Conference Speakers & Panelists

Madhu Kutagulla Dr. Amr Elgedawy Nader Kamal Amy Davis

Director - Plant Integrity & Director of business General Manager HSE Vice President, LNG
Assurance (Acting), BP, Egyptian Liquefied Natural Gas Energy Transfer
Atlantic LNG, United State America North Africa (ELNG), Egypt United States

Fahad Alhenzab Ali Ahmed Albarwani Dr. Ibn ElWalid Hussein Anouar Kiassi
Head of NZLD Project Senior Manager - SPM Research Professor Vice President Digital
Qatar Chemical Company Oman LNG Qatar University, GTT Group,
Qatar Oman Qatar France

Mohammed AlGhazal Ammer Jadoon Nicholas Jones Dr. Waleed Khadrawy

Co-Founder Senior Advisor Director Technology Energy Transition General
Noor Energies Group Solomon Associates EY Manager
Saudi Arabia United Kingdom Qatar Egyptian Natural Gas Holding
Company (EGAS)
Egypt
08:00 – 09:00 Registration, refreshments, and networking
09:00 – 09:05 Opening remarks by Great Minds Group
09:05 – 09:15 Welcome address by conference chairman
09:15 - 09:30 Keynote address: Challenges and opportunities posed by the shift in the global
gas market

Future of LNG in the Global Clean Energy Market

09:30 - 10:15 Opening panel discussion: The role of LNG in the global strategic vision of
achieving net-zero targets
• Overview of the main drivers behind the adoption of LNG in the
strategic vision for net-zero targets
• Discussing how LNG can help reduce their emissions
• Evaluating the potential of LNG in reducing greenhouse gas emissions
and its advantages compared to other hydrocarbon energy
• Increasing LNG competitiveness and attractiveness in the global energy
market
10:15 – 10:30 Keynote presentation
*Reserved for industry partner
10:30 – 10:45 Case study: Evaluating the competitive role of LNG in the evolution of clean
energy systems
• Assessing the environmental impact of LNG and clean energy sources
• Exploring the role of technological advancements in enhancing LNG's
competitiveness
• Evaluating strategies for integrating renewable energy sources with
LNG infrastructure to create hybrid energy solutions
• Analyzing global energy demand projections and how they impact the
competition between LNG and other clean energy sources
10:45 – 11:30 Networking break and VIP exhibition tour
11:30 – 11:45 Case study: Decarbonization and electrification of LNG facilities
• Increasing LNG industry sustainability through decarbonization
• Exploring the potential for electrification in LNG facilities
• Capitalizing on carbon capture and utilization for sustainable energy
transition
• Addressing the challenges associated with transitioning LNG facilities to
decarbonized and electrified operations
11:45 – 12:15 Innovation session
*Reserved for industry partner
This session will highlight latest technologies in LNG liquefaction plants, LNG
regasification facilities, and LNG shipping. The session consists of 10-minute
back-to-back presentations from experts in the industry who will provide
insights and case studies on the successful application of a variety of
technologies.

• Industry insight 1
• Industry insight 2
• Industry insight 3

To book your industry insight slot, contact partnership team at

partnerships@gmevents.ae
HSE in LNG Operations
12:15 – 13:00 Panel discussion: Addressing safety concerns and regulations in LNG train
operations
 • Exploring the specific hazards associated with handling LNG in trains
• Analyzing the existing industry practice and regulations in place to
prevent incidents and ensure safe LNG train operations
• Highlighting the role of ongoing research, safety assessments, and
regular discussions among stakeholders to ensure operational safety
and efficiency

13:00 – 13:15 Presentation: Managing process safety and ensuring engineering flow safety
• Discussing the critical role of process safety in industrial operations,
including the LNG industry
• Integrating process safety considerations into the initial stages of
engineering projects
• Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and hazard identification
• Emphasizing the need for continuous safety training and education for
employees involved in LNG operations
Digital Transformation and Innovations in the LNG Industry
13:15 -13:30 Presentation: Leveraging data analytics to achieve operational excellence -
improving efficiency, reliability, safety, and cost
• Utilizinging data analytics to enable predictive maintenancereduce
downtime, and enhance asset reliability
• Enhancing safety protocols and emergency planning through advanced
analytics and predictive modeling
• Analyzing operational data to identify cost saving opportunities in LNG
production and distribution
• Enhancing supply chain visibility and efficiency through data
integration
13:30 – 14:10 Panel discussion: Innovations in LNG product and attractiveness
• Discussing the latest technological advancements in LNG liquefaction
processes and their impact on product quality
• Exploring how LNG companies can increase the attractiveness of their
product through value-added services
• Minimizing carbon emissions and methane leaks during the LNG value
chain
• Examining the effect of process optimization in the LNG production
and product quality
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here about the topic itself
14:10 – 14:25 Fireside chat: Implementing generative AI and machine learning (ML)
techniques in LNG operations
• Exploring how generative AI and ML techniques can revolutionize LNG
operations
• Discussing the challenges and opportunities in handling vast amounts
of data generated in LNG operations
• Examining the role of generative AI in enhancing safety protocols and
operational efficiency
• How can generative AI and machine learning techniques be used to
optimize predictive maintenance and real-time process operations in
LNG operations

14:25 – 14:30 Closing remarks by the conference chairman

14:30 Networking lunch, and end of day one
 Conference Day Two, Monday 31st of October 2023

08:30 – 09:00 Registration, refreshments, and networking

09:00 – 09:15 Welcome address and opening remarks by the conference chairman
Global LNG Market and Demand Trends
09:15 – 10:00 Panel discussion: Best practices for building a sustainable LNG supply chain for 2024
and beyond
• Discussing the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions throughout
the LNG supply chain
• Exploring strategies for optimizing the entire LNG supply chain, including
transportation, storage, and distribution
• Highlighting the importance of conducting LCSA to evaluate the impacts of
LNG production and supply
• Emphasizing the importance of collaboration between stakeholders and
establishing clear policy frameworks
10:00 - 10:15 Keynote presentation:
*Reserved for industry partner
10:15 - 11:00 Panel Discussion: The impact of LNG on downstream market, Navigating challenges
and seizing opportunities
• Exploring LNG market dynamics and assessing the current landscape
• Overview of challenges and opportunities in downstream investment
• Exploring successfully risk management strategies adopted by LNG players to
cope with volatile prices and uncertainty in the market
• Examining the expanding role of natural gas among other downstream
products
11:00 – 11:45 Networking and coffee break
Production Techniques and Optimization in the LNG Industry
11:45 – 12:00 Presentation: Optimizing liquefaction process for LNG production
• Discussing various optimization techniques that can be employed to enhance
the LNG process efficiency
• Understanding the role of subsea processing techniques in achieving low-
carbon production systems
• Considerations for choosing the most suitable and competitive LNG
liquefaction process
• Exploring the potential of digital technologies and advanced analytics in
optimizing liquefaction process technique
12:00 – 12:30 Innovation session
*Reserved for industry partner
This session will highlight latest technologies in LNG liquefaction plants, LNG
regasification facilities, and LNG shipping. The session consists of 10-minute back-to-
back presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case
studies on the successful application of a variety of technologies.

• Industry insight 1
• Industry insight 2
• Industry insight 3

To book your industry insight slot, contact partnership team at

partnerships@gmevents.ae
12:30 – 13:15 Panel discussion: Enhancing asset effectiveness and equipment modification in LNG
production
• Discussing the integration of digital technologies and the Internet of Things
(IoT) to enhance overall equipment effectiveness in LNG production
• Exploring the implementation of equipment modifications to optimize LNG
production efficiency and minimize environmental impact
 • Exploring ways to optimize LNG transportation and storage infrastructure to
ensure a smooth and reliable supply chain
LNG Contracts Strategies
13:15 – 13:30 Case study: Shifting trends in LNG contracts: embracing long-term stability
• Overview growing demand for long-term LNG contracts
• Analyzing the key drivers for long-term contract preference
• Discussing the contrasting views on long-term LNG contracts in different
region
• Assessing the implications of the ongoing energy transition on the LNG
market and how it influences the shift towards long-term contracts
LNG Shipping and Future Direction
13:30 – 13:45 Presentation: Advancements in LNG transportation and shipping
• Discussing the increasing demand for FSRUs and their role in providing
flexible and cost-effective LNG export solutions
• Exploring the latest advancements in LNG carrier design and technology
• Analyzing how global events, disrupt LNG shipping routes and affect global
LNG trade dynamics
13:45 – 14:25 Closing panel discussion: Innovations and future directions for the LNG industry
• Discussing global LNG trade trends including the growth of liquefaction
capacity and regasification terminals worldwide
• Examining the challenges posed by high LNG prices to demand growth in
various regions
• Exploring how evolving business models are shaping the LNG industry's
future
• Looking at the potential and impact of LNG in a low-carbon future
14:25 – 14:30 Closing remarks by the conference chairman
14:30 Networking lunch and end of conference