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 :

Wednesday, 23 September, 2026

08:00 - 08:50

REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS

08:50 - 09:00

OPENING ADDRESS

09:00 - 09:25

DRIVING DRILLING PERFORMANCE AND COST EFFICIENCY IN ARGENTINE SHALE OPERATIONS WITH DATA AND AI

Adolfo Raed

CGC

Highlighting lessons learned from drilling campaigns in Vaca Muerta and other Argentine shale plays, including well design, BHA, fluids and operational practices
Outlining practical strategies to reduce drilling time and NPT through improved planning, real-time data usage and a performance-driven field culture
Leveraging data analytics and AI-based tools to support more accurate time and cost forecasting, risk mitigation and continuous optimisation of drilling operations

09:25 - 09:30

Q&A SESSION ON INNOVATIVE AI-ENABLED METHODS TO IMPROVE DRILLING EFFICIENCY

09:30 - 09:55

INDUSTRY CONSOLIDATION IN OIL AND GAS: CURRENT OUTLOOK AND STRATEGIC FACTORS

Ezequiel Artola

Baker McKenzie

Exploring key business and legal considerations shaping consolidation among E&P companies and how market forces influence future activity
Examining the regulatory, contractual and due diligence requirements that guide successful transactions and reduce integration risks
Reviewing consolidation trends within oilfield service companies and the operational challenges that arise during M&A and carve-outs
Assessing cross-sector impacts including workforce alignment, service continuity and the multi-jurisdiction obligations tied to restructuring

09:55 - 10:00

Q&A SESSION ON M&A CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS THE OIL AND GAS SECTOR

10:00 - 10:25

REAL-TIME PRODUCTION BACK ALLOCATION TO IMPROVE ACCURACY AND VALUE IN SHALE OPERATIONS

Rhŷs James

KBC (A Yokogawa Company)

Examining the challenges of production allocation in shale developments where large well counts, limited instrumentation, and infrequent well testing reduce reporting accuracy
Demonstrating how near real-time back allocation uses flexible modelling, virtual metering, and continuous data reconciliation to allocate facility production to individual wells
Showing how advanced production accounting platforms help identify underperforming “bad actor” wells earlier and improve operational transparency
Presenting field results from an Argentine upstream asset illustrating improved production closure accuracy, optimised well testing strategies, and reduced CAPEX and OPEX

10:25 - 10:30

Q&A SESSION ON M&A CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS THE OIL AND GAS SECTOR

10:30 - 11:00

MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA

11:00 - 11:30

PANEL DISCUSSION ON SHALE PRODUCTION

11:30 - 11:55

SHALESIM: STREAMLINING WORKFLOWS WITH SEAMLESS INTEGRATION FOR UNCONVENTIONAL RESERVOIRS

Goncalo Oliveira

Computer Modelling Group

Demonstrating seamless integration between fracture and flow simulation tools to enhance reservoir modelling and analysis
Visualising complex parent–child well interaction dynamics to support production forecasting and optimisation
Enhancing decision-making through improved well plan optimisation workflows for better reservoir performance and efficiency

11:55 - 12:00

Q&A SESSION ON DIGITAL WORKFLOWS AND INTEGRATED MODELLING FOR UNCONVENTIONAL RESERVOIRS

12:00 - 12:25

FROM RESERVOIR DIAGNOSTICS TO ECONOMIC DECISIONS: BRIDGING SHALE PRODUCTION DATA WITH FORECASTING WORKFLOWS

Roberto Cidale

GeoInnovar

Linking diagnostics with economics to deliver defensible EURs and reserve forecasts for unconventional shale assets
Streamlining workflows through SAHARA and PHDWin integration to align engineering with economic decisions
Sharing case examples showing how field data supports reliable forecasts in emerging shale plays
Positioning PHDWin as a decision-making platform connecting analytics, forecasting, and economics

12:25 - 12:30

Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCING SHALE ECONOMICS THROUGH AI AND WORKFLOWS

12:30 - 13:30

NETWORKING LUNCH & VISITING THE SHALE PRODUCTION EXHIBITION

13:30 - 13:55

DRIVING EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY: HIGH-HORSEPOWER PUMP INNOVATIONS FOR ARGENTINA’S SHALE FUTURE

Alex Flores

GD Energy Products

Maximising completion efficiency by increasing flow per revolution and extending pump service life
Reducing the environmental footprint through natural gas and dual-fuel pump applications in shale operations
Advancing ESG goals with modular lightweight pumps that lower fuel use, transport requirements, and material waste

13:55 - 14:00

Q&A SESSION ON NEXT-GENERATION PUMP APPLICATIONS TO LOWER EMISSIONS AND SUPPORT ENERGY TRANSITION

14:00 - 14:25

NOVEL ARTIFICIAL LIFT SOLUTIONS FOR CHALLENGING SHALE WELLS: FIELD-PROVEN PERFORMANCE OF THE ESCHP

Joselyn Wilczynski

NOV - Extract Production

Identifying key shale well lift challenges from high gas volumes, solids loading, and variable inflow that strain ESPs and PCPs
Providing an overview of the ESCHP system, including contra-helical compression design, advanced materials, and high-load sealing technology
Sharing case study highlights from U.S. unconventional plays and Oman, showing longer run life, fewer interventions, and steadier output
Quantifying the operational and economic value of improved reliability through system-based engineering, enabling lower lifting costs and higher uptime

14:25 - 14:30

Q&A SESSION ON NEXT-GENERATION ARTIFICIAL LIFT STRATEGIES FOR SHALE DEVELOPMENTS

14:30 - 14:55

AI-ENABLED BARRIER ANALYTICS FOR REAL-TIME WELL BLOWOUT RISK MANAGEMENT

Altino Marques

DNV

Demonstrating how the MyBarrier Well platform quantitatively evaluates blowout risk during the operational phase using barrier-element and cavity modelling
Explaining how advanced algorithms identify potential leak paths and assess well integrity using graph-based analysis and time-dependent reliability models
Presenting real-time risk indicators including instantaneous leak probability, cumulative blowout risk over the well life, and incremental risk triggered by barrier failures
Showing how a visual three-zone risk framework enables operators to quickly assess well status and prioritise timely interventions to maintain safe well operations

14:55 - 15:00

Q&A SESSION ON DATA-DRIVEN APPROACHES TO WELL BARRIER MANAGEMENT

15:00 - 15:20

AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA

15:20 - 15:45

SCALING INDUSTRIAL INFRASTRUCTURE FOR VACA MUERTA: THE HIDDEN BOTTLENECK IN ARGENTINA’S SHALE EXPANSION

Javier Santos

CIMSA Servicios

Examining industrial execution challenges when scaling surface infrastructure to support rapid shale development in Vaca Muerta
Highlighting integrity management strategies for surface facilities, including corrosion protection, coatings, and maintenance planning
Assessing how industrial service capacity and project execution influence the pace of large-scale shale production growth

15:45 - 15:50

Q&A SESSION ON INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGIES TO OPTIMISE SHALE PRODUCTION GROWTH IN ARGENTINA

15:50 - 16:15

DATA QUALITY PROCESS AUTOMATION FOR WELL CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS

Gabriel Katz

ECONAT

Ensuring reliable well data through automated self-control and validation processes
Enhancing the consistency of databases to strengthen business intelligence and analytics
Improving decision-making and operational productivity while optimising overall costs
Providing detailed statistics to quickly identify deviations and resolve issues at the root

16:15 - 16:20

Q&A SESSION ON THE BENEFITS OF USING STATISTICS TO RESOLVE DATA DEVIATIONS AND ENSURE RELIABILITY

16:20 - 16:45

NOVEL AND INNOVATIVE PROCESSES TO IMPROVE PROPPANT DISTRIBUTION AND ENHANCE PRODUCTIVITY IN HYDRAULICALLY FRACTURED UNCONVENTIONAL RESERVOIRS

Leopoldo Sierra

LINQX

Addressing poor proppant placement by adapting fluid viscosity to improve transport and distribution
Validating the approach through slot-flow laboratory testing across multiple proppant types and loadings
Extending propped fracture length and conductivity while reducing overall water requirements in treatments
Applying the method across unconventional, tight, and conventional reservoirs to increase hydrocarbon recovery

16:45 - 16:50

Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED METHODS TO IMPROVE PROPPANT PLACEMENT AND FRACTURE PERFORMANCE

16:50 - 17:15

FRACTURING TODAY AND TOMORROW: THE IMPACT OF AI, AUTOMATION, AND TECHNOLOGY ON MODERN FRAC OPERATIONS

Matt Kuper

Liberty Energy

Reviewing recent advancements in North American frac operations and the technologies driving greater efficiency across the industry
Highlighting emerging innovations that incorporate artificial intelligence and automation in real-time frac treatments
Discussing how automation is transforming job execution and improving consistency and safety in field operations
Articulating the future of autonomous and remote frac treatments with full integration of power supply and field operations

17:15 - 17:20

Q&A SESSION ON THE ADVANTAGES OF TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AND AUTOMATION IN FRAC OPERATIONS

17:20 - 18:20

NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION

DAY 2 :

Thursday, 24 September, 2026

08:00 - 08:30

MORNING REFRESHMENTS

08:30 - 08:40

OPENING ADDRESS

08:40 - 09:05

ARGENTINA’S EVOLVING ENERGY LANDSCAPE: POLICY, INFRASTRUCTURE, AND EXPORT GROWTH

Enrique Prini Estebecorena

Allende & Ferrante

Scrutinising how national reforms and new investment frameworks enhance certainty for major energy projects
Surveying provincial initiatives that streamline permitting and expand incentives for oil and gas activity
Assessing infrastructure demands and cross-border requirements shaping regional hydrocarbon transport
Delving into Argentina’s export potential and competitive positioning in LNG and global hydrocarbon markets

09:05 - 09:10

Q&A SESSION ON ENERGY POLICY EVOLUTION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXPORT MARKETS

09:10 - 09:35

ARGENTINA’S EMERGING LNG MARKET: FROM VACA MUERTA GAS TO GLOBAL LNG

Bernardo Bertelloni

Martelli Abogados

Describing how Vaca Muerta’s production growth and seasonal dynamics are creating export opportunities through new midstream links
Reviewing key LNG projects across Argentina, including onshore and floating facilities, along with their development status and major stakeholders
Outlining the legal, commercial, and fiscal frameworks governing LNG exports and investment within Argentina’s evolving energy landscape

09:35 - 09:40

Q&A SESSION ON DEVELOPMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES IN ARGENTINA’S LNG MARKET

09:40 - 10:05

ADVANCED CERAMIC MATERIALS AND NATIONAL INNOVATION FOR ENERGY AND SHALE DEVELOPMENT

Gustavo Suárez

CETMIC

Tracing the history of Vaca Muerta while highlighting national efforts in knowledge and proppant development
Examining advanced ceramic processing, green forming techniques, and composite material innovations
Illustrating applications of ceramic materials in clean energy systems, including SOFCs, and lithium batteries

10:05 - 10:10

Q&A SESSION ON INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES FOR PROPPANT DEVELOPMENT IN SHALE RESERVOIRS

10:10 - 10:30

MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA

10:30 - 10:55

NEXT-GENERATION DRILL PIPE CONNECTIONS FOR IMPROVING DRILLING EFFICIENCY AND LOWERING TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP

Hector Handal

NOV

Comparing legacy and next-generation drill pipe connection designs to assess their impact on inspection performance, repair frequency, and operational reliability
Demonstrating how improved connection technology can reduce make-up time, minimise workshop interventions, and enhance drilling efficiency at field level
Quantifying the commercial benefits of lower repair rates, reduced logistics requirements, and earlier production through improved drillstring performance
Showcasing a case study from an unconventional drilling project to illustrate how connection design can directly influence total cost of ownership and project delivery

10:55 - 11:00

Q&A SESSION ON PRACTICAL APPROACHES TO LOWERING TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP IN DRILLING OPERATIONS

11:00 - 11:25

SEVERE SERVICE APPLICATIONS FOR FLOW CONTROL IN SHALE GAS PRODUCTION

Joseph Lewis

Baker Hughes

Probing the operational challenges encountered as shale-derived oil and gas move from the production phase through treatment facilities to pipeline delivery
Introducing advanced flow-control technologies designed to withstand severe service conditions commonly found in shale gas operations
Analysing how engineered solutions can mitigate erosion, pressure fluctuations, and equipment stress to improve reliability and systemperformance

11:25 - 11:30

Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED FLOW CONTROL METHODS FOR COMPLEX SHALE GAS SYSTEMS

11:30 - 11:55

MAXIMISING DRILLING EFFICIENCY TO ADVANCE SHALE PRODUCTION IN HORIZONTAL WELLS

Angela Rodriguez

ROGII

Integrating real-time geosteering with drilling optimisation to improve well placement, reservoir exposure, and rate of penetration
Leveraging AI to analyse operational data and convert unstructured reports into actionable insights for faster decision-making
Enhancing drilling performance and operational efficiency through continuous adjustments and data-driven execution strategies

11:55 - 12:00

Q&A SESSION ON THE ROLE OF AI IN IMPROVING DECISION SPEED AND DRILLING PERFORMANCE

12:00 - 12:25

AI-ASSISTED REMOTE OPERATIONS FOR RELIABILITY AND COST REDUCTION

Francisco Diaz Telli

Make Energy Sustainable

Presenting a field case study demonstrating how AI-assisted remote operations enhance reliability and reduce operational costs in large-scale unconventional developments
Showcasing 24/7 AI-driven remote asset monitoring to enable early anomaly detection, proactive maintenance, and reduced field intervention
Leveraging existing infrastructure to deploy scalable digital oversight without major capital upgrades or operational disruption
Integrating conventional and thermal imaging from fixed cameras and autonomous drones to strengthen situational awareness and asset integrity

12:25 - 12:30

Q&A SESSION ON AI-DRIVEN MONITORING SOLUTIONS TO OPTIMIZE REMOTE OPERATIONS

12:30 - 13:30

NETWORKING LUNCH & VISIT THE SHALE PRODUCTION EXHIBITION

13:30 - 13:55

EDGE-TO-CLOUD IIOT ARCHITECTURE FOR ANALYTICS

Paul Solano

4e Consulting Group

Identifying key challenges organisations face when deploying IIoT analytics across complex and distributed device networks
Unpacking practical ways to interpret IIoT data and convert it into actionable intelligence for better operational outcomes
Showcasing how edge-to-cloud integration empowers next-generation automation systems enhanced by AI and advanced analytics
Spotlighting major security concerns in IIoT frameworks and presenting proven strategies to strengthen system resilience

13:55 - 14:00

Q&A SESSION ON DATA STRATEGIES TO ENABLE NEXT-GENERATION IIOT ANALYTICS

14:00 - 14:25

FIRE SUPPRESSION FOR ARGENTINA’S SHALE AND MINING OPERATIONS

Joshua Jones

AFEX Fire Suppression Systems

Covering FM-rated fire suppression systems built for high-risk shale and mining environments, ensuring durable protection under vibration, heat, dust, and corrosive conditions
Featuring advanced system components, including automatic detection, multi-agent suppression options, and local or remote actuation suited for critical field equipment

Roberto Hung

AFEX Fire Suppression Systems

Providing insights from South American mining deployments showing measurable gains in uptime, safety performance, and alignment with insurance and ESG expectations
Bringing attention to opportunities for broader adoption across Vaca Muerta through collaboration with OEMs, service providers, and operators to strengthen equipment resilience and production continuity

14:25 - 14:30

Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED FIRE PROTECTION FOR SHALE AND MINING OPERATIONS

14:30 - 14:55

WATER USE FOR THE SHALE INDUSTRY: TRENDS, CHALLENGES, AND OPPORTUNITIES

Gonzalo Meschengieser

Cámara Argentina del Agua (CAA)

Examining emerging technologies for water sourcing, recycling, and management to support more efficient shale production operations
Addressing common myths and realities surrounding hydraulic fracturing while discussing potential alternatives and evolving industry practices
Exploring regional insights and operational lessons from shale developments such as Vaca Muerta to highlight water management challenges and opportunities

14:55 - 15:00

Q&A SESSION ON WATER MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE SHALE DEVELOPMENT

15:00 - 15:15

FEEDBACK AND RAFFLE DRAW

15:15 - 15:30

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