Workshops

The evolution of hydrocarbon exploration driven by the diminishing accessibility of conventional large-size hydrocarbon traps has compelled national and international oil and gas companies to scrutinize off-structure prospects and near-field undeveloped or unsuccessful commercial discoveries, discerning root causes of their failures. Through a series of facilitated exercises and discussions, workshop attendees will learn techniques for identifying and evaluating these "off-structure" prospects - ideas, technologies, or phenomena that fall outside the mainstream.

The AAPG/EAGE Petroleum Systems of the Middle East, 2nd Edition workshop will gather industry experts, academics, and practitioners to address critical challenges and showcase innovative solutions for unlocking the energy potential within both conventional and unconventional plays in the Mesozoic and Paleozoic petroleum systems of the Middle East. This workshop will explore the region’s unique geological complexities and provide a platform for sharing cutting-edge ideas and practices in petroleum systems. It will focus on key of challenges in reservoir characterization, hydrocarbon migration, and trap integrity. Particular attention will be given to  overcoming limitations encountered in tight reservoirs, fractured carbonates, and deep-basin Paleozoic plays—areas where traditional exploration methods often less effective. Through case studies and advanced geochemical and basin modeling techniques, participants will gain valuable insights into breakthrough approaches for exploration and production in these complex systems.

The sixth AAPG Siliciclastic Reservoirs of the Middle East Workshop is making a return to its birthplace. We invite you to participate in this event in Kuwait from 1-3 December 2025, where we will explore innovative solutions that combine various geological and geophysical techniques to address contemporary challenges in the industry. These advancements aim to enhance our comprehension of siliciclastic reservoirs and address significant knowledge deficiencies in the Middle East.