Exciting Times for Professionals Involved in Shutdowns, Turnarounds and Outages

JOHANNESBURG, September 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ --

- Africa's Only Dedicated Shutdown Event Offers Solutions to Mitigating Risk, Increasing Performance and Generating Higher Return on STO Projects

International and local African Shutdowns, Turnarounds and Outages professionals will gather at Shutdowns, Turnarounds and Outages Africa 2011, the only summit dedicated to sharing best practice with a number of the greatest shutdown challenges. The Summit will take place in the Sandton Sun hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa on the 29 and 30 November 2012

This launch event of Shutdowns, Turnarounds and Outages Africa 2011 will offer attendees the opportunity to network with cross-industry companies, learn about the latest technologies, solutions and strategies regarding some of the most challenging shutdown projects to date.

The agenda will cover world class STO preparation and planning strategies, structuring a successful shutdown management process, spotlight on the latest contractor management techniques, and various local and international case studies from thought-leaders who have proven success in increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of an STO.

 " This event will give attendees the opportunity to see how accurate scope definition and pre-shut planning can reduce risk and ensure a safe and successful shutdown to get your process streams back into operation," Says Pat Galvin, Lead Planner for DRA Mineral Project (Pty) Ltd

Belem Braimah, Managing Director for Western Offshore Management & Consulting Services says; "The summit will help new African investors in the oil business learn to regard STO as integral part of the oil activities enhancement and not only the money aspect".

Key benefits of attending Shutdowns, Turnarounds and Outages Africa 2011:

Stand the chance to win an Android or I-Pad tablet loaded with the PMPT-TASC Application
Build profitable relationships with key stakeholders in Africa's STO industry
Learn about upcoming shutdown project opportunities across the region
Learn strategies to control scope and achieve business goals
Gain in-depth understanding of efficient STO planning and scheduling procedures
Implement best practices for contractor management
Discover strategies to successfully manage safety

IQPC provides practical conferences, large scale events, topical seminars and in-house training programs, keeping business executives up-to-date with industry trends, technological developments and the regulatory landscape. IQPC produces more than 1,800 events annually around the world, and continues to grow. Founded in 1973, IQPC now has offices in major cities across six continents including: South Africa,Bengaluru, Berlin, Dubai, London, New York, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, and Toronto

For more info, contact Erena Christofides on +27(0)11-275-0457, Email: enquiry@iqpc.ae

Website: http://www.shutdownsafrica.com