Maximizing OSV growth potential to achieve oil and gas production ambitions
- 14 – 15 June 2023
- Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, UAE
Supporting partners
About the event
Offshore Support Vessels Conference
Offshore support vessels play a crucial role in the offshore oil and gas industry by providing essential services to offshore oil and gas exploration, drilling and production operations. With the increasing demand for oil and gas, the growth of offshore oil and gas exploration and production projects, the demand for OSVs in the region foresees a significant growth in the coming 3 to 5 years. In fact, massive opportunities lie within the expansion plans of the region’s NOCs such as Saudi Aramco, ADNOC and Qatar Energy.
However, the offshore support vessel industry is facing many challenges that require a deep understanding of the market dynamics, operators’ needs, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements. Some of these challenges include the impact of the oil price on day rates, regional market characteristics, finances, security, and logistics.
In line with this, the Offshore Support Vessel Conference is hosted on 14 – 15 June 2023 in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Gathering offshore oil and gas production leaders, shipowners and shipbuilders, shipyards and charterers who will uncover the latest offshore oil and gas exploration and production projects, reveal latest innovative and commercial trends and new contracting opportunities for OSVs. The conference provides an exclusive platform for networking, collaboration, and innovation, in aims to create a successful and sustainable future for the offshore support vessel industry.
Market drivers
The Global OSV
The Middle East OSV
Saudi Aramco
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company - ADNOC
Qatar Energy
Kuwait Oil Company
is starting their first offshore drilling operation worth of $594 million (KD 181 million), creating a surging need offshore support vessels to aid its logistics requirements
Event in numbers
High Profile Delegates
Speakers
Sponsors
Media Partners
Technical Workshop
Industry Insights
Panel Discussions
Presentations
Country project updates
WHO WILL ATTEND
VPs, Heads, Directors, and Managers of:
- Marine Services
- Technical Services
- Marine/Offshore Logistics
- Marine Operations
- Quality Assurance
- Project Management
- Marine & Shallow Water Operations
From
- Shipbuilders and Shipyards
- Charterers and Operators
- Technology Providers and Innovators
- Financing and Capital Sources
- Regulatory and Compliance Organizations
- Industry Associations and Organizations
Speakers
Nayef Hattab
Division Head Project Services, QatarEnergy,
Qatar
Davide Scotti
Head of HSE Culture, Communication & Training, Saipem
Italy
Cedric Brisquet
Emergency, Crisis and Business Continuity Management Consultant, Federal Emergency Management Agency and Corporate Emergency Response Lead, QatarEnergy
Qatar
Turki AlShihri
Managing Director at National Maritime Academy (NMA)
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Yousef Faidah
Unit Head Marine Vessels Operations, Marine Department, Saudi Aramco
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
John Taylor
Head of Marine Services Department for Oxagon, NEOM
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Kingsley Chidiebere Chime
Head Business Improvement & Digital Transformation, Petroleum Development Oman
Sultanate of Oman
Agenda
08:00
Registration, refreshments, and networking
09:00
Opening remarks by Great Minds Group
09:05
Welcome address and opening remarks by the conference chairman
The outlook of offshore support vessels in the Middle East
09:15
Opening panel discussion: Major new opportunities for offshore support vessels in the Middle East
- Revealing the latest offshore exploration and production projects in the Middle East
- Role of offshore support vessels in achieving the oil and gas production targets of the region
- Sustainability considerations and regulations and their impact on the offshore support vessel industry in the Middle East
- Road mapping the growth of the OSV industry for the years of 2023-2028
- Discussing the technological advancements and innovations necessary to achieve production targets
10:00
Day one keynote presentation
10:10
Industry expert presentation: A thorough review on the current OSVs in the Middle East and an envisioning the OSV of the future
- The current state of national oil company OSV’s: successes and shortcomings
- The impact of aging vessels and their nearing age limit on offshore operations
- Upgrading vessels efficiency using virtual performance simulations to achieve autonomous functionality
- The OSV of the future: smart and sustainable vessel with reliable and steady infrastructure that is agile and adaptable for upgrades
10:30
Industry insights
- Industry insight 1
- Industry insight 2
11:00
Networking coffee break
OSVs technical specifications and requirements to meet the surging demand in the region
11:45
Panel discussion two: A close examination of operational challenges to design and operate a futureproof OSV
- Tackling extreme weather conditions such as high winds and heavy waves using motion compensation techniques and technologies
- Reactivating and upgrading vessels and monitoring machinery health to sustain asset efficiency using Assets Efficiency Monitoring technologies (AEM)
- Maintaining compliance to local and regional regulatory standards despite the differences in their specifications
- Optimizing sensing and analytics capability in vessels, such as obstacle detection and night vision, to provide enhanced assistance and augmentations
12:30
Project updates from the oil and gas companies in the Middle East region - OSV demand and requirements
- Project update from the United Arab Emirates
- Project update from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Project update from Qatar
13:15
Industry insights
- Industry insight 3
- Industry insight 4
13:45
Panel discussion three: A collective perspective from each stakeholder in the OSV industry (shipbuilding, shipyard, charters, operator and technology providers) to optimize the OSV supply chain
- Strategies to improve communication and collaboration among onshore and offshore teams using digital and open platforms to update progress in realtime
- Role of technology in optimizing the OSV supply chain to improve vessel performance, reduce emissions, and enhance safety
- Integrating sustainability considerations into the OSV supply chain
- Implementing effective risk management strategies, including preventive maintenance, contingency planning, and emergency response measures
- Cost optimization in the OSV supply chain, including reduction of cost associated with vessel design, construction, operation, and maintenance
14:30
Chairman closing remarks
14:35
Networking lunch and end of day one
08:30
Registration, refreshments, and networking
09:00
Welcome address and opening remarks by the conference chairman
Building and commissioning enhanced offshore support vessels
09:05
Day two opening panel discussion: Designing and constructing offshore support vessels that meet the needs and requirements of the region
- Selecting the right materials and construction methods to ensure the vessel is durable and resilient in the water
- Compliance with local regulations and industry standards for construction and outfitting of the vessel
- Integrating renewable energy systems, such as wind or solar power, to improve vessel sustainability
09:50
Industry expert presentation one: Applying best practices to effectively reduce operational costs of offshore support vessels
- Using digital twin and advanced simulation technologies such as finite element analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to enhance the lifecycle of the vessel
- Applying smart maintenance that relies on sensory-activated functions that collect and analyze data and conduct decision making
- Implementing Remote Inspection Technologies (RIT) for inspections that are considered hazardous
- Optimizing crew and management training a to reduce faults and minimize costs
10:10
Industry insights
- Industry insight 1
- Industry insight 2
10:40
Panel discussion two: Key health and safety measures of OSVs and challenges associated with their implementation
- Applying Safety Management Systems (SMS) to ensure all crew members are aware of the vessel safety policies and procedures, response systems.
- Identifying SMS implementation restrictions on older vessels and infrastructure
- Conducting regular risk assessments and hazard identification in unpredictable environments
- Using data and smart functions to conduct vessel health state check by implementing Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) and Machinery Health Monitoring (MHM)
- Improving vessel habitability by controlling factors such as noise, vibration, and lighting to reduce crew fatigue and errors and enhance their performance and alertness
- Balancing safety requirements with operational demands and constraints
11:25
Networking coffee break
Paving the way for sustainable, smart, and digitalized vessels
12:00
Panel discussion three: Adopting state of the art technology to enhance vessel capabilities and reliability
- Adopting advanced technologies such as automation, artificial intelligence - AI and machine learning - ML to enhance vessel capabilities and improve operational efficiency
- Advancing propulsion systems, navigation and communication technologies, and advanced materials for vessel construction to improve vessel reliability
- Implementing predictive maintenance technologies to improve maintenance efficiency and reduce downtime
12:30
Industry expert Presentation two: Dissecting and overcoming key cybersecurity challenges facing OSV operators
- Threat landscaping and risk assessment for cybersecurity challenges in offshore support vessels
- Adopting remote monitoring and control technologies to effectively monitor vessel performance and respond to threats in real time
- Preventing cyber-attack risks to secure a continuous and uninterrupted production
12:45
Project updates from oil companies, analyzing OSV demand and requirements
- Project update from Kuwait
- Project update from Bahrain
- Project update from Egypt
13:00
Industry insights
- Industry insight 3
- Industry insight 4
13:30
Closing panel discussion: Improving OSVs sustainability throughout their lifecycle, including the vessel breakdown and environmental footprint
- Exploring the latest technology and innovations to create zero-emission vessels for sustainable operations
- Applying Environmental Management Systems (EMS) to prevent the release of pollutants into the marine and ensuring that zero accidents occur
- Disaster recovery strategies and measures that must be taken to address any environmental accidents or oil spills
- Examining the impact of sustainable practices on the overall operational cost and long-term profitability of OSVs
14:15
Chairman closing remarks
14:20
Networking lunch and end of conference
OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE
Whether you are a shipbuilder, shipyard, charter, operator, or technology provider, this conference is the perfect opportunity to learn about the latest trends and requirements in the industry, network with other professionals, and gain valuable insights and knowledge that can help you improve your business and operations.
WHY ATTEND?
Explore
the market dynamics of the Middle East offshore support vessel sector
Get access
to top insights on how operate OSV’s more sustainably and environmentally conscious
Expand
your network and enhance your business finance outlook
Apply
best practices and lessons gained from adopting innovative technologies in vessels
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