Released on April 30, 2013
Evraz Place will be the hotspot in Regina today as 2,300 delegates from across North America converge for the 21st annual Williston Basin Petroleum Conference (WBPC). Hosted by the Saskatchewan Geological Survey and the Petroleum and Technology Research Centre (PTRC), the event is a trade show and technical conference for delegates from all areas of the oil industry including geologists, engineers, company executives, service companies, software/data vendors and oilfield safety equipment providers.
“Saskatchewan is a leader on a national and international front,” Energy and Resources Minister Tim McMillan said. “Last year we broke another record for oil production and we are confident that Saskatchewan has not only the resources but also the business climate to maintain this momentum now and into the future.”
Throughout the conference, delegates will also have the opportunity to visit more than 300 exhibitor booths and equipment displays both inside and outside the Credit Union Eventplex. The technical program runs on May 1 and 2 and addresses several topics including exploration and development, enhanced oil recovery and emerging technologies.
Visit the website www.wbpc.ca for a detailed agenda.
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For more information, contact:
Deb Young
Economy
Regina
Phone: 306-787-4765
Email: deb.young@gov.sk.ca