Members of RasGas’ senior management team will chair key sessions and participate in the panels of different discussions at the prestigious five-day 20th World Petroleum Congress (WPC), commencing in Doha today. As part of the conference’s technical programme, RasGas’ engineers and experts will present several papers and posters on topics ranging from the latest technological developments in the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) value chain to sustainability and energy efficiency. Hamad Rashid al-Mohannadi, managing director of RasGas, will chair the inaugural forum on December 5 titled: “Natural Gas: The Energy That Makes A Difference.” In the same forum, Nafez Bseiso, RasGas’ Venture Group Manager, will present a paper titled: “Application of technological advancements in LNG value chain.” Around 170 delegates from RasGas will participate in this international conference and exhibition.  RasGas has a specially designed stand at the WPC exhibition centre that will showcase its capabilities in deliverability, operational excellence, innovative technologies, environmental commitment and safety. “RasGas is a reliable global energy supplier.  We will be showcasing the professional skills and the dynamic capabilities of our people that have made RasGas one of the leading energy companies in Qatar and the world.  We are an integral part of Qatar’s growth and economic success and we are delighted to support the State of Qatar and Qatar Petroleum, the host of this international event being held for the first time in the Middle East,” said al-Mohannadi.  Some of the other keynote speakers from RasGas are Brett Doherty, RasGas Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Group Manager, and Laurent Fragu, Environmental Engineering Specialist.  On Monday, Doherty, will present a paper titled: “Societal Contribution Using a Sustainability Approach: Combining a Company’s CSR programme and HSE Management System to Benefit the Community.” On the same day, Fragu will present a paper titled: “Climate Change Strategy Development: A Premier Middle East LNG Producer Perspective.”  And on Tuesday, Doherty will talk at a special session titled: “WPC-IPIECA Oil and Gas Industry Guidance on Voluntary Sustainability Reporting.” In addition to participating in the Congress and Exhibition, on December 6, RasGas will jointly host a special cultural programme called “Arabian Nights” at Katara Valley of Cultures. Visitors will be able to experience the traditional Arabian souq and cuisine served on the beach adjoining the Katara Valley of Cultures.