Stabroek block partners HESS, CNOOC join Exxon for energy conference

The International Energy Conference and Expo Guyana 2023 on Saturday announced that CNOOC Petroleum Guyana Limited (CPGL) and Hess Corporation are diamond sponsors of the second edition of the event. The two companies now return for the second time to join their Stabroek Block partner ExxonMobil Guyana at the conference and expo.
Chief Executive Officer of the International Energy Conference and Expo Guyana 2023, Kurt Baboolall, has said, “We are happy to see Hess and CNOOC return as diamond sponsors for the conference and expo. This proves that we have made our mark as we host some of the world leaders and energy professionals here in Guyana come February.”
The Conference and Expo this year is themed “Harnessing Energy for Development”, and will be hosted from February 14th-17th at the Marriott Hotel in Georgetown, Guyana.
It is expected to assemble Heads of State, Government officials, policymakers, academics, industry professionals, and global energy thought-leaders.
Baboolall added, “We anticipate the lively discussions that will be held focused on the direction of Guyana’s energy industry. These powerhouse energy players continue to promote Guyana as a regional energy leader, and have, over the years, made major contributions to our country’s energy future.”
The conference and expo are expected to gather over 800 attendees, 40 speakers, 150 exhibitors, and 30 sponsors.
A number of Heads of Government have confirmed their attendance, among whom are Guyana’s President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali; President of Suriname, Chandrikapersad Santokhi, and Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr Keith Rowley. They are expected to deliver addresses at the opening ceremony.