20-22 May 2013 | La Jolla, California

Each May for twenty-two years, the Institute of the Americas has convened a high-level hemispheric energy summit known as "The La Jolla Conference". With the monumental changes underway across the energy sector in our hemisphere, this year's program will again be at the forefront of shaping critical energy policy discussions and assessing key trends.

20-22 May 2013 | London

The World XTL Summit unites the major players across the entire value chain and provides invaluable networking opportunities, as well as the latest developments in strategies, policies and technologies that are determining the future of gas, coal and biomass to liquids.

For further information please contact Sofia Barros at +44 20 7978 0028, email sbarros@thecwcgroup.com or visit the website at www.cwcxtl.com.

21-22 May 2013 | Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan Gas Congress is officially organised by the National Gas Company of Turkmenistan, TurkmenGas, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan and Summit Trade Events (UK).The congress will present an opportunity for local and international gas community to discuss development of Turkmenistan's gas resources.

21-23 May 2013 | Paris, France

For the 13th consecutive year, the region’s most established meeting, CIS Oil & Gas Summit returns to Paris 21-23 May 2013.

More than 45 senior-level speakers and 250+ delegates from 29 countries will come together to define the future of exploration and production in Russia and the Caspian region.

21 May-23 July 2013 | Houston, Texas

The 3rd Proppants Summit: Supply Chain Evolution will provide an exceptional venue for various decision-makers from across the entire proppants value chain to meet, network, and report on the progress they are making in addressing the key supply, logistical, technical and regulatory challenges. Proppant suppliers, E&P and field service providers, transportation companies and regulators will come together to develop relationships, pursue opportunities, and determine the next steps forward. This cutting-edge 2013 Summit in its 3rd rendition will include vital information from regulatory officials and industry players who will discuss potential impacts of new health and safety regulations on day-to-day operations.

23-24 May 2013 | Shenzhen, China

CDMC Events will be presenting the 7th Deepwater China Convention 2013 on 23-24 May 2013 in Shenzhen, China. It will be a one-stop platform to picturing policy and development trend of Chinese deepwater, vessels for deepwater E&P (FPSO & FLNG), drilling all aspects including rigs, well construction and well control, subsea technology that makes deepwater possible and etc.

23-24 May 2013 | Istanbul, Turkey

2nd New Libya Oil & Gas Forum will be taking place on 23rd-24th May, in Istanbul with the full support of the National Oil Corporation of Libya and will be focusing on the oil and gas industry of the post-Qaddafi era in the country.

The Chairman of the NOC, Dr. Nurri Berruin will be opening the forum, giving a keynote address on the future plans on the upcoming developments of Libya. The audience will consist of Governmental Officials, industry experts and major international oil companies involved in the region such as Shell, Wintershall, Petrobras, Exxon Mobil, Hess, Total, Nordic, Sonatrach, China Petroleum Technology and Development Company, Mellitah, Jowfe, Waha, Raf Lanuf, Turkish Petroleum, Ensco, OMV, Atlas Copco and many many more others.

The registrations will be closing on Tuesday 21st May. For more information please visit the website www.libyaoilgas.com or get in contact with Xenia Sapanidi at XeniaS@irn-international.com.

28-29 May 2013 | London

The Eastern Mediterranean Hydrocarbon huge discoveries and exploration hot spot, estimates of oil and gas reserves enough for exporting, are challenging from financial, exploring, Offshore licensing rounds, technical and geopolitical aspect. The East Mediterranean has been one of the largest commercial and trading hubs.

This BIS GROUP conference will provide a clear picture of some of the most important issues: the prospect of regional cooperation amongst East Mediterranean countries in order to increase efficiency of exploration and commercialisation and to improve the region politically; and to utilize the economic potentials with resolving the conflicts.

3-6 June 2013 | London

UGOS is the leading European strategic & technological unconventional gas & oil conference, offering you solutions and advice to ensure that you are able to commercialise European unconventional oil and gas resources.

Over 60 leading industry speakers have confirmed their place on the agenda to address the key challenges and advances in unconventional developments. UGOS will converge members from the entire unconventionals value chain by examining case studies at a global, international and national level.

Get exclusive operational expertise from leading industry operators with real experience of drilling and exploring for unconventional oil and gas, hear from top regulators and government bodies who will update you on how regulations will enhance unconventional developments and affect your business and find out what technologies and geologies are impacting decision making to enhance shale developments globally.

Visit the website for more information and quote the VIP Code FKE2243IFWB to claim a 10% discount.

3-6 June 2013 | Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago

Neoedge is proud to announce the succession of the last 2 years of Global Gas & LNG Summit in the Middle East and Gulf Region. This year's summit brings you new diversity, new outlooks and new perspectives by key players in the gas & LNG industry in the Americas. Our decision to re-strategize and relocate to a different region came after much demand to acquire a platform to identify the growth and dynamic of changes that are currently ongoing in the region.

The summit will feature key gas & LNG experts from the global arena – sharing expert insights and analysis of trade movements, current and upcoming trends, new markets and opportunities, best practices, regulatory movements, gas & LNG pricing as well as forecasting the LNG market in years to come.

Registration is now open for the upcoming 3rd Annual Global Gas & LNG Summit 2013 to be held in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad & Tobago from 3-6 June 2013. Should you be interested in registering for the workshop, please contact Rilla Eas at telephone +65 6557 9183 or via email rilla.eas@neo-edge.com.

3-5 June 2013 | Paris, France

The Maghreb, Mediterranean & MidEast oil, gas and energy landscape, through its significant exploration and production plays, acreage leasing, investment portfolio, hydrocarbon potential and joint venture interests continues to shape the dynamics of the global upstream industry. This international senior-level Conference brings together Key Government, National Oil Companies and Corporates as well as industry players to highlight new discoveries and production developments, gas-LNG finds, state oil/gas policies, investment opportunities and the regions energy game to allow for expansion and growth. During this week, we will also host the 10th MidEast-Mediterreanean Strategy Briefing on the 3rd June, and the 50th PetroAfricanus-PetroArabian Dinner on the evening of the 4th June.

For further information, email Babette van Gessel at babette@glopac-partners.com, Sonika Greyvenstein at sonika@glopac-partners.com or visit the conference website.

3-5 June 2013 | Anchorage, Alaska

Alaska's state and federal lands and waters are estimated to hold an enormous 40 billion barrels of technically recoverable oil and more than 200 trillion cubic feet of gas – all of which requires the development of critical infrastructure to be fully exploited. Get the critical information you need at Alaska Oil & Gas Infrastructure & Development Summit. Meet and network with all the stakeholders involved – leading E&P and midstream companies, ports, transportation and infrastructure providers, investors, regulators and state and local government leaders.

4-6 June 2013 | Atlanta, Georgia

The shale gas revolution in the U.S. is ushering in a game-changing transformation in the nation's transportation fuels. Fleet owners can now turn to natural gas as a low price fuel alternative that offers considerable operating cost advantages for the future. The Natural Gas Vehicle Fleet & Infrastructure Summit will be the great interconnection point between fleet owners and infrastructure developers. Don't miss this opportunity to take part in the natural gas vehicle fleet and infrastructure event of the year!

4-7 June 2013 | Baku, Azerbaijan

The 20th International Caspian Oil & Gas Exhibition Incorporating Refining and Petrochemicals will take place on 4-7 June 2013 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

The event is the largest and best-attended oil and gas trade event in Azerbaijan, and serves as a meeting place for regional and international oil and gas leaders, and representatives from the Ministry of Industry and Energy of Azerbaijan, and SOCAR.

The exhibition is the ideal forum for international exhibitors to meet and do business with key local oil and gas operators and suppliers. The conference is held alongside the exhibition, and is a hub for ministers and regulatory agents from around the world to discuss and debate important issues, which help to shape the energy dynamics of Azerbaijan's oil and gas sector.

To participate, please contact Elena Popova on +44 (0)20 7596 5144 or email og@ite-events.com.

10-12 June 2013 | Denver, Colorado

Following the massive success of Infocast's 2012 Water Management for Shale Plays event series, the Water Management for Shale Plays event returns this year to Denver as the #1 informational hub in 2013 to understand the best practices used in major shale plays across the United States. Join E&Ps, field services, water technology companies, engineers, consultants, financiers and government officials and learn the economics of good water management systems and gain the tools you need to incorporate innovative technologies into your operation to maximize efficiencies and reduce costs.

10-12 June 2013 | London

Join us at Floating LNG 2013 for business critical information on the latest floating LNG projects and case studies from the players at the centre of recent developments, including Next Decade, Excelerate Energy, Exmar, Black & Veatch, Worley Parsons, Tullow Oil, Linde, Technip and many more...

With all the latest information for the offshore LNG community including:
• Key commentary on the pros and cons, likely costs and ROIs for small vs large scale floating LNG
• The critical issues for FLNG economics
• The very latest thinking on the technical challenges of Floating LNG from containment to mooring to transfer
• The latest developments in the floating regasification market
• Key financing and legal considerations for floating LNG

For more details or to register, please contact the ICBI team on +44 (0) 20 7017 7200, email info@icbi.co.uk or visit the website: http://www.icbi-events.com/FKP2348IFWB. Claim a 10% discount with Interfax – VIP Code: FKP2348IFWB.

11-13 June 2013 | Calgary, Canada

Gas & Oil Expo is the leading marketplace for the North American gas and oil industry. Held biennially in the energy capital of Canada – Calgary, Alberta – it offers opportunities for brand exposure, business development, education, and networking. The indoor and outdoor exhibits showcase emerging technologies, a diverse range of products and services, and the expertise of well-known international brands. This proven platform gets you connected to source business solutions and create lasting client relationships with professionals operating in Canada, the United States, and internationally. Join this essential marketplace today and get connected with North America's gas & oil industry at www.gasandoilexpo.com.

11-13 June 2013 | Tulsa, Oklahoma

The Mississippian Lime Formation shale play is experiencing a tremendous amount of activity throughout the region and will only continue to flourish. Ensure that your company is in the best position to succeed in 2013 by getting the latest decision enhancing information and connecting with fellow stakeholders at Infocast's 2nd Mississippian Formation Summit. Converge with oil and gas industry experts, community leaders, logistics providers and many other knowledgeable players to discuss the opportunities associated with this booming play.

12-13 June 2013 | Malabo, Equatorial Guinea

Organised in partnership with SONAGAS, G.E. and fully endorsed by the Equatorial Guinea's Ministry of Mines, Industry & Energy, this timely conference will showcase the latest developments in strategies, new contracts opportunities and business developments for both local and international key decision makers.

Ensure you reserve your place for this prestigious forum in order to meet with the senior government representatives and exploit your business strategy plans in the country. SONAGAS, G.E. is looking forward to welcoming you to Equatorial Guinea.

12-13 June 2013 | Aberdeen, Scotland

The Global Energy Career Expo Aberdeen offers oil & gas professionals the opportunity to connect with top energy operating, service and supply companies. Candidates seeking jobs locally and abroad have the opportunity to visit the Career Expo to submit CVs and discuss career opportunities. Exhibiting companies will be providing presentations on the opportunities available within their business and supporting associations will be offering free-to-attend presentations.

12-13 June 2013 | London

This Summit is specifically designed to examine techniques to prevent and mitigate security threats to both offshore and onshore oil and gas infrastructure, assets and personnel, which may arise from civil unrest, terrorist activities, theft, sabotage and piracy. With exclusive insights on how to develop efficient security plans that align with your business needs in a particular region, you will benefit from insights on corporate security strategies by the senior level security experts of the major international oil and gas companies.

Amongst the speakers in the expert faculty will be security experts coming from the Crisis Centre - French Foreign Office, DG Move - European Commission, Pakistan Petroleum, OMV, Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), United Nations Political Office for Somalia, CBI Intelligence, Qatar Petroleum, IMO, Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, TOTAL E&P Nigeria, GDF Suez, GDF Suez Algerie, Centre for Security Studies, TAQA.

For more information, please visit the website www.oilgassecurity.com or get in contact with Xenia Sapanidi at XeniaS@irn-international.com.

18-19 June 2013 | Oslo, Norway

The summit will create a platform that will facilitate discussions amongst the major key players of the Arctic circle all the way through Russia, Alaska, Canada, Greenland, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Iceland, bringing together senior level representatives from the international oil companies that are already involved and those that are looking to invest in the future developments.

Each one of the countries in the Arctic Circle presents different investment opportunities, with some advantages like vast natural reserves or reliable governments and disadvantages like uncertain environment or extreme weather conditions.

This summit aims to illustrate the ways to get involved in the upcoming developments providing all the necessary information through an exquisite expert faculty and to give delegates the chance to network and for key partnerships through senior level delegation.

For more information please get in contact with IRN, at XeniaS@irn-international.com or +44 (0) 207 111 1615.

18-20 June 2013 | London

Iraq Petroleum, now in its 7th successive year, is internationally renowned for gathering leaders of Iraq's oil and gas projects, investors and senior figures from the energy industry across Iraq. The Conference is pivotal in identifying and forging strategic plans for Iraq's oil and gas future and discusses best practices for promoting growth in the industry. Iraq's oil and gas sector is regarded as holding the key to Iraq's future prosperity and its successful development is set to make a major contribution to enhancing the stability of the global energy markets.

19-20 June 2013 | London

The World National Oil Companies Congress brings you the finest minds and influential executives from NOCs and their industry partners. Key speakers for 2013 include Peter Voser from Royal Dutch Shell, Bob Dudley from BP, Farouk Al-Zanki from KPC and Paolo Scaroni from Eni.

The World National Oil Companies Congress is where leaders of the world’s NOCs meet each other and their partners to debate and decide the future of the oil and gas business. See the full programme and speaker line up online.

19–20 June 2013 | London

SMi's 7th annual Gas Storage conference will provide a complete overview of industry developments on innovative gas storage technology, investment drivers, lessons learnt from current projects and how this will be taken forward into new gas storage projects with case studies from a vast array of companies at the forefront of developments in the field including Centrica, Scottish and Southern Energy, Shell, EDF Energy, E.ON, Stag Energy, RWE, Enagas, Eni and many more.

20-21 June 2013 | Nicosia, Cyprus

The 2nd Cyprus Natural Gas Conference aims to present to an international audience the prospects and development with regards to the hydrocarbon discoveries in the Economic Exclusive Zone of Cyprus and their impact on the Eastern Mediterranean region. This is a region that has and will be experiencing ground-braking transformations in the years to follow and Cyprus can play a pivotal role in its emergence as one of the most significant energy suppliers worldwide. The conference will evaluate the prospects for further development of the natural gas sector in the sub-region of the Eastern Mediterranean and concentrate on recent geopolitical, trade and intra-region gas exploration and infrastructure challenges for gas that may impact the security of gas supply to Europe and globally.

20-21 June 2013 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Along with the energy enterprise pyramid offshore oil and gas exploitation, the global offshore market regained and accelerates milder and development of OSV market. It is prospected that the demand of OSV in the global especially in Southeast Asia will witness growth over the next five years. The market expected will order level from about 400 OSV ships annually. Additionally OSV industry is not only put forward to the higher technical challenges, but also to the new industry rules. Current OSV fleet may not be sufficient in meeting demand due to charterers' increasingly demanding requirements, and the push for younger and "greener" vessels by regulators. Through constant innovation and operating risk reduce, design and build a more safe, energy saving, powerful OSV has become the only choice of OSV industry.

For further information, please contact Rosa at +86-021-68407631-8114, email osv@cdmc.org.cn or visit our conference website.

24-26 June 2013 | Rome, Italy

North Africa Gas Summit will uncover the opportunities for unleashing the full potential of the North African gas industry. The Summit will have a key focus on the region's major suppliers - Algeria, Egypt, and Libya - while evaluating the prospects and drivers for gas project development alongside in-depth discussions on the domestic and regional markets.

25-26 June 2013 | Manchester, UK

Shale Gas World UK is the UK#&39;s leading conference for shale gas operators and licence holders, and key stakeholders debate how to make the most of the shale gas opportunity in the UK.

You will learn from Eric Vaughn at Cuadrilla and Andrew Austin at Igas how they intend to commercialise shale gas reserves. You will understand the real potential of the resource from the British Geological Survey, and be able to plot your commercial strategy. You'll hear from proven unconventional operators like Talisman, Hutton and Falcon on how to manage environmental and water management challenges, as well as to optimise your drilling and completions strategy to maximise value.

You'll also be able to engage with key decision makers and stakeholders - from Greenpeace's Chief Scientist, Doug Parr, through to several national, regional and local government and community representatives.

Shale Gas World UK takes place 25-26 June in Manchester. Full details can be seen online at www.terrapinn.com/shalegasuk13.

26-27 June 2013 | Beijing, China

Gas Infrastructure China Summit 2013 (GIC2013) focused on the state of China's ongoing gas transportation and storage projects as well as their equipment and service needs. With over 180 attendees the event included major gas companies, power companies, and energy groups across China who came together to discuss the development of the most advanced technology and to find the best solution providers.

26-27 June 2013 | Houston, Texas

The 2nd Annual Permian Basin Markets & Takeaway Infrastructure Congress is the original Permian Basin Midstream Infrastructure congress bringing together all the major E&P, midstream companies and refiners operating in and around the Permian Basin. Attending the congress will help you to identify optimal markets for crude oil, NGL products and natural gas, identify the most efficient takeaway options for taking them to the most lucrative markets, discuss new midstream investment opportunities and drive forward infrastructure build out.

Over two days, all the major players from E&P and midstream will gather to deliver the latest crude oil, NGL and gas production profiles, the latest timings, capacities and locations of pipeline takeaway, crude-by-rail takeaway and processing infrastructure. Speakers and delegates will have the opportunity to communicate with the refineries to assess the quality and quantity of products being accepted and evaluate both micro and macro factors affecting midstream investment to mitigate risk in new ventures and enable the more rapid development of infrastructure.

This is your opportunity to hear from all the major players involved in Permian Basin takeaway infrastructure, examining solutions for taking products to optimally priced markets. Click here to view the full agenda or register now!

27 June 2013 | London

Join top policy makers, industry executives and influential thinkers for a thought provoking, solutions focused debate on the future of UK Energy policy. Gain insight into how the UK will balance securing a long term energy supply with affordability and the impact of global trends.

Speakers include:
• Rt Hon Edward Davey MP, Secretary of State, Department of Energy & Climate Change
• Nick Molho, Head of Energy Policy, WWF-UK
• Angela Knight CBE, CEO, Energy UK
• Derek Lickorish, Chairman, Fuel Poverty Advisory Group

The Economist Events is offering Interfax subscribers an exclusive 15% discount, simply use the booking code Interfax.

2-3 July 2013 | Kampala, Uganda

Uncover the latest commercial opportunities in the East African oil and gas boom at the East Africa Oil & Gas Conference.

8–9 July 2013 | London

Disruptive technologies are emerging as key differentiators in expediting oil and gas exploration and accelerating operational efficiencies. Wireless technologies and devices are playing a key role for many operators in Europe and North American in their quest for energy independence. Machine to Machine technologies enable faster, more flexible control of assets from Wellhead to Pipelines; fiscal metering, drill monitoring, to fleet management and lone worker force safety and response. Don’t miss our inaugural event on M2M for the Oil and Gas Industry, where we will bring together M2M leaders and Oil and Gas Operators, to develop further understanding of the benefits this eco system has to offer.

17 July 2013 | London

The FSRU (floating storage and regasification units) market has gone from zero in 2004 to 20 projects in just 8 years. SMi's masterclass hosted by ThyssenKrupp Uhde Energy & Power will highlight the current and planned FSRU projects as well as the commercial considerations of either leasing or purchasing. The programme will provide a concentrated focus on the advantages, disadvantages and key decision drivers through different experiences from recent case studies.

20-21 August 2013 | Shanghai, China

The 4th annual China Offshore Engineering Summit will focus on the key technology and equipment of deepwater exploitation engineering, the main product & system development and deepsea market development trend. It will publish the latest research results of international deepwater frontier field, build the platform for industry elites to investigate marine engineering equipment development.

22-24 August 2013 | Mumbai, India

Learn about technologies important around the world and how these technologies are applied within India. Meet the leaders of the Indian oil and gas industry, as well as those from international organizations interested in doing business within this region of the world. Discover world-class energy projects under way in the world’s second most-populous country, showcasing the tremendous scope of the oil and gas sector within India. Only at Petroworld India 2013 on 22-24 August 2013 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India.

4-5 September 2013 | Paphos, Cyprus

There is approximately 60 billion barrels of offshore hydrocarbons, most of which remain unexplored or under-explored in the East Mediterranean region. This is equivalent to Europe's energy needs for the next 30 years, making the region a highly important crossroad for the global energy markets.

Join oil and gas experts from all over the world at the East Mediterranean Oil & Gas Conference, held on 4-5 September 2013 at the InterContinental Aphrodite Hills Resort Hotel in Paphos, Cyprus, who will share their best practices on how to overcome existing exploration challenges as well as discuss new pipelines, policies and investment opportunities.

With this region's gas industry still in its infancy, you will gain in-depth insights on current deepwater discoveries, including the Levantine Basin - one of the world's largest offshore gas finds in the past decade, which is estimated to hold 1.7 billion barrels of undiscovered yet recoverable oil. You will also hear about the latest opportunities which have great export potential.

To participate, please contact Jesse Reynolds at +44 (0) 207 596 5004, email og@ite-events.com or visit the conference website.

10-11 September 2013 | Amsterdam, Netherlands

Find out practical answers to important human resource issues that impede on the productivity and growth of multi-national oil and gas companies at the Global Oil & Gas Professional Forum.

16-17 September 2013 | Stockholm, Sweden

The Arctic Exchange 2013 at The Elite Hotel Marina Tower Stockholm Going into the Exchange, this is not a conference event were you sit and there is minimal interaction, we have set it up with round tables of ten persons per table and 28 tables in the Exchange room. In the upcoming months the on-line scheduler for companies and attendees to request where they would like to sit as to make sure they are around participants that are most suited to their area requirements. After every presentation there will be a general discussion on the table which will enable notes to be taken so that when the panel discussion is set for the close of the day its not just an uncomfortable and non interactive process before the drinks reception its valuable.

The Exchange format is two days presentations case studies, round table discussions and reactionary sessions stemming from the presentations on the agenda. if you would like to attend or attend or present please visit www.arctic-exchange.com to find out more information.

1-3 October 2013 | Marrakech, Morocco

Oil & Gas Marrakech Conference and Exhibition 2013 will be held in the Marrakech Congress Palace, Morocco. As one of the most important technical events in Morocco, it is an ideal opportunity to focus on the progress of the oil and gas industry across this region, an area known for its diversity, opportunity and capacity for growth. Northwest Africa in general and Morocco in particular are on the eve of a very ambitious exploration drilling programs tapping on both conventional and non-conventional hydrocarbon potential. This will provide exciting time for the forthcoming years to all actors of the Oil and Gas industry in the region. Whether or not you are involved with the geology of Northwest Africa, this event is for you!

13-17 October 2013 | Daegu, Korea

Running since 1924, the triennial World Energy Congress is the World Energy Council's global flagship event that enables dialogue among ministers, CEOs and industry experts on critical developments in the energy sector. Also known as "the energy Olympics", the Congress is the world's premier energy gathering. It offers a unique opportunity for participants to better understand energy issues and solutions from a global perspective. Hosted by the World Energy Council (WEC) and the WEC Korean Member Committee, the 2013 event is being organized by the WEC Daegu 2013 Organizing Committee.

21 October 2013 | London

The Financial Times Global Renewable Energy Summit brings together leading renewable company and utility leaders, government decision makers, economists, financiers and investors to discover how the economic, financial and political framework for renewables is evolving, and to assess the implications of growing renewable deployment for the future shape of the energy industry.

Visit www.ft-live.com/renewablesummit for more information.

21 October 2013 | London

The FT Global Shale Energy Summit: The Global Shale Revolution - Framing the Opportunities and the Risks brings together the energy companies behind the shale revolution, their supporters and detractors, as well as expert opinion from government, academia and civil society to examine the broader implications of the shale revolution for the future of the global energy industry.

Visit www.ft-live.com/renewablesummit for more information.

23-24 October 2013 | New Delhi, India

With rapid changes to India's LNG market, including expansions to the current terminals, the establishment of new terminals at Kochi, Dabhol, along with an additional nine terminals planned across the west and east coasts of the country, natural gas demand in India is expected to double by 2017.

Find out how you can gain more insights into these new opportunities at the LNG India Conference being held on 23-24 October 2013 in New Delhi, India. The conference provides an ideal platform for international companies and investors seeking to expand their LNG operations into and within India – the world's fourth largest energy consumer and the sixth largest importer of LNG.

29–30 October 2013 | London

SMi's 16th annual Gas to Liquids conference will provide a complete overview of industry developments on innovative technology advances, investment drivers, lessons learnt from current projects and how this will be taken forward into new GTL projects with case studies from a vast array of companies at the forefront of developments in the field including Sasol, Shell, Exxon Mobil, BP and many more.

29-31 October 2013 | Nairobi, Kenya

The 2nd East Africa Oil and Gas Summit (EAOGS) will take place 29-31 October 2013 at the Intercontinental, Nairobi. EAOGS 2013 will build on the success of last year's Summit which was co-hosted by the Ministry of Energy Kenya and welcomed 326 delegates from over 170 companies from 29 countries. EAOGS has firmly made its mark as the most prestigious annual ministry led Oil & Gas Summit in East Africa with excellent feedback from delegates across the board.

14-15 November 2013 | Osaka, Japan

As the 10th edition of Asia Gas Congress series, it strives to provide a unique platform where bring together over 330 executives and professionals to discuss the most pressing issues affecting the industry, including new suppliers and new buyers, pricing issues, LNG projects and gas market technology trend. For more information, please contact Elva Qiu on +86 21 6393 1899 Ext: 2041, email elvaq@cdmc.org.cn or visit www.cdmc.org.cn/agcj.

19-21 November 2013 | Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

The OGT 2013 is officially organised by the Ministry of Oil and Gas Industry & Mineral Resources of Turkmenistan and will provide local, regional and international oil and gas community with an opportunity to meet and discuss issues which are key to the effective and successful development of Turkmenistan's hydrocarbon sector.

28-30 November 2013 | Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

ASCOPE (ASEAN Council of Petroleum) which members consists of 10 ASEAN countries will be organising the 10th ASCOPE Conference & Exhibition 2013 from 28-30 November in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. With the theme "Innovation & Cooperation - The Way Forward", it is a continuity of the previous edition. The event is held every four years once and is touted as the only ASEAN oil and gas event that gathers all the 10 National Oil Company in ASEAN where law makers, industrialist, oil and gas players gather together to make significant decision that will change and propel the landscape of the region oil and gas industry. During the event, the current issues faced across the ASEAN markets related to the oil and gas industry and ASCOPE upcoming plan will be discussed in the conference. It will certainly provide delegates thought provoking ideas to take away.

For further information, please contact Chris Wong at chris@myevents.com.my or visit the conference website at ascope-2013.com.

4-5 December 2013 | Beirut, Lebanon

LIOG 2013 will build on the success of last year's Summit which was held under the auspices of the Ministry of Energy and Water, Lebanon and in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance. LIOG was a great success welcoming 332 delegates from 153 companies from 23 different countries.

With a highly topical agenda and a crowd of high-calibre speakers, delegates, sponsors and supporters, LIOG has successfully established itself as a milestone in the development of the emerging Oil and Gas Industry in Lebanon and we're looking forward to building on this success in 2013.

10-11 December 2013 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Unconventionals are having a huge impact on global energy supply. Shale has made the U.S. self-sufficient in gas and is making the country a dominant oil producer. Developments in other regions are gathering pace as the rush for unconventionals takes hold.

MENA Shale 2013 provides a unique forum for governments, producers, technology providers and investors to meet and share the latest developments in unconventionals. This will enable companies to develop strategies to address the most important breakthrough in decades in terms of energy supply.

10-11 December 2013 | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

In a changing energy world, Operational Excellence will drive the performance of the oil, gas and petrochemical industries to the very highest levels. Those organisations that embrace Operational Excellence and adopt effective strategies will prosper while those that do not will certainly lag behind.

OpEx 2013 is a unique forum, sharing the latest and very best practices in Operational Excellence. The event is the first of its kind and contains a wealth of ideas for producers, technology providers and EPCs in the oil, gas and petrochemicals sector.

18-19 February 2014 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates

ME-TECH 2014 provides a unique forum for producers, technology providers, consultants and EPC contractors to meet and share the latest technological developments in the refining and petrochemicals sector.