|  Joint SEG/SBGf/SPE Workshop Global Perspectives for Deepwater Presalt Exploration and Development SOLD OUT! Registration has reached its capacity for this workshop! 11–12 September 2012
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Important Dates: 15 June 2012 - Registration opens 10 July 2012 - Housing reservation deadline 9 August 2012 - Advanced registration deadline
The global focus on exploration and development of subsalt resources, including presalt areas, has challenged the oil industry to find advanced technical solutions to the unique complexities of this emerging play concept. Brazil, including the presalt play, has attracted international attention as one of the newest and biggest frontiers in exploration. Subsalt discoveries have also been made in deepwater West Africa, including recent presalt success. The Gulf of Mexico has an extensive track record of technical innovation in managing subsalt challenges from exploration to production. The subsalt and presalt play is typically characterized by poor to limited seismic imaging and resolution, challenging drilling and high development costs. The complexities of this environment lead to high levels of uncertainty and increased risks for exploration, appraisal and development, posing significant technical and commercial challenges for the oil industry. The objective of this workshop is to address challenges and share best practices and technological breakthroughs in presalt and subsalt exploration, appraisal, and development through a multi-disciplinary approach. Oral presentations and discussions will feature advances in seismic imaging, well design and execution as well as reservoir characterization and rock physics. Global case studies will highlight experiences from industry leaders in this complex and exciting new play. Hotel The Windsor Atlantica Hotel will serve as the meeting venue and will have sleeping rooms available during your stay. A block of rooms has been reserved at the Windsor Atlantica Hotel and are available at a nightly rate of R$552 (approx USD$300) for single capacity and R$605 (approx USD$330) for double capacity. Reservations can be made online here. Meeting Format The meeting will comprise a selection of oral presentations with discussion periods. Location The meeting will be held at the Windsor Atlantica Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Schedule - Tuesday, 11 September - Full day of sessions and Gala Dinner
- Wednesday, 12 September - Full day of sessions
The workshop will conclude following the Wednesday afternoon session. Visa information invitation letters: Participants in this workshop may generate an official invitation letter using the "Create my letter" form. For those whose company or organization is planning on sending more than one individual to the workshop, additional documentation may be required for scheduling an appointment with the local Brazilian embassy. If additional assistance is required, fill out a separate invitation letter for each individual requesting a visa using the form below. Each invitation letter has a unique reference number. Produce one cover letter listing all individuals requesting a visa. The letter must include the following information for each individual: - name
- passport number
- date and place of birth
- nationality as it appears on the passport
- reference number from the invitation letter
Fax these forms together with the cover letter printed on the group's official stationery to +1.918.497.5557, attention Visa Letter Assistance.
Please note that this letter does not guarantee that you will be granted a visa, nor does it commit SEG to pay any expenses you may incur. It is the sole responsibility of the attendee to obtain the necessary paperwork for entry to the United States. If you have any questions about this form or the letter it generates, please send us an e-mail. Create my letter Program Committee Eric Ekstrand (BP America), Co-Chairman; Gene Walton (BP America), Co-Chairman; Paulo Johann (Petrobras), Co-Chairman; Antonio Lage (Petrobras); Antonio Pinto (Petrobras); Carlos Abreu (Petrobras); Carlos Cunha (Petrobras); David Reid (Shell); Heitor D'Arrigo (BG Brasil); Jacek Jaminski (BP America); John Bastnagel (CGGVeritas); John de Lange (BG Brasil); Kristan Reimann (Maersk Oil); Marcos Bueno (Petrobras); Robert Bruant (BP America); Wenceslau Gouveia (Shell) SEG Meeting Planner Amy Watson SBGf Events Coordinator
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