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 :
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
08:00 - 09:00
REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:00 - 09:10
OPENING ADDRESS
09:10 - 09:35
OPTIMIZATION OF OXYGEN REMOVAL IN FPSO DEAERATION TOWERS USING MINOX TECHNOLOGY


Jackson Onobume Okpetu
TotalEnergies
- Explaining why dissolved oxygen in seawater injection accelerates corrosion and increases reservoir souring risk, especially in sensitive reservoirs requiring early water injection
- Evaluating how deaeration tower internals and operating conditions directly influence oxygen removal efficiency and chemical scavenger requirements
- Assessing the value of MINOX technology for FPSO applications, particularly where space constraints and wind loading make traditional tall towers impractical
- Identifying cost-effective modularization strategies that reduce chemical consumption and OPEX while avoiding full system replacement in mature FPSO assets
09:35 - 09:40
Q&A SESSION ON OPTIMIZING FPSO DEAERATION SYSTEMS FOR SEAWATER INJECTION
09:40 - 10:05
OPTIMIZING FPSO POWER AND AUTOMATION SYSTEMS TO REDUCE OPEX AND ENHANCE ASSET RELIABILITY


Wasiu Abiola Salami
Seplat Energy
- Practical approaches to power optimization and electrical system integrity, with lessons from brownfield and expansion FPSO projects
- Leveraging automation, smart instrumentation, and condition monitoring to improve reliability, increase uptime, and reduce operating costs
- Innovative strategies for implementing instrumentation and electrical upgrades in challenging offshore and deepwater environments
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON POWER OPTIMIZATION STRATEGIES IN OFFSHORE OPERATIONS
10:10 - 10:35
ROI-DRIVEN USE CASES: THE IMPACT OF 5G CONNECTIVITY IN OFFSHORE OPERATIONS


Ammar Sabbagh
Ericsson
- Examining how private 5G enables high-value offshore applications including drone inspections, connected workers and remote asset monitoring
- Demonstrating how enhanced connectivity supports digital twins, automation, and real-time decision-making to improve operational efficiency
- Quantifying the business value of 5G-driven transformation through reduced downtime, optimized production, and safer offshore environments
- Addressing adoption strategies that help operations teams integrate 5G solutions into daily workflows and long-term digital roadmaps
10:35 - 10:40
Q&A SESSION ON 5G CONNECTIVITY STRATEGIES TO OPTIMIZE OFFSHORE OPERATIONS
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:30
PANEL DISCUSSION ON FPSO
11:30 - 11:55
FLOATING LNG STORAGE AND REGASIFICATION POWER AND WATER SOLUTIONS FOR COASTAL CITIES


Rafiq Khadimally
3D Engineering Surveys Limited
- Identifying the LNG and power infrastructure needs of developing coastal cities that lack capital for onshore facilities
- Introducing barge-based floating solutions that deliver LNG regasification, power generation, and water treatment at lower upfront costs
- Structuring a finance model using sovereign guarantees, leasing, and automatic debit repayment through international agencies
- Coordinating deployment through a project interface strategy involving sponsors, conglomerates, and operators to ensure seamless execution
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ON FLOATING LNG INFRASTRUCTURE FOR LOW-CAPEX ENERGY ACCESS
12:00 - 12:25
ELECTRICAL INTELLIGENT COMPLETION CHALLENGES: FOCUSING ON SUBSEA INTERFACES AND FPSO INTEGRATION


Fernando Salatiel de Oliveira
Petrobras
- Exploring subsea and FPSO electrical architectures including communication, power delivery, and EMC design via umbilicals
- Integrating intelligent completions with FPSO topsides through dedicated control panels, automation, and cybersecurity measures
- Evaluating brownfield and greenfield integration strategies, including FAT/SIT testing and commissioning practices
- Assessing reliability through RAM/SIL analysis, standard compliance (API 17F, IEC), redundancy, and condition-based maintenance tools
12:25 - 12:30
Q&A SESSION ON ELECTRICAL INTELLIGENT COMPLETIONS TO REDUCE SUBSEA POWER SYSTEM RISK
12:30 - 13:30
NETWORKING LUNCH AND VISITING THE FPSO EXHIBITION
13:30 - 13:55
FPSO REDUCED MANNING AS A PATHWAY TOWARD NORMALLY UNMANNED OPERATIONS


Tobias Kärrsten
KBR, Inc.
- Reassessing system requirements to simplify FPSO design while maintaining safety, reliability, and operational integrity
- Selecting robust equipment, materials, and coatings to eliminate failure-prone assets and reduce unplanned intervention
- Optimizing maintenance strategies and operational workflows to support reduced manning and longer service intervals
- Enabling remote monitoring, diagnostics, and operational support to sustain performance with fewer offshore personnel
13:55 - 14:00
Q&A SESSION ON COST-EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR OPTIMIZING OFFSHORE OPERATIONS
14:00 - 14:25
NUCLEAR INTEGRATION WITH FPSOs FOR NEXT-GENERATION OFFSHORE PRODUCTION SYSTEMS


Ricardo Castillo
Wood
- Deploying advanced offshore nuclear concepts as a new pathway for powering both new-build and existing FPSO assets
- Exploring how nuclear-enabled electrification can improve efficiency, reliability, and economics for FPSOs and FLNGs
- Assessing opportunities for mature field redevelopment using low-carbon nuclear power to extend asset life
- Highlighting the potential for reduced emissions, lower OPEX, and improved operational stability in offshore production
14:25 - 14:30
Q&A SESSION ON NUCLEAR-POWERED ELECTRIFICATION FOR FPSO AND FLNG OPERATIONS
14:30 - 14:55
APPLICATION OF FIBER GLASS MATERIALS FOR FPSOS


Gustavo Gamaliel
NOV
- Highlighting the use of fiberglass in piping, structural supports, tanks, and pressure vessels
- Addressing fiberglass applications for subsea systems to enhance corrosion resistance and durability
- Examining cost efficiency, lifecycle value, and weight reduction benefits in offshore operations
14:55 - 15:00
Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED MATERIALS FOR ENHANCED OFFSHORE DURABILITY
15:00 - 15:30
AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
15:30 - 15:55
DRIVING EFFICIENCY AND RELIABILITY IN FPSO OPERATIONS WITH INTEGRALLY GEARED COMPRESSORS


Mayur Patel
Hanwha Power Systems
- Addressing FPSO space and weight limitations by using compact, lighter integrally geared compressor designs
- Improving energy efficiency and lowering OPEX through optimized impeller speeds and multi-stage gearing
- Enhancing operational flexibility and reliability for varying gas conditions in demanding offshore environments
15:55 - 16:00
Q&A SESSION ON IMPROVING FPSO EFFICIENCY THROUGH ADVANCED COMPRESSION
16:00 - 16:25
UTILIZING AI TO BRING INTELLIGENCE, AUTOMATION, AND TRACEABILITY TO THE ENTIRE FPSO EPC LIFECYCLE


Miguel Kozlowski
OTZ Americas
- Demonstrating how AI-enabled workflows reduce manual certification by up to 99% across EPC project stages
- Improving data reliability through automated validation and digital tracking in field and fabrication environments
- Reducing time-to-operation by streamlining decision-making, inspections, and documentation across complex work scopes
16:25 - 16:30
Q&A SESSION ON STREAMLINING EPC WORKFLOWS WITH AI AND DATA TRACEABILITY
16:30 - 16:55
DIGITAL LIFECYCLE INTEGRITY FOR OFFSHORE EXECUTION CERTAINTY


Nuno de Sousa
EnerMech
- Examining how fragmented execution and inconsistent quality control drive rework, first-pass failures, and costly schedule disruption during offshore pre-commissioning
- Introducing a digital lifecycle integrity model with SIMPro as a centralized backbone, integrating construction, pre-commissioning, and long-term operations data
- Demonstrating how validated system boundaries, test histories, and equipment records establish a verified digital integrity baseline at first gas
- Presenting a real-world offshore case study showing reduced rework, improved safety outcomes, and measurable gains across operations and turnarounds
16:55 - 17:00
Q&A SESSION ON REDUCING OFFSHORE REWORK THROUGH DIGITAL INTEGRITY
17:00 - 17:30
RESERVED PRESENTATION
17:30 - 18:30
NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
Day 2 :
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
08:30 - 09:00
MORNING REFRESHMENTS
09:00 - 09:10
OPENING ADDRESS
09:10 - 09:40
RESERVED PRESENTATION
09:40 - 10:05
NAVIGATING U.S. EXPORT CONTROLS AND SANCTIONS IN FPSO PROJECTS


Ulrika Swanson
Cassidy Levy Kent
- Identifying critical export control and sanctions risks that affect technology access, supply chain dependencies and FPSO delivery timelines
- Assessing how concentrated sourcing of controlled equipment can influence integration performance, project costs and schedule certainty
- Outlining practical mitigation strategies including supplier diversification, alternative sourcing and contractual safeguards to manage compliance risk
- Examining how evolving U.S. sanctions trends shape FPSO structuring, financing decisions and global equipment integration planning
10:05 - 10:10
Q&A SESSION ON MANAGING SANCTIONS RISK IN FPSO SUPPLY CHAINS
10:10 - 10:35
DETERMINISTIC GOVERNANCE ARCHITECTURE FOR OFFLINE CONVERSATIONAL SYSTEMS


Mario Millan
Yulin Machinery International Corporation
- Examining the risks of unpredictable LLM responses in safety-critical and offline AI environments where control is non-negotiable
- Presenting a novel governance architecture that overlays deterministic control on any LLM without modifying or retraining the model


Angel Cruz
PROYMSA
- A break down four governance modules that manage user input, intent validation, risk evaluation, and controlled response generation
- Detailing a testing framework using fixed edge-case prompts to assess system-level reliability via the Governance Output Ratio (GOR) metric
10:35 - 10:40
Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED LLM OUTPUT MANAGEMENT IN RISK-SENSITIVE SYSTEMS
10:40 - 11:00
MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
11:00 - 11:25
ENGINEERED ON-STREAM LINE LIFTING FOR QUANTIFYING AND REMEDIATING CORROSION UNDER PIPE SUPPORTS ON FPSOS


Lonnie Tiegs
Ovolifts
- Examining the growing challenge of corrosion under pipe supports (CUPS) on FPSOs and its impact on piping integrity and asset lifespan
- Reviewing limitations of turnaround-based CUPS inspections and the need for a more efficient, year-round remediation approach
- Introducing engineered lifting systems and non-intrusive inspection tools that enable safe, live-line access without disrupting FPSO operations
- Showcasing how EMAT, guided wave, and lifting innovations are transforming CUPS management with improved safety, cost control, and uptime
11:25 - 11:30
Q&A SESSION ON INNOVATIVE CUPS REMEDIATION STRATEGIES TO OPTIMIZE PIPELINE INTEGRITY
11:30 - 11:55
APPLYING AI AND DIGITAL TOOLS TO IMPROVE FPSO SUBSEA OPERATIONS AND PLANNING


Aramis Weber
Deepcore Services
- Using AI, digital twins, and automation to improve subsea execution and intervention readiness
- Drawing lessons from real-world campaigns where digital tools reduced risk, cost, and downtime
- Bridging operational know-how and AI systems to improve safety, lifecycle value, and scheduling
- Highlighting how simulation and decision support tools optimize offshore FPSO-linked activities
11:55 - 12:00
Q&A SESSION ONADVANCED AI-ENABLED PLANNING AND DIGITAL TWIN SOLUTIONS TO OPTIMIZE OFFSHORE OPERATIONS
12:00 - 12:25
ENHANCING FPSO OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY AND REDUCING OPEX THROUGH DIGITIZATION AND FUEL OPTIMIZATION


Juwon Razaq Lawal
JuWonOil LLC
- Utilizing digital tools, automation, and data-driven insights to improve FPSO uptime and asset reliability across the lifecycle
- Applying practical fuel optimization and marine logistics strategies to support decarbonization and cost-control efforts
- Sharing real-world insights from offshore operations, marine fuel supply, and logistics coordination supporting deepwater FPSO assets
12:25 - 12:30
Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED DIGITALIZATION AND DECARBONIZATION APPROACHES IN FPSO PROJECTS
12:30 - 12:45
FEEDBACK AND RAFFLE DRAW
12:45 - 14:00
NETWORKING LUNCH
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