GIOGIE conference will be held in Georgia for the fifth time. It has become the traditional annual forum attracting over 250 delegates from 15 countries every year. The conference is officially supported by the Ministry of Energy of Georgia, National oil company Georgian Oil and Georgian International Oil Corporation (GIOC). Previous edition of GIOGIE in 2005 was opened by the Prime Minister of Georgia Zurab Nogaideli. Senior level delegations from the US, Turkey, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are expected to attend the upcoming conference.

As BTC pipeline has just begun its operation and SCP pipeline is close to the completion date, GIOGIE is gathering a new momentum. Caspian oil and gas are being transported to the Western markets via Georgia creating a new strategic alliance between many countries. Besides, Georgia is exploring potential of becoming oil&gas producing country - new offshore fields are being discovered.

Conference topics include: • Trends and potential for oil and gas transportation in Georgia • New opportunities for service companies • Cooperation with Azerbaijan , Turkey , Kazakhstan and Russia

• Development of domestic oil exploration and production and new opportunities in offshore field

• Investment in related infrastructure: ports, railway, telecommunications, security, insurance etc.

• Rehabilitation of Georgia's Power and Electricity Sector

GIOGIE 2006 will also include display stands showcasing various products and services for the oil, gas and power sectors.

Networking events include coffee breaks, lunches, evening reception in the traditional Georgian restaurant and sightseeing tours.

                         Come to GIOGIE 2006 - learn about business opportunities and

                                           experience famous Georgian hospitality!

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