An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Oil & Gas Law
Contracts and Liabilities
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 17 - 21 Nov 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 08 - 12 Dec 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 11 - 15 May 2026 | Abu Dhabi - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 22 - 26 Jun 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 10 - 14 Aug 2026 | Amsterdam - The Netherlands | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 16 - 20 Nov 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 07 - 11 Dec 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Online
| 08 - 12 Dec 2025 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 22 - 26 Jun 2026 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 07 - 11 Dec 2026 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Would an alternative date be more suitable?
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.
What are the Goals?
This training course will provide a comprehensive understanding of the nature, purpose, and structure of some of the key commercial contracts used in the upstream and downstream sectors and some prominent legal issues arising under these contracts.
By the end of this Oil & Gas Law training course, participants will:
- Develop an understanding of some key commercial contracts in the upstream and some downstream sectors.
- Learn about the commercial rationale, purpose, structure of these contracts.
- Gain detailed knowledge about a wide range of legal issues and problems, arising under these contracts, and how these issues are resolved by some major legal systems, such as English law.
- Develop an ability to evaluate the relative strengths and weaknesses of different contractual solutions adopted in respect of various issues and problems.
- Gain an understanding of the relevant legal framework of some major legal regimes, such as that of English law and the UN Sales Convention.
Who is this Training Course for?
This PetroKnowledge Oil & Gas Law training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Industry and legal practitioners or civil servants working with the energy/natural resources industry
- Commercial, governmental, or legal professionals with an interest in the regulation of the energy/natural resources industry
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This PetroKnowledge training course will utilize a variety of proven online learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention of the information presented. This includes exercises designed to improve and sharpen the skill sets of delegates through interactive session with role playing, case studies, discussion groups and scenario building.
Organisational Impact
Organisations will gain a number of benefits, including:
- Expert knowledge of some key commercial contracts used in the oil and gas upstream and downstream sectors
- In-house expertise in commercial and legal issues arising in the exploration, development, production and sale of oil and gas
- Employees with an ability to analyse and navigate through a wide range of commercial contracts and their key provisions
- Employees with an enhanced understanding of the structures of and solutions adopted in commercial contracts in the natural resources sector and how these contracts are governed by some major legal regimes, such as that of English law and, where relevant, the UN Sales Convention
Personal Impact
This PetroKnowledge Oil & Gas Law training course will provide participants with a number of benefits, including:
- Comprehensive and systematic knowledge of commercial contracts in the oil and gas sector, much of which is transferrable to other natural resource industries and other sectors
- A detailed understanding of commercial and legal issues and problems arising in the context of commercial arrangements, such as joint operating, unitisation, service, farm-out and sales agreements
- Knowledge of the approaches that some major legal regimes, such as English law, take to governing these contracts and their key clauses
- An ability to analyse the relative strengths and weaknesses of different contractual solutions
- Enhanced contract drafting skills
Daily Agenda
Day One: Introduction to Oil and Gas Commercial Contracts
- General principles of oil and gas contract law
- Key players in the international oil and gas industry
- The main licensing and contractual arrangements in upstream
- Principal standard form contracts used in the industry
- The key legal contractual risk management issues
- Contracts for downstream activities
Day Two: Joint Operating and Unitisation Agreements
- The rationale, purpose, and basic principles of a Joint Operating Agreement (JOA)
- The appointment, duties, and removal of the operator
- The operating committee
- Sole risk and non-consent options
- Cash calls, default, and its consequences; under-/over-lifting
- The rationale, purpose, and basic principles of a Unitisation Agreement (UA)
- The re-determination procedure in a UA and its consequences
Day Three: Service Contracts and Agreements on Acquisition and Disposal of Assets
- Service contracts generally
- Drilling contracts: Basic structure and key issues
- Risk allocation provisions in service contracts: Indemnity and limitation of liability clauses
- Agreements on acquisition and disposal of assets: General introduction
- Farm-out agreements: Basic principles
- Farm-out agreements
Day Four: Oil Sales Contracts and Gas Sales Agreements
- Sale and purchase and transportation agreements
- Oil sales contracts: General introduction and the overview of the role of English law and the UN Sales Convention
- Oil sales contracts: Basic rights and obligations of the parties under English law and the UN sales convention
- Oil sales contracts: Specific obligations of the seller under CIF and FOB contracts
- Gas sales agreements: General introduction
- Detail terms in gas sales agreements
Day Five: Understanding Key Clauses in Oil and Gas Contracts
- Managing risk with indemnity, limitation, and exclusion of liability clauses
- Forms of exclusion clauses (and why it matters) common carve-outs
- The ‘knock for knock’ regime, benefits, and disadvantages
- Guarantee, performance & penalties
- Termination rights
- Force majeure
- Political and other risks
- Change in law
- Dispute resolution and claims management
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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]
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.
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.
Pre-Course Cancellation
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.
Refund Policy Disclaimer
All course bookings made through PetroKnowledge are non-refundable. By registering for a course, you acknowledge and accept that fees are payable in full and are not subject to refund under any circumstances, including but not limited to participant dissatisfaction, changes in personal or professional circumstances, or partial attendance.
PetroKnowledge reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments to course content, trainers, or schedules where necessary, without entitling delegates to a refund. Full details of each course – including objectives, target audience, and content – are clearly outlined prior to enrolment, and it is the responsibility of the delegate to ensure suitability before booking.
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.
For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to [email protected].
