The conference theme is appropriately titled “Integrated Exploration in a Changing World”. This theme brings together the application of state-of-the-art technologies to all phases of resource exploration and development at a time when our industries are influenced by changing economic and political conditions throughout the world. These changes offer enhancing opportunities to those with spirit, adaptability and technical excellence. The characteristic of technical excellence in particular is an aim of the Conference. Current high prices for oil and base metals will certainly add a motivating backdrop to this event.

The first class technical program includes 235 papers. These cover exploration case histories, technical innovations, environmental and near surface applications, business aspects of exploration, and research to suit all interests across our profession. Keynote addresses on varied and challenging topics will be presented by thirteen eminent industry leaders including; Amos Nur, Phil Harman, Ted Tyne, Paolo Dell’Aversana (EAGE DLP), Heloise Lynn, Prame Chopra, and Keiran Wulff. Specialised Petroleum Forums, with debates by panellists and featuring audience participation, will involve such experts as Mike Bahorich, Peter Duncan (SEG President), Nader Dutta and Brian Russell.

Technical sessions will occupy the first three days of the conference, with additional technical material on display in the poster section of the Exhibition area. On Thursday there will be a workshop on deepwater exploration. Paul Weimer, the 2004 SEG Distinguished Lecturer, will present a workshop on Petroleum Systems of Deepwater Settings, which is particularly relevant today.

The Sydney Committee has also organised a field excursion to the Sydney Basin. Corporate and Government bodies active in our industry are providing strong support by participating in a range of events and sponsorship opportunities. In addition, over 60 exhibitors offering the latest technical innovations and services to the resource and environmental industries will be demonstrating their capabilities during the three day Exhibition.

For complete conference information and to register go to; http://www.aseg-pesa2004.org.au

For further information: ASEG-PESA 2004 Secretariat

Phone: +61 2 9437 9333, Fax: +61 2 9901 4586

Email: louise@conferenceaction.com.au