Fostering Multidisciplinary Synergy For Effective Hydrocarbon Measurement and Accounting

Date:8th October 2024

Workshop Overview

The NiHMEC 2024 pre-conference workshop, Fostering Multidisciplinary Synergy for Effective Hydrocarbon Measurement and Accounting, aims to bridge the gap between technical, commercial, and legal disciplines in hydrocarbon measurement and accounting across the entire petroleum industry, from upstream to downstream. The workshop emphasizes the need for collaboration among professionals to ensure that hydrocarbon measurement requirements align with both technical realities and commercial/legal objectives.

Objective
The workshop seeks to foster cross-disciplinary collaboration among technical, legal, and commercial teams to develop a unified approach to hydrocarbon measurement and accounting. It focuses on ensuring that metering clauses in contracts are aligned with operational requirements and business objectives, minimizing risks and enhancing accuracy.

Topics

• Ensuring Accuracy and Compliance: A Legal Perspective on Upstream Production Measurement and Fiscal Metering
• Metering and Customer Billing of CNG at Filling Stations
• LPG Terminal Operations: Stock and Loss Management Strategies
• Best Practices in Flow Measurement Calibration
• Driving Commercial Effectiveness with Accurate Hydrocarbon Accounting – Best Practices

Learning outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will:

• Understand how to integrate technical, commercial, and legal perspectives to achieve effective hydrocarbon measurement.
• Develop strategies to align metering clauses in contracts with both technical realities and commercial objectives to mitigate risks.
• Gain insight into industry best practices for flow measurement calibration, hydrocarbon accounting, and loss management.
• Enhance operational accuracy, regulatory compliance, and overall business success through multidisciplinary collaboration.

This workshop provides a unique platform for professionals across disciplines to share knowledge, develop practical strategies, and foster collaboration, ensuring effective hydrocarbon measurement and accounting throughout the petroleum value chain.

Certificate
Participants who successfully complete the workshop will be awarded a certificate as recognition of their participation and dedication to expanding their knowledge in this crucial field.