18-19 November, 2026

Suriname Technical Symposium 2026

The Emergence of the Guiana Basin in Global Exploration, Development and Production


Paramaribo, Suriname - Torarica Resort

Sponsorship Available

Plan now to join industry leaders and technical professionals for AAPG’s 3rd Suriname Technical Symposium in Paramaribo.

Hosted by Staatsolie, the 2-day event highlights recent activity and exploration activity in one of the world’s hottest basins.

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Program

The 2026 Suriname Technical Symposium builds on the momentum of previous events held in Paramaribo in January 2024 and May 2025 and provides new insights into the basin gained through recent exploration activities.

The program features keynote talks from Staatsolie and Ministry representatives, executive panels, and a series of technical presentations and interactive Q&A sessions organized along the following themes:

  • Regional and Basin Studies
  • Emerging Play Concepts in Frontier Areas
  • Advancing Geoscience and AI technologies
  • Data Acquisition Technologies
  • Oil and Gas Developments and Production
  • Environmental Considerations in Oil and Gas Developments
In addition to providing valuable information and connection for industry professionals, the Technical Symposium will make a positive impact on next generation of geoscience leaders in Suriname. Students and recent graduates qualify for volunteer opportunities and special registration fees, and they are invited to present their research and attend a career development session held in conjunction with the event.

The call for abstracts opens in April 2026. Check back for additional details and submission guidelines.

Sponsorship
Sponsorship Available

AAPG invites you to support the Suriname 2026 Technical Symposium, a multidisciplinary event bringing leading scientists and industry practitioners together to share best practices, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for future collaboration.

Sponsorship provides your company with high visibility among the industry, government, and academic specialists attending the event, as well as to a global audience on the Internet. All monies contributed will be used to offset conference expenses and to provide support to university students and speakers who need financial assistance to attend the workshop.

Sponsoring companies receive one complimentary event registration for every $US 5000 contributed.

Contact [email protected] for additional information and to confirm your support.

Sponsorship Levels

Benefits by Level Principal
$30,000+
Diamond
$25,000+
Platinum
$15,000+
Gold
$10,000+
Silver
$7,500+
Bronze
$5,000+
Patron
$2,500+
Honorary Chair for Event X
Logo on Event Digital Flyer for LinkedIn X
Event Registrations ($795 value) 6 4 3 2 1 1
Logo on Email Blasts X X X X
Recognition during Opening & Closing Ceremony X X X X X
Logo on Event Schedule X X X X X
Logo on Conference Walk-In Slides X X X X X X
Logo on on-site signage X X X X X X X
Logo with hyperlink to company's URL on Event Website X X X X X X X

Sponsorship Items

Available with level sponsorship at no additional cost (awarded on a first-come, first-served basis).

ITEM AMOUNT
Opening Reception/Cultural Night1 (exclusive) $20,000
Networking Reception1 (exclusive) $15,000
Daily Luncheon1 (2 available) $15,000
Attendee Wifi1 (exclusive) $10,000
Lanyards2 (exclusive) $10,000
Poster Session1 (exclusive) $7,500
ITEM AMOUNT
Attendee bags2 (exclusive) $7,500
Daily Coffee Breaks1 (3 available) $5,000
Attendee Water Bottles2 (exclusive) $5,000
Notepads2 (exclusive) $2,500
Pens2 (exclusive) $2,500
Presenter Gifts2 (exclusive) $2,500

1Includes additional on-site signage during sponsored activity

2Sponsors to provide items and have them delivered to the event venue

Venue

Venue
Paramaribo, Suriname - Torarica Resort
Rietbergplein 1 PO Box 1514 Paramaribo, Paramaribo Suriname 597471500

Lodging

The Suriname Technical Symposium will be held at the Torarica Resort in Paramaribo.

The Torarica has three properties on-site: the Royal Torarica, the Torarica Resort and the Eco Torarica.

Check back for information and discounted rates for event attendees.

Hotel
Paramaribo, Suriname - Torarica Resort
Rietbergplein 1 PO Box 1514 Paramaribo , Paramaribo Suriname 597471500

Pricing

Early Registration
(Payment made up to October 18)
  • $695 – Professional nonmembers
  • $595 – Professional Members
  • $495 – Presenters/Session Chairs
  • $395 – Professional one-day only
  • $245 – Academic/AAPG Emeritus Members
  • $75 – Student nonmembers
  • $50 – Student members (Limit 20)
Full Registration
(Payment made after October 18)
  • $795 – Professional nonmembers
  • $695 – Professional Members
  • $495 – Presenters/Session Chairs
  • $495 – Professional one-day only
  • $345 – Academic/AAPG Emeritus Members
  • $95 – Student nonmembers
  • $65 – Student members (Limit 20)

Pricing is listed in US dollars and includes tax. 

*Member rate applies to AAPG members who have paid their dues for the current fiscal year. Emeritus members are 65 years or older and have been members for 30 years. 
**Presenter rate applies to session chairs and presenters accepted for the technical program. 
+Academic and student rates apply to individuals currently on staff or enrolled at an academic institution. 

 Symposium registration fee includes participant materials and access to technical sessions and coffee breaks.

Committee

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Sharista Kisoensingh
General Chair
Exploration Manager, Offshore Directorate
Staatsolie
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Vanisha Chedi
Jr. Eploration Geologist
Staatsolie Offshore Directorate
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Shiladitya Sengupta
Technical Coordinator Suriname
TotalEnergies E&P Americas LLC
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Dirk Erickson
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Contacts
Emily Smith Llinás

AAPG Latin America and Caribbean Region Director

Email
Alejandra Lopez

AAPG Latin America and Caribbean Region Marketing Events Coordinator

Email
Daniel Ortiz

AAPG Latin America and Caribbean Region Technical Program Coordinator

Email

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