LONDON and SINGAPORE, May 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 33rd annual Middle East Petroleum & Gas Conference (MPGC), themed “Clarity for a Volatile Oil & Gas World,” is set to take place in London on June 2–3, 2026. This critical event will gather senior decision-makers from the energy and finance sectors at a pivotal moment, as the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz—the most significant supply disruption in the history of oil markets—continues to challenge the global oil and natural gas community with profound uncertainty, market volatility, and a rapid reshaping of trade dynamics.
Under its theme, “Clarity for a Volatile Oil & Gas World,” the conference aims to address the industry’s most pressing questions: immediate response strategies, methods to restore resilience, and preparations for future developments.
“The rules of global energy trade are being rewritten in real time—reshaping cargo routes, trade flows, and supply chains,” stated Dave Ernsberger, President of S&P Global Energy. “In this environment, leaders require constantly evolving wisdom to navigate successfully. The Middle East Petroleum & Gas Conference is an essential event, bringing together fresh market intelligence, crucial insights, and key decision-makers at a pivotal moment demanding industry adaptation.”
MPGC 2026 provides an invaluable in-person opportunity for leaders seeking direct engagement and immediate access to the decision-makers actively shaping the markets. It will showcase diverse perspectives from the energy and trading ecosystem, featuring senior decision-makers from national oil companies, international oil companies, trading houses, refiners, and financial institutions.
Daniel Yergin, Vice Chairman of S&P Global and the acclaimed author of The New Map, The Quest, and The Prize, will present his insights on “What Comes Next for Oil and Gas — 5 Signals to Watch.”
The two-day program will feature sessions exploring a variety of challenges, including: how the global energy system is being reshaped by the Hormuz closure; the current flow of Middle East energy molecules—whether to Europe, Africa, or Asia; the new realities concerning freight risk, logistics, and supply-chain resilience; and strategies for maintaining downstream competitiveness amidst severe supply constraints.
Senior leaders offering perspectives on navigating these challenges include: Musaab Al Mulla, VP Market Analysis, Aramco; Shaikh Khaled Ahmad Al-Sabah, MD International Marketing, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation; David Bird, CEO, Dangote Petroleum Refinery; Scott Nelson, President & Head of Trading, Reliance International; Tom Baker, Managing Director, Vitol Bahrain; Toril Bosoni, Head of Oil Industry & Markets Division, IEA; and John Roper, CEO Middle East, Uniper Global Commodities.
For the most up-to-date information on speakers, the agenda, and flexible attendance registration options, please visit the official website.
MPGC traditionally draws participants from across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, encompassing leading traders, oil and gas majors, refiners, professional consultants, digital technologists, banks, exchanges, legal firms, regulators, renewable energy players, and supply and service companies, among others.
The Middle East Petroleum & Gas Conference stands as the longest-running and most prestigious annual gathering for the Middle East oil and gas industry. For over three decades, it has served as a crucial platform, uniting the supply chain and financial community to exchange actionable intelligence on market shifts, commercial opportunities, and the geopolitical risks influencing global energy flows.
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