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 The 3-day event takes place Muang Thong Thani.

 

With the theme of "Fueling the Future of Asean towards Sustainable Development" the energy leaders are determined to expand the network of energy partners and identify a number of targeted regional initiatives to develop together for the benefit of enhanced energy security within the region.

 

Energy Minister Wannarat Channukul, who presided over the opening ceremony, said "A comprehensive energy partnership is one of the priorities for Asean energy policy. Energy developments that will take place in the region over the next decades represent real opportunities for its member countries and those concerned. Hosting this year's ASCOPE Conference and Exhibition by PTT who is the national energy company, Thailand can play a key role as a bridge between our energy partners in Southeast Asia."

 

To him, ASCOPE 2009 can be an effective channel for addressing Thailand's shared vision with Asean that is to achieve sustainable energy development through improved efficiency, alternative fuels and environmental protection.

"ASCOPE 2009 provides the opportunity for the leaders of Asean to translate their policies into actions, extends the knowledge and technology to achieve these goals and creates the international networking platform for new businesses and strengthened regional partnership."

Prasert Bunsumpun, president and CEO of PTT PPlc, who is playing host, noted that the world economic environment today is pushing the idea that businesses should always be in a state of readiness, using the latest innovations and new technologies to maximise their business potential and competitiveness.

"ASCOPE 2009 is set to be a promising platform for sharing of knowledge, generating business opportunities and better networking the petroleum industry across the region. Regional delegates as well as worldwide representatives will have a very good chance to explore ASEAN's energy market potential and meet with a large number of major buyers in oil, gas and energy businesses."

To drive energy sustainability, the agenda includes a full spectrum of topics addressed by energy experts in their respective fields, useful insights into the issues most pertinent to securing the region's energy future, plus the sharing of knowledge, experience and perspectives on trends and challenges that Asean and global energy markets are facing. Technical and business update sessions feature opportunities from both the upstream and downstream standpoints. 

In addition, a greater focus will be put on inter and intra-regional cooperation,    improved production methods, transport fuels development and sustainability.

Apart from the conference, ASCOPE 2009 features more than 200 energy firms from more than 30 countries showcasing their latest innovations on the exhibition space of over 9,500 sqm. These leading exhibitors include PTT, Petroliam Nasional Bhd (PETRONAS), Chevron Thailand Exploration and Production Ltd, Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation (JOGMEC), Technip Geoproduction (M) Sdn Bhd, Germanischer Lloyd Industrial Services Asia Sdn Bhd, China Petroleum Technology and Development Corporation and Schlumberger for instance. They participate in demonstrating innovative petroleum management strategies that will be highly beneficial to the region's overall energy business environment and R&D.

 

"The exhibition provides all industry members the opportunity to explore the latest innovations to enhance their business performance and to actively respond to the growing competition and social demands," said Prasert.  

 

Other highlights include an energy quiz contest for university students and the Vessel Management Seminar. The quiz is part of PTT's initiative to create greater awareness of sustainable energy development among the next generation of energy specialists.  

 

The exhibition is also open to the general public, from 10am to 6pm. Admission is free.