10:00 – 13:00
Sightseeing tour of Ashgabat, visit to the National Museum of Turkmen Carpet, and the Historical and Cultural Reserve “Old Nisa”
14:00 – 19:00
Delegate Registration
14:30 – 16:00
BUILDING THE ENERGY WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE: LEADERSHIP, OPPORTUNITY AND INCLUSION
Topic
This roundtable will bring together industry leaders and emerging professionals to discuss how the energy sector can build a highly skilled, innovative and internationally connected workforce. The discussion will explore leadership development, mentoring, professional opportunity, inclusive career pathways and the importance of attracting and developing talent across technical and business disciplines
Speaker
15:00 – 17:00
Golf tournament
15:00 – 18:00
Pre-arranged meetings with the management of Turkmenistan’s oil and gas, financial, chemical and energy sectors (Exclusive to OGT2026 Sponsors & Partners • By Prior Appointment)
16:00 – 16:30
Coffee Break
16:30 – 18:00
MALAYSIA–TURKMENISTAN ENERGY (OGSE) PARTNERSHIP ROUNDTABLE
Topic
The Malaysia–Turkmenistan Energy (OGSE) Partnership Roundtable will connect Turkmenistan’s national energy organisations with Malaysian OGSE companies to identify strategic synergies, address sectoral priorities and advance practical cooperation through targeted business and technical partnerships.
19:00 – 21:30
Official Networking Dinner
09:00 – 09:30
Transfer of Delegates from Official Hotels to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan (CCIT)
10:00 – 11:30
Official Opening of the OGT 2026 EXPO, Executive Exhibition Tour & Networking
12:15 – 12:30
Transfer of delegates from CCIT to Gul Zaman Banquet Hall
12:30 – 13:30
Official Networking Lunch
13:30 – 13:45
Transfer of delegates from Gul Zaman Banquet Hall to CCIT
14:00 – 15:00
TURKMENISTAN’S ENERGY VISION: PARTNERSHIP, CONNECTIVITY AND GLOBAL COOPERATION
Topic
The Opening Plenary will officially launch OGT 2026 by presenting Turkmenistan’s long-term vision for the development of its energy sector and its role in strengthening regional and international energy cooperation.
Bringing together senior government representatives, international organisations and global energy leaders, the session will set the strategic context for OGT 2026, highlighting the importance of energy security, regional connectivity, international partnership and sustainable development in shaping the future energy landscape.
15:00 – 16:00
FROM VISION TO INVESTMENT: UNLOCKING TURKMENISTAN’S ENERGY GROWTH
Topic
Building on the strategic direction established during the Opening Plenary, this highlevel session will focus on translating Turkmenistan’s energy ambitions into investment, projects, technology deployment and long-term commercial partnerships. Ministers and senior executives from national and international energy companies will examine opportunities across natural gas development, infrastructure, regional connectivity, technology and investment, while exploring how international partnerships can accelerate sustainable growth across Turkmenistan’s energy value chain.
Speaker
16:00 – 16:30
Coffee Break
16:30 – 17:15
BUILDING SUCCESS TOGETHER: THREE DECADES OF INTERNATIONAL ENERGY PARTNERSHIP IN TURKMENISTAN
Topic
This exclusive Executive Fireside Conversation will bring together senior leaders from international energy companies that have played a significant role in the development of Turkmenistan's energy sector over the past three decades. Through an engaging and interactive discussion, participants will reflect on their long-term experience of operating in Turkmenistan, the evolution of international partnerships, and the key factors that have contributed to successful investment and sustainable growth.
Speaker
17:15 – 18:15
NATURAL GAS DEVELOPMENT IN TURKMENISTAN: INVESTMENT, INFRASTRUCTURE AND FUTURE GROWTH
Topic
This session will examine the next stage of Turkmenistan's natural gas sector, including field development, production expansion, infrastructure investment, gas processing and opportunities for international cooperation.
Particular attention will be devoted to the continued development of the Galkynysh Gas Field, production capacity expansion, engineering solutions, gas processing projects, pipeline infrastructure and opportunities for EPC contractors, technology providers and international investors.
Speaker
18:15 – 18:45
Transfer of Delegates from CCIT to Gul Zaman Banquet Hall
19:00 – 19:30
Welcome Cocktail Reception
19:30 – 22:30
Official Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony
08:00 – 08:30
MINISTERIAL EXECUTIVE BREAKFAST (By Invitation Only)
08:30 – 09:00
Transfer of Delegates from Official Hotels to the CCIT
09:00 – 09:30
Welcome Coffee
09:30 – 11:00
INVESTMENT AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE TURKMEN SECTOR OF THE CASPIAN SEA
Topic
This session will focus on the significant investment opportunities emerging within the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea, including offshore exploration, seismic studies, upstream development, marine infrastructure and international partnerships. Particular attention will be given to new offshore exploration opportunities, recent production sharing agreements, modern seismic programmes and the role of international partnerships in supporting the long-term development of the Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea.
Speaker
11:00 – 11:30
Coffee Break
11:30 – 12:30
GAS MONETISATION, PETROCHEMICALS AND INDUSTRIAL VALUE CREATION
Topic
The session will examine opportunities to maximise the value of Turkmenistan's natural gas resources through gas processing, petrochemical production, fertiliser manufacturing and industrial diversification.
Speaker
12:30 – 13:00
Transfer of delegates from CCIT to Gul Zaman Banquet Hall
13:00 – 14:00
Official Networking Lunch
14:00 – 14:20
Transfer of delegates from Gul Zaman Banquet Hall to CCIT
14:30 – 15:45
DEVELOPING TALENT AND LEADERSHIP FOR THE FUTURE OF ENERGY
Topic
This session will explore how the energy industry can develop the next generation of technical and business leaders through education, professional development, digital skills and stronger university–industry collaboration. Particular attention will be given to the changing skills required by AI and digitalisation, international career development and the role of professional organisations such as SPE in supporting young energy professionals.
Speaker
15:45 – 16:15
Coffee Break
16:00 – 18:00
Pre-arranged meetings with the management of Oil&Gas, finance, chemical and energy sectors of Turkmenistan
16:15 – 17:00
TECHNOLOGY, DIGITALISATION AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE ENERGY SECTOR
Topic
The session will examine how digital technologies, artificial intelligence and advanced engineering solutions are transforming operational efficiency, productivity, safety and sustainability throughout the energy value chain.
Speaker
17:00 – 17:30
Contract Signing Ceremony
17:30 – 18:00
Transfer of Delegates from CCIT to Official Hotels
19:00 – 19:30
Official Networking Cocktail Reception
20:00 – 22:30
Official Networking Dinner
08:30 – 09:15
Transfer of Delegates from Official Hotels to CCIT
09:30 – 10:30
REGIONAL ENERGY & INFRASTRUCTURE CONNECTIVITY: ADVANCING EXPORT ROUTES AND LONG-TERM MARKETS
Topic
This strategic session will explore the development of integrated gas, power and digital corridors connecting Central Asia with regional and international markets. Discussions will focus on TAPI and long-term gas markets, cross-border electricity transmission, fibreoptic connectivity and emerging Caspian links, examining how investment and regional cooperation can strengthen energy security, export diversification and East–West connectivity.
Speaker
10:30 – 11:00
Coffee break
11:00 – 12:00
METHANE EMISSIONS REDUCTION, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABLE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT
Topic
The closing technical session will examine international cooperation in methane emissions reduction, environmental performance, energy efficiency and the role of natural gas in supporting a balanced and sustainable energy future.
Speaker
12:00 – 12:30
OGT 2026 CLOSING CEREMONY & AWARDS
Topic
John Defterios will bring OGT 2026 to a close with reflections on the conference’s key discussions, insights and outcomes, followed by the OGT 2026 Awards recognising outstanding contributions to the Forum.
• Summing up the results of the conference and the closing speech
• Award Ceremony
• Address of participants of OGT-2026 International Conference & EXPO to His Excellency President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov
12:30 – 13:00
Official Press Conference
13:00 – 13:30
Transfer of delegates from CCIT to Gul Zaman Banquet Hall
13:30 – 14:15
Official Networking Lunch
14:15 – 14:45
Transfer of delegates from Gul Zaman Banquet Hall to CCIT
15:00 – 18:00
Pre-arranged meetings with the management of Turkmenistan’s oil and gas, financial, chemical and energy sectors
16:30 – 17:00
Coffee Break
19:00 – 22:00
Official Networking Dinner
11:00 – 15:00
Golf tournament
