Conference Objectives
- Advance the scientific discourse on reservoir characterization, enhanced oil recovery techniques, and subsurface modeling innovations
- Bridge the gap between academic petroleum research and real-world field deployment by spotlighting translational case studies from active production zones
- Examine regulatory, environmental, and geopolitical pressures reshaping drilling operations, pipeline infrastructure, and refinery management worldwide
- Cultivate interdisciplinary dialogue between petroleum engineers, geoscientists, environmental specialists, and digital transformation experts
- Showcase emerging technologies including AI-driven seismic interpretation, smart wellbore sensors, and carbon capture integration within petroleum workflows
- Provide a structured platform for early-career researchers and graduate scholars to present findings, receive expert critique, and gain international visibility
Who Should Attend
Open to software engineers in drilling automation, sustainability consultants, energy investors and graduate researchers alike.
- Petroleum and reservoir engineers working across upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors
- Academic researchers and university faculty specializing in oil and gas science, geomechanics, or energy systems
- Environmental and sustainability consultants addressing the ecological footprint of fossil fuel operations
- Government regulators and energy policy advisors involved in hydrocarbon resource governance
- Technology developers and software engineers creating tools for seismic analysis, drilling automation, or pipeline monitoring
- Graduate students and postdoctoral researchers seeking to debut original petroleum engineering findings on an international stage
- Venture capitalists and energy sector investors evaluating emerging oilfield technologies and transition-era opportunities
Select Ticket Type
Securing your place at the 18th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering is straightforward: simply explore the ticket types below and select the option that best matches your professional profile, attendance goals, and budget. Each ticket category has been structured to deliver clear value, and all listed prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes so there are no unexpected charges at checkout. Whether you are an industry veteran, an academic researcher, or a graduate student attending for the first time, there is a ticket type designed with your needs in mind.
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
Upon successful registration for the 18th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering in Oshawa, Canada, participants may formally request an official invitation letter issued by the conference secretariat. This document is designed to support travel planning and, where required, to accompany visa or institutional travel approval applications, providing confirmation of your accepted role as a registered delegate, presenter, or invited speaker.
To obtain an invitation letter, attendees must first complete the registration process and receive payment confirmation. Requests should then be submitted through the designated portal on the conference website, including accurate personal details, passport information where applicable, and the intended purpose of the letter. The secretariat aims to process all requests promptly so that applicants have sufficient time to complete any necessary administrative procedures well in advance of the event.
Please be advised that the invitation letter issued by the conference organizing committee is strictly an administrative document confirming your participation status and does not, under any circumstances, guarantee the issuance of a visa or travel authorization by Canadian immigration authorities or any other governmental body. All visa applications remain entirely subject to the independent assessment and sovereign discretion of the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office, and applicants are solely responsible for meeting all entry requirements.
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 – 18th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering
Researchers, practitioners, and industry experts are invited to submit their original contributions to the 18th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering before the stated submission deadline. We welcome full papers, review articles, and applied case studies that push the boundaries of petroleum science and engineering across all relevant thematic tracks.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Oshawa, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
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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 18th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Well Completion and Production Enhancement, Smart Oilfield and Digital Twin Technologies or Produced Water and Waste 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 18th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by domain experts drawn from the international petroleum engineering and geosciences community. Reviewers evaluate each submission on the basis of scientific originality, methodological soundness, practical relevance, and clarity of presentation before acceptance decisions are communicated to authors.
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:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will receive a certificate of excellence endorsed by the conference’s international scientific committee, recognizing their outstanding contribution to the advancement of oil, gas, and petroleum engineering research in 2026.
- Winning authors will be granted complimentary priority publishing consideration in the conference’s affiliated journal or proceedings volume, along with public recognition through the official conference website, social media channels, and post-event communications distributed to the global delegate network.
18th International Conference on Oil, Gas, and Petroleum Engineering – December 10, 2026 – Oshawa, 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
- This conference is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; while the central focus is oil, gas, and petroleum engineering, submissions and participants from adjacent fields including geosciences, environmental engineering, energy economics, and materials science are welcomed, and acceptance decisions reflect the breadth of topics relevant to the petroleum energy ecosystem.
- Successful submission of a paper or completion of the registration process does not constitute a guaranteed confirmation of physical attendance; delegates are responsible for securing their own travel documents, visas, and logistical arrangements, and the organizers reserve the right to modify the program, speakers, or format in response to unforeseen circumstances.
- Registered attendees are expected to engage responsibly with the full conference program; however, the organizers cannot guarantee that every delegate will have access to every concurrent session due to venue capacity constraints, and attendees are encouraged to review the published schedule in advance and prioritize sessions according to their research interests.