.

    Hesham has over 20 years’ experience in the energy sector. He joined ENOC Group in 2001 as Project Manager for ENOC’s refinery in Jebel Ali, then went on to manage ENOC’s gas business (EMGAS) & international business development, before his current appointment.

    He is also spearheading ENOC’s digital transformation strategy through ‘Next’, ENOC’s accelerator program, designed to unlock growth opportunities and tackle challenges in the energy sector through building new digital ventures for business-to-business and consumer categories.

    Fereidun Fesharaki.jpgDr. Fereidun Fesharaki,
    Chairman, FGE

    Dr. Fereidun Fesharaki is the Founder and Chairman of FGE. His work is well- recognized worldwide for pioneering oil and gas market analysis and studies of the Asia Pacific/Middle East energy markets since the early 1980s. He was elected a member of the Council on Foreign Relations in New York and the International Advisory Board of ENEOS Holdings. He was the 1993 President of the International Association for Energy Economics (IAEE). In 1995, he was elected a Senior Fellow of the US Association for Energy Economics for distinguished services in the field of energy economics. He received the Outstanding Contributions to the IAEE Award in 2012. Dr. Fesharaki is the recipient of the 2016 Adelman-Frankel Award from the US Association for Energy Economics (USAEE) for his unique and innovative contribution to the field of energy economics. He has been appointed to the National Petroleum Council beginning in 2008 and most recently re-appointed by the US Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm in 2022.

    John Roper.JPGJohn Roper,
    CEO Middle East,  Uniper Global Commodities SE

    John Roper is CEO Middle East, at Uniper Global Commodities SE’s, where he is responsible for furthering the development of Uniper’s commodities and corporate portfolio in the Middle East. He is an Energy Executive with 40 years’ experience in the energy industry working for independent energy and utility companies. He has spent the last 30 years in Regional Company Management and Business Development focused on the Middle East where he has a proven track record of delivering material projects. He has held several senior positions in the International Upstream, Trading, LNG and Hydrogen businesses. John has served as a Non-Executive Director, Chairman of the Remuneration Committee and Member of the Audit and Risk Committees of Caithness Petroleum PLC, a private Oil and Gas company in the UK and has served as a member of the Board of Directors of other offshore companies in the Middle East, North Africa and the Caspian.

    Renu Sharma,
    GM Middle East JV’s and Aviation & Country Chair – UAE, Chevron

    Renu Sharma is responsible for the International Products joint ventures and aviation business in the Middle East. She has 27 years of experience in a variety of roles of increasing responsibilities in Chevron. Over the course of her career, she steadily progressed through a series of downstream roles ranging from Marine Fuels, Supply and Trading, and managing the defense fuel and storage requirements globally outside the US. Between 2011 and 2017, Renu was based in Singapore, Chevron’s headquarters for the Downstream & Chemicals business operations in Asia Pacific. While in Singapore, Renu held the roles of Advisor to the President of International Products and General Manager of Special Projects and Joint Venture Board governance.

    In 2019, Renu was recognized as the first female country chair in Chevron in the middle east. In 2022, Renu was honored as one of Middle East’s most inspirational women in leadership.

    Lyn Tattum.jpgLyn Tattum,
    VP & Head of Events, Training & Media, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Lyn Tattum is Vice President, Head of Events, Training, and Media, at S&P Global Commodity Insights and Publisher of Chemical Week. Lyn’s early career was as a journalist, publisher, writer, and interviewer in the global chemical Industry. She is well known within the international chemical and plastics industry, interviewing CEOs, chairing conferences and roundtables, and regularly attending global industry events, where she has pioneered discussions on Sustainability, ESG and Diversity.

    Lyn recently launched The Chemical Leadership Circle to connect industry CEOs worldwide with critical information, providing an opportunity to network, raise awareness of key issues, and exchange ideas at a time of critical global change in economy, politics, society and business.



    MPGC 2024 Confirmed Speakers


    Mark ThomasHis Excellency Saeed Mohammed Ahmad Al Tayer, Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA),
    Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council for Energy and Group Chairman, ENOC Group Board

    H.E. Saeed Mohammed Ahmad Al Tayer has an overall experience of more than 35 years in the field of telecommunications, energy, water, infrastructure, oil, gas and industry. Under his leadership since 1992, DEWA group has achieved unprecedented success and is recognized today to be one of the most distinguished utilities world-wide. His Excellency founded several successful companies, notably Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (EMPOWER), Etihad Energy Services Company (Etihad ESCO), Mai Dubai, Digital DEWA among others and some of these are already market leaders. Most recently HE Al Tayer steered DEWA group in its historic IPO, which attracted overwhelming global demand and was oversubscribed 37 times.

    Ashwani Dudeja, President & Director (Green Hydrogen & Ammonia), Acme Group.jpgAshwani Dudeja,
    Group President & Director, Green Hydrogen & Ammonia, Acme Group

    Ashwani Dudeja is President and Director for ACME Group, leading the green hydrogen and ammonia business. Ashwani has nearly 30 years of marketing and business development experience in the energy sector and has worked across Asia and Europe in various functional and leadership roles. He has contributed to the development of gas and power markets, enabling policies, and regulatory frameworks by leveraging his rich global experience. Prior to joining ACME, Ashwani was heading the global LNG marketing business for ADNOC. Previously, he has worked for over 20 years with Shell and BG Group, and his last role was as the Country Head for Shell Energy India responsible for gas, LNG and power business of Shell in India.

    RashidRashid Al Mazrouei,
    Senior Vice President, Marketing, ADNOC Gas

    Rashid Al Mazrouei is the Senior Vice President Marketing at ADNOC Gas. His strategic role focuses on ADNOC Gas’s Marketing and Procurement activities. With over 20 years at the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Mr. Rashid has held a variety of managerial positions. In 2000, he began his career at ADNOC Gas where he carried out several roles in the Marketing department with a focus on market sales and research. In 2017, he was back at ADNOC Gas Headquarters as LNG Marketing Manager where he was responsible for sales, marketing, and the business development of LNG Production and was appointed as head of the Tokyo Office in 2010. In 2019, he was promoted to Vice President Strategy where he led the organizational strategy towards a new business model.

    Capt Mohamed Al Ali, Senior Vice President, Offshore Logistics, ADNOC Logistics & Services.jpgMohamed Al Ali,
    Senior Vice President, Offshore Logistics, ADNOC Logistics & Services

    Captain Mohamed Al Ali is the Senior Vice President, Operations (Offshore Logistics) at ADNOC Logistics and Services (L&S). In his current role at ADNOC L&S, he oversees the commercial logistics and operational activities of the ports, offshore supply and support fleet to provide end to end Offshore Logistics Solution to the customers including Warehousing, Material Handling, Port and Offshore Supply Operations. He has over 27 years of successful experience in oil and gas and shipping. He started his career as a deck cadet with National Gas Shipping Company Ltd (NGSCO), a wholly-owned subsidiary of ADNOC in 1996, and rose to become the first UAE National Master on an LNG carrier in 2008. Captain Al Ali was the Senior Vice President Ship Management at ADNOC Logistics and Services (L&S) since 2013. In his previous role at ADNOC L&S, he was overseeing the operations of ADNOC L&S’ shipping fleet, including LNG and LPG carriers and oil tankers as well as chemical, Sulphur and dry bulk carriers and containers. He spearheaded a number of joint energy efficiency and optimization projects.

    Gary Ross.jpgGary Ross,
    Chief Executive Officer, Black Gold Investors

    Dr Gary Ross, founder of PIRA, an international an international energy consulting firm retained by some 550 companies/governments in more than sixty countries around the world which was formed in 1976 and acquired by S&P Global in 2016. Dr. Ross spent roughly two years at S&P Global Platts as Head of Global Oil Analytics and Chief Energy Economist and is currently the CEO of Black Gold Investors LLC, a family investment company. Dr. Ross is a leading authority on worldwide energy markets. He led PIRA from its inception, building it into one of the most important firms in energy market analysis. He was responsible for short- and long-term oil market forecasts, overseeing all of the group’s published research. He is renowned for his accurate projections of major oil market price moves. He advised many governments on energy markets and energy policy issues, and is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

    Kuljit Ghata-Aura, President, Boeing Middle East, Turkiye and Central Asia.jpgKuljit Ghata-Aura,
    President, Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa and Central-Asia

    Kuljit Ghata-Aura is president of Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa and Central-Asia (METACA). He is responsible for coordinating all companywide activities in the region and developing and implementing country and regional strategies. Ghata-Aura focuses on government affairs, new business and industrial partnership opportunities, corporate citizenship projects, expanding the Boeing presence and strengthening company relationships with customers and other stakeholders. Ghata-Aura joined Boeing in 2010 and has progressed through several leadership positions. He most recently served as vice president and assistant general counsel for Boeing Global Services, from its inception in July 2017. He was responsible for the development and implementation of the strategy and activities of the legal and compliance teams including business structuring, transactional support, litigation and governance.

    Russell DMERussell Robertson,
    Chief Commercial Officer, Dubai Mercantile Exchange

    Russell Robertson joined the Dubai Mercantile Exchange in 2019 in a Strategic Development role in Dubai before becoming the Chief Commercial Officer now situated in Singapore, bringing his extensive knowledge and experience of Exchange Traded Derivatives amassed from 25 years in various roles across the full trade life cycle from Trading to Clearing. Prior to the DME, Russell was part of technology and operational product development with CME Group in London, leading a number of new product initiatives across a range of asset classes. Prior to this he held a similar role at ICE Clear Europe following a 10-year career as a Multi Asset Proprietary Derivatives Trader. In early 2024, DME announced that Saudi Tadawul Group would acquire a 32.6% stake in DME Holdings Limited, the parent company of Dubai Mercantile Exchange (DME), becoming the joint largest shareholder alongside CME Group. The investment by Saudi Tadawul Group brings together world-class strategic partners and expertise to accelerate DME’s growth potential, including CME Group, the Oman Investment Authority, and Dubai Holding alongside global financial and commercial shareholders. The partnership will unlock further opportunities in the energy, metals, and agricultural commodity markets and support the ongoing transition to a sustainable economy through the launch of next-generation derivative contracts.

    Ali Shehab, Global Director of Special Projects & Services, DNV Maritime.jpgAli Shehab,
    Global Director of Special Projects & Services, DNV Maritime

    Ali Shehab is DNV Global Director of Special Projects & Services - Maritime. His role is to streamline the regional and global ongoing projects and services, as well as, development of market share and strengthen the position of DNV in the maritime and oil & gas industries. Ali is a maritime professional actively serving the maritime industry for the past 38 years. He is also Member of the Board of Trustees of Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy and Member of Industry Advisory Board for the Marine Engineering Technology Programme at Sharjah Maritime Academy.

    Aarti Dange, Senior Customer Experience, Emerson Automation Solutions.jpgAarti Dange,
    Director of Customer Experience, Emerson Automation Solutions

    Aarti Dange leads the Customer Experience practice across Middle East & Africa at Emerson. Prior to this, she played a key role with our customers Digital Transformation efforts, helping them develop and execute tangible digital transformation roadmaps. With a background in Petroleum engineering and over two decades of experience in the Energy Industry, Aarti has authored several publications, and currently holds the position of Distinguished Lecturer for the Society of Petroleum Engineers, where she also chairs the Data Science and Engineering Analytics division for the SPE in the region. In addition to this, Aarti leads Emerson’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Middle East & Africa Chapter for Emerson.

    Alia Busamra, Chief Sustainability & Climate Change Officer, Emirates National Oil Company Limited (ENOC) LLC.jpgAlia Busamra,
    Chief Sustainability & Climate Change Officer, Emirates National Oil Company Limited (ENOC) LLC

    Alia Busamra is Chief Sustainability & Climate Change Officer at ENOC. She is currently managing the key corporate functions of energy transition and decarbonization, sustainability & climate change, and CSR. Alia is a successful leader with over 20 years of strong and multicultural corporate experience in the entire Oil & Gas supply chain within ENOC. Her experience encompasses the fields of Sustainability, Environment, Energy & Resource Management, CSR, Climate Change, Green Economy, Business & Operational Excellence, Performance Management, Capacity Building and Research & Development. As an accomplished leader in the field of Sustainability, she focuses on driving governance and policy formulation and advising across the gamut of Sustainability inclusive of administering periodical audits and assessments. Alia is recognized as an expert with proven success in improving and developing best practices by establishing conservational plans and sustainability performance targets. Over the years, Alia has successfully established Sustainability strategies by executing relevant policies, mandates, communicating and coordinating with the management and managing stakeholders to address sustainability issues..

    OliviaOlivia Barnes,
    Head of Low Carbon Commodities, EnBW Energie Baden-Wuerttemberg AG

    Olivia Barnes leads the low carbon commodities business at utility EnBW. Her focus is on commercialisation of upstream green and low-carbon molecule projects, working with infrastructure developers on the logistics chain and offering low carbon solutions for end use in Europe. Olivia has over two decades’ experience across the oil & gas, trading and utilities sectors.

    Semih Bucak, Head of Environmental Commodities, Enerjisa Commodities.JPGSemih Bucak,
    Head of Environmental Commodities, Enerjisa Commodities

    Semih Bucak, an economics major from Boğaziçi University, is a seasoned energy professional currently leading environmental commodities strategy at Enerjisa Commodities. With over a decade of experience spanning portfolio management, trading, market analysis, and environmental commodities.

    Alisa Newman Hood,
    Executive Vice President & General Counsel, Excelerate Energy

    Alisa Newman Hood is Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Excelerate Energy (NYSE: EE), a market leader in flexible LNG solutions. Previously, Alisa served as General Counsel of Akfel Commodities, parent company of the largest private importer of natural gas in Turkey, and prior to that, as General Counsel of Aluminium Bahrain. She began her legal career in the energy/project finance practice at White & Case LLP in New York. Since 2007, Alisa has been an adjunct professor at Georgetown Law, teaching a seminar on the international energy industry. From 2012 to 2016, she served as senior advisor to the US Special Envoy for International Energy Affairs at the State Department. She has published a number of op-eds and articles on energy-related topics, including in The Wall Street Journal, Foreign Affairs, Los Angeles Times, and South China Morning Post. She was previously a term member and is currently a life member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

    Iman Nasseri.JPGIman Nasseri,
    Managing Director, Middle East FGE

    Dr Iman Nasseri, Managing Director - Middle East, is based in Dubai. He received his PhD in Economics in the United States, focusing on energy economics, in 2013. In FGE, he is primarily focused on downstream oil and NGLs. Iman is responsible for Middle East oil research; he also works closely with the refining team and has been involved with FGE’s Annual World Refining Outlook since 2014. Since Jan 2018, as MD of Middle East, Iman has been in charge of the FGE analysis and coverage of the Middle East for oil, NGLs, and power. Iman holds a Master’s degree in Energy Systems Engineering from Sharif University of Technology in Iran, and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. He previously worked for Iran’s Institute for International Energy Studies (IIES), the research arm of the Ministry of Petroleum. Before relocating to FGE-London in 2014 as a full time consultant, Iman joined FGE's Hawaii office in 2009 on a part time basis, where he was involved with several refining and gas-related projects.

    newNaoufal Alami, Head of Commodities & Energy Transition Trading, First Abu Dhabi Bank.jpgNaoufal Alami,
    Head of Commodities & Energy Transition Trading, First Abu Dhabi Bank

    Naoufal Alami is the Global Head of Commodities and Energy Transition Trading at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) in the United Arab Emirates. He manages the bank’s commodities trading team, covering a wide range of commodity products including Oil, Carbon and Metals. Naoufal Alami has more than 15 years of experience in commodities, during which he held several commodities positions in the UK and the UAE. Before his tenure at FAB, Naoufal started his working career at JP Morgan before moving to BNP Paribas and then Deutsche Bank, ultimately culminating in his current position at FAB.

    Sarah Behbehani, VP Origination & Business Development, Freepoint Commodities.jpgSarah Behbehani,
    VP Origination and Business Development, Freepoint Commodities

    Biography coming soon.

    Yasin Kasirga, Decarbonization Leader, Middle East & Africa, GE Vernova.jpgYasin Kasirga,
    Decarbonization Leader – Middle East & Africa, GE Vernova

    Yasin Kasirga leads GE Vernova’s Decarbonization business covering Middle East & Africa. Yasin and his team are closely collaborating with GE Vernova's customers and partners to achieve their individual decarbonization/Net Zero targets, while keeping an eye on economic viability and supporting them in strengthening their position for a decarbonized energy future. The collaborative decarbonization solutions span over a wide range of ready-to-deploy as well as emerging/ innovative solutions; from pre-combustion decarbonization through low- carbon/no carbon fuels to post-combustion carbon capture technologies. Yasin has 18+ years of technical and commercial experience in strategy, business development, execution, marketing and sales, with a strong track record of developing/selling/building more than 5 GW of gas plants and more than 6 GW Renewables (hydro, solar, geothermal and 25+ Wind Power Plants) within Europe, Middle East and Africa. He has been in leadership roles with increasing responsibilities within GE, leading Sales for Wind and Hydro, leading Market Development for the Hybrids Business, and leading Project Execution for Wind projects covering the MENAT region. Most recently, Yasin has served as a Senior Energy Advisor and Member of the Energy Transition Team leading the initiatives under COP28 Climate Conference at the Office of the UAE Presidency Climate Change Special Envoy, where he led the “Tripling Renewable Energy and Doubling Energy Efficiency” pledge, along with supporting the Oil & Gas Decarbonization Charter, Industrial Decarbonization Alliance. He was one of the co-authors of the report "TRIPLING RENEWABLE POWER AND DOUBLING ENERGY EFFICIENCY BY 2030 - CRUCIAL STEPS TOWARDS 1.5°C" issued by the COP28 Presidency, IRENA, and the Global Renewables Alliance.

    Carsten_Ladekjr_100.pngCarsten Ladekjaer,
    CEO, Glander International Bunkering

    Carsten Ladekjaer is CEO of Glander International Bunkering. He has worked in the bunker industry since 1995. Since then he has held various Chief Executive roles in different companies, all operating worldwide serving customers with Bunkers, Marine Lubricants and Risk Management solutions. Lately, his current employer Glander International Bunkering has ventured into New Fuels & Carbon Markets, in which they serve customers from all over the world with products and advisory services. With his extensive background, Carsten is a sought after & well-reputed speaker and panellist at industry events around the world..

    AmitAmit Thusu,
    Senior Director-Climate Action, Global Carbon Council

    Amit Thusu has been instrumental in designing, establishing, and operating a CORSIA approved carbon market Program called Global Carbon Council (GCC). He leads day-to-day operations of the GCC and oversees and supervises teams and functions, including Governance management, Project assessment (Registration – Issuance), Verifier management, Regulatory development, CORSIA/ICROA accreditation, IT & digitization initiatives, Registry operations, linking exchanges/platforms and new initiatives, partnerships and collaborations. Amit has a working experience of over 23+ years in Carbon Markets and Sustainability. Previously he has worked with United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC in Germany) on Clean Development Mechanisms, Det Norske Veritas (DNV in India) on third-party audit and verification of Green House Gas reduction projects (CDM, JI, Voluntary programs, GHG protocol, ISO 14064).

    MohammadMohammad Abu Zahra,
    Head of Middle East and Africa (MEA) Region, Global CCS Institute

    Prof. Mohammad Abu Zahra joined the Global CCS Institute in January 2022 as Head of Middle East North Africa (MENA) region, bringing 18 years of deep experience and international expertise in the Carbon Capture field. Prof. Abu Zahra is also an experienced university professor and a current member of the UN Council of Engineers for Energy Transition (CEET). Previous responsibilities included the management of projects in carbon dioxide capture and CCS integrated systems, consultancy, chemical engineering, and process design. Prior to joining the Institute, Prof. Abu Zahra worked as a professor and CO2 capture research leader at Masdar Institute and Khalifa University (2011-2022). He worked at the International Energy Agency Greenhouse Gas R&D Programme (IEAGHG) as a project manager for the carbon capture and integrated energy systems team.

    Ed Morse (1).jpgEd Morse,
    Senior Advisor & Commodities Strategist, Hartree Partners

    Edward L Morse is Senior Advisor at Hartree Partners. Previously, he was Global Head of Commodities Research at Citi. He held similar positions at Lehman and Credit Suisse, taught at Princeton, Columbia and Johns Hopkins Universities, worked at the Council on Foreign Relations, served as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Policy, and in management at Phillips Petroleum. A co-founder of PFC Energy, a former publisher at Energy Intelligence, he also worked at Hess Energy Trading, predecessor to Hartree Partners. As a consultant he helped design Yemen's oil pricing policy and assisted the UN Security Council on the design and negotiation of the Iraqi Oil-for-Food Program among other assignments. He writes op-eds for the FT, NY Times, Wall Street Journal and Washington Post and often comments at Bloomberg TV and CNBC. He has been a Senior Fellow of both the USAEE and the IEEJ and was named by Petroleum Economist as among the ten most prominent individuals in energy finance.

    Alexander IBIAAlexander Prokopakis,
    Executive Director, IBIA

    Alexander Prokopakis is the Executive Director of IBIA. Under the direction of IBIA’s Chair and Board he is leading the Secretariat, heading all the activities of the organization and he is responsible for the overall management of the Association. Alexander was the founder, CEO and the architect of probunkers. Prior to founding probunkers, he served Mamidakis Brothers Group as a senior executive, leading all of the Group’s Shipping, Bunkering and Aviation activities, through its respective companies: JetOil, JetTank and STYGA Compania Naviera. Mr. Prokopakis has over 25 years of professional experience in leadership positions, over which he has attained deep knowledge and expertise mainly in the industry of shipping and bunkering.

    Bosoni_Toril_180x180.pngToril Bosoni,
    Head of Oil Industry and Markets Division, International Energy Agency

    Toril Bosoni is the Head of the Oil Markets Division at the Paris-based International Energy Agency and has been tracking international oil market developments for the IEA for over two decades. She is the editor of the agency’s flagship Oil Market Report and Medium-Term Oil Market Report. She is also a regular contributor to the IEA’s World Energy Outlook and World Energy Investments and plays a lead role in the agency’s essential work on energy security. Toril obtained her BA in International Economics & Business Administration at the American University of Paris (AUP) and has undertaken extensive training in econometrics and energy economics. Toril is originally from Stavanger, Norway.

    dave-ernsberger_100.jpgGauri Singh,
    Deputy Director General, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

    Gauri Singh is the Deputy Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency. Ms. Singh brings more than 30 years of experience in policy, advocacy and project implementation within the field of renewable energy and sustainable development from India and the internationally. Prior to joining IRENA, Ms. Singh worked within India’s federal government and at the apex level within provincial government. Federally, she was responsible for leading the development of the National Solar Mission of India policy in 2010, an early policy framework designed to drive solar power development across the country. At the Madhya Pradesh provincial Government, Ms. Singh steered rural development providing strategic planning and implementation guidance across the state for large initiatives. Her work involved poverty reduction and sustainable development within rural communities.

    Wen-BinWen-Bin Qian,
    Executive Director, Large Projects Development, Linde

    Wen-Bin Qian is Executive Director, Large Projects Development, responsible for Linde’s investment projects in Middle East, based in Dubai, UAE. Mr. Qian joined Linde in 2005 as Director of Business Development in Germany, China and Singapore, focusing on large onsite investment projects. In 2014 he was appointed to lead Linde’s industrial gas investments in China and was later on named Vice President of Business Development for Linde’s industrial gas investments in ASEAN, India and South Pacific in 2015. Before moving to Dubai, Mr Qian has been Vice President of Clean Hydrogen APAC from 2020 to 2024, heading Linde’s investment activities in clean hydrogen as well as decarbonization across Asia Pacific. Prior to joining Linde, Mr. Qian worked as a Proposal Manager for Foster Wheeler (now Wood), in Singapore. Mr. Qian holds a master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Singapore and a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Zhejiang University in China.

    Badar Munir Chaudhry.jpgBadar Munir Chaudhry,
    Head of Energy Sector, Mashreq

    Badar Munir Chaudhry is the Head of Energy Sector at Mashreq's Corporate and Investment Banking Group in Dubai. Mr. Chaudhry has over 25 years experience, starting as a Relationship Manager for Large Corporates at Mshreq. Mr. Chaudhry was tasked by Mashreq to setup the Energy Sector where he is currently overseeing a portfolio of Corporate Relationships operating in the Energy Space. Mr. Chaudhry has been successful in building upon Mashreq strong credentials & market excellence in the Trade Finance domain; all the while enriching the product and services applicable for the Sector. Mr. Chaudhry is adept at managing corporate relationships by offering wholesale corporate banking solutions, including structured trade finance, receivables finance, and corporate finance. His many accomplishments include origination of landmark Corporate Finance transactions which have been awarded multiple awards and recognitions.

    FreidrichFriedrich Danzinger,
    Vice President Refining JV Management MEA, OMV Downstream

    Friederich Danzinger is Vice President for the OMV Downstream assets in the MEA area and manages the asset part of the non operated ventures of OMV, ADNOC Refining and PARCO Pakistan. He is also board member of the Pakistan Refinery and Pipeline companies PARCO and PAPCO. Friedrich has joined OMV since 1991. He is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP, PMI) and has conducted several executive management courses at IMD, ASHRIDGE.

    RobinRobin Mills,
    CEO, Qamar Energy

    Robin Mills established Qamar Energy in Dubai in 2015 to meet the need for regionally-based Middle East energy insight and project delivery. He is an expert on energy strategy and economics. Robin worked for fourteen years for Shell and the Dubai government, concentrating on new business development in the Middle East energy sector. He is non-resident fellow at the Columbia University SIPA Center on Global Energy Policy, the author of two books, The Myth of the Oil Crisis, and Capturing Carbon, and editor of Low Carbon Energy in the Middle East and North Africa. He is the columnist on energy and environmental issues at The National newspaper (Abu Dhabi), and comments widely on energy issues in the media, including Foreign Policy, the Financial Times, The Atlantic, CNN, CNBC, BBC, Bloomberg, Sky News and others. He holds a first-class degree in Geology from the University of Cambridge, and speaks five languages including Arabic.

    Chris WoodChris Wood,
    CEO, Rak Gas

    Chris Wood Chief Executive Officer, RAK Gas LLC In April 2022, Chris took the reins of RAK Gas as CEO. Under his leadership, RAK Gas has spearheaded initiatives aimed at supporting sustainable and diverse energy solutions for Ras Al Khaimah and parts of East Africa. Beyond the confines of RAK Gas, Chris holds the role of Chief Executive of the RAK Petroleum Authority, ensuring the longevity of Ras Al Khaimah’s petroleum sector through strategic oversight and regulatory standards. Featuring a track record of global excellence, with over 20 years of experience, he has successfully turned around Uniper’s Middle East operations, strengthened PetroChina International’s footprint in London, and undertaken influential roles in INEOS, P&O, Orica, Rio Tinto, and CS Energy. Having worked in Switzerland, the UK, South Africa, and Australia, Chris brings the value of a global perspective to RAK Gas. Not only is Chris accomplished in his professional life, but he is also an avid marathon runner, embodying resilience, and discipline. As a father of three, his commitment to leading RAK Gas is not just for today, but for the future of the next generation.

    Scott Nelson.jpgScott Nelson,
    President & Head of Trading, Refinery Feedstocks & Products, Reliance International Limited

    Scott Nelson is President and Head of Trading Refinery Feedstocks & Products for Reliance International, based in Dubai. Scott traded for Cargill in Singapore and Geneva. He joined Total in Geneva where he traded middle distillates globally before becoming global trading head for Socar Trading SA in Geneva. Prior to joining Reliance, he was President of Oil and gas for BP Middle East & East Africa. Scott has a degree in economics from the University of Melbourne.

    newCarmen López-Contreras González, Trading Research & Analysis Head, Repsol.jpgCarmen López-Contreras González,
    Trading Research & Analysis Head, Repsol

    Carmen Lopez-Contreras is Trading Strategy and Market Intelligence Manager at Repsol. She has more than 15 years of experience in the energy business. She started her career in the ExxonMobil Supply and Distribution Department in 2000, specializing in hydrocarbon contract negotiation, supply optimization, and inventory control. In 2008, Carmen joined the Controller’s Department at CLH (Today, Exolum) in Spain, where she specialized in financing analysis and reporting. In 2010 joined Stream (Repsol-Gas Natural LNG) at the Strategic Planning department and acquired a deep knowledge of gas and LNG global markets and specialized in gas spot prices evolution. Carmen joined Repsol in 2014 as a Senior Gas/LNG Analyst and moved to her current position in 2019.

    Patrick Dugas.jfifPatrick Dugas,
    Vice President, LNG Trading, TotalEnergies Gas & Power

    Patrick Dugas is Vice President LNG Trading in TotalEnergies Gas & Power Limited (TEGP), based in Geneva and is currently managing the worldwide Trading LNG Portfolio of TotalEnergies with the offices of Geneva, Singapore and Houston. He is also working in coordination with the LNG Shipping division and the Business Development of the global LNG activities of TotalEnergies. Patrick has been involved in LNG industry for more than 15 years with past experience in power, emission & natural gas trading. He also previously run the West African Trading desk of TotalEnergies Trading SA in Geneva dealing with refined products as LPG, kerosene, gasoline, gasoil, fuel and bitumen. He has over 20 years of global experience in the energy industry with a particular focus on Risk Management.

    MaryamMaryam Ali AlBalooshi,
    UAE lead Negotiator for Aviation Climate Change- Environment Manager, UAE General Civil Aviation Authority

    Maryam Al Balooshi is UAE lead Negotiator for Aviation Climate Change- Environment Manager for UAE General Civil Aviation Authority. Maryam is a seasoned aviation and environmental leader with experiece dating back to 2006 when she founded and le the first Aviation Environment department in the region making her the first Arab expert in the field of aviation climate change and environment. Prior to her curren role, Maryam held the position of Environmental Manager of Dubai Airports Company. She was elected to be CAEP-ICAO Vice Chair in 2023, making her once again the first Arab female expert in the Middle East to lead this role. Maryam is also a recognised author, columnist and international artist.

    Peter AbdoPeter Abdo,
    Chief Commercial Officer LNG & Global Origination, Uniper Global Commodities SE

    Peter Abdo is Chief Commercial Officer, Global LNG for Uniper Global Commodities UK Ltd. He is responsible for the Uniper portfolio spanning LNG trading, origination & shipping, renewable PPA's and international hydrogen. Peter has over 25 years of global commodity experience working in Europe, Asia and the United States.

    Michael CurranMichael Curran,
    Global Head of Carbon, Vitol

    Michael Curran is Head of Emissions Trading at Vitol, who has established its carbon trading desk. Previously he held various trading positions at Cargill across the company’s energy and sugar business. Curran holds a degree in PPE from Oxford University and an Executive MBA from Aix-Marseille Graduate School of Management.

    Kieran Gallagher.pngKieran Gallagher,
    Managing Director, Vitol Bahrain

    Kieran Gallagher joined Vitol in 2003 and has over 20 years’ experience in an oil trading environment.  Prior to a move to Bahrain in 2012, he worked in both Vitol’s London and Singapore offices, fulfilling roles across the clean product slate.  He is currently Managing Director of Vitol’s Bahrain office which is the base for much of the company’s Middle East and East African trading business and operations. Kieran holds an MA in Economics from Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh.

    Carlos Pascual-2023.jpgCarlos Pascual,
    SVP Global Energy & International Affairs, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Carlos Pascual leads the integration of geopolitics, energy, climate change and markets for S&P Global Commodity Insights. He works with clients globally on the geopolitical challenges and opportunities that drive energy security, sustainability and affordability. Mr. Pascual also leads S&P Global Commodity Insights businesses in Latin America. Mr Pascual was previously US Ambassador to both Mexico and Ukraine and was Special Assistant to the US President for Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia on the National Security Council. As the former US Energy Envoy and Coordinator for International Energy Affairs at the State Department, Mr. Pascual established and directed the Energy Resources Bureaus and served as the Senior Advisor to the Secretary of State on energy issues. Earlier, Mr Pascual created the position of Coordinator for Reconstruction and Stabilization in the State Department, establishing the first civilian response capacity to conflicts. Mr Pascual is also a distinguished fellow at the Atlantic Council.

    Deb Ryan - 200x200.jpgDeb Ryan,
    Head of Emissions Insight, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Deb Ryan is the Head of Emissions Insight for S&P Global Commodity Insights, a division of S&P Global and the leading provider of information and benchmarks for the energy and commodities markets. Based in Denver, Deb leads the team which focuses on emissions analytics and insights across global commodity markets. Deb brings almost 20 years of emissions, carbon and upstream oil industry experience, having worked in different roles at S&P Global, oil and gas operators, and in consulting. Deb also joined the Colorado University at Denver faculty in 2022, teaching “Carbon Markets for Business” as part of the Global Energy Management Masters program. Deb is a Professional Engineer in Colorado and Texas with a Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering and Masters degree in Petroleum Engineering, both from Curtin University in Australia, and an MBA from Penn State, US. Deb serves on the International Board of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) and previously served as the Treasurer for the Women’s Energy Network Foundation.

    Jim Burkhard, Vice President, Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights.jpgJim Burkhard,
    Global Head Crude Oil & Mobility Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Jim Burkhard, Vice President, Oil Markets, Energy & Mobility at S&P Global, is recognized as one of the world’s top analysts on global oil markets, scenarios, and on the future of energy and transportation. Jim has over 25 years of experience in energy market research and analysis. He is responsible for the development and coordination of S&P Global (previously IHS Markit) research, insights and messages for global and regional crude oil markets and energy scenarios. His expertise covers geopolitics, industry dynamics, global energy demand and supply, and mobility trends. Jim is a principal leader in the creation and development of global energy scenarios that bring together the entirety of the firm’s energy research to form an integrated global outlook for the future of energy.

    Daniel Evans SPG CI.jpgDaniel Evans,
    VP, Global Head Fuels & Refining, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Daniel Evans is Global Head Fuels and Refining at S&P Global Commodity Insights. The team Daniel leads is responsible for our global and regional short-term refined product supply, demand, price and margin outlooks and detailed downstream market research. Daniel’s team also contributes to long-term forecasting efforts and delivers global base oil and lubricants and fuel retail research. Daniel has been involved in developing our work on the future of energy and mobility and lead studies focused on decarbonization pathways for trucking, aviation and shipping.

    Anna Galtsova.pngAnna Galtsova,
    Senior Director, European Gas ResearchS&P Global Commodity Insights

    Anna Galtsova is a senior research director with the Gas, Power, and Renewables group at S&P Commodity Insights, focusing on the analysis of broad trends in gas supply, demand , export, import as well as project economics in Europe and Eurasia. Anna has participated in a number of long-term planning projects for the strategy departments of multiple IOCs as well as the ministries of energy and the ministries of finance. She is the author of numerous strategic publications on European and Eurasian gas industry fundamentals analysis and long-term forecasting, including supply, demand, exports (pipeline, LNG), and regulation. Ms. Galtsova regularly speaks at S&P Energy Briefings as well as CERAWeek. She is also regularly invited as a speaker at key industry events in Europe, Eurasia and Asia. Prior to joining IHS Markit, Anna was an equity analyst at Russian investment bank Renaissance Capital, where she covered the oil sector in Central Asia. She also worked at the Russian consulting company ERTA Analytical Group, where she conducted in-depth analysis of the Russian gas market, including asset valuation, supply/demand forecast modeling, pricing outlooks, transportation issues, and market rules and regulation.

    Michael Stoppard 150.jpgMichael Stoppard,
    Global Gas Strategy Lead, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Michael Stoppard is Global Gas Strategy Lead & Special Advisor with S&P Global. He is a member of the S&P Global Commodity Insights (SPG_CI) Leadership Team and also sits on the gas, power and climate solutions management team. Previously, he spent a decade as Chief Strategist Global Gas at HIS Markit, and Vice Chairman CERAWeek, the world’s premier annual energy conference. Prior to that, he led the global gas team at IHS CERA.

    newUmesh Patil, Director Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights.jpegUmesh Patil,
    Director, Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Umesh Patil is the Director of Consulting at S&P Global Commodity Insights in Dubai. He has over 11 years of experience in R&D, technology, and business development. In his current role, Umesh focuses on the future of energy, specializing in low-carbon solutions like Biofuels, SAF, eFuels, hydrogen and ammonia economies, carbon capture and utilization, and Power-to-X technologies. Umesh has a diverse background, having worked on projects of all sizes, from the molecular level to large-scale megawatt projects. He has deep experience in the unique energy ecosystems of both Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

    Mohanraj.jpgMohanraj Subramanian,
    Director, Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Mohanraj Subramanian is the Consulting Director of S&P Global Commodity Insights team in Dubai. He has offered consulting services to clients in the oil markets, midstream, and downstream sectors of the industry. He has gained distinct techno-functional expertise through 21 years of work experience in market-leading research and consulting firms and operating companies in the energy industry. Mohan advises public and private downstream clients across the Middle East and South Asia regions and has led multi-million-dollar consulting engagements spanning strategy, market analysis, technical-economic studies, and due diligence.

    Rahul Kapoor-360.jpgRahul Kapoor,
    VP, Head of Shipping Research & Analytics, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Rahul Kapoor is the Global Lead, Shipping Analytics & Research at Fuels, Chemicals, and Resource Solutions (FCRS) for S&P Global Commodity Insights. Based in Singapore, he heads an integrated shipping analytics research and data science teams. As a business lead, he is responsible for the growth of analytics products in Cargo & Vessel Intelligence and Freight Market Analytics. AA subject matter expert in the maritime industry and financial markets, Rahul is a thought leader with proven credentials in market analysis forecasting, shipping economics, and commodity market developments. He is a regular speaker at major conferences and client events globally and is frequently interviewed by both print and visual media. Most recently, he was at Bloomberg Intelligence and earlier headed Drewry Financial Research Services Ltd. He has also worked as a senior equities analyst at RS Platou Markets and Nomura.

    Shane WhippleShane Whipple,
    Low Carbon Analytics - Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Shane Whipple is a Low Carbon Markets Analyst on S&P Global Commodity Insights Energy Transition team, currently focused on upstream/downstream oil production and flaring emissions. During his tenure at S&P Global, Shane has worked as a data analyst to automate our internal natural gas and LNG models. He’s also worked as a data visualization analyst to create user interfacing BI dashboards for North American natural gas, Global Integrated Energy Model and Freight Rate Shipping Routes. Prior to working at S&P Global, Shane worked for the Department of Environmental Quality as an Emissions Inventory and Modeling Engineer.

    Sophie Byron, Global Director, Biofuels Pricing, S&P Global Commodity Insights.jpgSophie Byron,
    Global Director, Biofuels Pricing, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Sophie Byron is Global Director biofuels pricing at S&P Global, based in London she heads a growing team of market reporters. Sophie’s team are responsible for benchmark ethanol and biodiesel coverage across the globe as well as the new and dynamic markets such as sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel. In addition the biofuels pricing team also assess and publish prices on key feedstock markets such as used cooking oil, sugar and vegetable oils. Sophie spent eight years based in Houston, TX leading the S&P Global Platts Americas Agriculture pricing team, with a team of 10 full -time pricing specialists that covered the benchmark biofuel, renewable fuel, sugar, oilseeds and grain markets in North and South America. Sophie joined S&P Global in 2010 as a front line price reporter in the London oil team focusing on refined products. Under her tenure Platts has expanded into renewable fuel, grain and oilseed coverage in America, Brazil and Argentina. Sophie holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from The University of Nottingham, and a master’s degree in international finance from Kingston University.

    Kang Wu Kang Wu,
    Global Head of Oil Demand Research, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Kang Wu has decades of analytics, consulting and research experience for studies of energy security, demand, supply, trade and policies as well as energy transition with a special emphasis on oil and gas. Kang currently heads global macro and oil demand research at S&P Global Commodity Insights and is a member of the Global Leadership Team. Prior to that, he was a program director and senior research fellow at King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in charge of research on global oil, gas and coal markets with a particular focus on the Middle East, South Asia and North Africa. Kang previously held vice chairman, managing director, senior advisor, senior fellow and other roles for many years at FGE, an international energy consultancy, and the East-West Center in the US, a research institution established by the US Congress, conducting economic, energy and environmental studies on the Asia-Pacific region and Latin America.

    Sebastian-Borgarello.pngSebastiano Corrado Pizzinelli,
    Associate Director, Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Sebastiano Corrado Pizzinelli is Associate Director at S&P Global Commodity Insights. He is an Italian aerospace and petroleum engineer with over 12 years of international experience across oil and gas and consulting.

    Philip Vorobyov.jpgPhilip Vorobyov,
    Director, Global Gas & LNG Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Philip Vorobyov is Consulting Director for Gas and LNG at S&P Global. He has over 20 years of experience in energy company strategy and business development with a focus on global gas markets. He was formerly head of business development and communications at JKX Oil & Gas, an independent E&P company with operations in Ukraine, Russia and Hungary. Prior to that, Philip worked for TNK-BP Gas & Power division where he performed a number of senior roles including head of strategy, business development and regulatory affairs. He was also Associate Director for Russian and Caspian Energy at Cambridge Energy Research Associates (CERA). Philip holds an MA from Harvard University and a BS from Georgetown University.

    Sanjay SharmaSanjay Sharma,
    Vice President, Head of Global Chemical Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Sanjay Sharma is Head of Global Chemical Consulting for S&P Global Commodity Insights. He is responsible for managing the Global Chemical Consulting team, developing Chemical Consulting Strategy, and ensuring its successful implementation. Sanjay has more than 30+ years of experience in the industry with extensive consulting, energy transition, strategy development, feasibility studies, competitive analysis, M&A, and due diligence experience. He has actively participated in developing strategy, improving business performance, developing and managing joint ventures and alliances, and engaging in mergers and acquisitions. Previously, Sanjay worked for five years for SABIC where he held an investment planner position. Prior to that Sanjay worked for ten years for IPCL (now part of Reliance Industries Limited) where he held a variety of Polyolefins project and operations roles. In addition to a consulting role, Sanjay has conducted several training courses and is a frequent speaker at various industry forums. Sanjay received his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering and a master’s degree in business administration.

    Spencer.jfifSpencer Welch,
    Global Head Oil Markets-Midstream & Downstream Consulting, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Spencer Welch has spent 30 years working in the downstream oil industry, 17 years with BP and then Petroplus and 13 years with S&P Global. He now leads the S&P Global Commodity Insight global downstream (oil-markets midstream & downstream) consulting team and is based in London.

    Sofia Galas, Senior Consultant, Energy Transition & Cleantech, S&P Global Commodity Insights.jpgSofia Galas,
    Senior Consultant, Energy Transition & Cleantech, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Sofia Galas is a Senior Consultant with Energy Transition and Clean Technology Consulting based in Dubai, supporting various projects in the energy space, mostly focusing on hydrogen. She joined SGPCI 5 years ago as a research analyst, covering gas and power markets in the CIS region. Before joining SGPCI, Sofia worked for a venture capital fund and then a major oil company in Russia, analyzing new technologies in the oil and gas industry.

    Alan Hayes (resized).jpgAlan Hayes,
    Global Head of Energy Transition Pricing, S&P Global Commodity Insights

    Alan Hayes is Global Head of Pricing for Energy Transition at Platts. He has almost 20 years of experience working for price reporting agencies much of which has been dedicated to building markets for new and expanding commodities across a wide range of energy and petrochemical markets. In his current role Alan, engages with market participants, governments and regulators to create markets for hydrogen, and other decarbonising commodities like low carbon crude, low carbon gas and guarantees of origin with the goal of developing market based pricing and market intelligence that can help to facilitate the energy transition to a low carbon economy. Alan’s academic background is in economics, and he holds a Master of Science from UCL in Environmental Economics and Natural Resource Management




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    Become a sponsor

    Demonstrate your strengths, raise your company profile, and maximize your ROI as we bring key industry players and decision-makers to you. At S&P Global Commodity Insights MPGC, each sponsor has the opportunity to showcase their products and services, and distinguish themselves from the competition. We offer a full range of opportunities and packages, and can even tailor solutions to suit your needs.

    Download our event sponsorship prospectus for 2024 and reach out to learn more about our events.

    Contact us to start a conversation about your goals and how you can lead the pack as an event sponsor:

    Sheryl Tan,
    [email protected]

     

    Pricing


    Early Bird Rate
    Register by March 22
    Standard Rate
    Register by May 17
    Delegate
    $1,975    
    $2,295    
    Training course
    $1,400    
    $1,750    

    Rates are in USD and are not inclusive of local taxes or VAT. EMEA Region event terms and conditions apply. Please note training courses are seperately bookable from main conference.

    * See FAQs for details on registering at this special rate.




    View full event terms and conditions

    Click here to view the full event terms and conditions, then use the drop-down menu to select the applicable event category.

    Venue


    S&P Global Commodity Insights MPGC will be held on May 20-22, 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre.

    Address:P.O. Box 482032, DIFC, Dubai, UAE
    Tel: +971 4 372 2607
    Email: [email protected]
    Website: www.ritzcarlton.com
    Please note: Your conference registration does not include accommodation. A limited number of rooms have been reserved for conference attendees at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre at a discounted group rate.
    Please note that these rates apply for the nights of May 19-22, 2024. The discounted room rate will be available until April 20, 2024 – or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first.

    Room Rates:
    The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre
    Superior Bedroom (Single occupancy): 1190 AED
    Superior Bedroom (Double occupancy): 1290 AED


    To book please click here: Book your group rate for SPGCI – MPGC. All rates quoted are in [AED], per room, per night and include breakfast. Rates are subject to all taxes and fees and AED 20 Tourism Dirham fee per room per night. Rates are inclusive of wireless internet in guest rooms. If cancellation or amendment after 45 days prior to arrival 100% cancellation fee will apply. Credit card details required upon reservation. Any no show will also be charged full stay. Last date to book is 20 April 2024. Shall you encounter any difficulties with the link please contact group reservations directly at [email protected].

    **Please note: S&P Global Commodity Insights is not associated with any third-party reservation agents. Making any reservations through a third party may put your credit at risk of a compromise. To make your reservation, please contact the hotel directly.

    Click here to view the full event terms and conditions, then use the drop-down menu to select the applicable event category.


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    FAQs

    How to register

    We offer three easy ways to register:

    Online: Click here to register now

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7176 6111

    Payment forms accepted

    We accept payment by credit card for this event.

    How to obtain a letter of invitation to apply for a travel visa

    We can provide you with a letter of invitation to apply for a travel visa, which you should then send to the appropriate consulate or embassy of the event location. Please note:

    • — Your registration fee must be paid in full before a letter of invitation can be issued. There are no exceptions.
    • — Payment is considered full once money is posted to an order. Credit card payments are immediate. Wire transfer payments require at least 5 business days. Check payments require at least 10 business days.
    • — The visa application process can take weeks or even months, depending on the countries involved and time of year, so you should consider registering and paying as early as possible.

    Once full payment has been made, please contact Customer Service to request a letter of invitation:

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7176 6111

    Networking app

    Event registration includes access to the networking app, available for your smartphone, tablet, and desktop (both iOS and Android). We'll send registrants details about logging in to the app as soon as it goes live. Please note that your registration must be paid in full to receive access.

    Substitution policy (how to transfer your registration to a colleague)

    If you’re not able to attend, we’re happy to transfer your registration to a member of your organization at no cost, up to 2 business days in advance of the event. Requests must be received in writing via email to [email protected], and are subject to approval. For assistance, you may also reach out by phone: +44 (0)20 7176 6111

    Cancellation policy

    If you're not able to attend or send a colleague in your place, we accept cancellations and provide refunds if received in writing to [email protected] at least 30 days before the event. In the event of non-attendance, the full invoice fee will be payable.

    Sponsorship opportunities

    We offer a variety of standard and tailor-made sponsorship opportunities to fit your marketing and business-to-business needs—and your budget. Please reach out directly to the Business Development Manager for this event:

    Sheryl Tan

    Phone: +65 8498 8599

    Email: [email protected]

    Speaking opportunities

    We're always looking for the best voices in the industry to share their experience and perspective on opportunities, challenges, and trends. Please reach out directly to the Conference Producer to discuss availability and suitability:

    Fatma Tong

    Phone: +65 8163 8137

    Email: [email protected]

    Press passes

    We allow accredited media writing on behalf of major industry publications to cover the event at no charge. Please reach out to the contact below for press pass approval.

    Charlotte Hawkes Parker

    Phone: +44 (0)7790 950291

    Email: [email protected]

    Event terms and conditions

    Click here to view the full event terms and conditions, then use the drop-down menu to select the EMEA Region event category.