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American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA), Dhahran Geoscience Society (DGS), Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG), Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG), Society of Petrophysicists and Well Log Analysts (SPWLA), China Society of Rock Mechanics and Engineering (CSRME), Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME), European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE), and Academic Partner, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) are pleased to announce the 2023 International Geomechanics Symposium, to be held from 30 October – 2 November, 2023 in Al Khobar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
This year, the multi-society multi-discipline multi-industry event will focus on the role of Geomechanics for Efficient and Sustainable Energy Supply. The symposium will kick off with a legacy training program, “Rock with Fellows”, offered by Priscilla Nelson on Mining (Colorado School of Mines), Maurice Dusseault on Energy Storage (University of Waterloo), and John McLennan on Geothermal (University of Utah), as well as a keynote by Mark Zoback on Unconventional Resources (Stanford University).
IGS will host 205 presentations in 53 technical sessions with more than 300 attendees from over 35 countries in 6 continents. This symposium is a global geomechanics summit for more than 140 of the world’s leading NOCs, IOCs, service companies, and universities. Focusing on the role of geomechanics in energy efficiency and sustainability, the technical program will cover a wide range of geomechanics topics, from CO2 sequestration, hydrogen, mining, geothermal to applications in petroleum exploration, drilling, completion, hydraulic fracturing, production, and reservoir engineering.
Following the successful conclusion of IGS2023, hosted by Saudi Aramco, we are thrilled to announce that the International Geomechanics event is heading further east, to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 18 to 21 November, 2024. Hosted by Petronas, & Organizers – American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA), Dhahran Geoscience Society (DGS), and Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG), IGS2024 takes center stage, continuing to be the epicenter for geomechanics excellence.
Call for Abstracts closed:
14 June 2023
Early Bird deadline:
28 September 2023
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2023
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Come to the 2023 International Geomechanics Symposium in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia and join fellow Geomechanicists to celebrate the Role of Geomechanics for Efficient and Sustainable Energy Supply. The Symposium’s comprehensive topics are of current high interests, and they range from Carbon Capture, Utilization & Sequestration (CCS) and Subsurface Hydrogen & Energy Storage (SHES), to Geomechanics in Mining, Geothermal, Petroleum applications. I encouraged you to venture into CCS and SHES projects as geomechanics is recognised as one of the key enablers for the projects and make your contributions to society in meeting net zero carbon emission by 2050.
Save the dates for the geomechanics get-together where experts from all over the world will gather to share knowledge and discuss new ideas and solutions related to energy and mineral resources.
Rockfield are once again delighted to be a sponsor of the International Geomechanics Symposium. It is quickly becoming a leading symposium within the calendar attracting an excellent array of technical papers from both academia and industry. Rockfield as a leading geomechanics service provider find this symposium a key date in the year due to the superb quality of presentations and the subsequent discussions that happen around the technical sessions.
Geomechanics combines the issues of engineering, geology, physics, but also passion and satisfaction. All these elements, and even more, meet at International Geomechanics Symposium, which is a unique platform for the exchange of knowledge and experience, which results in new inspiring ideas. I am anxiously awaiting the meeting of all geomechanics enthusiasts at IGS. See you in Al Khobar!
Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) is the backbone for decarbonization while enabling significant economic benefits over the long-term. For that, Saudi Arabia will be launching the biggest regional Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) hubs. Additionally, Saudi Aramco signed a joint development agreement with SLB and Linde to establish a carbon capture and storage hub which will potentially be able to safely store up to 9 million tonnes of carbon dioxide a year by 2027 and up to 44 million tonnes of carbon dioxide a year by 2035.
Rock- and geo-mechanics not only continues to be an integral part of well construction and field development but is also critical for energy transition. Geothermal and carbon sequestration projects, for example, cannot succeed without a proper geomechanical understanding of the subsurface. The IGS will bring together experts from around the world to address, discuss and further advance solutions to these topics. I am excited and privileged to be part of this journey – come and join us!
I am very excited to be part of this International Geomechanics Symposium that brings geoscientists together to exchange insightful information about the role of geomechanics for efficient and sustainable energy supply. The technical program will unquestionably offer the participants an exceptional understanding and novel perspectives on a variety of topics including CO2 sequestration, subsurface hydrogen and energy storage, and cutting edge geomechanics technologies for geothermal and new energies systems. As a member of the technical committee, I am looking forward to welcoming you all!
A low-carbon future relies on the development of renewable subsurface energy resources, which requires a full understanding of geomechanics. This symposium provides a platform to bring together researchers from different fields of Geo-Energy and Environmental Engineering, to exchange and share new insights on geomechanics. We sincerely invite everyone to join the Symposium and look forward you to using geomechanics to explore this wonderful subsurface world and create a more sustainable energy future.
We are thrilled to invite researchers and practitioners from around the world and to attend the 2023 International Geomechanics Symposium (IGS). In-situ mining will be addressed at the symposium which is a rapidly evolving field that holds great promise for improving the efficiency and sustainability of mining of the subsurface resources and energy. We encourage anyone with an interest in in-situ mining to join us for this exciting event and together, we can explore the latest advances and work towards a more sustainable future for the mining industry.
The Kingdom possesses significant geothermal energy resources with its volcanic regions and high geothermal gradients. Alongside its primary focus on solar and wind energy, the Kingdom has been encouraging exploration and investment in geothermal resources. This move is aimed at harnessing geothermal energy to deliver another sustainable source of clean energy for the Kingdom’s growing economy.
Geomechanics will revolutionize the oil and gas industry in the coming years, it has become an essential means. The IGS symposium will cover several geomechanics topics with participation from experts. Excited to meet you all at KSA!
IGS is the world leading event that promotes, pushes boundaries, and shares the most advanced research and developments in the field of geomechanics. I am really amazed about the diversity and inclusion of the group. IGS brings together a community of world-class experts that work in synergy to make every year a new outstanding festival of geomechanics
We are increasingly seeing the relevance of Geomechanics in a wide range of applications, dealing with energy sources, gas storage, water resources, etc. I am excited at this unique event, which joins forces from many societies and brings together professionals from academia and industry. This will surely give us a high impact experience.
Geomechanics has an important role to play in assessing formation integrity during well construction and completion, and in response of the reservoir to oil production, water injection and depletion. This symposium will address new challenges and goals by several contributions from technical experts.
During my 26 years working in the oil and gas industry, it not easy to find platforms that allow in a consistent matter, the dynamic sharing of knowledge through enriched and fruitful conversations, engaging top level of academia and industry expertise. IGS has created such unique environment, where both academia and industry merge together allowing the understanding of current challenges and the identification of creative solutions, this in addition to allowing a fantastic community of professionals with similar interests to get in contact.
Geomechanics plays a vital role in Petroleum Engineering, which is the link of the integration between geology and engineering, and it provides much more possible for unconventional low-grade oil and gas. I’m looking forward to the presentations, and discussions on petroleum geomechnics and its applications, such as reservoir geomechanics, drilling geomechanics, completion geomechanics, and unconventional oil and gas Geomechanics.
We are entering into a truly exciting era in subsurface development. We are getting direct measurements in the subsurface to validate and calibrate our theoretical models. This is the enabling step to becoming truly predictive.
It is important for researchers to tackle real world problems of Rock Mechanics in various fields. The contribution of Analytics and Data Sciences would enhance research and applications of Rock Mechanics in various applications. I believe that holding the Symposium in Abu Dhabi will boost Rock Mechanics Research and Innovation in the whole region. So excited about it!
The role of geomechanics in energy transition and decarbonization is undeniable specifically with respect to risk identification and mitigation of carbon storage and geothermal energy projects. The International Geomechanics Symposium is one of the few events that wisely and clearly showcases the importance of geomechanics in achieving the net-zero carbon dioxide goal.
This event will bring together people from across the world to address diverse range of geomechanical topics and case studies. We will also discuss geomechanics aspect of geothermal system and hydrogen underground storage that will enable the industry to be prepared and ready for energy transition. The symposium will offer you an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect for possible collaborations. I look forward to seeing you there!
The unique sets of skills and knowledge at this conference is unparallel and brings together the best minds in the field of geomechanics. The synergy created by the multi-society and multi-discipline participation will bring about a wide range of discussion and solutions to all facets of industry utilizing geomechanics in their day-to-day decision making. It is a privilege and honor to invite you to join us at the International Geomechanics Symposium in Abu Dhabi, UAE, it will be a time very well spent.
Geomechanics is the key to tap into underground energy resources safely and effectively. Our symposium covers a list of interesting geomechanics topics linking the industry and the academia, featured with world renowned speakers. In this symposium, you may participate in a discussion on how geomechanics can help pave the way to a sustainable future.
Our Geomechanics symposium aims to lay a bridge between academic research and industry, creating new solutions for today and tomorrow. Do not miss the opportunity to learn more about the latest advances in geomechanics from world-class geomechanical experts meeting in one place.
Geomechanics is a problem-solving integrated solution with the fastest growth among any other geoscience discipline. It was, it is and it will always be about Geomechanics. Looking for a forum where Geomechanics is at the cornerstone of your solutions? Please come join me at our symposium to learn how Geomechanics matters.
I invite you to join us at the International Geomechanics Symposium to broaden your perspective in the different geomechanics topics. By taking part in the symposium, you will learn about innovations in geomechanics applications in the oil and gas industry in addition to emerging trends, such as AI and data science, CO2 Sequestration, hydrogen storage, geothermal, and new energies.
This symposium brings together a diverse group of experts and professionals with unique experiences and knowledge. I am much looking forward to papers, presentations and discussions of the best quality and highly relevant in the energy landscape characterized by conventional oil and gas, unconventional reservoirs and renewable energy supplies. A dedicated program for students will be the “icing on the cake”.
Geomechanics is extremely important in the exploration and production of oil and gas, geothermal and many others. It is hard to imagine progress in the field of geomechanics without broadly understood cooperation between science and the industry. Therefore, I cordially invite everyone to join the Symposium and share your knowledge through networking and fruitful discussions.
