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Conference Day One19 October 2010 08:00 Registration and morning refreshments 09:00 Chairman's welcome and introduction Rob Klein Nagelvoort, General Manager Gas Technology, Shell Global Technology Netherlands 09:10 Assessing the market outlook for LNG in a post-crisis environment Pin-pointing the current key drivers in the LNG market An overview of the most significant current and planned LNG projects globally: outlining cost and technology challenges in a changing market Determining what scale a new LNG project design is needed to generate a return in today's market conditions, taking into account CAPEX and OPEX considerations Evaluating new sources of gas for production Benefiting from the move towards FLNG Taking advantage of new small scale production prospects Andy Flower, Principal , Flower LNG United Kingdom 09:45 Hot-spot Australia - A progress report on the technical development of the projects of the Australian Pacific Basin Examining the latest developments of the Queensland, Gladstone and Australia Pacific LNG projects Analysing the use of coal seam gas as feedstock and ConocoPhillips’ proven Cascade LNG technology that is well-suited to a CSG application Achieving high efficiency while still adhering to emission targets through the use of aero-derivative turbines Staying cost effective with materials and labour during challenging economic times Mike Wilkes, Director, LNG Technology, ConocoPhillips USA 10:20 Liquefaction Case Study: The Bontang LNG plant - A technical overview A look for the future for newly commissioned plants- Gain insight into the key integrity challenges faced over 30 years of the Bontang plant's lifecycle A technical overview of the plant expansion which increased the LNG production from initial capacity of 3.3 millions tons to more than 22 million tons of LNG Lessons learnt from establishing safety and environmental control programmes necessary to maintain smooth and reliable production and shipping operations Nanang Untung , Director and General Manager, PT Badak Indonesia   Carrier Latest research on the improvement of the propulsion in diesel electric LNG carriers Analysing the gas concentration and activity in the engine of the GDF Suez ship, the Global Energy Improving engine design and engine yields through analysis into current performance Installation of an analytical unit on board for a better control Christophe Tastard , Senior Research Engineer, GDF Suez France   Regasification Case Study: Rotterdam's Gate Terminal - New technologies A technical insight into the current construction of the jetty and pipeline Outlining new technologies being used to ensure future integrity and enhance maintenance What are the next steps in the construction phase? What are the technical challenges being faced? Chris Giles, Operations Manager, Gate terminal B.V. Netherlands   10:55 Pre-arranged one-to-one business meetings and morning refreshments 12:15 Liquefaction Case Study: Key Targets in Constructing a Small Scale LNG Value Chain Choosing the correct design and technology for successful production and favourable logistics What are the key drivers behind the emergence of opportunistic small scale LNG production? Exploring firsthand, the experience of start up and operations of mixed refrigerant and purely nitrogen-refrigerated plants What are the target areas for cost savings? Terje Iversen, Head of Operations and Production, Gasnor Norway   Carrier Ship-to-ship transfer innovations Addressing the technical challenges for offshore LNG transfer Develop a qualification process plan for new technologies in LNG transfer Captain Mark K. Lane, Vice President Operations, Excelerate Energy USA USA   Regasification Case Study: SINES LNG Regasification Terminal - Expanding the activity Beyond regasification: Services offered by terminal operators The SINES LNG Terminal expansion project: highlights LNG and NG in the context of other energy sources: the Iberian gas market Capacity allocation: the slot concept Carlos Azevedo, General Manager, SINES Terminal, REN Atlantico Portugal   12:50 Networking lunch 13:55 Workshop Design and construction of small scale LNG production plants Is 1000 tpd LNG the right size for your project requirements? Examining lessons learnt from real-life small-scale production case studies, including the Jimunai LNG Plant, in China How to implement a single MR concept plant design combined with a coil wound heat exchanger Achieving versatile configurations with N2 rejection or methane number adjustment Assessing transport options from small LNG carriers to trucks Heinz Bauer, Vice President, Technology, Linde Germany   Workshop LNG Pipe and Tank Insulation Systems: Utilising Cellular Glass to Provide the Best and Safest Solution The genesis of cellular glass and its use in industrial construction The historically superior performance of cellular glass in LNG plant construction The significance of moisture (liquid and vapour) resistance in process control Exploring the ease of installation and quality improvement at the job site Using cellular glass & accessory products to provide fire safety in pipes and tanks How can LNG pool fires be suppressed to the point of relatively easy extinguishing? Steve Oslica, Global Director of Marketing, Foamglas Industry Belgium   14:30 Workshop Improving the constructability and long term integrity of LNG Plants How to reduce onsite labour requirements for insulation and cladding by 80% Install the system preferred by the leading and largest LNG supplier in the World Improve schedule and costs of construction Neil Smallwood, Managing Director, FTI Group United Kingdom   Workshop Progress in qualification of components and systems for Offshore LNG Requirements according to EN1474 and beyond Qualification aspects in projects for Gutteling, SBM Offshore and Bluewater Technical challenges in Offshore LNG R&D program of LNG test and technology centre Evert van Bokhorst, Senior consultant and Project Manager LNG , TNO Science and Industry Netherlands   15:05 Pre-arranged one-to-one business meetings and afternoon refreshments 16:50 Workshop Workshop led by Invensys Preparing LNG assets to achieve a faster return on investment by getting the asset on stream faster and to full production more quickly Exploring innovative technologies and services for error-free start up on LNG facilities Ensuring Operations teams are fully prepared for day one operations   Workshop Flexible Cryogenic Thermal and Acoustic Insulation Systems Key factors in design and construction of cryogenic thermal and acoustic insulation systems Reduce risk - Flexible Insulation Systems that can cope with thermal movements of piping and related equipment Optimise space - How to save space with reduced wall thickness of combined Thermal Acoustic insulation systems Increase life time cost efficiency - Reduce labour time and cost for installation and maintenance Dr. Mark Swift, Global Marketing Manager Acoustic, Armacell Germany Jim Ford, Global Technical Manager - Industrial, Marine and PetroChemical Solutions, Armacell Germany Udo Müllers, Business Development Manager - Industrial, Marine and PetroChemical Solutions, Armacell Germany   17:25 Question Time An interactive debate on the current challenges facing the industry Rob Klein Nagelvoort, General Manager Gas Technology, Shell Global Technology Netherlands Tony Acton, Principal , ActOn LNG Consulting United Kingdom Edward Scott, Senior Vice President, Development, Excelerate Energy USA Martin te Lintelo, Development Manager Upstream Oil & Gas, Yokogawa Netherlands 18:00 Close of day one and evening drinks reception

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Conference Day Two20 October 2010 08:30 Delegate registration and morning refreshments 08:50 Chairman's opening remarks and review of day one 09:00 An overview of global project costs Monitoring capital cost escalation to secure commercial viability for a project in a difficult economic environment Determining the optimal scale for a profitable project: Analysing CAPEX, OPEX, global markets and demand Profitably managing cost versus schedule: How and when to select concepts and design for expansion or upgrade Analysing the impact of cost escalation on the quality of a project's engineering, design and planning Tony Acton, Principal , ActOn LNG Consulting United Kingdom 09:35 Developments in floating liquefaction technology Examining how design concepts will translate into real projects Exploring the drivers and benefits of FLNG; access to stranded reserves, reduction of plant construction costs and flexible logistical planning What are the key technical challenges with regard to safety when liquefying onboard a vessel? Edward Scott, Senior Vice President, Development, Excelerate Energy USA 10:10 Case Study: Shell's Floating LNG projects - Technical challenges in development and design Exploring the marine aspects of FLNG design and operation Safety considerations in the FLNG design Understanding process selection - challenges and benefits Barend Pek, General Manager Floating LNG, Shell Global Technology Netherlands 10:45 Liquefaction Case Study: The Sakhalin LNG Plant - LNG in Arctic conditions Analysing operations over the winter months. What were the key challenges when working in sub zero Arctic conditions? Evaluate the operational use of new liquefaction technologies and their application to the project start up What are the key lessons learned from design and construction through to start up and operations? Rob Klein Nagelvoort, General Manager Gas Technology, Shell Global Technology Netherlands   FLNG Floating LNG liquefaction – gas expander or mixed refrigerant process? Exploring the features of gas phase expander liquefaction processes and vaporization processes (mixed refrigerant and cascade) Is this a choice between simplicity and efficiency, and what is the reasonable capacity range of the processes? What are the pros and cons of the alternative technologies, as seen from the perspective of a “technology buyer”? A look at technology qualification and some questions related to scaling up of equipment and availability of relevant experience Jostein Pettersen, Research and Development, Project Leader, Statoil Norway   11:20 Morning refreshments 11:45 Liquefaction Case Study: Egyptian LNG - Operational excellence in liquefactions plants Realising environmental improvements through increased vapour recovery from LNG shipments Improving plant efficiency through debottlenecking of your LNG trains Offsetting emissions through carbon trading between plants Ahmed Shehata, Operations Director, Egyptian LNG Egypt   Regasification Case Study: Polskie LNG - Successful project management and overcoming the technical challenges Gaining a detailed overview of the most important stages involved in the project Exploring the advantages and reasons behind locating in Świnoujście What technical challenges does the project face in ensuring successful operations? What are the regasification and dispatch capacity forecasts for the terminal operation? Maria Mordwa, Chief Legal Adviser, Polskie LNG Poland   12:20 Workshop Workshop led by PNS Integrated methods for transfer of LNG in near shore and offshore environments Cryogenic piping systems, instrumentation and control packages How can these approaches and technologies be integrated into FEED studies for FLNG Gareth Turner, Business Development Manager, Pipeline Nitrogen Services (PNS) Netherlands   Workshop Innovative solutions for Mid-Size LNG market Modularization for 0,5 mtpa: why is it attractive? Concept evaluation for 2,0 and 3,5 mtpa, C3MR and SMR: what are the key features that drive your investment decision? Luca Favilli, Sales Leader LNG, Siemens AG Germany   12:55 Networking lunch 14:00 Plant Safety Cross-over technology applications - Adopting double closure valves to abrasive gas condensation Analysing how Saudi Aramco research into valve technology can be applied into the LNG industry Understanding the reasons for existing valves failures and why valves fail Collaboration with valve manufacturers in valve internal modification in order to improve efficiencies Reliability vs. economics in valve replacement scenarios; conducting a cost benefit analysis Omar Al-Amri, Valves Engineer, Saudi Aramco Saudi Arabia   FLNG Design approach and risk mitigation for FLNG projects An overview of main risks in FLNG projects. What are the novel elements and what is the preferred approach establishing a new industry? How can the risk be mitigated through conceptual design decisions and contracting strategy? What are the commercial and execution risk benefits of using medium sized units developing large gas fields? Fredrik Savio, Vice President Concept Development, Flex LNG UK   14:35 Workshop Butt-welded valves - An analysis of their application in LNG facility and carrier design Addressing the specificities of larger butterfly valves in LNG plants to significantly reduce carbon footprint and operational costs How do advanced modelling tools more accurately predict the tightness performances of new sizes? Exploring new insights on the respective advantages of the double and triple offset concepts How to identify the parameters that will help you optimize the size and cost of the actuators fitted on the larger high performance butterfly valve Vincent Olivry, Business Development Manager, LNG, KSB France   Workshop An integrated approach to pre-commissioning Examining pre-commissioning activities on a new construction project and their influence on a successful start up Providing a subcontractors perspective on lessons learnt from exposure to multiple clients, plant types and contract philosophies on LNG facilities worldwide Analysing the benefits of early project involvement and an integrated approach to pre-commissioning Tony Bokas, Business Development Manager, Process Services, BJ Services UK   15:10 Afternoon refreshments 15:30 New developments in LNG storage: Assessing the risk of roll over in offshore conditions An analysis of LNG behaviour in tanks, the interaction of different qualities of LNG, stratification and the threat of rollover Assessing the risk of increased boil off gas and extra pressure on BOG recovery systems capacity A quantative assessment; considering the sloshing effect in LNG stratification, banked layers and the impact on roll over risk Yacine Zellouf, Project Manager, LNG Storage, GDF Suez France 16:05 Case Study: Mitigating risk on LNG carriers A case study and firsthand look into LNG carrier voyages and lessons learned An overview of the safety, security, environmental protection, terminal safety, personnel skills and equipment necessary to ensure a safe voyage Managing a multi-ethnic crew in pressurised and challenging environments for long voyage periods Captain Robi Ivancic, LNG Ship Captain and Master, Maersk A.P. Moller Croatia 16:40 Chairman's closing remarks and close of LNG Tech Global Summit 2010