Sessions in this zone are designed to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the functionality and capabilities of cutting-edge products in PC sector. Each session will showcase real-world applications through detailed case studies, where the presenters will outline specific problem statements and demonstrate how their technological solutions effectively address these challenges. The focus will be on providing valuable, practical insights into how these innovations can be applied to enhance project control processes and improve outcomes. Importantly, all sessions are expected to maintain a strictly educational and informative approach, avoiding any form of sales pitch.

This zone explores how digitalisation, disruption, and innovation are shaping the upstream and downstream oil and gas industry from a Project delivery perspective. In this zone, we aim to analyse key challenges and opportunities facing the industry with a focus on strategies for assembling a technology, data interoperability, and understanding the rapidly changing global economic climate with the single objective of achieving a successful project delivery in a sustainable way.
We look to hearing from operators, oil service companies, EPCs, energy institutes and associations, drilling companies, exploration and production companies, integration solution providers, academics, and technology innovators in this zone.

We are committed to continuous improvement, and the Innovations Zone serves as an incubator for bold, new ideas in project controls. It provides a space for professionals across the field to openly discuss and share innovative concepts for managing projects, fostering fresh approaches and new ways of thinking. Through this collaborative exchange, 'best practices' emerge and ideas are refined. Crucially, the Innovations Zone is dedicated to being a sales-free space, where no promotional content or sales pitches are allowed. The focus is purely on knowledge-sharing and professional growth, ensuring that participants can engage meaningfully with the ideas presented.

We define Megaprojects as large-scale, complex ventures with budgets over $1 billion, taking years to develop but having lasting impacts on the economy, environment, and society, affecting millions of people. In this session, you’ll learn how to apply sound governance and tackle the unique challenges of megaprojects while protecting the substantial investments they represent. The focus will be purely educational, with no sales pitches or promotional content, providing practical strategies and best practices that you can immediately apply to your own work.

PCE is fully embracing digital ways of working in construction: The use of technological innovations such as BIM, robotics, virtual and augmented reality and modular/offsite construction, enables building digitally before building on site so as to be mindful of climate. The Smart Construction Zone will discuss the various tools, technologies, and contracts involved in the generation and management of digital representations of physical and functional characteristics of places through discussing their application on real-life projects and/or the latest advancements

This stream offers an in-depth exploration of the fundamental elements that make up the key disciplines of project controls. It is designed to provide comprehensive education and deeper understanding, particularly suited for beginners and intermediate professionals in the field. Whether you are new to project controls or looking to enhance your existing knowledge, this stream covers the essential concepts and methodologies that form the foundation of effective project management and control practices (including its sub-functions such as such as cost management, scheduling, risk analysis, change management, and performance reporting.). Through detailed discussions and practical examples, participants will gain valuable insights into how these elements work together to ensure successful project outcomes. The content is tailored to those who are either just beginning their journey in project controls or seeking to build a more robust understanding of the discipline’s various components.

The Masterclass Zone offers a unique and valuable opportunity for individuals looking to deepen their understanding of project controls. This specialized event serves as a platform to explore and engage with both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of project controls, allowing participants to develop a well-rounded skill set. These sessions are designed to not only build your knowledge but also enhance your technical abilities, empowering you to tackle complex project control challenges with confidence and precision. Importantly, the focus of each session will remain strictly educational, ensuring that no sales pitches or promotional content are included. Whether you are an emerging professional or a seasoned practitioner, the Masterclass Zone will provide insights and strategies that can be immediately applied to your work, ensuring a lasting impact on your career development.