Introduction to QatarEnergy LNG’s Engineering Conference
QatarEnergy LNG recently hosted the 19th Engineering Conference, a premier event that brought together industry professionals, academics, and partners to exchange new ideas and share lessons learned in the oil and gas sector. The conference, held at the Qatar National Convention Centre, was attended by experts from QatarEnergy LNG, shareholders, local and international companies, and leading local universities.
Objective of the Conference
The event served as a platform for the exchange of technical knowledge, innovative technologies, and practical lessons learned, while offering valuable opportunities for professional networking and cross-sector collaboration. It emphasized meaningful engagement between the energy industry and local academic institutions, enabling productive dialogue and potential partnerships that contribute to the sustainable growth of Qatar’s energy sector.
Keynote Address
QatarEnergy LNG CEO Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa al-Thani opened the conference with a message that underscored the strength of partnerships in Qatar’s oil and gas sector and the privilege of hosting such a milestone event. He stated that engineering excellence, innovation, and operational resilience and reliability remain at the core of the company’s progress.
Conference Themes
This year’s conference marked a transition from an annual engineering forum to a biennial conference, enabling the company to gather richer insights and engage in forward-looking discussions that reflect the rapid evolution of the industry. The conference concentrated on four core themes that drive performance and sustainable growth in the LNG and broader oil and gas sector:
- Digitalisation, cyber security, and artificial intelligence
- Decarbonisation initiatives
- Aging facilities and asset life extension
- Energy efficiency and yield improvement
Panel Discussions and Technical Presentations
The conference hosted a management panel discussion titled ‘Expansion & Sustainability – Enabling QatarEnergy LNG’s Future’, which focused on the company’s future plans and strategies. The event included five technical panel discussions, forty technical presentations, and eighty poster sessions showcasing key innovations and field achievements. Fifteen booths from shareholders, academic institutions, industry partners, and QatarEnergy LNG highlighted advanced solutions and the latest technologies and research in the oil and gas industry.
Technical Sessions
The conference featured parallel sessions across the four thematic tracks, with key technical presentations and topics spanning collaborative development of in-house ‘Predictive Emission Monitoring Systems’, a pilot study for boilers and turbines, and a structured approach to asset life extension ensuring safety and integrity. Other notable presentations included discussions on synergising conventional and unconventional reservoir completion technologies and the use of artificial intelligence agents to revolutionise reservoir characterisation and optimisation.
Innovation and Knowledge Sharing
The second day of the conference continued with a focus on digitalisation, cyber security, and artificial intelligence, with further technical presentations, case studies, and interactive discussions. Highlights included explorations of artificial intelligence in energy systems and process optimisation, decarbonised heat production for LNG plants, and the role of mixed refrigerant technology in achieving energy and cost savings through digitalisation.
Poster Program
A vibrant posters program complemented the technical program, featuring practical case studies and research from QatarEnergy, QatarEnergy LNG, ExxonMobil, Qatar Shell, and other industry partners and academic institutions. The posters showcased innovative solutions and technologies in areas such as reliability, digital twin technology, and process safety.
Conclusion
The 19th Engineering Conference hosted by QatarEnergy LNG was a resounding success, providing a platform for knowledge sharing, innovation, and collaboration in the oil and gas sector. The event highlighted the company’s commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, and operational resilience and reliability, and demonstrated its dedication to sustainable growth and development in Qatar’s energy sector. The conference will continue to play a vital role in shaping the future of the industry, driving progress and innovation, and fostering meaningful partnerships between industry professionals, academics, and partners.
