Singapore Section

End of Year Party

Collaborating with AEIN (Association of International Energy Negotiators), we will hold an End of Year Party jointly organized by the AIEN and SPE Singapore on Thursday, 12 December, 6 pm – 9 pm, at Dallas Restaurant and Bar (Level 3), 31 Boat Quay. This event is complimentary for SPE Singapore Chapter members, though pre-registration and verification against the membership list are necessary. Take this opportunity to network with fellow energy professionals, share insights, and grow your connections while enjoying year-end refreshments and light bites. Event Title: AIEN & SPE Year-End Social Event • Includes an opening presentation (information below) and a networking reception • The networking reception will have food and drinks available Opening Presentation: "Asia Pacific's E&P Sector: the Year Past and the Year Ahead" by Andrew Harwood • What were the key events and deals across Asia Pacific’s upstream sector in 2024? • How are the macro industry trends influencing strategies in Asia Pacific? • What to look out for in 2025 - where’s hot, and where’s not? Name: Andrew Hardwood Organization: Wood Mackenzie Title: Vice President, Corporate Research Bio: Andrew is responsible for Wood Mackenzie’s corporate coverage in Asia Pacific, providing analysis of the leading Asia-headquartered national and international oil companies. In addition to developing research content, providing insight and analysis, he advises clients on strategy and supports business development with key regional and global accounts. During more than 15 years with Wood Mackenzie, Andrew has also provided consulting support for clients on fiscal benchmarking, growth opportunity screening, portfolio valuation, infrastructure studies and industry advocacy. Based in Singapore since 2010, Andrew specializes in global upstream themes, corporate strategy for national and international oil companies, merger and acquisition trends, exploration performance and fiscal benchmarking. Non members may join with a fee (50$, 25$ for students)

Networking drinks - What does the energy transition actually mean for the Oil & Gas industry?

Networking gathering for Bez Hoxha's visit to Singapore. Bez Hoxha of CyberWorX Energy LLC breaks down the concept of energy transition, exploring its varying meanings and implications for different stakeholders (operators, service companies, governments, and the public) and discusses how the industry is shifting towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious approach through technological, policy, and cultural changes. Meet at Penny Black on Wednesday 19th of February 6PM onwards in the terrace, the event is BYO drink.

Distinguished Lecture: No Longer A Sunk Cost: Innovation & Collaboration For Decommissioning Subsea

No Longer A Sunk Cost: Innovation & Collaboration For Decommissioning Subsea Infrastructure Andrew Robson Watt Woodside Energy Abstract: Decommissioning involves the timely, safe, and environmentally responsible removal, or satisfactorily dealing with, infrastructure from offshore oil and gas operations. With a significant number of aging subsea assets, it’s estimated the cost of decommissioning in Australia alone will exceed US$45 billion over the next 50 years. Not unlike a Rubik's cube, decommissioning can seem like an unsolvable puzzle. Many sides must work together to solve a complex problem with a multitude of variables including environmental impact, safety, timing, and cost. Many decommissioned materials cannot be re-used and are not easily recycled. Collaboration and innovation are vital to help us find the right combination of solutions to achieve the best outcomes. Universities play a crucial role in this process by providing access to cutting-edge research, knowledge, and resources. These collaborations can create an environment that fosters innovation, where academia and industry professionals can work together to share knowledge and expertise and explore new technologies and methodologies. This lecture highlights the subsea oil and gas infrastructure decommissioning challenges we face as an industry, showcases some innovative solutions, and explains how in today's rapidly changing world, innovation and collaboration are essential for achieving success. The key takeaway is that we must solve this puzzle together. By working collaboratively, we can create a more sustainable future, reduce costs, and achieve more efficient decommissioning. Like solving a Rubik's cube, cooperation, collaboration, and innovation require patience and persistence, but the rewards can be great, and our subsea infrastructure will no longer be a sunk cost. Biography: Andy Watt is an energy industry professional with over 26 years of experience in various technical roles across Australasia, North Africa, the Middle East, and Indonesia. He has expertise in land seismic operations, geophysics, reservoir engineering, forecasting, production optimization, technology, and innovation. Currently, Andy serves as the Innovation Advisor at Woodside Energy, Australia's largest oil and gas company. In this role, he collaborates with Australian universities and industries to develop and implement innovative technical solutions. Andy holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Applied Physics and Microelectronics and is an active member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE). Gathering around 6PM, delicious Italian food and networking Talk 6:45PM - 7:15PM Q&A and further networking till 8:30PM Cost (for registration in advance): Members $35 / Non-members $50 / Students-retired-unemployed $25 Please register through this website so we record your name and email address. We only receive payment by Paynow or bank transfer. IMPORTANT: You will need to make a payment in advance. Please pay by Paynow to Nisim at 91688186. Remember to indicate your name in the reference. Official receipt will be sent to your email after the event. Payment at the door is $75 for everyone. See you soon! Please feel free to contact us via WhatsApp or email for any questions or clarification.

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What does the energy transition actually mean for the Oil & Gas industry ?

Abstract: What does energy transition mean? What are we transitioning to? How and when will we get there? In hindsight, the energy transition movement means different things to different entities. To operators, the primary focus is to transform their business (influenced by regulations and legislative policies) by reducing their carbon emissions while also investing in cleaner low-carbon energy sources, such as geothermal and hydrogen. For service companies, it is another potential revenue stream by offering products and services oil and gas operators, as well as renewable power generation companies. For governments, it is defined as an essential need for energy diversification in order to achieve sustainable, self-sufficient solutions that are less impacted by socio-economic or geo-political factors, i.e., energy security. It is important to note that the ‘public’ understand that what is driving this paradigm shift: technology, policy, and cultural change. The energy transition concept will be broken down as a current ‘buzzword’ and popular concept that is fettered by technology hype, political agendas, and/or financial influences that are attached to the term. Finally, light will be shined on how the industry's previous institutional mindset has changed to a broad, open-minded desire to create a net-postive outcome using Environmental, Social, and Governance techniques. Biography: Bez is Vice President of Energy Security in Government Contracts for CyberWorX Energy, focused on national security intelligence and strategic consulting for implementing energy technology. Bez has 15 years of experience in the energy sector – from hydrocarbons to renewables. Previously, Bez has worked as a consultant, energy technologist, and strategist for market research firms, service companies, and oil/gas operators. Additionally, Bez has experience as a Sr. Researcher in academia (over 50 publications, 4 patents, 1 book). Bez is active in SPE as a committee member for ATCE and ADIPEC. Bez has a master’s degree in petroleum engineering and a PhD Candidate in Management in Energy Sustainability. SPE Singapore - What does the energy transition actually mean for the Oil & Gas industry ? Link: https://meet.google.com/ryq-haej-wac

Distinguished Lecture: Economic Surprises of Late-Life Production

Economic Surprises of Late-Life Production Dwayne Purvis, P.E. Purvis Energy Advisors Abstract: For years, decommissioning costs were an after-thought to decision-making. They did not affect cash flows or business plans, and sometimes reserve reports did not even include them. Now, many legacy fields both within the U.S. and globally are declining to their final life stage. Even with many producing years remaining and a positive net present value, the total future cash flow can be – surprisingly – negative. Operators may not be ready for the unexpected reality since our industry has spent too little forethought on quantifying the scope of decommissioning, estimating its costs, ensuring security for the long term, and especially preparing funds for the surprisingly early onset of those costs. Though the price boom of recent decades delayed and distracted from the inevitable, natural depletion and the outlook for declining oil demand bring the issue to front. Now the industry finds itself with insufficient nomenclature, knowledge, or practices to handle decommissioning well. This presentation explains the unexpected late-life economic dynamics, the dangers they create, and how to foresee and avoid financial and environmental traps. Biography: Dwayne Purvis, P.E. has spent nearly 30 years in reservoir engineering and executive leadership as a consultant and operator. He has led or participated in hundreds of engineering and strategic studies over dozens of basins in the United States and abroad. Mr. Purvis leads Purvis Energy Advisors, and he frequently teaches, speaks, and writes for industry organizations and for Texas Christian University. Dwayne is a registered professional engineer in the state of Texas, member of SPEE, AAPG, SEG, SIPES and an active, 25-year member of SPE. He has also recently completed a Master of Arts in sustainable energy at Johns Hopkins University. Gathering around 6PM, delicious Italian food and networking Talk 6:45PM - 7:15PM Q&A and further networking till 8:30PM Cost (for registration in advance): Members $35 / Non-members $50 / Students-retired-unemployed $25 Please register through this website so we record your name and email address. We only receive payment by Paynow or bank transfer. IMPORTANT: You will need to make a payment in advance. Please pay by Paynow to Nisim at 91688186. Remember to indicate your name in the reference. Official receipt will be sent to your email after the event. Payment at the door is $75 for everyone. See you soon! Please feel free to contact us via WhatsApp or email for any questions or clarification.

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Top-Down Methane Emissions Detection and Quantification Methods for Oil and Gas Facilities

Abstract: Methane emissions from oil and gas facilities are a significant contributor to climate change and need to be accurately assessed to manage reductions and to meet sustainability goals and reporting requirements. Multiple approaches exist to address the challenge of quantifying methane emissions, from traditional “bottoms-up” leak detection to new technologies remotely measuring emissions “top-down” using satellites, aircraft, drones, and fixed devices. Each method has different capabilities and limitations, and selecting appropriate solutions for a particular situation can be a challenging task. This presentation will provide an overview of the options available, with a focus on top-down measurements. One technique that is emerging as a versatile and efficient approach across varied operating environments is the use of drones equipped with highly sensitive methane sensors that directly measure methane plumes. The presentation will explore this use of drones in more detail for onshore, offshore, and LNG facilities. Regional case studies will be used to illustrate the applications and consideration given to implementation in Singapore. Dave Turner bio Dave Turner is Asia Pacific Region Director for SeekOps, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Dave started his oil and gas career as a wireline engineer after completing his mechanical engineering degree and worked in the field for five years in locations across the Middle East. He then held various operations, sales, and technical management positions in upstream service product lines in Vietnam, Malaysia, and Angola. Returning to Malaysia, Dave specialised in conveyance risk management before entering the methane emissions detection field at SeekOps. Dave is a UK Chartered Mechanical Engineer and holds an engineering degree from the University of Wales, Cardiff, and an MBA from Imperial College London. Gathering around 6PM, delicious Italian food and networking Talk 6:45PM - 7:15PM Q&A and further networking till 8:30PM Cost (for registration in advance): Members $35 / Non-members $50 / Students-retired-unemployed $25 Please register through this website so we record your name and email address. We only receive payment by Paynow or bank transfer. IMPORTANT: You will need to make a payment in advance. Please pay by Paynow to Nisim at 91688186. Remember to indicate your name in the reference. Official receipt will be sent to your email after the event. Payment at the door is $75 for everyone. See you soon! Please feel free to contact us via WhatsApp or email for any questions or clarification.

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Natural Hydrogen: A Geological Novelty or a Game Changer for the Energy Transition?

Hydrogen is currently in vogue as the ultimate low carbon, sustainable energy solution. World consumption is predicted to grow eight-fold from around 70 million tonnes annually today to more than 550 million tonnes by 2050. Over 90% of current hydrogen supply comes from fossil fuels but given the ambitious global net zero targets where will all this future hydrogen supply come from? Finding a new way to produce hydrogen which does not require significant energy input nor emit CO2 yet is commercially viable is therefore extremely important for the World. Natural/geologic hydrogen which is generated within the Earth by on-going geological processes is being suggested as one such source. Until recently even the concept of naturally occurring hydrogen on the Earth was deemed impossible given its reactive nature, low atomic weight and its extremely small molecular size. Consequently, the exploration for natural hydrogen is still very much in its infancy. What we do know is that natural hydrogen certainly exists at the Earth’s surface as seepages or as low pressure/low volume accumulations. However, can it be found trapped as a free gas at depth with pressures sufficient for commercial flow rates using existing drilling technologies? This talk will discuss current examples of natural hydrogen exploration but will focus on a project where reservoir burial depths are greater than 3 kilometres and subsurface temperatures approaching 100°C. It will illustrate using the 1963 Monzón-1 well in northern Spain what a by-passed natural hydrogen discovery looks like and how by using existing oil/gas technologies the discovery could form the basis for Europe’s first commercial natural hydrogen development. The one take away from this lecture should be that natural/geologic hydrogen exists, it can be explored for and hopefully produced commercially by leveraging existing oil/gas people and technologies. Distinguished Lecturer: Christopher Atkinson Chris has over 40 years’ experience in the energy/resource sector initially working for Shell and then Atlantic Richfield in their reservoir research divisions and ultimately as the Exploration Vice President of ARCO Europe/Eurasia before the merger with BP plc. In 2001 Chris left big oil and co-founded the predecessor of Serica Energy plc which today is one of the top ten oil and gas producers in the UK North Sea. In 2018 he co-founded Helios Aragon which is exploring for natural/geologic hydrogen and helium gas in Spain, UK, Poland, Australia and Oman. Chris also currently acts as a non-executive director of Lime Petroleum in Norway and is the Chairman and board member for Masirah Oil in Oman. Chris is a member of the SPE Singapore section, a past president and life member of SEAPEX (Southeast Asian Petroleum Exploration Society) and spent several years as an active council member of the IPA (Indonesian Petroleum Association). Chris holds both a BSc and PhD in Geology from the University of Wales, UK and has published numerous scientific articles throughout his career. Gathering around 6PM, delicious Italian food and networking Talk 6:45PM - 7:15PM Q&A and further networking till 8:30PM Cost (for registration in advance): Members $35 / Non-members $50 / Students-retired-unemployed $25 IMPORTANT: You will need to make a payment in advance. Please pay by Paynow using the UEN: S75SS0049A or the QR code below. Bank details: Account Name: S'PORE SECTION SOC PETROLEUM ENGINEERS Account No: 006-012393-7. Remember to indicate your name in the reference. Official receipt will be sent to your email after the event. Payment at the door is $75 for everyone. See you soon! Please feel free to contact us via WhatsApp or email for any questions or clarification.

Commerciality of CCS projects - Challenges and Drivers

Abstract Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) can help to reduce emissions as part of a broad portfolio of solutions, especially where decarbonisation is challenging, enabling the continued use of energy infrastructure while businesses and industries transition. Globally, the number of CCS projects is on the rise, with several successfully secured bank financing and reaching Final Investment Decision (FID). In the upcoming gathering, Ying Ying will provide an overview of the CCS market, highlighting the key drivers of investment, as well as the challenges and opportunities faced by the industry, with a particular focus on Asia. Biography Ying Ying has over 15 years of experience in the energy sector. Her focus in Standard Chartered covers key emission reduction solutions including CCS. She also plays an active role in carbon market development. Prior to her time in the bank, Ying Ying worked with Mitsubishi Corporation on LNG value chain investment. She was also a core team member of NextGen CDR Facility. Ying Ying completed a course in Climate Change Management & Finance at Imperial College in 2021, and she holds an MSc in Metals and Energy Finance as well as a B.Eng in Civil Engineering. Ying Ying draws track record from MENA, ASEAN and Greater China with local experience in Singapore, London and Beijing. Gathering at 12PM Talk 12:30PM - 1PM Q&A and further networking till 2PM This event is only for members, get your membership here: https://www.spe.org/en/members/

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Regional Event: Hybrid Philippine Sustainable Aviation Fuel Investment Forum - 10 Oct

SPE Singapore would like to share about the Philippines SAF Investment forum: Warm greetings from the Philippine Trade and Investment Center-Singapore, the representative office of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry and the commercial section of the Philippine Embassy in Singapore. On behalf of the Philippine Board of Investments and the Global Green Growth Institute, we are pleased to invite you and your team to the 1st Philippine Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Investment Forum. The event is on 10 October 2025 (Friday), 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Manila time) at the Marriott Hotel Manila, Pasay City, with an option to join virtually. The half-day program will feature: Investment pitches from SAF project proponents (SAFAsia, SAFAL, Cavitoil Basura Power) Fiscal incentives presentation by the Philippine Board of Investments Policy updates and roadmap from the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines Financing session led by the Asian Development Bank Feedstock sourcing insights from the Department of Agriculture Panel discussion and networking with government, industry, and development partners The forum aims to showcase the Philippines’ SAF opportunities and provide a platform to explore partnerships in project development, financing, SAF, and feedstock sourcing. Please register through this link: https://tinyurl.com/ PHSAFInvestmentsForumRegForm . The full program is attached for reference. Do let us know if this is something of your interest. Thank you so much, and we hope to see you at the forum.

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Regional Event: Carbon Capture Wells – The same, but different

About the Presentation: This lecture will introduce carbon capture wells and highlight some of the unique challenges faced with constructing these wells. The similarities with conventional oil, gas and water wells will be explored and the differences will be explained. The lecture will touch on well integrity, injectivity challenges, chemical processes and some innovative modelling and testing approaches that can help in the design of CO2 injection wells. The differences between different CO2 store types will be explained and the different challenges faced in saline aquifer and depleted hydrocarbon stores explored. The lecture will explain how conventional oil and gas well design can transition to CO2 injection well design and the key role well engineers, production technologists, production chemists and near wellbore flow specialists need to play as part of a multidisciplinary approach to achieving CO2 injection well objectives. A key take away from the lecture will be that many of the existing oil and gas well design and construction skills are required for CO2 injection wells, but there are additional challenges to consider, challenges that we as an industry are well equipped to overcome. About the Distinguished Lecturer: Michael is an experienced industry professional and leader with over 35 years’ experience. A graduate of University College Dublin, Michael served on the API committee which developed procedures for return permeability testing. He has authored many technical publications on formation damage and numerical well modelling having developed procedures for modelling flow in wells and reservoirs using computational fluid dynamics. Michael served as an SPE distinguished lecturer in 2009-2010 and again in 2014-2015 and has presented technical papers and training courses globally. More recently Michael has worked in CO2 storage and has contributed to well design in several CO2 stores. About the Event Price: Early Bird SPE Member $40 <Until 7 October 2025> Early Bird Non-Member $60 <Until 7 October 2025> SPE Member $50 Non-Member $70 Date: Tuesday, 14 October 2025 Location: Parmelia Hilton Hotel Location: 14 Mill Street, Perth WA 6000 Time: 4:45pm – 5:00pm Registration & Networking. Time: 5:00pm – 5:50pm Opening remarks and presentation. Time: 5:50pm – 6:00pm Q&A Session. Time: 6:00pm – 7:30 pm Networking drinks & nibbles. Free tickets are available for Students. SPE WA in conjunction with our sponsors is kindly sponsoring students to attend the monthly technical events. Please apply through your Student Chapter.

In Singapore: Singapore Energy Week

The Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW) is an annual platform for energy professionals, policymakers and commentators to share best practices and solutions within the global energy space. First held in 2008, SIEW is organised by the Singapore Energy Market Authority (EMA), a statutory board under the Ministry of Trade and Industry. Our main goals are to ensure a reliable and secure energy supply, promote effective competition in the energy market and develop a dynamic energy sector in Singapore. EMA’s anchor event, the SIEW Summit will feature high-level keynotes and panel discussions around this year’s theme "Envisioning Energy Tomorrow, Building Systems Today". Other key events include the Singapore-IEA Forum, Singapore-IRENA High-Level Forum, SIEW Energy Insights, SIEW TechTable and SIEW Thinktank Roundtables. SIEW partner events, including the Asia Clean Energy Summit, Asian Downstream Summit & Asian Refining Technology Conference, Asia Gas Markets Conference, and Conference of Electric Power Supply Industry, provide an opportunity to focus in on industry-specific topics. We look forward to welcoming everyone at SIEW 2025 on 27 - 31 October!

Clay Formation Characterization Using Supervised Machine Learning and Stochastic Multimineral Modeli

Abstract A recent study supporting the formation evaluation of argillaceous units considered for deep geological storage of radioactive waste will be presented in this session. Conducted within the TBO project, this work integrates over 5 km of core data from nine boreholes with a comprehensive logging suite — including Spectral GR, Density–Neutron–PEF–Sigma, and Elemental Spectroscopy — as well as high-resolution core measurements (XRF, MSCL). The workflow highlights: Rigorous depth matching, bias checking, and QC across datasets. Application of supervised machine learning to enhance quantification of key accessory minerals such as smectite, chlorite, and TOC. Integration into a stochastic Multimin inversion, calibrated to core porosity, grain density, and XRD mineralogy. Monte Carlo uncertainty analysis with 800 iterations ensuring robustness of results. The resulting model delivers a continuous, uncertainty-qualified description of mineralogy and porosity — critical for the safety assessment of radioactive waste repositories. Speaker : Serge Marnat Senior Petrophysicist & Technical Director – Ad Terra Consultancy With over 30 years of industry experience, Serge Marnat is a distinguished geologist engineer from IFP School. His career spans TotalEnergies, Addax Petroleum, and Ad Terra, covering diverse geological settings from nickel mining to complex subsurface reservoirs. He is recognized for pioneering advances in deterministic and stochastic multimineral workflows, machine learning applications, and uncertainty evaluation within formation characterization. Join Us Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into the next generation of petrophysical workflows that blend machine learning and stochastic modeling for high-stakes geological evaluations. 🎟 Free attendance – registration required. Send by email to Federico Games: federicogames@gmail.com.

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APAC CCS Market Analysis Webinar

Abstract: Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) plays a pivotal role in achieving decarbonization goals. This online session will present a comprehensive market analysis and forecast for CCS in the Asia-Pacific region, offering the latest insights into emerging trends and investment opportunities. Particular emphasis will be placed on the influence of evolving regulatory frameworks and policy developments on CCS investments—both current and projected over the next decade—across key sectors such as upstream oil and gas, hydrogen, steel, cement, refining and chemicals, and power generation. The following questions will be addressed: 1. What policy and regulatory developments are creating new opportunities for CCS deployment across different markets? 2. How are industrial emitters positioning their CCS strategies to capitalize on improving policy landscapes and expanding storage availability? 3. Which regions and sectors are leading the way in developing capture and storage infrastructure and what are the potential headwinds? Bio This session will be presented by Fauzi Said and Stephanie Chiang from Wood Mackenzie. Fauzi is a Senior Research Analyst focused on providing integrated research and data analytics to project developers, investors, regulators and authorities on carbon management and storage in Asia Pacific. His insights on storage projects, industry activities, policies and regulations in the region enable customers to make quality, informed decisions on their decarbonisation strategies and investments. Before joining Wood Mackenzie, Fauzi worked at Shell for as a JV representative, subsurface team lead, geoscientist and drilling engineer responsible for subsurface development plans, joint-venture operations and unitisation in Brunei, Malaysia and the United States of America. Fauzi graduated with a BSc. (Hons) in Geology with Geophysics from the University of Leicester, United Kingdom. He is a keen golfer, and a social tennis and badminton player Stephanie Chiang is a senior analyst in Wood Mackenzie’s CCUS research team based in Singapore. She provides insight and strategic analysis on the CCUS landscape to project developers, technology providers, investors, and governments. Her work involves tracking and analysing projects, building asset valuations, and interpreting regulations and policies in APAC. She is sought out for her insights on key industry topics. Prior to joining Wood Mackenzie, Stephanie spent four years at the Singapore Economic Development Board focused on driving industry decarbonisation in Singapore. She engaged key industry players in the energy and chemicals sectors, influenced government policies, and developed the business case for the government to support new technologies such as CCUS and chemical recycling. Stephanie holds a B.A. in Economics (Hons., Highest Distinction) from the Nanyang Technological University (Singapore).

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2026 Distinguished Lecturer - Carbon Storage Risks and Costs: Busting Perceptions and Myths

Abstract Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) has historically faced challenges in achieving commercial-scale success across various regions globally. The conversation often circles back to pervasive beliefs regarding CCS, namely the assertion that it is excessively risky and costly. This presentation highlights a range of successful global CCS projects and the diverse business strategies they employ, some of which operate independently of governmental subsidies or carbon pricing. The adequate and proportionate understanding of the role of Geological CO2 Storage Regulations and Technical Standards is highlighted, as they are frequently perceived as the primary enablers of the CCS industry. This lecture will explore the crucial importance of selecting suitable geological sites for CO2 storage. It will also address operational challenges in managing fluids with unique thermodynamic properties and examine how existing legacy wells, whether repurposed or not, can affect the risk and cost aspects of CO2 storage projects. Adequate site selection, operational considerations and the impact of legacy wells are essential aspects associated with successful implementation of CCS at scale. Furthermore, the discussion concludes with reflections on Value generation beyond direct economic revenue, highlighting scalability and maturation time as key performance indicators for CO2 storage projects. Biography With two decades of energy sector experience, Diego has worked on diverse projects, from hydrocarbon exploration to carbon capture and storage (CCS) and sustainable energy solutions. Diego's portfolio includes significant involvement in prominent commercial CCS projects like Northern Lights (Norway), Aramis and Porthos (Netherlands), Endurance (UK), Gorgon (Australia), Prinos (Greece), Lang-Lebah (Malaysia), and Arthit (Thailand). Diego specializes in translating CO2 storage regulations into detailed operational plans. He holds the role of Principal Advisor and CCS Practice Lead for the Eastern Hemisphere at Halliburton and is an advisory board member for a New York-listed startup focused on optimizing CC(U)S costs.

*** *** SPE Singapore 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner *** ***

Dear SPE Members, We are excited to invite you to a landmark celebration: the 50 th Anniversary of the SPE Singapore Section Gala Dinner , commemorating five decades of technical excellence, community building, and industry leadership. Event Details Date: Monday, 6th of April , 18:00 – 21:00 Venue: Singapore Flyer Location: 30 Raffles Ave., #02-01, Singapore 039803 (below the Singapore Flyer) Program Highlights: Keynotes from the SPE International President, leaders of major upstream IOC, government representative, and academic expert Local Section Awards Networking gala dinner with industry peers and partners Quiz & prizes Entry Fees Ticket Type Early Bird (by 31 Oct) Standard (by 12 Nov) Members $50 $75 Non-Members $125 $150 Students Members $35 $50 get your SPE membership here . Note: SPE Singapore is working hard on supporting our members and the industry with knowledge sharing opportunities. Most organisations will allow employees to expense their entry fees to our events. If can, we ask you to consider paying the undiscounted entry fee. This will help us continue serving you. Sponsorship Opportunities We welcome corporate sponsors to support this milestone event and gain visibility across our vibrant community. As we print posters and goodies ahead of the Gala Dinner, this is the best time to confirm your sponsorship and be recognised on our promotional material and during the event. Let’s celebrate this milestone together and shape the future of energy in Singapore. How to register: 3 ways: 1. Pay by Paynow using the UEN: S75SS0049A or the QR code below. 2. Bank details: Account Name: S'PORE SECTION SOC PETROLEUM ENGINEERS Account No: 006-012393-7. 3. Using the Eventbrite platform . Remember to indicate your name in the reference. Send us an email with your name, membership number and company to get the receipt. Note that most companies will accept to expense your ticket to SPE events as it is part of your continuous education.

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Drilling for White Hydrogen: Global Prospects and Emerging Frontiers

Abstract: White hydrogen—naturally occurring geologic hydrogen—is gaining momentum as a clean energy source. Recent discoveries in Albania, France, Mali, and the U.S. underscore its global potential. This presentation explores subsurface mechanisms, drilling strategies, and key geologic formations hosting hydrogen reserves. Special focus is given to tectonic settings, ultramafic rock zones, and rift basins favorable for hydrogen generation. The talk highlights emerging exploration efforts, regulatory frameworks, and the role of hydrogen in national energy strategies. Biography: Bez is Vice President of Energy Security in Government Contracts for CyberWorX Energy, focused on national security intelligence and strategic consulting for implementing energy technology. Bez has 15 years of experience in the energy sector – from hydrocarbons to renewables. Previously, Bez has worked as a consultant, energy technologist, and strategist for market research firms, service companies, and oil/gas operators. Additionally, Bez has experience as a Sr. Researcher in academia (over 50 publications, 4 patents, 1 book). Bez is active in SPE as a committee member for ATCE and ADIPEC. Bez has a master’s degree in petroleum engineering and a PhD Candidate in Management in Energy Sustainability.

Endorsed Event: World Offshore Week

Join the Offshore Oil, Energy & Marine Community at World Offshore Week 20,000+ Industry Leaders within the Global Oil & Gas community for connecting, learning, and shaping the future of the industry. 2,500+ On-Floor Attendees with every 1 in 5 attendees holding senior level job profiles 300+ Delegates attending the premium FPSO World Congress, the World's leading & longest platform for FPSO Innovation and Leadership 20,000+ Qualified Exhibitors dedicated in showcasing top-notch innovative solutions 42+ Countries represented at the event spanning across the globe

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