An Intensive 5-day Training Course
International Gas Business
The Dynamics of Global Gas Business in the Changing Energy Industry
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 17 - 21 Feb 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 18 - 22 Aug 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 24 - 28 Aug 2025 | Muscat - Oman | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 20 - 24 Oct 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 10 - 14 Nov 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 17 - 21 Nov 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 23 - 27 Mar 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Online
| 10 - 14 Nov 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 17 - 21 Nov 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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We offer a variety of tailored training options, customized to meet your organisation's needs. Delivered anytime, anywhere, we make it easy to bring expert training directly to your team.
Why Choose this Training Course?
Natural gas is the most energy efficient fossil fuel— it offers important energy saving benefits when it is used instead of oil or coal. It is also a source of hydrocarbons for petrochemical feedstock and a major source of elemental sulfur. Its popularity as an energy source is expected to grow substantially in the future because natural gas can help achieve two important energy goals for the twenty-first century— providing the sustainable energy supplies and services needed for social and economic development and reducing adverse impacts on global climate and the environment in general.
This interactive, applications-driven 5-day PetroKnowledge training course will highlight the added value that International Gas Business can offer a professional, including the necessary technical, commercial, and business management training.
This training course will feature:
- The fundamentals of natural gas extraction, purification, transportation, market dynamics, pricing and its business economics
- Strong perspective of the natural gas industry from wellheads to market
- Wide array of technical, commercial, contractual business transactions
- Technical and economic success factors in business to support strategic initiatives; to mitigate risk; and to direct operational decision making
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand how natural gas is found in nature and how gas wells are developed
- Gain better understanding of the dynamics of the entire natural gas value chain addition from wellhead to the burner tip
- Recognize the major and common processes of the natural gas plants, and understand technical process drawings
- Determine various methods used to purify natural gas
- Understand the oil and gas facilities terminology
- Recognize how gas processing fits into the value chain for hydrocarbon products and identify the key issues at the plants
- Distinguish the difference between various gas conditioning and processing technologies, and decide which technique should be used based on the process
- Understand the principles of gas measurement and common measurement devices Discuss the market’s needs for NGL, LPG, ethane, propane and butane
- Understand the pipeline transfer
- Learn economic evaluation benchmarks and determine return on investments
Who is this Training Course for?
This PetroKnowledge training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Business Development managers
- Corporate Planning professionals
- Geoscience & Engineering professionals
- Supply Planners & Scheduling professionals
- Government regulators
- Law professionals
- Tax & Finance advisors
- Auditing personnel
- Compliance officers
- Equity analyst and Bankers
- Joint Venture officers
- Negotiators and Contracting professionals
- Trading professionals
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The daily workshops will be highly interactive and participative. Participants will learn by active participation throughout the programme through the use of programme materials, case study exercises, quizzes, training videos and discussion of business cases issues in their organizations.
Daily Agenda
Day One: Setting the Natural Gas Scene in Energy Industry
- Natural Gas Fundamentals
- Introduction
- History
- Natural gas origin and sources
- Natural gas composition & classification
- Natural gas resources
- Natural Gas from Wellhead to the Market
- Exploration and production
- Processing and Production
- Sales gas transmission
- Underground storage
- Distribution
- Natural Gas Fundamentals
- Characteristics of natural gas
- Chemistry of oil and gas
- Raw gas contaminants
- Sales gas and product specifications
- Vapor/liquid separation principals
- Terminology
- Gas Traditional Processes
- Excess water removal
- Acid gas removal
- Dehydration
- Mercury removal
- Nitrogen removal
- NGL separation
- Gas sweetening and sulfur recovery
- Acid gas reinjection
- Natural gas liquids and dew point control
Day Two: Essential Logistics in Natural Gas Business
- Nitrogen Rejection Processes
- Cryogenic process
- Absorption process (using lean oil or solvent) Membrane separation
- Adsorption process (activated carbon) Storage System
- Storage tanks
- Vapour recovery system LACT unit
- Sampling
- Natural Gas Transportation
- Pipeline components
- Compressor stations
- Metering stations
- Valves
- Control stations
- Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG)
- Why LNG a growth industry
- Compression & Refrigeration
- Transportation of LNG
- Major LNG Exporting nations
- Major Importing nations
- Pipeline Operations
- Basics of gas pipeline
- Gas flow measurement
Day Three: Introduction to the LNG Industry
- LNG Sales, Marketing and Trade
- Price disparity in different regions
- LNG Benchmarks
- Major changes in LNG business
- Business Sector
- Industry and market Structure
- Natural gas demand
- Natural gas supply
- Economics of the natural gas plants
- Global Markets
- Where and who are the users of LNG
- Projects currently under development
- Key Project Risk and Value Identification
- Understanding the fundamental commercial drivers for project success
- Identification of key project risks (from a commercial perspective) and mitigation strategies
- Reserves definitions and reserves certification
- Completion and cost overrun risks
- Cost linkages to oil and gas prices
Day Four: Risk Management and Dispute Prevention
- Handling Risks
- Risk management techniques
- The Risk Matrix
- Disputes
- Causes of disputes
- Dispute resolution
- Arbitration and expert determination
- LNG Project Financing Essentials
- Financial structures in LNG
- Investment decision making
- The key value drivers in LNG financing
- Overview of LNG Financing Options
- Balance financing
- ECA and multilateral agency funding
- Capital markets
- Asset based financing
- Project financing and structured recourse financing
Day Five: License Agreements, Regulations, Future Trends
- Upstream Fiscal & License Agreements
- Fiscal and legal regimes worldwide
- Production sharing arrangements
- Regulations
- The history of regulations
- The market under regulation
- The environmental impact
- The Future Trends in Natural Gas Trends
- Trends in LNG markets
- Latest changes and movements in LNG trading
- The impact of shale gas
- Hubs vs. oil for price setting
- Market shifts in importation and liquefaction
- Mid and small scale LNG
- Floating and niche LNG concepts
- Wrap-up and Summary
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why PetroKnowledge?
PetroKnowledge is a globally recognized provider of training courses for oil and gas professionals, offering a wide range of specialized training courses designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and expertise in the energy sector. With courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry, PetroKnowledge helps professionals stay up-to-date with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices.
Who are these training courses designed for?
Our courses are specifically developed for professionals in the oil and gas industry, including engineers, technical staff, managers, and other specialists looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the sector, our training for oil and gas professionals is suited to individuals at all stages of their professional journey.
Are the courses delivered online or in person?
PetroKnowledge offers flexible learning solutions with both online courses and in-person training options. Online courses for oil and gas professionals provide the flexibility to learn from anywhere, while in-person courses offer a hands-on, interactive learning environment. Each training course page provides detailed information on the delivery format, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your learning style and schedule
Can I get a customized training course for my team?
Yes, PetroKnowledge offers customized in-house training solutions for organizations looking to upskill their teams. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses for oil and gas professionals that address specific challenges and objectives. Whether you need on-site training or online solutions, we can tailor the training courses to suit your organization’s needs.
Are there any prerequisites for attending a course?
Certain advanced training courses for oil and gas professionals may require prior experience or technical knowledge. These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully benefit from the course content. We recommend reviewing the course description on the relevant page to determine if any prerequisites apply to your selected course.
How can I enroll in a course?
Enrolling in one of our training courses for oil and gas professionals is simple and convenient. Navigate to the specific course page, click “Enroll Now,” and complete the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with further details on how to proceed.
You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
+971 50 981 7386 | +971 2 557 7389 or send an email to [email protected]
When should I expect to receive confirmation of registration?
Upon successful registration online, enrolment on the respective training course will be confirmed by Registration Team by e-mail along with the invoice and joining instruction.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes, upon successful completion of our courses for professionals in the oil and gas industry, you will receive an industry-recognized certificate from PetroKnowledge. This certification is designed to validate your skills and knowledge and can significantly enhance your professional credentials, boosting your career prospects in the competitive oil and gas sector.
When and how do I arrange payments?
We offer two convenient payment options:
- Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
- Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
Our refund and cancellation policy varies depending on the course and circumstances. Generally, cancellations made at least 21 days before the training are eligible for a refund, less any administrative fees. If you have any specific inquiries about the cancellation or refund, don’t hesitate to contact our support team, who can assist with your booking and cancellation queries.
Is there a discount for more than one registrant/course?
For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to [email protected].
