FAQ

About the EMBT Conference

About upstream

About your participation

About the event venue

About the EMBT Conference

  • What are the advantages for me as a participant?

    The spectrum of topics and the mix of participants from various speciality sectors and levels ensure a dynamic, lively and sustainable exchange of knowledge between EMBT Conference participants. Thus the advantage is not only in the communication of theoretical knowledge but also in the practical relevance of the papers presented. You will learn everything about research projects related to Multiphase Boosting. You can expect to receive knowledge first hand and from competent experts. You will experience an exciting range of topics and witness practical applications for various Multiphase Boosting projects and profit from expert exchanges at the highest level of competence.

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  • What are the principle targets of the EMBT Conference?

    The EMBT Conference is the most important expert meeting place for Multiphase Boosting technologies. While a substantial growth is expected, this event offers the entire spectrum of all applications in onshore, offshore and subsea areas. It is the target to accompany and promote this development in a professional and consistent manner. The successful conferences in 2006 and 2008 already were a great success and in continuing this a gap in knowledge transfer will be closed.

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  • Who is the initiator of the EMBT Conference?

    As a market leader in this technology, Bornemann in Obernkirchen / Germany has taken on the task of setting up and expanding EMBT as a knowledge-portal. Bornemann, a worldwide professional operating company, has the most comprehensive know-how in Multiphase Boosting.

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  • Why is the EMBT Conference ‘international’?

    From the point of view of operators and vendors involved, the orientation of the EMBT Conference can only be global. It is the knowledge portal to the world of Multiphase Boosting technology, which is rapidly gaining importance, and is the singular event of its type.

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  • How often does the EMBT Conference take place?

    The conference is planned to become a bi-annually event. Please register for the newsletter so that information on future dates can be sent to you, or continue to visit this website on a regular basis.

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  • Where does the EMBT Conference take place?

    The 2010 event will be held in Hannover, Germany. Future EMBT Conferences might take place in other parts of the world. Please register for the newsletter so that information on future dates can be sent to you, or continue to visit this website on a regular basis.

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  • Who are you expecting to participate?

    The participants at the EMBT Conference are decision-makers and opinion-formers from oil and gas companies, assets, service companies, support units and engineering providers. They are joined by representatives of international groups from the oil and gas production sector as well as specialist journalists and the editors of renowned newspapers and periodicals. We expect participants from geographical areas as follows:

    Americas 30%
    Northern Europe 30%
    Central Europe and Russia 15%
    Asia 15%
    Other 10%
       

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  • How many people can participate?

    There is a limited number of 200 participants in order to ensure active participation and intensive opinion exchange.

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  • Can I bring someone with me?

    Please register one or several further participants. A hearty welcome to everyone!

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  • About the program

    The EMBT Conference concentrates on Multiphase Boosting – quite emphatically. This is why it can provide a convincing 2 day program that is unique in its form. All lecturers are more or less directly involved in Multiphase Technology, while the papers presented concentrate on Multiphase Boosting and its various associated topics and aspects. Participants can also look forward to an attractive social program. Please register for the newsletter so that further information can be sent to you when it becomes available.

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  • Is there a newsletter with ongoing information?

    Yes, the newsletter will be started in November 2007. Please register for the newsletter so that further information can be sent to you, or continue to visit this website on a regular basis.

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  • Whom can I contact for questions?

    Angela Kohlmeier and Dietrich Müller-Link are the project managers who will answer your questions.
    Write to them at: info@embt-conference.com

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  • What is the language at the EMBT Conference?

    The conference language is English.

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  • How long are the individual presentations?

    In order to keep the program attractive the length of the individual presentation is limited to 30 minutes, including 10 minutes for discussions.

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  • Can I rely on the announcements?

    It is currently not possible to guarantee the speakers and presentation topics. We will certainly ensure that the planned transfers of knowledge will take place. Please register in the newsletter so that information on future dates can be sent to you, or continue to visit this website.

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  • Can I obtain information in advance?

    Information will be supplied continuously to all parties interested: please subscribe for the newsletter so that further information can be sent to you when it becomes available, or continue to visit this website.

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About upstream

  • Why is upstream supporting the EMBT Conference?

    The EMBT Conference was able to gain the renowned special weekly Upstream newspaper as a strategic partner that actively supports the target of the comprehensive EMBT knowledge portal.

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  • What should I know about upstream?

    Upstream relentlessly pursues exclusive and independent news coverage of the oil and gas industry in every corner of the globe. The focus is on the business and the key players who drive it. The exclusive and comprehensive news coverage is supported each week by in-depth features and profiles giving you a deeper insight into the issues and the people that make a difference in the industry. Ever since Upstream’s launch in 1996, the newspaper has grown in size, quality and impact, offering unrivalled independent coverage of the international oil and gas industry. It offers more news to more readers than ever before, and traffic on the website has never been higher. Upstream has consolidated its position as the most important source of news in the industry. An independent survey shows that a full 82% of the high-ranking subscribers say that reading Upstream has helped them or their company.

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About your participation

  • How can I participate?

    Please use the registration form. A confirmation of application will be sent to you via e-mail and the invoice is due in full within 14 days. Your participation is registered once the fee is received.

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  • Can I send a replacement?

    Should the necessity arise, a replacement person is welcome. However the registration form needs to be filled in.

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  • What will I receive?

    The participation fee includes the following services:
    1. Participation at the 2-day EMBT Conference
    2. Documentation
    3. Ice breaker party at the conference hotel on Tuesday, March 23, 2010
    4. Lunch on Wednesday, March 24, 2010
    5. Evening event on March 24, 2010
    7. Refreshments breaks

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  • What is the participation fee?

    The participation fee is 1,300 EUR plus 19 % VAT.

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  • How can I pay the participation fee?

    You may conveniently pay the relevant amount by credit card or bank transfer. For further details please see registration.

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  • Which credit cards can I use?

    You can use any standard credit card. See registration.

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  • What happens after my registration?

    If you paid via the internet you will automatically receive a confirmation of participation and an invoice. If you paid by bank transfer then you will immediately receive a confirmation of registration and an invoice by email. Please subscribe for the newsletter so that any further information can be sent to you when it becomes available, or continue to visit this website.

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  • Will I receive further information?

    Please register for the newsletter, or continue to visit this website.

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  • What documentation will I receive?

    As a participant you will receive the following after payment:

    • Official confirmation of participation
    • Invoice
    • Confirmation of reservation
    • On arrival: complete documentation
    • Preferential registration for the 3rd EMBT Conference

    Please subscribe for the newsletter so that further information can be sent to you, or continue to visit this website.

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  • Can I cancel my participation?

    Cancellations are possible and must always be carried out in writing. For cancellations until January 31, 2010 a processing fee of 200 € plus 19% VAT will be charged. For cancellations on or after February 1, 2010 the entire fee is due. The participation fee is forfeited if the participant does not attend. A replacement is welcome.

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  • I am a specialist journalist – how can I participate?

    Representatives of the international press are welcome in Hannover as our guests. There are only a limited number of places available for press representatives. We ask for your understanding that we are only able to include journalists and editors with a valid and recognized press card and who report on the EMBT Conference in the specialist media press or in the daily press as staff members or are commissioned by the editor (radio/TV/news agency/ sector online media).

    For accreditation go to press accreditation. The accreditation must be confirmed by the EMBT Conference office. The accreditation is simultaneously bound by and includes the services named in the program and the follow-on event at Bornemann.

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About the event venue

  • How can I get to the EMBT Conference?

    The venue is the Maritim Grand Hotel Hannover, Friedrichswall 11
    30159 Hannover; Tel:+49 (0) 511 3677-0, Fax: +49 (0) 511 3677-109, info.hgr@maritim.de; see directions.

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  • Can I bring my partner?

    Your partner is welcome to attend and will be looked after on the event days in a special social program.

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  • Is there a program for accompanying partners?

    Your partner is welcome to attend and will be looked after on the event days in a special social program.
    Please register for the newsletter so that respective information can be sent to you, or continue to visit this website.

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  • How can I book accommodation?

    Please book directly at the Maritim Grand Hotel Hanover Friedrichswall 11
    30159 Hannover; Tel: +49 (0) 511 3677-0, Fax: +49 (0) 511 3677-109, info.hgr@maritim.de, quoting EMBT Conference; we have agreed special rates with the hotel for this event. www.maritim.de

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