UPCOMING EVENTS

METHANE FINANCE ROUNDTABLE

Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Houston, TX

By Invitation Only

The Bilateral Chamber is partnering with the Atlantic Council and Environmental Defense Fund for an exclusive roundtable with PIMCO, a global leader in active fixed income across public and private markets. Companies specializing in methane abatement technologies and solutions are invited to participate and explore available project financing opportunities. Space is limited, and only qualified companies are encouraged to register.

For more information, contact Mr. Pat Phillips at pat@bilateralchamber.org 

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AFRICA INSIGHTS

Unlocking Libya’s Exploration and Investment Potential Forum

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Houston, TX

Libya's National Oil Corporation (NOC) Chairman Masoud Suleman and H.E. Dr. Khalifa Abdulsadek, Minister of Oil & Gas, the State of Libya, will join the boardroom session to present the NOC’s bid round documentation and invite major US companies interested in investing in Libya’s energy sector.

With 41% of Africa’s proven reserves and a goal to ramp up production to 2 million barrels per day by 2027, Libya is poised to become a major player in global energy markets. In 2024, Libya’s production reached 1.4 million bpd, the highest in over a decade, and the country is set to surpass Algeria and approach Nigeria. Stay tuned for more details on this unique opportunity. For more information, please contact Ms. Sukejna Kovacevic at: sukejna@bilateralchamber.org

In Partnership With

Members: Complimentary | Non-members: $50

Thursday, March 13, 2025
9:30 am - 11:00 am
Houston, TX

Maggy Shino
Petroleum Commissioner,
Ministry of Mines and Energy, Namibia

Namibia's Petroleum Commissioner, Maggy Shino, will join us for a curated discussion, offering attendees an opportunity to learn about the latest initiatives in the energy sector, investment opportunities, and workforce training programs designed to support the development of the country’s oil and gas industry.

Following several key discoveries in the Orange Basin and other promising areas, Namibia has become a hotspot for exploration. With its substantial hydrocarbon potential, the country has also positioned itself as an attractive investment destination, thanks to its supportive government and investor-friendly policies. For more information, please contact Ms. Sukejna Kovacevic at: sukejna@bilateralchamber.org

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Members: Complimentary | Non-members: $50

WORLD PETROCHEMICAL CONFERENCE

MARCH 17-21, 2025
Houston, TX

Join the Bilateral Chamber at next month’s World Petrochemical Conference.  With over 1,500 attendees, 550 companies, and participants from 53 countries, the conference brings together more than 200 speakers from across the global petrochemical sector.

Featured Panel: Securing Feedstocks for a Low-Carbon Future

Join us at the Executive Panel to explore the critical role of securing low-carbon feedstocks in the chemicals industry amid global sustainability efforts. With limited availability today, we’ll address bio-supply, waste processing, and energy transition challenges. Industry leaders will share strategies for sourcing sustainable materials, including crude-to-chemicals and bio/waste-to-chemicals. We’ll also discuss how reduced oil demand is impacting refining and natural gas liquids supply. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in a discussion on aligning feedstock strategies with global climate goals and fostering cross-sector collaboration. For more information, please contact Cari Broderson at cari@bilateralchamber.org

Speakers

Kurt Barrow
S&P Global Commodity Insights

Leon de Bruyn
Lummus Technology  

Juhan Robberts
ExxonMobil Product Solutions Company

Steve Prusak
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP

Preview the current AGENDA and SPEAKERS here.

Bilateral Chamber members receive a special discount. Use code BilateralChamber10% to save 10% on REGISTRATION fees!

Become a WPC Partner and maximize your participation onsite with elevated branding, onsite meeting space, and exclusive networking opportunities with the chemical industry’s most senior-ranking decision makers! Reach out to Ashley Greenleaf at ashley.greenleaf@spglobal.com to learn more.

FEBRUARY HIGHLIGHTS

EGYPES 2025 was a great success, bringing together key stakeholders from across the energy sector to shape the future of global energy. The event truly represented the epicenter of the global energy dialogue in Africa and the Mediterranean. A big thanks to everyone who made this event such a success. Please click on the video below to view the highlights from EGYPES 2025.