Highlights of the Program

2 days business program:

Learn from real-world case studies by industry leaders.

SHOWCASING INNOVATION:

Discover the latest technology and techniques from across the industry.

leaders talk:

Hear from top-level experts about how to stay ahead in a fast-changing industry.

MULTIPLE STREAMS:

A business program that is multi-disciplinary, giving you a broad view of the industry.

SMART TECHNOLOGIES:

Explore the latest smart and AI-driven solutions, and see how they can be used in your business.

roundtable discussion:

Join talks with industry peers. Share ideas, make connections, and find new partners.

Program

Day 1 :
THURSDAY, 20 August, 2026
08:30 - 09:30
REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:10
FATIGUE ASSESSMENT AND XT RETROFIT ON AGED SUBSEA WELLHEADS
Stefano Di Vincenzo
Eni

Stefano Di Vincenzo

Eni

  • Evaluating fatigue performance of aged subsea wellheads during marine riser operations from a drilling vessel in complex retrofit scenarios
  • Assessing structural integrity where a vertical XT is installed above an existing horizontal XT due to bypass leakage
  • Outlining installation procedures, risks, and advantages of deploying a vertical XT using a drilling ship with an AHC crane
  • Detailing operational considerations for installing an 18 ¾” subsea BOP above the retrofitted XT while maintaining safety and integrity
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON FATIGUE ASSESSMENT FOR SUBSEA WELLHEAD INTEGRITY
10:10 - 10:40
SPEED NETWORKING SESSION
  • Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
  • Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
  • Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues – don't forget your business cards!
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:30
PANEL DISCUSSION ON DRILLING AND COMPLETIONS
11:30 - 11:55
IMPROVING SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY IN TUBULAR HANDLING
Anders Quitzau
Global Gravity

Anders Quitzau

Global Gravity

  • Introducing controlled tubular handling systems to replace traditional bundling methods and improve safety in logistics operations
  • Optimising well preparation through onshore execution of key activities to enhance visibility and control of tubular inventory
  • Reducing safety risks by eliminating loose pipes and minimising the potential for rolling or falling during handling operations
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON ROLE OF HANDLING SYSTEMS IN REDUCING HSE EXPOSURE DURING OPERATIONS
12:00 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH AND VISITING THE DRILLING AND COMPLETIONS EXHIBITION
13:35 - 14:00
SEALING THE FUTURE OF WELL INTEGRITY USING COILED TUBING RESIN SOLUTIONS
Cecilie Torvund
Wellcem

Cecilie Torvund

Wellcem

  • Outlining why resin-based isolation was selected over cement, including technical, operational, and risk-based considerations
  • Detailing execution challenges, deployment methodology, and lessons learned from real-world field application
  • Introducing the thermaset resin system design and how it delivers reliable long-term zonal isolation
14:00 - 14:05
Q&A SESSION ON THE ROLE OF RESIN-BASED ZONAL ISOLATION FOR COILED TUBING OPERATIONS
14:05 - 14:30
ENHANCING DRILLING EFFICIENCY THROUGH DIGITAL ASSURANCE AND BARRIER TESTING
Chris Rennie
IPT Global

Chris Rennie

IPT Global

  • A standardised digital pressure testing approach to ensure reliable well barrier verification across all rig operations
  • Significant BOP test time reduction from 14 to 6 hours using verification matrices and thermally compensated leak detection algorithms
  • A real-time oversight and coaching model helped crews adopt tools and sustain high performance, with remote support after training
  • Software-generated schematics and automated reports improved safety, transparency, and operational efficiency for pressure testing
14:30 - 14:35
Q&A SESSION ON DIGITAL PRESSURE TESTING TO IMPROVE BOP PERFORMANCE AND WELL BARRIER ASSURANCE
14:40 - 15:10
AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
15:15 - 15:40
CHANGES IN FLUID RHEOLOGY DUE TO HOLE SIZE AND DRILL PIPE ROTATION IN EXTENDED REACH WELLBORES
David Rathgeber
Montana Technological University

David Rathgeber

Montana Technological University

  • Investigating how drill pipe rotation, hole size, pipe diameter, and fluid rheology influence cuttings transport in horizontal and high-angle well sections
  • Presenting CFD-based single-phase and multiphase simulations evaluating velocity, viscosity, turbulence, and flow regime transitions across varying RPM ranges
  • Comparing water-based and oil-based mud systems to quantify changes in effective viscosity, Reynolds and Taylor numbers, and transport behavior
  • Demonstrating how optimized rotation strategies reduce non-productive time, torque and drag risks, and improve drilling efficiency in extended reach wells
15:40 - 15:45
Q&A SESSION ON COST-EFFECTIVE ROTATION STRATEGIES TO REDUCE DRILLING NPT
15:45 - 16:00
CLOSING REMARKS
16:00 - 17:00
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
Day 2 :
FRIDAY, 21 August, 2026
09:00 - 09:30
MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:30 - 09:40
OPENING ADDRESS
09:40 - 10:10
RESERVED PRESENTATION
10:10 - 10:35
METHANE, BENZENE, AND OTHER VOC EMISSIONS FROM OFFSHORE INSTALLATIONS AND TANKERS
Maria Føre
SINTEF Ocean

Maria Føre

SINTEF Ocean

  • Reviewing advances in drone-based offshore methane detection and OGMP 2.0 compliance reporting strategies
  • Exploring field-based approaches to quantify benzene emissions during crude storage, loading, and maritime transport
  • Presenting findings from field measurements and VOCSim modelling to estimate tank-based methane and VOC emissions
10:35 - 10:40
Q&A SESSION ON INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO EFFICIENTLY TRACK OFFSHORE EMISSIONS
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:25
READY TO LEARN IMPROVING PERFORMANCE WITH AI DRIVEN INSIGHT
Helge O. Haugland
Ready to Learn

Helge O. Haugland

Ready to Learn

  • Introducing an AI-powered digital co-worker that provides instant access to operational learnings and supports smarter, risk-informed decision-making
  • Demonstrating how proprietary analytics extract key insights from incident data to improve HSE, performance, and quality across operations
  • Showcasing dedicated modules for logistics HSE, well intervention, drilling, MPD, and performance management across offshore environments
  • Presenting proven results from a 12-month offshore pilot, confirming improved risk management, usability, and rapid workforce adoption
11:25 - 11:30
Q&A SESSION ON BENIFITS OF USING AI TO IMPROVE HSE AND OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE
11:30 - 12:00
RESERVED PRESENTATION
12:00 - 12:15
FEEDBACK AND RAFFLE DRAW
12:15 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH

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