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New BP and DI Oils biofuels venture.Petroleum Review BP and D1 Oils are to form a 50:50 joint venture, to be called D1-BP Fuel Crops, to accelerate the planting of Jatropha curcas — a drought resistant, inedible oilseed bearing tree that does not compete with food crops for good agricultural land or adversely impact the rainforest — in order to make more sustainable biodiesel feedstock available on a larger scale. Under the terms of the agreement, BP and D1 Oils intend to invest around $160mn over the next five years. D1 Oils will contribute into the joint venture its 172,000 hectares of existing plantations in India, southern Africa and south-east Asia and the joint venture will have exclusive access to the jatropha seedlings produced through D1 Oils' plant science programme. 'As jatropha can be grown on land of lesser agricultural value with lower irrigation requirements than many plants, it is an excellent biodiesel feedstock,' said Phil New, head of BP Biofuels. ' D1 Oils' progress in identifying the most productive varieties of jatropha means that the joint venture will have access to seeds which can substantially increase jatropha oil production per hectare.' The joint venture will focus on jatropha cultivation in south-east Asia, southern Africa, central and south America and India. It is anticipated that some 1mn hectares will be planted over the next four years, with an estimated 300,000 hectares per year thereafter. 'Once all the planned plantations are established, the joint venture is expected to become the world's largest commercial producer of jatropha feedstock, producing up to 2mn t/y,' commented New.
Date: 15.08.2007 Comments:Leave your comment
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Energy 2010
In this issue Introduction Invitation to conference delegates Invitation to exhibitors Cost to register as a conference delegate Cost to exhibit Sponsorship opportunities ENERGY INDABA 2010 partners The Organisers -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction ENERGY INDABA 2010 ENERGY INDABA 2010 – A Time for Innovation, Solutions and Alternatives is the event theme chosen by the Steering Programme Advisory Committee for ENERGY INDABA 2010. The flagship African energy event, ENERGY INDABA 2010, is an annual event on the African business calendar with a specific focus on exploring solutions for a new energy future for Africa. With the recent and ever increasing world-wide attention to Energy, ENERGY INDABA 2010, provides an ideal platform to encourage debate and provides the ideal networking climate for companies and individuals to interact. The event forms part of the African business calendar, which will promote sustainable development initiatives across the African continent. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Invitation to conference delegates This year's topical and compelling conference programme, with the theme 'ENERGY: A time of change - a time for innovation, solutions and alternatives', brings critical industry issues to the forefront. Featuring prolific industry speakers and representatives, the programme is designed to help delegates stay abreast of industry developments, obtain technical knowledge and understand the issues affecting today's global energy industry and more specifically issues relating to Africa. The conference will provide an opportunity to: debate policy, review industrial progress and market trends discuss the efficiency of various public support mechanisms and public-private partnerships across the continent, review new data and the latest technological trends globally to be under review. WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND? Update individual knowledge on the current trends within energy across the African continent with input from global authorities Start to explore future trends to run your business as efficiently as possible Explore the growing interest in 'green' and sustainability issues that is on the increase. As such new opportunities will emerge and new careers will be created. Some of the future energy workforce will continue to be involved in the primary energy related industries of oil, gas and coal, particularly as research is pursued to increase their greenness and use efficiency. Discover examples and best practices from other industries Using minimal energy or alternate energy resources Find out how government and business leaders plan to address the energy crises Share ideas and network with business associates in a rewarding, off-the-record setting Understand how the new energy landscape is creating new opportunities to address our continent’s challenges, improve the way we work, impact training and development and attract new talent and technology to Africa. WHO WILL YOU MEET? The conference will bring together key players from the energy industry and the financial community with an unrivalled combination of industry experts, project developers, refineries and manufacturers. You will have chance to network with: Government & Municipality Representatives Project Developers/Consultants / Analysts Environmental Engineering Equipment & Technology Solutions Banks/Investors/Insurance Energy representatives from the continent Automotive & Transport Green energy experts Commodity Traders / agents & Brokers Associations & Press -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Invitation to exhibitors Why Exhibit? Bridging the ENERGY gap in Africa! The ENERGY INDABA 2010 Exhibition is highly relevant to companies actively involved in all areas of the energy industry and the management thereof. The exhibition showcases companies supplying, or interested in supplying, equipment and services to the energy industry. It is also an opportunity for companies to demonstrate their commitment to providing solutions and services that meet the continent’s energy challenges. By participating as an exhibitor you have an opportunity to promote your organisation to business counterparts, international investors, buyers and governments worldwide. The exhibitor profile includes: Power Generation • Energy Efficiency • Energy Management & Integrated Building Automation • Energy Conservation • Lighting Efficiency • Africa Utilities • Environmental, Construction and Project Financing • Power stations • Nuclear power • Wind (onshore and offshore) • Wave, tidal • Hydro & sola Governments – government departments and county governments Green Technology • Green energy • Hydrogen and fuel cells • Natural gas • Bio fuels Financial Services • Banks • Finance Houses • Development Institutions We aim to: • Create a platform where specialists in the energy sector can come together to showcase their products and services to find solutions for Africa’s energy challenges. • Introduce and showcase African products and services to Africa and the rest of the world • Provide a platform that will enable potential investors to meet potential future partners through our executive business matchmaking service. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost to register as a conference delegate To register to attend the 2 day conference as well as to gain access to the executive business matchmaking service on offer: R 8,860.00 excl VAT per delegate -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost to exhibit Package What you get Cost (excl VAT) ------------------------------------------------------------- Standard Shell Scheme Spot Light - plug point and facia board with company name on R 1,800.00 / sqm ------------------------------------------------------------- Floor Space Only Just floor space R 1,140.00 / sqm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsorship opportunities Seize the Opportunity! Sponsor ENERGY INDABA 2010 and benefit from: • 1st class lead generation: Meet companies actively working in the energy sector • Enhanced brand profile: Pre-event promotional campaign plus extensive on site branding • Excellent publicity: Gain an incredible amount of presence from pre and on site promotion A cost effective marketing solution: With a clear understanding of your overall marketing strategy, we will work in partnership with you to develop a tailor-made marketing solution to meet your objectives. Our sponsorship and exhibition packages are designed to help you meet your business objectives. If you are looking to win prospective clients, strengthen existing relationships or enhance you company profile, we will help you do so in a cost effective manner. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Energy Indaba 2010 Partners -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The organisers Siyenza Management - Multi-Faceted Communication Business Siyenza Management, well established within the South African business community, is well placed to co-ordinate an event of this stature. Siyenza Management, founded and situated in Southern Africa, produces services competitive with global standards, and is immensely proud of its South African roots. Our philosophy demands that we set global standards for interactive communication and outstanding performance in the fields of brand architecture, communication, event management, marketing and publishing. Siyenza, which means 'we do' in Nguni, provides a unique platform to facilitate the bringing together of people. This is achieved through our varied services resulting in the desired communication reaching a broader target market and delivering a synergised message! Renowned as a world class service provider, with strong networks across South Africa, Africa and the world, Siyenza is highly regarded in the business community and displays a sound track record of delivery, voted as one of the top 15 event management companies in Africa. CONTACT DETAILS To secure your participation at this prestigious event, please contact: Liz Hart Tel: +27 11 463 9184 Fax: +27 11 463 8432 Email: info@siyenza.za.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Back to top Kind Regards Tony Holliday Sales Executive 285a Bryanston Drive, Bryanston, 2194, Jhb, South Africa PO Box 3738, Cramerview, 2060 Phone: +27 11 794 6717 Mobile: +27 82 880 8369 Fax: +27 11 463-8432 Fax to Email: +27 86 565 7389 Email: tony@siyenza.za.com Website: www.energyafricaexpo.com www.energyafricaexpo.com
Tony Holliday, 24.07.2009 09:23:12