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2017 This was also the first year about future changes in policy,
the IAGC allowed exhibitors technology and the economy.
for the conference. The
IAGC ANNUAL exhibition was an enormous The conference also
included a Brazil Panel, with
success
for
the
Annual
Conference and presented presentations from Roberto
CONFERENCE unique opportunities for Ardenghy (Consulate -
General of Brazil), Marcio
exhibitors to network with
Felix (the Oil and Gas Secretary
our membership.
with the Brazil Ministry of
This was also the first time the Mines and Energy), Jorge
IAGC had participation from MT Camargo (President of
the African continent. The IBP) and Armondo Cavanha
African Union Ambassador, Filho (MBA), Professor at
Dr. Arikana Chihombori- FGV). The panel discussed
Quao addressed the general Brazil's latest policy reforms,
membership and pledged her future plans for oil and gas
commitment to ensuring more development and the country's
African nations attend future local content policy.
he 2017 IAGC Annual Conference had IAGC annual conferences.
a fascinating lineup of speakers that The 2017 Annual Conference
Tcovered a diverse scope of issues of interest BP's Mark Finley, General was filled to capacity.
important to the G&G industry and the oil and Manager of Global Energy
gas industry in general. The Annual Conference Markets and U.S. Economics, The 2018 IAGC Annual
also marked a lot of "firsts" for the IAGC. presented on key findings of Conference is set for
BP's Annual Statistical Review 20 February 2018 at
2017 was the first time the IAGC held its of World Energy. Finley leads Schlumberger/WesternGeco
conference at a member company facility. The the annual production of the BP in Houston. Attendee
Conference was hosted by the IAGC Board Statistical Review, now its 65th registration and exhibition
Chairman, Maurice Nessim at the Schlumberger/ year, which offers keen insights registration will open soon.
WesternGeco facility in Houston, TX. into the most likely path for Be sure to check the IAGC
global energy markets based website for details.
on assumptions and judgments
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