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OFFSHORE WEST AFRICA 2015 CALL FOR PAPERS NOW OPEN

Are you interested in speaking at Offshore West Africa Conference and Exhibition?

We are pleased to announce that the Call for Abstracts is now open and we invite you to submit your abstracts by 13 May 2014.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2015 OFFSHORE WEST AFRICA CALL FOR ABSTRACTS PDF

Offshore West Africa is the premier event dedicated to the offshore exploration and production industries of the West Africa region, providing excellent networking opportunities and a forum for sharing of ideas and experiences.

The Advisory Committee of Offshore West Africa is now accepting paper abstracts for the Offshore West Africa 2015 Conference. We invite you to submit an abstract and share your knowledge, experience and ideas with technical and strategic decision-makers and strategists. This leading conference is a great opportunity to network with leading organizations and high level influencers and for you to represent your company at the most prestigious event for the industry.

To have your presentation considered for the technical session program, please submit your 150 - 400 word abstract on one or more of the technical focus areas listed by 13 May 2014

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE CALL FOR ABSTRACTS AND THE TOPICS PLEASE CLICK HERE

ABOUT OFFSHORE WEST AFRICA 2015

We are pleased to announce that the 19th annual Offshore West Africa will return to Nigeria on 20-22 January 2015, delivering the premier technical forum focused exclusively on West African offshore exploration and production.

Offshore West Africa conference and exhibition will yet again provide a platform for technology exchange and new business development. Offshore West Africa is the region’s premier technical forum focused exclusively on West Africa’s offshore Oil and Gas market.

The conference will provide the latest technological innovations, solutions and lessons learned from leading industry professionals and will focus on the process of managing major projects with its inherent cost implications.

Offshore West Africa Conference and Exhibition remains the leading source of information on new technology and operating expertise for this booming deepwater and subsea market. Make the most of your attendance at Offshore West Africa 2015. Sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities offer a great way to enhance the profile and awareness of your company. Whether you are well established in the region or seeking new business opportunities, we can tailor a unique sponsorship package to meet your needs.

Contact your local representative today for details on how Offshore West Africa 2015 can help you showcase your products and services through a host of available exhibiting and sponsorship options.

Offshore West Africa, presented by Offshore Magazine and supported by Oil & Gas Journal, is the only conference and exhibition dedicated to the offshore oil & gas industry in the region. More than 1,500 offshore professionals and key decision makers will attend the three-day conference and exhibition. Mark the date in your diary today to ensure your participation.

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Offshore West Africa Exhibition

Offshore West Africa offers a unique platform to reach your target audience, with both a world class conference combined with the exhibition showcasing the latest technological developments.

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This unique event attracts senior decision makers, enabling you to make crucial contacts within the industry. Promote your company and capitalize on new opportunities. Book your booth now for prime space availability and see how Offshore West Africa can generate bottom-line results for your marketing spend.

Why exhibit?

• Increase company and brand awareness
• Increase product and services awareness
• Launch new products and services
• Target particular market areas
• Meet customers and prospects face to face
• Stay ahead of the competition
• Gain direct access to an international audience of high level decision makers

Exhibiting at Offshore West Africa provides opportunities to:

• Meet strategic decision makers face-to-face
• Build relationships with clients and potential clients
• Raise brand awareness in the market place
• Source new clients, suppliers and business partners

For more information about exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities please contact:

Jane Bailey
Europe & Middle East
Phone: +44 (0) 1992 656 651
Mobile: +44 7983 388 367
Email: janeb@pennwell.com

Dele Olaoye
Africa
Phone: +234 802 223 2864
Email: q-she@inbox.com

Desiree Reyes
The Americas
Phone: +1 713 963 6283
Fax: +1 713 963 6212
Email: desireer@pennwell.com

Mike Twiss
South East Asia
T: +61 437 700 093
E: miket@pennwell.com

OFFSHORE WEST AFRICA CALL FOR ABSTRACTS NOW OPEN

ONLINE ABSTRACT SUBMITTAL NOW OPEN!
DEADLINE: TUESDAY 13 MAY 2014

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE OFFSHORE WEST AFRICA CALL FOR ABSTRACTS PDF

With the West African offshore industry rapidly growing, PennWell’s Offshore West Africa event plays an increasingly important role in the expanding market.

With hot industry topics being addressed by over 60 international speakers, this multi-track conference and exhibition is the region’s leading industry forum for sharing ideas and experiences.

In 2015, international delegates will once again gather for 3 days to collaborate, conduct business and experience the latest technological solutions for offshore oil and gas operations. They will be exposed to cutting edge solutions, strategic business information and high-level case studies ALL focused around the specific regional challenges of West Africa.

With a history of attracting a far reaching global audience from over 40 countries including diverse organisations active in the region - from national oil companies, super majors, operators, leading service providers, consultancies and contractors, Offshore West Africa is the place to be for vast business opportunities within the industry.

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

The Offshore West Africa Advisory Board is now accepting abstracts for the 2015 Conference in Lagos, Nigeria. We invite you to submit an abstract and share your knowledge, experience and solutions with industry colleagues from around the world.

WHO WILL BE YOUR AUDIENCE?

Industry professionals, experts, engineering management, engineers, operations management, operations and maintenance from the oil and gas industries, including:

• Industry leaders who seek information and technologies for future operations
• Senior decision makers from international and national operators
• Oil and gas operating companies
• Service and equipment suppliers
• Engineering and construction companies
• Contractors
• Consultants

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE ABSTRACT REQUIREMENTS AND SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT

For questions please contact the Conference Manager:
Niki Vrettos
Email: nikiv@pennwell.com

2014 CONFERENCE PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

Offshore West Africa 2014 focussed on the increasing interest in the region's emerging hydrocarbon potential. Recent drilling success offshore Ghana and Angola is spurring interest from major operators and independents alike.

Under the patronage of Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Minister of Energy & Petroleum, Ghana, the Honorable Minister has kindly opened the conference with a Welcome Address. We also welcomed to the Opening Session, Mr Muntaga M. Sallah, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum, The Gambia.

Offshore West Africa 2014 focussed on the increasing interest in the region's emerging hydrocarbon potential.

The conference and exhibition provided the tools and resources to offshore upstream industry professionals that are seeking new business opportunities in the West Africa region.

Over 40 industry experts including the leading operators and contractors shared insights on the opportunities and challenges to developing West Africa's expanding offshore potential including:

Regional Trends and Challenges
Field Development
Floating Production Systems
Deepwater Exporation
Subsea Intervention

Flowlines and Pipelines
Local Content
Well Construction and Drilling Operations
Operations and Logistics

Stay tuned for updates on the Offshore West Africa 2015 conference programme. For speaking opportunities contact Niki Vrettos at nikiv@pennwell.com

OFFSHORE WEST AFRICA NEWS

To keep up to date with all of the latest news and information in relation to the oil & gas marketplace within West Africa, please click on the below banner:

PRESS RELEASES

Please see below the latest Offshore West Africa Conference & Exhibition press releases:

NNPC confirm support for Offshore West Africa 2015
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African contract extensions worth $250 for Wood Group.
CLICK HERE for the full press release

Key operators and contractors sign up for Offshore West Africa 2014.
CLICK HERE for the full press release.

Ghana National Petroleum Corporation to host Offshore West Africa 2014.
CLICK HERE for the full press release.

Offshore West Africa 2014 Pre-Show Guide and Conference Programme Announced. Offshore West Africa is pleased to announce the conference programme and Pre-Show Guide for the 18th annual Conference & Exhibition which sees the event return to Accra, Ghana on 21– 23 January 2014. CLICK HERE for the full press release.

Offshore West Africa have officially announced the dates for the 18th annual Conference & Exhibition which will see the event return to Accra, Ghana on 21– 23 January 2014. CLICK HERE for the full press release.

Offshore Magazine's News on Africa

FAR updates on drilling programs, including offshore Senegal 04/23/2014 This year, FAR Ltd. says it expects to drill five exploration wells. Of these five wells, the first two are being drilled offshore Senegal.
Côte d’Ivoire amends PSCs to blocks CI-509, CI-513 04/22/2014 African Petroleum Côte d’Ivoire Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of African Petroleum Corp. Ltd., and the government of Côte d’Ivoire have agreed on amendments to the production sharing contracts related to blocks CI-509 and CI-513.
Technip wins Kaombo umbilical contract 04/21/2014 Angoflex Ltda (owned jointly with Sonangol) and Technip subsidiary DUCO Ltd., has won a lump-sum contract from Total E&P Angola.
Total discovers oil in deepwater offshore Ivory Coast 04/17/2014 The Total-operated Saphir-1XB exploration well on block CI-514 has proved the presence of liquid hydrocarbons in the deep offshore west of Ivory Coast.
Oil exploration drilling begins offshore Senegal 04/17/2014 Drilling is under way on exploration well FAN-1 offshore Senegal, in which FAR Ltd. (ASX: FAR) holds a 15% interest.
Field life-extension measures under way offshore Tunisia 04/17/2014 PA Resources is close to finalizing a target for the Elyssa 4 appraisal well offshore Tunisia.
Exploration programs begin in northwest Indian Ocean 04/17/2014 The arrival of Russian seismic survey vessel Akademik Fersman in Port Victoria, Seychelles, over the weekend is further evidence of petrochemical companies' interest in the northwest Indian Ocean.
Technip, Heerema land giant Kaombo SURF contract 04/16/2014 Total E&P Angola has awarded the Technip/Heerema Marine Contractors (HMC) consortium a $3.5-billion contract for the deepwater Kaombo project in block 32 offshore Angola.
Diega field set to go to development offshore Equatorial Guinea 04/16/2014 A long-term drillstem test has been completed on the Diega oil field in block I off Equatorial Guinea.
Saipem to convert two FPSOs for Kaombo offshore Angola 04/16/2014 Total has contracted Saipem to provide two FPSOs for the Kaombo project in block 32 offshore Angola.