The Petroleum Technology Association of Nigeria (PETAN), in collaboration with NNPC Ltd. and the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources, has officially unveiled the program for the 2025 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC).
With the theme “Africa’s Energy Renaissance: Leveraging Innovation and Natural Gas for Sustainable Development,” the event is set to attract top industry leaders to Houston, Texas, USA, for one of the world’s largest gatherings in the energy sector.
Event Highlights and Schedule
Day 1 – Monday, May 5, 2025
Venue: Nigerian Pavilion, NRG Park, Houston, TX
Formal opening by Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil).
Key stakeholders in attendance, including Mr. Jim Swartz (CEO, Chevron Nigeria), PETAN executives, and top officials from International Oil Companies (IOCs) and Independent Oil Companies (IOCs).
The Nigerian Pavilion will be open throughout the conference from May 5 to May 8.
Day 2 – Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Venue: Wyndham Hotel (formerly Crowne Plaza Hotel)
Panel Session: “Harnessing Nigeria’s Gas Potential for Domestic Utilization and the Global Export Market.”
Discussion featuring leaders from IOCs, National Oil Companies (NOCs), and key industry stakeholders from across Africa.
Nigerian Oil Industry Awards Dinner & Cocktail – An evening of recognition and networking, celebrating excellence in Africa’s oil and gas sector.
Day 3 – Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Venue: Wyndham Hotel
African Content Collaboration Session: “Local Content Development and Partnerships for Africa’s Energy Sustainability.”
Featuring African Oil & Gas Service Providers and Regulators, focusing on enhancing local content and sustainability.
Day 4 – Thursday, May 8, 2025
Venue: Quail Valley Golf Course, Missouri City, Texas
Networking Golf Tournament – A relaxed environment for industry leaders to foster partnerships and collaborations.
A Crucial Platform for Africa’s Energy Future
The 2025 OTC is poised to be a transformational event, bringing together key policymakers, industry experts, and business leaders to discuss the future of Africa’s energy sector, natural gas utilization, and sustainable innovation.
With a strong focus on investment, local content, and energy transition, the event will serve as a strategic platform for shaping Africa’s role in the global energy landscape.
