This advanced course is designed to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the latest business techniques and refining technologies available to the oil supply, trading and refining industries, and highlights how the activities of these sectors may be optimised and synergised to maximise overall profitability. Through a variety of case studies, delegates will learn the principles of refinery planning and economics along with basic principles and techniques involved in trading and supply. Delegates will focus on the synergies between these sectors to maximise corporate profitability. Short-term operations and medium-term planning using linear programming and long-term investment decisions are addressed. It is recommended that delegates should have attended SP1 or have working knowledge of the subjects covered in that course. There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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In theory, the determination of laytime and demurrage, if incurred, is a straightforward process as all of the relevant terms and clauses are contained in the charter party. However, as anyone who has examined a charter party will be only too well aware the wording is often less than clear and consequently the meaning is obscure. In short, lack of clarity over what does and does not count as used laytime can lead to contentious issues between parties. One of two things then happens. Either, a claim is made which potentially can require substantial resources to pursue, both in terms of time and money. Alternatively, potential claims are left to accumulate, unattended and considerable sums of money go begging.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course covers the latest practical developments in credit and counterparty risk in energy and commodity markets. We will explore how to identify, quantify and mitigate credit and counterparty risk from derivatives and long term contracts. Case studies will illustrate practical applications based on gas, electricity and oil markets. We will review the critical components to establish sound credit risk management policies and procedures. Delegates will learn about applications of recent methodological developments such as counterparty potential future exposure and probability of default calculations. The course will also introduce applications of various counterparty risk mitigation tools such ISDA agreements (with emphasis on netting and collateral clauses), guarantees, and credit derivatives. This highly interactive workshop uses practical case studies, Excel exercises and group discussions to reinforce the concepts presented in the lectures. The workshop will focus on practical applications of various methodologies and tools to improve credit decisions.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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The course is designed to provide a firm understanding of the international LPG business - influencing factors, how it is conducted and how risks are managed. It is presented in association with Richardson Lawrie Associates - an international consulting company specialising in the oil, gas and petrochemical sectors. The course will focus on commercial aspects of the LPG business with participants engaging in real time trading cases – both physical and paper – plus workshops on shipping contracts, negotiations, calculations and tactics. The effect of new supply sources and pricing structures on international trade and downstream uses is examined together with case studies demonstrating development and disposal options in the context of LPG as a by-product and pricing into the petrochemicals sector. There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course covers the basic principles of international oil trading and the allied fields of supply, transportation and refining. Through the medium of a case study, delegates will address day-to-day problems and will understand the relevant commercial driving forces in this area. Much of the work will be carried out in syndicate groups where teams will simulate real in-company practice, working with other delegates drawn from a wide background of disciplines in the industry. Delegates are introduced to the key elements affecting the international market of oil trading. Crude valuation, ocean tanker transport and freight are explored together with a basic overview of terminals and pipelines. The structure of a refinery will be explained in the context of the need to produce marketable products. Aspects of product quality will be covered together with the key refining processes needed to achieve them.

After reviewing the background of supply, refining and transportation, the course focuses on the key markets, pricing and the mechanisms involved in international oil trading. Aspects of the various exposures encountered in trading are covered together with an introduction to price risk management. Syndicate exercises will address each skill required. Additionally, during the week, delegates are given the opportunity to trade in the current market via a simulation of live trading. There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

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Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Advanced Energy Derivatives Pricing, Hedging and Risk Management (DPH3) builds on the concepts and instruments presented in Energy Derivatives Markets, Instruments and Hedging (DPH1) and Energy Derivatives Pricing, Hedging and Risk Management (DPH2) and covers advanced derivatives pricing topics as well as market risk management of derivatives portfolios. Advanced market risk management topics such as applications of marginal VaR analysis, backtesting VaR models and extreme value theory VaR are presented. Counterparty risk management and potential future exposure (PFE) calculations are covered in this module. Advanced derivatives pricing and hedging concepts covering exotic derivatives and physical assets (eg power plants and natural gas storage) are also presented in this course. The course also covers advanced hedging concepts such as delta-gamma hedging and cross-market hedging and hedging in the presence of volumetric risk.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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In theory, the determination of laytime and demurrage, if incurred, is a straightforward process as all of the relevant terms and clauses are contained in the charter party. However, as anyone who has examined a charter party will be only too well aware the wording is often less than clear and consequently the meaning is obscure. In short, lack of clarity over what does and does not count as used laytime can lead to contentious issues between parties. One of two things then happens. Either, a claim is made which potentially can require substantial resources to pursue, both in terms of time and money. Alternatively, potential claims are left to accumulate, unattended and considerable sums of money go begging.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

For more information, click here.

This three-day workshop provides an overview of the supply, trading and risk management of the aviation fuels market. The course covers the key building blocks of knowledge for anyone needing to understand the jet fuel and aviation gasoline markets. Topics explored include the basics of aviation fuel production and refining processes, aviation fuels quality and specifications, supply and logistics, market fundamentals of supply and demand, jet fuel trading, pricing mechanisms and the management of price risk. Delegates will get the chance to participate in industry case studies and trading and hedging simulations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This advanced course is designed to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the latest business techniques and refining technologies available to the oil supply, trading and refining industries, and highlights how the activities of these sectors may be optimised and synergised to maximise overall profitability. Through a variety of case studies, delegates will learn the principles of refinery planning and economics along with basic principles and techniques involved in trading and supply. Delegates will focus on the synergies between these sectors to maximise corporate profitability. Short-term operations and medium-term planning using linear programming and long-term investment decisions are addressed. It is recommended that delegates should have attended SP1 or have working knowledge of the subjects covered in that course. There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This half day seminar will deliver actionable recommendations to cut your building’s energy costs NOW, while giving you the insight and understanding to prepare for upcoming regulations and impending laws. Leading energy experts will tell you what you need to know today to avoid future spikes in your energy bills. Leave this seminar with tools you can use tomorrow to save energy costs for your company in the short and long term.

Contact:

Rosanne Kinder seminars@crunchenergy.com 908-500-4732

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This half day seminar will deliver actionable recommendations to cut your building’s energy costs NOW, while giving you the insight and understanding to prepare for upcoming regulations and impending laws. Leading energy experts will tell you what you need to know today to avoid future spikes in your energy bills. Leave this seminar with tools you can use tomorrow to save energy costs for your company in the short and long term. Register at http://www.crunchenergy.com/events

Contact:

Rosanne Kinder seminars@crunchenergy.com 908-500-4732

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Briefing on IT Power Management for Utility Energy-Efficiency Program Managers: the first in a two-part series of Webinars, hosted by Climate Savers Computing and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, designed to be a how-to forum on IT power management for utility energy-efficiency program managers. The Webinar will demonstrate how utilities can design and promote incentive programs that will lead to enterprise customer adoption.

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This half day seminar will deliver actionable recommendations to cut your building’s energy costs NOW, while giving you the insight and understanding to prepare for upcoming regulations and impending laws. Leading energy experts will tell you what you need to know today to avoid future spikes in your energy bills. Leave this seminar with tools you can use tomorrow to save energy costs for your company in the short and long term. Register at http://www.crunchenergy.com/events

Contact:

Rosanne Kinder seminars@crunchenergy.com 908-500-4732

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This two-day workshop provides an introduction to the supply value chains and trading of oil, gas, coal and power. The course also covers the basics of the emissions trading market. Topics explored include quality issues, market fundamentals, trading patterns and locations, pricing mechanisms and transportation.

The course is designed to give an overview of worldwide energy markets, but its focus is the Asia-Pacific market.

The course is highly interactive and delegates will get the chance to participate in exercises, case studies and physical trading simulations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This highly interactive workshop is a great introduction to exchange traded futures contracts. Delegates will leave with an in-depth knowledge of futures contracts and markets - specifically those related to energy. This introductory one-day course includes a trading simulation and a comprehensive review at the end.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course allows delegates to experience this fascinating and complex field first hand. Long thought as a difficult topic, options are broken down so they are fully understood. This full day workshop covers everything from premium valuation to advanced trading strategies on exchange traded options, specifically those related to energy commodities including oil, gas and electricity. You will gain even more valuable insights through our unique trading simulation and comprehensive review at the end of the day.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Understanding and identifying how to limit price risk exposure is a complex task. This two-day course will provide attendees with a forum to maximize hedging efficiencies and limit price risk exposure. Delegates will build a portfolio of industry techniques for managing price risk in today’s volatile energy markets.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

For more information, click here.

This highly interactive workshop is a great introduction to exchange traded futures contracts. Delegates will leave with an in-depth knowledge of futures contracts and markets - specifically those related to energy. This introductory one-day course includes a trading simulation and a comprehensive review at the end.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

In this introductory workshop, delegates will gain an in-depth understanding of how the physical crude oil trading market works. Besides an invaluable exposure to terminology, each delegate will experience all the steps in typical domestic and foreign crude oil transactions. We’ll explore the linkage between new well production, marketing, transportation and storage, as well as refining to physical trading (both speculatively and as a hedge vehicle).

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

This course allows delegates to experience this fascinating and complex field first hand. Long thought as a difficult topic, options are broken down so they are fully understood. This full day workshop covers everything from premium valuation to advanced trading strategies on exchange traded options, specifically those related to energy commodities including oil, gas and electricity. You will gain even more valuable insights through our unique trading simulation and comprehensive review at the end of the day.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

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This course provides a comprehensive summary of the markets together with the techniques and range of trading instruments that are typically employed. The primary focus is the identification and management of the wide variety of risks that arise from the trading activity. The purpose is to enable delegates to design, critique and implement a control and monitoring regime within their own trading organisation; information from which could be utilised to report to senior management. Case studies are used to learn the techniques involved, which will be reinforced in syndicate groups where risk arising from a portfolio of positions is assessed.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

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Understanding and identifying how to limit price risk exposure is a complex task. This two-day course will provide attendees with a forum to maximize hedging efficiencies and limit price risk exposure. Delegates will build a portfolio of industry techniques for managing price risk in today’s volatile energy markets.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

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You don't need an engineering degree to understand the fundamentals of petroleum refining! This exciting programme is designed to introduce non-technical oil industry members to the fascinating field of petroleum refining. Learn how a refinery works and how refinery operations affect global oil and product prices.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

This highly interactive workshop is a great introduction to exchange traded futures contracts. Delegates will leave with an in-depth knowledge of futures contracts and markets - specifically those related to energy. This introductory one-day course includes a trading simulation and a comprehensive review at the end.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

This advanced course is designed to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the latest business techniques and refining technologies available to the oil supply, trading and refining industries, and highlights how the activities of these sectors may be optimised and synergised to maximise overall profitability. Through a variety of case studies, delegates will learn the principles of refinery planning and economics along with basic principles and techniques involved in trading and supply. Delegates will focus on the synergies between these sectors to maximise corporate profitability. Short-term operations and medium-term planning using linear programming and long-term investment decisions are addressed. It is recommended that delegates should have attended SP1 or have working knowledge of the subjects covered in that course. There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

This highly interactive workshop is a great introduction to exchange traded futures contracts. Delegates will leave with an in-depth knowledge of futures contracts and markets - specifically those related to energy. This introductory one-day course includes a trading simulation and a comprehensive review at the end.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

This course allows delegates to experience this fascinating and complex field first hand. Long thought as a difficult topic, options are broken down so they are fully understood. This full day workshop covers everything from premium valuation to advanced trading strategies on exchange traded options, specifically those related to energy commodities including oil, gas and electricity. You will gain even more valuable insights through our unique trading simulation and comprehensive review at the end of the day.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

Understanding and identifying how to limit price risk exposure is a complex task. This two-day course will provide attendees with a forum to maximize hedging efficiencies and limit price risk exposure. Delegates will build a portfolio of industry techniques for managing price risk in today’s volatile energy markets.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

This course allows delegates to experience this fascinating and complex field first hand. Long thought as a difficult topic, options are broken down so they are fully understood. This full day workshop covers everything from premium valuation to advanced trading strategies on exchange traded options, specifically those related to energy commodities including oil, gas and electricity. You will gain even more valuable insights through our unique trading simulation and comprehensive review at the end of the day.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

For more information, click here.

Understanding and identifying how to limit price risk exposure is a complex task. This two-day course will provide attendees with a forum to maximize hedging efficiencies and limit price risk exposure. Delegates will build a portfolio of industry techniques for managing price risk in today’s volatile energy markets.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

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This fascinating and interactive workshop will give delegates a thorough understanding of best practice controls to be applied in commodity trading activities. Delegates are encouraged to think about the controls processes applied in their own operations, through interactive group case studies, in order to minimize the chances of similar expensive trading mistakes. Recent trading "failures" will be analyzed.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

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This three-day workshop is ideal for non-traders wishing to know more about the world of oil trading, or for delegates who are at the very beginning of an oil trading career. Delegates will learn the terminology and key building blocks of knowledge for crude oil and petroleum product trading. They will also get a flavor of what a trader’s job involves, through competitive team trading simulations focusing on different aspects of trading and risk management. Topics explored include crude oil quality, product refining, blending and specifications, market fundamentals, technical analysis, key trading strategies, pricing mechanisms, derivatives trading, risk management and the mechanics of trading and operations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com 1-609-524-1159

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This course provides an overview of the oil supply chain from upstream economics, transporting crude oil from source to the refinery through processing, trading and the retailing of oil products. It is designed for new entrants to the oil industry. This course is ideal for use as part of an induction programme or for bringing those transferring disciplines up to speed with the area. Those without prior knowledge of the oil industry may wish to familiarise themselves through our "Introduction to the Oil Industry" course. Through the medium of continuous case study, delegates will address day-to-day problems in order to understand the relevant commercial driving forces in this area.

After learning the fundamentals, delegates will cover the valuation of crude oil. Ocean tanker transport and freight will be explored together with a basic overview of terminals and pipelines. The structure of a refinery will be explained in the context of the need to produce marketable products. Key aspects of product quality will be covered together with the major refining processes needed to achieve them. The refining interface with petrochemicals, and retail/distribution will also be covered. The course moves on to cover oil markets and pricing and an introductory guide to paper markets and simple hedging.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This three-day workshop is ideal for non-traders wishing to know more about the world of oil trading, or for delegates who are at the very beginning of an oil trading career. Delegates will learn the terminology and key building blocks of knowledge for crude oil and petroleum product trading. They will also get a flavor of what a trader’s job involves, through competitive team trading simulations focusing on different aspects of trading and risk management. Topics explored include crude oil quality, product refining, blending and specifications, market fundamentals, technical analysis, key trading strategies, pricing mechanisms, derivatives trading, risk management and the mechanics of trading and operations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

For more information, click here.

This fascinating and interactive workshop will give delegates a thorough understanding of best practice controls to be applied in commodity trading activities. Delegates are encouraged to think about the controls processes applied in their own operations, through interactive group case studies, in order to minimize the chances of similar expensive trading mistakes. Recent trading "failures" will be analyzed.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Value-at-Risk is the new benchmark for measuring and controlling market risk. Premier trading and marketing companies around the world use Value-at-Risk to maximize profit opportunities and minimize costly positioning mistakes. This one day programme teaches the important aspects of this risk management tool.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course covers areas of dispute that may arise in the performance of international shipping and trading contracts. Using a mixture of current practice supported by legal interpretation and precedent, delegates will learn to avoid many of the pitfalls that may occur. Real case studies and exercises will provide hands-on experience to enable delegates to draft, interpret and operate oil trading contracts to minimise the risk of dispute. An on-going case study will simulate events taking place in an arbitration.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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In this introductory workshop, delegates will gain an in-depth understanding of how the physical crude oil trading market works. Besides an invaluable exposure to terminology, each delegate will experience all the steps in typical domestic and foreign crude oil transactions. We’ll explore the linkage between new well production, marketing, transportation and storage, as well as refining to physical trading (both speculatively and as a hedge vehicle).

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

For more information, click here.

Retail marketing in today’s oil industry is not only about fuels and lubes. Ever more discerning customers need a wide range of goods and services. Increasing competition is putting margins and site networks under pressure. This is a broad but comprehensive foundation course, on which you will learn to manage objectives and resources professionally. You will explore the circumstances and problems affecting the retail oil industry and consider the solutions available to oil companies and associated groups involved in service station retailing.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Making sound business decisions concerning tanker ownership, chartering, operations and coverage strategies demands a good understanding of key issues and their potential impact. This basic course covers the crude oil, petroleum products, chemicals and gas transportation sectors. This course also examines the important economic, financial, contractual, environmental and legislative issues when evaluating contract options, chartering and investment strategies, logistics and operating tactics. Presented in association with Richardson Lawrie Associates - a maritime economics and business consulting firm with extensive global practice in the oil industry, shipping and transportation economics. The emphasis of the course is on sound commercial practice, drawing on the working knowledge and experience of the various industry speakers. Case studies and practical sessions provide delegates with hands-on experience of decision making in this area. There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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The 3rd annual ACI Carbon Capture and Sequestration Summit provides a senior-level forum in which the unexplored nature of the interface between power generators and the oil industry, and their disparate CCS business models and approaches to risk will be addressed.

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Join executive-level stakeholders of this nascent industry as they establish an integrated approach to commercializing CCS. This is the only event bringing together the oil/gas industries and the power industry to address the economic, policy and regulatory challenges to accelerate wide scale CCS implementations.

Contact:

Giselle Abinader g.abinader@americanconference.com 2123523220 ext. 243

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Sourcing 20% of the EU's energy from renewable sources by 2020 is a major driver for the UK Government's energy generation aspirations.

In practice, much of this will be connected as 'distributed generation', primarily domestic and industrial CHP schemes, wind farms and diesel power generation, in addition to other renewables such as hydro and solar PV.

This course will provide engineers with an appreciation of the technical issues relating to distributed generation, equipping them with a competitive advantage when approaching these complex issues.

Please go to the event website for more information: www.theiet.org/disgen

Contact:

Ian Collier icollier@theiet.org +44 (0) 1438 76 7245 ext. 7245

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This highly interactive workshop is a great introduction to exchange traded futures contracts. Delegates will leave with an in-depth knowledge of futures contracts and markets - specifically those related to energy. This introductory one-day course includes a trading simulation and a comprehensive review at the end.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

For more information, click here.

This two-day workshop explores geopolitical context within which oil and gas companies operate and how it affects daily business practices. This will be done, with a view toward understanding particular geographical locales and associated political risks. Regions to be covered include: United States, Africa, Latin America, and Middle East and Asia. Special emphasis will be placed on the rise of resource nationalism, as evidenced by the more than 100 national oil companies that currently exist. Moreover, political risk tools and strategies will be presented so that delegates learn concrete skills that they can use in their work.

Often, risks are assessed upstream, where exploration happens. Increasingly, companies have become alarmed at risks taking place midstream - specifically in the area of maritime shipping. In recent years, piracy on the high seas has become politically and financially costly for tankers and ships carrying oil and petroleum-related products. The course will explore these issues by reviewing the phenomenon of piracy, where it is most likely to happen, and also international efforts to address piracy. The stark reality is that most responses are reactive. Stopping piracy is the critical challenge.

A number of critical issues will be specifically addressed:

Africa: How Nigerian rebels/maritime piracy affects oil production/transport geopolitics. How reforms to the national oil company are proceeding and what it means for you. Europe : How the events of late 2008 and early 2009 have affected security of supply - Russia and its relationship to its ex-satellite states. What does this mean for gas infrastructure going forward? Asia: China is the regional heavyweight and has made gains through its Go Abroad policy. Where is China and how is it out-competing Western oil companies? What does this mean in terms of geopolitics and strategy and public policy? Latin America: The region has drifted to the left with leaders such as Chavez and Morales controlling vast quantities of oil and natural gas. Which way are the political winds blowing? Will extra-legal nationalization continue or will companies be invited back in?

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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With heavy investment planned for power plant construction and maintenance projects in the near future, the opportunities are huge. Not only do renewable energy targets need to be met, but carbon emission reductions are also required, which will lead to substantial growth in this area. VIBevents’ Power Plant and Heavy Lifting conference will bring together different players in this industry to discuss the opportunities and solutions to these challenges.

From reviewing best practice in health and safety and new technologies which minimise risk, to accurately forecasting environmental conditions and ensuring all angles are covered at the planning stage, there has never been a better opportunity to ensure you gain insight into best practice to execute cost effective and time efficient lifts.

Heavy lifts pose the greatest risk and there is no room for error as the repercussions can be costly in terms of money and time. This event will deliver a detailed, case study driven conference that will give decision makers the opportunity to hear key industry players discussing their approach to this issue.

Contact:

Stephanie Bethencourt stephaniebethencourt@hotmail.co.uk 0044 207 753 4201

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You don't need an engineering degree to understand the fundamentals of petroleum refining! This exciting programme is designed to introduce non-technical oil industry members to the fascinating field of petroleum refining. Learn how a refinery works and how refinery operations affect global oil and product prices.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

For more information, click here.

This course allows delegates to experience this fascinating and complex field first hand. Long thought as a difficult topic, options are broken down so they are fully understood. This full day workshop covers everything from premium valuation to advanced trading strategies on exchange traded options, specifically those related to energy commodities including oil, gas and electricity. You will gain even more valuable insights through our unique trading simulation and comprehensive review at the end of the day.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

For more information, click here.

Understanding and identifying how to limit price risk exposure is a complex task. This two-day course will provide attendees with a forum to maximize hedging efficiencies and limit price risk exposure. Delegates will build a portfolio of industry techniques for managing price risk in today's volatile energy markets.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

For more information, click here.

Professional retailers in any industry must ensure that their approach to the market is not only based on satisfying customers, crucial though that is, they must also ensure that they always make use of finite resources - especially capital funds and property portfolios. Network planning is a key to this, but what should follow that is also essential - professional asset management. This two day event focusses on both of these issues to help ensure that those involved in the retail oil industry are guided in their investment decisions by systematic objective management principles that ensure the best use and maintenance of their resources.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Options are a growing part of energy hedging and speculating, and understanding how they work allows any trader to make better choices in using them. Once you've mastered the basics through our Options I - Fundamentals of Energy Options course, you can learn how to take advantage of fast-changing markets to get the most out of your option positions with this course, which takes your skills to a higher level. This full day workshop not only extends your understanding of option dynamics, but also allows you to practice these skills through our unique trading simulation.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This one-day course is designed to introduce delegates to the functionality of the natural gas industry and those involved in its operation. Discussion includes physical natural gas beginning with exploration and concluding with the delivery to the burner-tip. This course uses an historical perspective to explain how the regulation shaped the current market place and will also introduce financial products used for hedging physical positions. Delegates will become familiar with industry nomenclature and operation of the physical natural gas market place.

Delegates interact through a trading simulation designed to show how trading has evolved and how different physical and price risks are managed with financial tools. Delegates will create and manage a natural gas position using fixed and floating price instruments.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course will provide an understanding of the role of pipelines in the natural gas industry and a broad insight to the dynamics that impact the economic decisions facing industry participants. A Canadian edition of this course runs in Calgary.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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One of the most powerful tools available to hedgers, options are also the most difficult to master. Once you’ve learned how to "make options easy" with the Options I - Fundamentals of Energy Options course, you can learn how to get the most out of these fascinating instruments with this advanced course. Delegates learn how to apply complex combinations of calls and puts in order to hedge specific risks and take advantage of market expectations. With our unique trading simulation you will master directional and market-neutral trading strategies, as well as the application of complex strategies. You will also learn to match specific risk exposures and market expectations with complex strategies.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Take the mystery out of common technical indicators! You will learn what's behind this analysis technique and how you can make it work for you every time you trade. Understanding and using technical analysis is important to hedgers as well as speculators. We'll show you all of the many common indicators. Delegates will learn what they are and how the experts use them. We’ve included a trading simulation where you will actually be making trading decisions based on technical indicators.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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LPG - the by-product multifarious fuel and feedstock. The course provides an intensive, wide-ranging knowledge based decision support workshop for business professionals operating in the world of LPG. It is presented in association with Richardson Lawrie Associates – an international consulting company specialising in the oil, gas and petrochemical sectors and a highly experienced team working in trading, markets, pricing, shipping and contracts. The course is heavily case study oriented with opportunities to work on value chains through alternative business strategies and disposal options, assessing market values, shipping economics and a trading game.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Take the mystery out of common technical indicators! You will learn what's behind this analysis technique and how you can make it work for you every time you trade. Understanding and using technical analysis is important to hedgers as well as speculators. We'll show you all of the many common indicators. Delegates will learn what they are and how the experts use them. We’ve included a trading simulation where you will actually be making trading decisions based on technical indicators.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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In this introductory workshop, delegates will gain an in-depth understanding of how the physical crude oil trading market works. Besides an invaluable exposure to terminology, each delegate will experience all the steps in typical domestic and foreign crude oil transactions. We’ll explore the linkage between new well production, marketing, transportation and storage, as well as refining to physical trading (both speculatively and as a hedge vehicle).

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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ACI’s 3rd Annual Energy Trading Compliance Conference will provide you with an intensive, advanced-level forum where you can meet with other energy firms, traders and their advisors on the front lines and get the practical information and tools you need to manage increasingly difficult compliance challenges in a time of uncertainty and rapid change.

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This course examines how market participants apply theories of technical analysis to various trading timeframes through the presentation of advanced material and a series of interactive workshops. The timeframes covered include day trading and swing trading through a study of 5, 30, 60-minute and daily charts; also position trading through an examination of daily, weekly and monthly charts.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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ENERGOFUTURA 2009 - THE FUTURE OF ENERGY SECURITY IN SLOVAKIA

Contact:

Norbert Ing. Bomba pamida@pamida.sk +421 918 707371

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After learning all there is to know about exchange-traded futures and options, traders are always faced with a complex dilemma - Basis. The 'B' word can make or break a successful hedging or trading program. This one-day programme includes timely 'real world' examples to reinforce the application of basis trading concepts and tools. After completing this course, delegates will have a strong working knowledge of basis trading. This knowledge will be put to the test during an exciting trading simulation.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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You don't need an engineering degree to understand the fundamentals of petroleum refining! This exciting programme is designed to introduce non-technical oil industry members to the fascinating field of petroleum refining. Learn how a refinery works and how refinery operations affect global oil and product prices.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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LNG Sales and Purchase contracts generally take much longer to negotiate than equivalent pipeline gas contracts. This is not surprising in view of the very large sums and risks involved. This five-day course will give you a deeper understanding of the contractual issues as well as risks and how to mitigate them. It will also help to reduce the time (and money) spent on negotiations. The main focus of the course will be on the LNG Sales and Purchase Contract itself but it will also include the relationship to other contracts in the LNG Project from gas field to buyer’s reception and vaporisation facilities.

During the negotiation sessions delegates will have the opportunity to test their understanding of the issues involved and apply the knowledge gained during this course.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course addresses the technical aspects of exploration, field development and oil, gas and gas liquid production. It also addresses the detailed economic, risk, fiscal and commercial issues from the perspective of a spectrum of potential corporate participants in large and small international upstream oil and gas projects. The course materials will include videos from E&P projects across the World and exercises to reinforce learning.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This three-day workshop is ideal for non-traders wishing to know more about the world of oil trading, or for delegates who are at the very beginning of an oil trading career. Delegates will learn the terminology and key building blocks of knowledge for crude oil and petroleum product trading. They will also get a flavor of what a trader’s job involves, through competitive team trading simulations focusing on different aspects of trading and risk management. Topics explored include crude oil quality, product refining, blending and specifications, market fundamentals, technical analysis, key trading strategies, pricing mechanisms, derivatives trading, risk management and the mechanics of trading and operations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This three-day course discusses the future fuelling options for the current road transport market. Environmental considerations, including air quality concerns open the proceedings. Products types discussed will include conventional fuels, plus bio based alcohols, ethers, bio vegetable oils and their derivatives. Their qualities, specifications, blending performance and suitability will be described. Supply and demand considerations will be covered. Basic engineering demands of the gasoline and diesel powertrains and the quality needs of future fuels will be highlighted. New technologies for "conventional" powertrains and after-treatment systems will also receive attention. Other future fuelling scenarios including electric, solar, hybrid and hydrogen powered vehicles will be discussed.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This highly interactive workshop is a great introduction to exchange traded futures contracts. Delegates will leave with an in-depth knowledge of futures contracts and markets - specifically those related to energy. This introductory one-day course includes a trading simulation and a comprehensive review at the end.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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The vast majority of natural gas sales, including international ones, are via pipeline. Unfortunately such familiarity may lead to a less than successful approach to the negotiation of such sales and purchase contracts - as several companies have learned to their cost. This five-day course will give you a deeper understanding of the contractual issues as well as risks and how to mitigate them. It will also help to reduce the time (and money) spent on negotiations. The main focus of the course will be on large pipeline international sales and purchase agreements but it will also include their relationship to other contracts in the pipeline gas chain. In particular, it will consider how the risks and contractual provisions change as the contracting parties change along the gas chain from gas field to end-users such as electric power generators, chemical and fertilizer plant.

Using the Bolonia© case study, participants will be able to practice their negotiation skills and knowledge gained from the course as well as test their understanding of the contractual issues involved.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course covers the basic principles of oil trading and the markets. Through a variety of case studies, delegates will learn the techniques involved in trading and how to address day-to-day problems. During the week, in a continuous theme case study, syndicate groups will manage their own company positions of production, refinery supply, product purchase/disposal and speculative trading, while reacting to new positions generated and changing market prices which simulate a live situation. Delegates will have the opportunity to trade both structured and live markets. It is recommended that delegates should have attended "International Oil Supply, Transportation, Refining and Trading" (SP1) or have working knowledge of the subjects covered in that course.

After reviewing the background of supply, refining and transportation, the course focuses on the key markets, pricing and the mechanisms involved in trading. Aspects of the various exposures encountered in trading are covered together with an introduction to price risk management. Syndicate exercises will address each skill required. Additionally, during the week, in a continuous theme case study, each syndicate group will manage their own company positions of production, refinery supply, product purchase/disposal and speculative trading, reacting to new positions generated and changing market prices which simulate a live situation. Delegates will have the opportunity to trade both structured and live markets.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Increasing exploitation of the world's natural gas reserves means that more and more countries are faced with the problem of developing and organising gas supply businesses. This five-day course examines regulation, transportation and markets from the points of view of the regulator, the transporter and the shipper. A number of case studies will be used from different countries to illustrate the issues involved when introducing privatisation/competition/regulation into gas industries in various stages of development.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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If you need to increase your knowledge and understanding of power generation systems and the latest trends in the industry, Basler Electric's Power Control and Protection Conference is the event for you. Whether you are just starting in the industry, or looking to expand on your years of experience, the conference provides both an excellent overview and an in-depth look at specific aspects of controlling and protecting electrical generating power systems

Contact:

Carol Ingram info@basler.com 618-654-2341 ext. 122

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This three-day workshop is ideal for non-traders wishing to know more about the world of oil trading, or for delegates who are at the very beginning of an oil trading career. Delegates will learn the terminology and key building blocks of knowledge for crude oil and petroleum product trading. They will also get a flavor of what a trader’s job involves, through competitive team trading simulations focusing on different aspects of trading and risk management. Topics explored include crude oil quality, product refining, blending and specifications, market fundamentals, technical analysis, key trading strategies, pricing mechanisms, derivatives trading, risk management and the mechanics of trading and operations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course allows delegates to experience this fascinating and complex field first hand. Long thought as a difficult topic, options are broken down so they are fully understood. This full day workshop covers everything from premium valuation to advanced trading strategies on exchange traded options, specifically those related to energy commodities including oil, gas and electricity. You will gain even more valuable insights through our unique trading simulation and comprehensive review at the end of the day.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Understanding and identifying how to limit price risk exposure is a complex task. This two-day course will provide attendees with a forum to maximize hedging efficiencies and limit price risk exposure. Delegates will build a portfolio of industry techniques for managing price risk in today's volatile energy markets.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Making sound business decisions concerning tanker ownership, chartering, operations and coverage strategies demands a good understanding of key issues and their potential impact. This course covers the crude oil and petroleum products tanker transportation sectors, with coverage of the specialist chemical, LPG and LNG carrier markets. This course also examines the important economic, financial, contractual, environmental and legislative issues when evaluating contract options, chartering and investment strategies, logistics and operating tactics. It is presented in association with Richardson Lawrie Associates - a maritime economics and business consulting firm with extensive global practice in the oil industry, shipping and transportation economics. The emphasis of the course is on sound commercial practice, drawing on the extensive working knowledge and experience of the industry presenters. Case studies and practical sessions provide delegates with hands-on experience of decision making in this area. There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This three-day workshop is ideal for non-traders wishing to know more about the world of oil trading, or for delegates who are at the very beginning of an oil trading career. Delegates will learn the terminology and key building blocks of knowledge for crude oil and petroleum product trading. They will also get a flavor of what a trader’s job involves, through competitive team trading simulations focusing on different aspects of trading and risk management. Topics explored include crude oil quality, product refining, blending and specifications, market fundamentals, technical analysis, key trading strategies, pricing mechanisms, derivatives trading, risk management and the mechanics of trading and operations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Those who attend will learn how companies search for crude oil and natural gas (exploration) and about how the material is brought up from underground (production). In addition, attendees will learn the basics of petroleum refining, transportation by vessel, pipeline, and truck, and be exposed to refined product marketing. Some discussion of the trading of physical crude oil and refined products is included in this course as well as the basics of 'paper' trading.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Building on the knowledge gained in "Tanker Ownership, Chartering and Operations" (TD2), this three-day course offers delegates a more in-depth exploration of contracts and pricing issues surrounding the tanker industry. The course focuses on the implementation of tactics and practical strategies for enhancing commercial returns and business performance in tanker transportation - both from charterers' and owners' perspectives. It looks at how commercial risks may be hedged using freight futures or by entering into period charter agreements. Negotiating techniques and the key elements of contracts of affreightment are examined and discussed. A legal workshop provides a series of case studies designed to highlight some of the more common events impacting on commercial operations.

The course also looks at how companies have looked to improve their competitive positions through benchmarking and the development of tanker pools. In a high oil price environment, delegates learn how to improve voyage economics through optimising bunkering strategies.

The course emphasises sound commercial practice, drawing on the working knowledge and experience of the various industry speakers. Case studies and practical sessions provide delegates with hands-on experience of decision making in this area. While not essential it would be preferable for participants to have already attended "Tanker Ownership, Chartering and Operations" (TD2).

Presented in association with Richardson Lawrie Associates (RLA) - a maritime economics and business consulting firm with an extensive global practice in oil, gas and chemicals transportation. Together with The Oxford Princeton Programme, RLA has been presenting training programmes for many years around the world.

There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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With the constant pressure on downstream organisations to minimise costs, the need to develop a process of continuous operational improvement becomes vital. A need to 'empower' operational staff closer to the customer becomes a 'driver for change' as companies move towards process-driven organisations and away from hierarchical control. The key to continuous improvement is to develop and share 'best practice' in the logistics and distribution function. The way to achieve this is to employ benchmarking techniques as a tool to develop key indicators for performance measurement and produce key indicators against which organisations can measure their performance improvement.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course provides the detailed practices and techniques involved in successful trading operations in today's international crude and product markets. It has been designed for front, middle and back office personnel who need a detailed insight into trading operation practices and emphasises the operational impacts to corporate profitability and risk. It will also appeal to personnel who have recently joined an oil trading group of an oil major, investment bank or commodity trading company. Much of the work will be carried out in syndicate groups where teams will simulate real in-company practice, working with other delegates drawn from a wide background of disciplines in the industry.

The course commences with the progress of a trade, from verbal agreement between two traders, through the subsequent preparation of the contract, operation of the contract with chartering and nominations of the tanker, invoicing and presentation of documents, culminating in post contractual settlement of claims arising from the contract operation. Each area is subsequently discussed in detail with further presentations which also include topics such the quality and specifications of actively traded product groups; viz. gasoline and naphtha, middle distillates (diesel, gasoil and jet fuel) and residual fuels oils. Blending theory and practice, operation of storage and pipelines are also addressed.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Join an exclusive gathering of 150 Middle East petrochemical senior experts and gain first-hand insight into new growth opportunities and refine your strategy going forward by learning from successful case studies from leaders in the field. Please view the website for more information.

Contact:

Dominica Andrews d.andrews@theenergyexchange.co.uk +44 207 067 1800

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In this introductory workshop, delegates will gain an in-depth understanding of how the physical crude oil trading market works. Besides an invaluable exposure to terminology, each delegate will experience all the steps in typical domestic and foreign crude oil transactions. We’ll explore the linkage between new well production, marketing, transportation and storage, as well as refining to physical trading (both speculatively and as a hedge vehicle).

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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The Central and Eastern European Refining and Petrochemicals Conference is the ONLY downstream event of its kind in CEE.

Government officials, CEOs and Presidents of the major players will offer insights into the trends, strategies, future challenges and opportunities available to the CEE region.

Bringing together over 250 decision makers, this meeting is not to be missed!

Contact:

Violeta Dragodan v.dragodan@theenergyexchange.co.uk +44 02070671800

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Taking place in Kuala Lumpur from 13-15 October 2009, the 2nd Annual Meeting guarantees to bring you right up to date with all the developments and activities in the downstream sector with detailed analysis, expert opinions and case study presentations of major projects underway in the Asian region.

Contact:

Claire Lewis c.lewis@theenergyexchange.co.uk +44 207 067 1800

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This three-day workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the supply value chains and trading of oil, gas, coal and power. The course also covers the basics of the emissions trading market. Topics explored include quality issues, market fundamentals, trading patterns and locations, trading instruments and pricing mechanisms and transportation. Delegates will get a flavor of the trading markets for each commodity through competitive team trading simulations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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LNG transportation accounts for 10% to 30% of total LNG supply chain costs from upstream gas production through to terminalling and regasification on the import side. It is central, both figuratively and physically, to the LNG supply chain and the safe, efficient execution of LNG supply contracts. The LNG shipping sector has also been evolving rapidly in recent years in response to accelerated growth in the international gas markets and - as in other parts of the LNG supply chain - technological innovation is seen as the means of optimising costs and increasing cargo outturn. New players have entered the LNG shipping business and the LNG industry is increasingly looking for more flexible shipping arrangements. Larger ships, innovative ship designs, new containment and propulsion systems have been developed while safety and environmental factors remain foremost considerations in the construction and operation of these vessels.

This intensive three-day course is designed to take participants through all of the commercial, technical, operating, legislative and legal issues affecting the marine transportation of LNG from export to import terminal. This is accomplished through a combination of presentations, exercises and case studies under the direction of a team of expert speakers with practical experience of the LNG industry and shipping. The aim is to give participants the ability to assess opportunities and manage operational and commercial risks in LNG shipping.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Want to take the mystery out of LNG? If so, this course will discuss all facets of LNG from the exploration of natural gas to the ultimate end-user pricing. Designed as a course to introduce participants to both the technical and commercial aspects of the LNG marketplace, attendees will garner a better appreciation for LNG both as a fuel and a competitor to traditional natural gas. From this, participants will better understand the current and future impact of LNG as a tradable cargo and not just another mechanism for delivery of natural gas.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course will provide an understanding of the role of pipelines in the natural gas industry and a broad insight to the dynamics that impact the economic decisions facing industry participants. A Canadian edition of this course runs in Calgary.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This three-day workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the supply value chains and trading of oil, gas, coal and power. The course also covers the basics of the emissions trading market. Topics explored include quality issues, market fundamentals, trading patterns and locations, trading instruments and pricing mechanisms and transportation. Delegates will get a flavor of the trading markets for each commodity through competitive team trading simulations.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Power and gas trading in the European markets is a dynamic and evolving business that offers both unprecedented opportunities and significant risks. This intensive course gives insights into the European markets and interaction of physical and financial energy trading, together with issues of power and gas capacity and LNG trading, and introduces the associated effects of emissions trading. It is now commonplace to trade multiple energies and this five-day comprehensive course provides delegates with essential understanding of trading power and natural gas and associated commodities cross-border and internationally, as well as offering a practical view of the day-to-day activities and problems. It provides valuable insights from industry players with ample chance to clarify issues in an informal workshop style environment. Lecture content is reinforced with interactive syndicate work and with a dynamic screen-based practical trading exercise using the APX Market platform. After completing the course, delegates will have gained essential knowledge and an in-depth appreciation of the activities and issues of trading in the power and gas markets as well as an understanding of the principles, drivers and tools available.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course is designed to provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of the production and the drivers of price and quality of fuel oil. Using this knowledge, the course then investigates the day-to-day aspects of the fuel and bunker markets and describes the supply chain and factors that influence it. In addition the course examines concerns of participants in the structural changes and the economic effects of such changes. Candidates will gain an understanding of why fuel prices and quality vary, and the effects of such volatility and how it can be mitigated.

On completion of the course all participants will have a thorough understanding of the day-to-day mechanics of the fuel market and in addition an understanding of the factors influencing the global market.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Competitive pressures increase the need to market effectively. This is particularly true in liberal gas markets. This five-day course charts the shift from a monopoly controlled market to the liberalised and highly competitive model. The role of alternative fuels in this change will also be reviewed. Using the Bolonia© case study, the course analyses the key gas market sectors, considering the viewpoint of the producer, transmission company, gas marketer and consumer in a recently privatised gas supply system. The course also provides an insight into strategies for setting gas prices, in both regulated and liberal gas markets, against a background of competing fuels. Also included is a review of the introduction of new technologies for gas utilisation, its economic impact and how it can be used to expand the market for natural gas.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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This course provides a comprehensive summary of the markets together with the techniques and range of trading instruments that are typically employed. The primary focus is the identification and management of the wide variety of risks that arise from the trading activity. The purpose is to enable delegates to design, critique and implement a control and monitoring regime within their own trading organisation; information from which could be utilised to report to senior management. Case studies are used to learn the techniques involved, which will be reinforced in syndicate groups where risk arising from a portfolio of positions is assessed.

Case studies will address each technique used in the management of risk. A continuous theme case study will also allow each syndicate to manage a portfolio of their own group positions. It is recommended that delegates should have attended TR1 or have a reasonable working knowledge of the subjects covered in that course.

The course commences with a recap of the markets and trading techniques, the instruments used, and the methodology of trading oil and derivatives. Within each trading area the risks are identified and available management tools are discussed in detail. The theory and mechanics of advanced instruments including swaps, CFDs, traded and OTC option are explained and the application of VaR in assessing a variety of risk is discussed in detail. Along with price risk, other areas of exposure will be addressed such as counterparty, credit exposure, trading limits and mark to market in-house position management.

Overall delegates are trained in the concept of identification, management and reporting of the total risk confronting their trading group.

Case studies will address each technique used in the management of risk. A continuous theme case study will also allow each syndicate to manage a portfolio of their own group positions.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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The 11th Annual Meeting of Oil and Gas Transportation in the CIS and Caspian Region will provide you with an opportunity to identify which oil and gas transportation projects will most likely be brought forward and how you can formulate your business strategy to incorporate those new priorities.

Contact:

Jekaterina Sundaralingam j.sundaralingam@theenergyexchange.co.uk 02070671800

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The IET’s Building Sustainable Networks 2009 event programme is a one day, pan-European seminar featuring dynamic sessions directly focussed on the current topics keeping the midnight candles of the energy sector burning. This seminar presents case-studies and keynote sessions from senior executives delivering experienced-based solutions to the economic, regulatory, technical and consumer demands.

Contact:

Ian Collier icollier@theiet.org

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The IDDST congress is initiated by BIT Life Sciences in 2003, with 6 years¡¯ contribution in this field, it has attracted more 800 world renowned speakers with over 40,000 professionals around the world as a leading international event for the professionals to pinpoint and identify opportunities and market needs, explore Asian demand and get updated on latest breakthroughs in drug R&D.

In 2009, this is an exciting time for those in drug discovery and development field once again. With the emphasis on the practical, actionable ideas for accelerating discovery and early development, the 7th congress will be the great opportunity for the world¡¯s leading scientists and executives to share with you the latest advancements in viral studies and their strategic approaches to win the race to bring in the next blockbuster drug to market and milestones of innovative therapeutics. Through IDDST congress 2009, you will gain a full coverage on the up-to-date with the booming drug R&D industry and its partnering potential in Asia, also deeply understand the market and current situation to get what you need, such as the strategies of major pharmacy players in integrating scientific, technological, talent and business resources in a flat world to increase business competitive capacities.

Contact:

Sean Song sean@iddst.com 0086-411-84799479

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This forum will address the ever increasing challenges we face in our industry and the need to retain and transfer knowledge to the next generation of projects and people.

The forum will focus on new methods and technologies, best practices, lessons learned and the latest regulatory requirements and will feature opportunities to meet industry leaders, exchange ideas, and network.

The forum is ideally suited to Oil/Gas company executives, managers, engineers, and contractors. Topics to be considered in the sessions of this forum will include:

• Construction/ Installation • Emergency Response • Export Pipelines • Flow Assurance • Flowlines • Integrity, Maintenance and Repair • Operations • Regulatory / Compliance • Risers • Risk, Safety & Reliability

Submit your abstract by July 17, 2009. Authors will be notified by August 1st. Please contact Celeste Cicerone ciceronec@asme.org with questions. Please submit your abstract to IOPF@asme.org. Once an abstract is formally accepted we will ask the participating authors to prepare a paper to be reviewed for publication in the conference proceedings. Draft papers to be submitted by mid September; final papers will be due October 2nd.

Selected papers will be further reviewed for publication in an ASME Journal.

Contact:

Celeste Cicerone ciceronec@asme.org 281-493-3491

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Building on the knowledge gained in "Tanker Ownership, Chartering and Operations" (TD2), this three-day course offers delegates a more in-depth exploration of contracts and pricing issues surrounding the tanker industry. The course focuses on the implementation of tactics and practical strategies for enhancing commercial returns and business performance in tanker transportation - both from charterers' and owners' perspectives. It looks at how commercial risks may be hedged using freight futures or by entering into period charter agreements. Negotiating techniques and the key elements of contracts of affreightment are examined and discussed. A legal workshop provides a series of case studies designed to highlight some of the more common events impacting on commercial operations.

The course also looks at how companies have looked to improve their competitive positions through benchmarking and the development of tanker pools. In a high oil price environment, delegates learn how to improve voyage economics through optimising bunkering strategies.

The course emphasises sound commercial practice, drawing on the working knowledge and experience of the various industry speakers. Case studies and practical sessions provide delegates with hands-on experience of decision making in this area. While not essential it would be preferable for participants to have already attended "Tanker Ownership, Chartering and Operations" (TD2).

Presented in association with Richardson Lawrie Associates (RLA) - a maritime economics and business consulting firm with an extensive global practice in oil, gas and chemicals transportation. Together with The Oxford Princeton Programme, RLA has been presenting training programmes for many years around the world.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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The organic chemical industry centres on the relationships between raw materials, intermediates, end products and applications. Basic to these relationships are chemical reactions, and fundamental to the total business is economics. To be able to work successfully within this complex industry requires a combination of practical experience with an understanding of chemistry, markets and economics. The course offers an organised overview of the industry that is essential for the successful operations within it. There are no pre-requisites for this course, nor is any advanced preparation required.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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In this introductory workshop, delegates will gain an in-depth understanding of how the physical crude oil trading market works. Besides an invaluable exposure to terminology, each delegate will experience all the steps in typical domestic and foreign crude oil transactions. We’ll explore the linkage between new well production, marketing, transportation and storage, as well as refining to physical trading (both speculatively and as a hedge vehicle).

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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BIOFUELS 2009 is the fourth annual event from the World Refining Association. Over 800 key leaders attended the previous three events with representation from over 50 countries across all 5 continents. Through informal business card exchanges, in-depth roundtable discussions, and social networking opportunities, you will have plenty of time to meet the key players in a comfortable and relaxed environment.

Contact:

Gustavo Favaron g.favaron@theenergyexchange.co.uk +44 02070671800

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Over three days, hear about the latest projects in the region and the implications of the looming economic downturn. We will also explore strategies to optimise existing operations and profitability. We are proud to announce that this years event is Co hosted by ETAP

Contact:

Cecilia Brown c.brown@theenergyexchange.co.uk 02070671800

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You don't need an engineering degree to understand the fundamentals of petroleum refining! This exciting programme is designed to introduce non-technical oil industry members to the fascinating field of petroleum refining. Learn how a refinery works and how refinery operations affect global oil and product prices.

Contact:

Andrew Infante ainfante@oxfordprinceton.com (+1) 609.524.1159

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Taught by energy industry expert Dominick Chirichella, this course is filled with tips, techniques and insight that only 30 years of energy trading experience can bring. In two dynamic, information-packed days, you’ll develop a solid foundation in energy trading as you examine all of the instruments, tools and techniques available to the energy trader today. You’ll explore the nuances and quirks specific to the energy markets, understand the risks and rewards across sectors and develop a macro view designed to improve your timing and help you develop a successful trading program!

EMI’s easy-learning environment & small, personalized classes maximize your learning experience. All EMI programs incorporate real-life examples, current market data, and expert instructors with real, applicable industry experience.

Contact:

Steve Gloyd info@energyinstitution.org 888.871.1207

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Partners in Environmental Technology Technical Symposium & Workshop, “Meeting DoD’s Environmental Challenges,” will be held December 1-3, 2009, at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, Washington, D.C. This year’s Symposium & Workshop will offer a dynamic opening Plenary Session, 12 technical sessions, five short courses, and an Exhibit Hall. Technical sessions will highlight research and innovative technologies that assist the Department of Defense (DoD) in addressing increasingly complex environmental and mission sustainability challenges. Over the course of the three days, short courses on select technologies in the environmental restoration and munitions management areas will offer unique training opportunities on recent advancement in science and technology.

Other highlights include more than 400 posters supporting technology transfer, exhibit booths offering information about funding opportunities in related research programs, a special session providing a summary of SERDP and ESTCP program development and opportunities to conduct research and demonstrations, and networking with approximately 1,000 environmental professionals.

Contact:

partners@hgl.com (703) 736-4548

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This conference explores the current opportunities, issues and future of the industry. What will happen in the next century as we explore new sources of energy? The attendees at the 2008 conference appreciated hearing new ideas and have responded enthusiastically to continue this important discussion.

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The 2010 33rd Annual ASME/ALRDC International Gas-Lift Workshop will be held in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Houston, Texas (in the Greenspoint area) on February 1 - 5, 2010.

Continuing Education. Continuing education will be held on Monday - Tuesday, Feb. 1 - 2, 2010. • Gas-Lift Design, Including Gas-Lift Valve Performance • Artificial Lift Selection and Gas-Lift Overview • Dual Gas-Lift - Dual Gas-Lift Issues, Design, and Operation, based on API RP 11V9 Gas-Lift Operations - 1/2 Day on Basic Gas-Lift Operations - 1/2 Day on Gas-Lift Automation and Optimization

Gas-Lift Workshop. The Technical Workshop will be held on Wednesday - Thursday, Feb. 3 - 4, 2010. Technical Sessions Auxiliary Sessions Social Activities Session I --- Deepwater (inc. Sub-Sea, TLP, FPSO, etc.) Panel Discussions Reception Session II --- Automation, Optimization Break-Out Sessions Keynote Lunch and Address Session III --- New Gas-Lift Technology, Developments Exhibits/Displays Workshop Dinner Session IV --- Gas-Lift Field Reviews, Experiences, Cases Poster Sessions, if Requested Breaks Possible Field Trip is Being Considered Gas-Lift Committees. The API gas-lift Task Group meeting will be held on Friday, Feb. 5, 2009. There will also be a meeting of the API RP 11V11 Work Group. The API meetings will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.

Contact:

Cleon Dunham cleon@oilfieldautomation.com (512) 585-4168

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PEMD 2010, with its prestigious past and reputation, will focus on the latest developments in electrical drives, machines and power electronic systems.

Providing the opportunity to publish results and share practical knowledge with others, this event is also the perfect platform to meet leading industry and business leaders.

Call for Papers Now Open!!!

The PEMD 2010 Organising Committee welcomes contributions in the general area of power electronics, machines and drives. These can range from research concepts and ideas to technical issues and industrial applications.

Contributions are encouraged from, but not limited to, the themes and topics in the following areas:

Theme A – More/All Electric Transport Theme B – Generation, Transmission and Distribution Theme C – Machines and Drives Theme D – Power Electronics Theme E – Renewable Energy Systems

Abstract submission deadline - Friday, 18 September 2009

Contact:

Claire Morgan eventsa1@theiet.org 01438 765670

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