Conference Objectives
- Advance the frontiers of reservoir characterization and enhanced oil recovery through peer-reviewed research presentations
- Facilitate high-impact dialogue between academia, national oil companies, and independent operators on sustainable extraction practices
- Spotlight emerging digital oilfield technologies including AI-driven drilling optimization and real-time subsurface analytics
- Examine evolving regulatory frameworks governing offshore and onshore petroleum operations across North American and global jurisdictions
- Champion responsible energy transition pathways that balance hydrocarbon demand with decarbonization commitments
- Cultivate lasting international research collaborations that accelerate technology transfer from laboratory to field deployment
Who Should Attend
Our audience spans reservoir engineers, petrophysicists, refinery specialists, and HSE professionals on hydrocarbon projects.
- Petroleum and reservoir engineers from upstream exploration and production companies
- Academic researchers and PhD candidates specializing in subsurface and drilling sciences
- Geoscientists and petrophysicists working across conventional and unconventional plays
- Refinery process engineers and downstream operations specialists
- Environmental and HSE professionals managing hydrocarbon lifecycle impacts
- Energy policy analysts and regulatory affairs consultants
- Technology vendors and service companies innovating in oilfield equipment and digital solutions
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 39th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering is structured to accommodate the diverse needs of academics, industry professionals, and early-career researchers alike. Each ticket tier has been carefully designed to provide maximum value, encompassing full access to technical sessions, networking events, and conference materials. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so delegates can plan their attendance with complete financial clarity.
Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
To support the participation of international delegates, the organizing committee of the 39th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering issues official invitation letters upon completion of the registration process. These letters confirm your acceptance to present or attend and provide relevant conference details to assist with travel planning and institutional approval for funding.
Invitation letters are prepared on official conference letterhead. Requests should be submitted through the designated portal on the conference website, and letters are typically dispatched within three to five business days of a verified registration.
Please be advised that an official invitation letter from the conference organizing committee serves solely as documentation of your intent to participate and does not, under any circumstances, constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada. Visa decisions rest entirely with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and delegates are responsible for submitting complete and accurate applications to the appropriate authorities in a timely manner.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 39th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering
Authors are invited to submit original research manuscripts, technical case studies, and applied engineering analyses that push the boundaries of petroleum science. The 39th edition welcomes contributions spanning the full hydrocarbon value chain, from subsurface exploration to refinery optimization and energy transition integration.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Pickering, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Enhanced oil and gas recovery methods
- Unconventional shale and tight reservoir development
- Deepwater and offshore drilling engineering
- Reservoir simulation and modelling advances
- Pipeline integrity and flow assurance
- Petroleum refining process optimization
- Wellbore stability and cementing technology
- Carbon capture utilization in oilfields
- Digital twin applications in petroleum operations
- Produced water treatment and management
- Geomechanics and formation evaluation
- LNG processing and gas monetization strategies
Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
For the 39th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Deepwater and offshore drilling engineering, Wellbore stability and cementing technology or Produced water treatment and management.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
Every manuscript submitted to the 39th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers in the field drawn from academia and industry, ensuring that only technically sound and original contributions are accepted for presentation and may be considered for the proceedings. Authors receive structured reviewer feedback regardless of the acceptance outcome, supporting the continuous improvement of research quality across the petroleum engineering community.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will be recognized with a certificate of excellence and prominent acknowledgment across all official conference publications, the event website, and post-conference communications distributed to the global petroleum engineering community
- Winning authors will receive complimentary priority registration for the subsequent edition of the conference, granting them early access to submission portals and preferential scheduling consideration for their next research presentation
39th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering – May 20, 2027 – Pickering, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 39th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering is a multidisciplinary gathering; while the core focus is petroleum engineering, contributions intersecting adjacent fields such as geotechnical engineering, chemical engineering, environmental science, and energy economics are welcomed and encouraged where they bear direct relevance to hydrocarbon operations.
- Successful submission and acceptance of an abstract or full paper does not constitute confirmation of physical or virtual attendance; presenters must complete formal registration and payment to secure their place in the official program and proceedings.
- The conference schedule comprises multiple parallel technical sessions running simultaneously across the event venue; registered attendees are responsible for reviewing the final program and selecting sessions most relevant to their interests, as access to all concurrent sessions cannot be simultaneously guaranteed.