Digital transformation stands as the cornerstone of innovation and efficiency and is revolutionizing industries and the energy sector. This year we are delighted to include the Digital Transformation Area in our Annual Conference and Exhibition.
The DTA offers a theatre programme and opportunities for exhibitors and other professionals to showcase their products and services through technical talks, mini workshops, and panel discussions over three days. The Digital Transformation Area seeks to explore and showcase forward-thinking, technology, and workflows, through a programme of presentations alongside the main EAGE technical agenda. The synergies between digital advancement and the energy sector will be a defining factor in achieving a more efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy future with an eye on innovation and cost.
Each day of the DTA theatre programme will start with a “Lightning Talks” session. These sessions are a blend of technical and commercial talks by participating exhibitors and academic institutions. Please note that these talks are NOT part of the official technical programme or conference proceedings.
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Deadline: 20 March 2026
We invite presentations for the following formats:
Lightning Talks Panel
Rapid-fire 10-minute presentations (6 in total) followed by a short Q&A. These sessions highlight diverse perspectives on emerging topics or technologies.
Commercial presentations are welcome in the exhibition theatres.
Topics:
- ML & AI in Subsurface
Where’s Machine Learning/ AI generating value today? A series of talks with specific examples of machine learning and Gen AI generating value for operators and suppliers to the upstream industry, with a focus on what’s the next priority to unlock more wins. - Driving Standardisation & Management
with OSDU Data Management has been a buzzword for decades, along with discussions of standards and standardisation. How does that work in today’s world? Is OSDU really transformative, or does the evolution of AI decrease the needs for standards? - Innovations in Continuous Monitoring for the Energy Industry
This technical session explores the latest advancements in continuous monitoring technologies for the energy sector, including fiber-optic sensing, real-time data analytics, AI-driven insights, and permanent reservoir surveillance. It highlights applications in oil & gas, renewables, and carbon capture to optimize efficiency, enhance safety, and support the energy transition.
Lunch and Learn
A 60-minute panel discussion with 4–5 panellists and a moderator, including short QA.
Topics:
- GenAI in Subsurface
- The 2026 Open for Energy workshop results: new energy for open code & data
- Driving Efficiency w Digital Integration
Deep Dive Session
A 60-minute session with 2–3 focused presentations plus Q&A. Ideal for addressing priority industry themes or for collaboration with expert organisations, for example reporting on findings from recent studies.
Topics:
- Using AI to Transform Old Fashioned Drilling Operations
Not everyone can move their operations overnight into digital formats. There are many wells in existence that have been working for a long time – How can we use AI and Machine Learning to transform existing drilling/operations and maximise recovery? - European Geological Data Infrastructure
Exploring data collaboration and creating a geological database for a sustainable continent. The EU-funded European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI) includes data sets from the geological surveys of Europe and their partners, and will form the basis of policy for sustainable supply of energy, drinking water and critical raw materials. - Machines Doing the Work
A deep dive session into where machines are ‘taking the load’ from humans – From Advanced Software to remote operations. What is it allowing us to do now? Are we indeed making better decisions in the energy industry or just doing more work?
Lightning Talks Panel
Rapid-fire 10-minute presentations (6 in total) followed by a short Q&A. These sessions highlight diverse perspectives on emerging topics or technologies.
Commercial presentations are welcome in the exhibition theatres.
Topics:
- ML & AI in Subsurface
- Driving Standardisation & Management with OSDU
- Innovations in Continuous Monitoring for the Energy Industry
Lunch and Learn
A 60-minute panel discussion with 4–5 panellists and a moderator, including short QA.
Topics:
- GenAI in Subsurface
- The 2026 Open for Energy workshop results: new energy for open code & data
- Driving Efficiency w Digital Integration
Deep Dive Session
A 60-minute session with 2–3 focused presentations plus Q&A. Ideal for addressing priority industry themes or for collaboration with expert organisations, for example reporting on findings from recent studies.
Topics:
- Using AI to Transform Old Fashioned Drilling Operations
- European Geological Data Infrastructure
- Machines Doing the Work
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LIGHTNING TALKS SESSION
ML & AI in Subsurface I
09 June 2026 | 09:50 – 11:30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Explore the forefront of innovation in our series of lightning talks, where experts will provide rapid-fire insights into the digital subsurface realm. Each speaker will pitch the latest advancements and transformative ideas shaping the way we model, analyse, and predict subsurface features. These concise sessions are designed to spark curiosity, foster collaboration, and inspire new approaches to digital geoscience, all while encapsulating a wealth of information that’s as deep as the subjects they cover.
Moderator:
Krystel St Clair
bp
Speakers:
From Subsurface to Software: How AI Is Creating Tangible Value With Geoscience Applications
Julien Razza (Eliis)
Let AI Crunch the Data so Geoscientists Can Crack the Insights
Krystel St Clair (bp)
AI Drift in Imaging Systems: Translating Lessons from Medicine to Oil & Gas
Lesley Anderson (University Of Aberdeen)
Trusted Interpretation AI: Unlocking Value through Control
Camille Msika (Emerson)
FormationEval, an open multiple-choice benchmark for petroleum geoscience
Almaz Ermilov (UiT Norges arktiske universitet)
Unlocking Data: Generative AI as an Assistant
Andrew Imrie (bp)
Interviewing the Subsurface: Natural Language AI Workflows in Spotfire for Geoscientists and Engineers
Drew Scherer (Spotfire)
Solving Geological Top Picking With Gen AI
Daniel Mark Austin (Sekal AS)
The First Mile of Digital Transformation: Why Data Foundations Still Make or Break AI in Geoscience
Jasmine Tran (OvationData Ltd.)
A scalable framework for agentic AI in O&G, demonstrated through application to the PETEX toolkit
Rory Hammerson (bp)
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Scaling Subsurface Expertise with Agent-Based Workflows in Spotfire
09 June 2026 | 11:30 – 12:00 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Explore the forefront of innovation in our series of lightning talks, where experts will provide rapid-fire insights into the digital subsurface realm. Each speaker will pitch the latest advancements and transformative ideas shaping the way we model, analyse, and predict subsurface features. These concise sessions are designed to spark curiosity, foster collaboration, and inspire new approaches to digital geoscience, all while encapsulating a wealth of information that’s as deep as the subjects they cover.
Speaker:
Michael O'Connell
Spotfire
Drew Scherer
Spotfire
SPONSOR PRESENTATION
Integrated subsurface technologies - Future.Now! - Transforming Subsurface Workflows with Hybrid AI/HPC Accelerated Computing
09 June 2026 | 12:05 – 12:35 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Explore the forefront of innovation in our series of lightning talks, where experts will provide rapid-fire insights into the digital subsurface realm. Each speaker will pitch the latest advancements and transformative ideas shaping the way we model, analyse, and predict subsurface features. These concise sessions are designed to spark curiosity, foster collaboration, and inspire new approaches to digital geoscience, all while encapsulating a wealth of information that’s as deep as the subjects they cover.
Speaker:
David Holmes
Dell Technologies
Nefeli Moridis
NVIDIA
PANEL DISCUSSION
Gen AI in Subsurface
09 June 2026 | 12:45 – 13:45 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Join us for an engaging lunchtime panel where thought leaders in academia will dissect the dynamic shift within university programs towards a digitally-focused curriculum. This session delves into the evolution of educational frameworks, addressing the imperative to integrate advanced data analytics and digital proficiency in shaping the geoscientists of tomorrow. Panelists will navigate the complexities of updating traditional curricula, spotlighting the challenges and triumphs in fostering a workforce adept at meeting the industry’s burgeoning digital demands.
Moderator:
Glyn Edwards
bp
Panelists:
Harsha Tharkabhushanam
bp
Josh Etkind
ThinkOnward
Raghu Menon
Bluware
Discussion
EAGE Hackathon Results and Winning Presentations (AI TC)
09 June 2026 | 14:00 – 14:45 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Dive into the digital transformation of drilling operations in our dedicated focus session. Industry specialists will unveil the latest in digital drilling technologies, discussing how real-time data analytics, automation, and machine learning are revolutionizing well design, execution, and safety. Attendees will gain insights into the digital tools and strategies that are setting new standards for efficiency and precision in drilling.
Moderator
Ilaria Viezzoli
EAGE
Discussion
Introduction and demo of EAGE's new Earthdoc AI
09 June 2026 | 14:45 – 15:30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Dive into the digital transformation of drilling operations in our dedicated focus session. Industry specialists will unveil the latest in digital drilling technologies, discussing how real-time data analytics, automation, and machine learning are revolutionizing well design, execution, and safety. Attendees will gain insights into the digital tools and strategies that are setting new standards for efficiency and precision in drilling.
Moderator
Ilaria Viezzoli
EAGE
DEEP DIVE SESSION
Using AI to Transform Old Fashioned Drilling Operations
09 June 2026 | 15:30 – 16:30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Dive into the digital transformation of drilling operations in our dedicated focus session. Industry specialists will unveil the latest in digital drilling technologies, discussing how real-time data analytics, automation, and machine learning are revolutionizing well design, execution, and safety. Attendees will gain insights into the digital tools and strategies that are setting new standards for efficiency and precision in drilling.
Moderator:
Tracey Dancy
Dancy Energy
Speakers:
bp's Asset & Well Trajectory Optimizer
Sam Hemmings (bp)
Accelerating Well Construction Decisions Through AI‑Powered Surface Logging Innovations
Ivan Fornasier (SLB)
Beyond NPT: Reducing Data Downtime in Drilling with GenAI-Derived Operational Insight
Samit Sengupta (Geologix)
Andrew Feltham (Lithosight Ltd)
From Geophysicist to Data Strategist: How AI Is Reshaping Subsurface Teams
Deep dive session:
Digital Journeys
11 June 2024 | 15:00 – 16:10 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area theatre
Speakers will outline the strategic vision that guided their transformation, the innovative technologies implemented, and the cultural shifts required to adapt to a digital-first business model. This session will offer invaluable insights into overcoming the challenges of digital adoption and harnessing the full potential of data and technology to revolutionize business operations. Attendees will leave with actionable strategies and inspiration to embark on or accelerate their own digital journeys within the energy sector, leveraging lessons from a trailblazer in digital innovation.
Moderator
Tracey Dancy
Dancy Energy Consulting
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Spotlight series:
An open source regulator
11 June 2024 | 16:20 – 17:40 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area theatre
Discover the ripple effects of open data as we spotlight the Norwegian Offshore Directorate’s commitment to transparency and its far-reaching impact on the industry. The first day of this two-day event will focus on the value generated through the directorate’s open-source initiatives and their strategic preparations for the future. Participants will learn how open access to regulatory data can drive innovation, improve decision-making, and create a more competitive and sustainable energy sector.
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LIGHTNING TALKS SESSION
Driving Standardisation & Management with OSDU
10 June 2026 | 09:50 – 11:30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
In the realm of geophysical exploration, a new dawn is breaking, heralding a future where cloud computing isn’t just supplementary but integral to seismic imaging. We’re embarking on a journey where cloud technology converges seamlessly with geoscience workflows, ushering in a paradigm shift in seismic data analysis.
Moderator:
Tracey Dancy
Dancy Energy
Speakers:
Petrophysics-PPFG Global Standardisation in Action: Adaptive Digital Strategies and OSDU Empowerment Through Quick-Wins and Strategic Engagements
Farid Gurbanov (bp)
Betting on Data: How the OSDU® Data Platform Reduces the Odds of Uncertainty
Einar Landre (Equinor)
Driving Standardisation & Data Management with OSDU in the AI Era at TotalEnergies
Emmanuelle Robert (TotalEnergies)
Digital Management of Large Multi-Disciplinary Data – The case for OSDU for CCS
Jane Wheelwright (DGI)
Breaking Silos Between Disciplines: A Data-Centric Approach to Subsurface Collaboration
Jasmine Tran (OvationData Ltd.)
Standards as the Foundation for Trustworthy AI — Why OSDU Matters More in an Agentic World
Raghu Jayan Menon (Bluware)
What does OSDU need to provide to convince this practioner of its usefulness and transformative power
Jorg Herwanger (Sharp Reflections)
Industry Presentation
Reservoir Geophysics Integrated Seismic Forward Modeling—Bridging Reservoir Property Analysis and Seismic Interpretation
10 June 2026 | 11:30 – 11:50 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
In the realm of geophysical exploration, a new dawn is breaking, heralding a future where cloud computing isn’t just supplementary but integral to seismic imaging. We’re embarking on a journey where cloud technology converges seamlessly with geoscience workflows, ushering in a paradigm shift in seismic data analysis.
Speaker:
Aileen Zhang
Colchis Petrocosulting
Industry Presentation
Reservoir Geophysics Integrated Seismic Forward Modeling—Bridging Reservoir Property Analysis and Seismic Interpretation
10 June 2026 | 11:55 – 12:15 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Speaker:
Chaosheng Liu
Guangdong Dapu Telecom Technology Co., Ltd
PANEL DISCUSSION
The 2026 Open for Energy workshop results: new energy for open code & data
10 June 2026 | 12:45 – 13:45 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
As global demand for more efficient energy solutions rises, AI is increasingly touted as a transformative force in the energy sector. But is AI truly driving meaningful innovation, or is it simply the latest industry buzzword? This panel explores the current and potential roles of AI across the energy value chain — from predictive maintenance, to reservoir management, to renewables in the energy sector. By examining real-world case studies, emerging technologies, and the challenges of implementation, we aim to separate the hype from the reality. Attendees will gain a critical understanding of AI’s tangible impact on energy systems today, along with the strategic considerations necessary to harness its full potential in powering the future.
Moderator:
Guillermo Vargas
Shell
Panelists:
Sergey Fomel
UT Austin
Nanne Hemstra
dGB Earth Sciences
Collin Cronkite-Ratcliff
USGS
Sharon Howe
Viridien
THE HPC-AI SOCIETY PANEL
The Great Cloud Computing Debate: On-Prem vs. Public Cloud vs. Hybrid. And what does it mean for AI?
10 June 2026 | 14:00 – 15:30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
As global demand for more efficient energy solutions rises, AI is increasingly touted as a transformative force in the energy sector. But is AI truly driving meaningful innovation, or is it simply the latest industry buzzword? This panel explores the current and potential roles of AI across the energy value chain — from predictive maintenance, to reservoir management, to renewables in the energy sector. By examining real-world case studies, emerging technologies, and the challenges of implementation, we aim to separate the hype from the reality. Attendees will gain a critical understanding of AI’s tangible impact on energy systems today, along with the strategic considerations necessary to harness its full potential in powering the future.
Moderator:
Michael Stevens
The HPC-AI Society
Panelists:
Gerard Gorman
Devito Codes
Sharon Howe
Viridien
Mik Isernia
ThinkOnward
Nefeli Moridis
NVIDIA
PANEL DISCUSSION
DIGITAL OILFIELD of the FUTURE
10 June 2026 | 15:30 – 16:30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
This panel discussion will critically address the Open Subsurface Data Universe (OSDU) and its burgeoning role in reshaping the energy sectors. Experts will dissect the readiness of the industry to embrace OSDU, discussing the integration challenges with current systems and the readiness of organizations to adapt to this new paradigm.
The dialogue will pivot around the readiness of the industry’s infrastructure, workforce, and regulatory frameworks to support OSDU’s implementation, while also contemplating its potential to streamline operations across both the hydrocarbon and renewable energy industries.
Attendees will gain insights into the preparedness of the sector for this leap in data management and how OSDU could serve as a key enabler for innovation and sustainable practices. This panel will not only explore the current landscape but will also offer a critical assessment of the industry’s capacity to adopt and evolve with the OSDU initiative.
Moderator
Tony Edwards
StepChange Global
Panelists:
Carolina Barros
Kongsberg Digital
Spencer Roberts
CapGemini
Oscar Abbink
S&P Global
Karan Bhatia
SLB
LIGHTNING TALKS SESSION
Innovations in Continuous Monitoring for the Energy Industry
11 June 2026 | 09:50 – 11:30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Join us for a forward-looking session exploring the ongoing transformation of the European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI) within the Geological Service for Europe (GSEU) project. Hear directly from the experts leading this evolution as EGDI advances from a data platform to a fully integrated knowledge infrastructure, and moves toward enabling a digital twin of the European subsurface.
The session will demonstrate how EGDI is improving access to harmonised, high-resolution geoscientific data, enabling more effective assessment and management across key domains such as raw materials, geoenergy, groundwater, and coastal systems. This integrated infrastructure supports data-driven decision-making essential for Europe’s energy transition, climate resilience, and sustainable development goals.
Moderator
Phil Norlund
Halliburton
Speakers:
Integrating 4D Seismic and DTS for Dynamic Characterization of the Balakhany VIII Reservoir
Teymur Ibrahimzade (bp)
Seismic Tiles "The Google Maps" for 4D seismic
Nam Nguyen (Halliburton)
Transforming Oil Field Surveillance Through Python‑Automated Logic and Continuous Monitoring
David Talbot (bp)
Continuous full field monitoring in space and time
Jorg Herwanger (Sharp Reflections)
4D integration in probabilistic reservoir modelling: a powerful aid to better prediction
Willam Chalub Cruz (Halliburton)
Sponsor Presentation
Looking Beyond The Headlines - How energy leaders are experiencing AI implementation today, where adoption is creating measurable value, and where the disconnect remains between AI’s promise and its practical use at scale.
11 June 2026 | 12.05 – 12.35 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Join us for a forward-looking session exploring the ongoing transformation of the European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI) within the Geological Service for Europe (GSEU) project. Hear directly from the experts leading this evolution as EGDI advances from a data platform to a fully integrated knowledge infrastructure, and moves toward enabling a digital twin of the European subsurface.
The session will demonstrate how EGDI is improving access to harmonised, high-resolution geoscientific data, enabling more effective assessment and management across key domains such as raw materials, geoenergy, groundwater, and coastal systems. This integrated infrastructure supports data-driven decision-making essential for Europe’s energy transition, climate resilience, and sustainable development goals.
Speakers:
John Chu
EPAM
Wadii El Karkouri
TGS
TBC
AWS
PANEL DISCUSSION
Driving Efficiency w Digital Integration
11 June 2026 | 12:45 – 13:45 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Join this interactive session and help explore the state of #digitalization today. Did digitalization happen? Is it over? Or did it just get clobbered by the double-whammy of a global pandemic and the generative AI boom? We’ll ask whether digitalization achieved its goals, or if its goals are different now. We want to hear your point of view, whether you’re a defender of the trusted analog ways or an early adopter of no-code frameworks or generative AI.
Moderator
Krystel St Clair
bp
Panelists:
Camile Msika
AspenTech
Linda Hodgson
bp
Thomas Grant
Cegal
Courtney Jiskoot
Baringa
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
How GPUs Transformed Reservoir Simulation
11 June 2026 | 14.00 – 14.30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Join us for a forward-looking session exploring the ongoing transformation of the European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI) within the Geological Service for Europe (GSEU) project. Hear directly from the experts leading this evolution as EGDI advances from a data platform to a fully integrated knowledge infrastructure, and moves toward enabling a digital twin of the European subsurface.
The session will demonstrate how EGDI is improving access to harmonised, high-resolution geoscientific data, enabling more effective assessment and management across key domains such as raw materials, geoenergy, groundwater, and coastal systems. This integrated infrastructure supports data-driven decision-making essential for Europe’s energy transition, climate resilience, and sustainable development goals.
Speakers:
Leonardo Patacchini
Stone Ridge Technology
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
The Seismic Data Bottleneck - Unlocking the Full Value of Seismic Data for AI and Exploration
11 June 2026 | 14.30 – 15.00 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Join us for a forward-looking session exploring the ongoing transformation of the European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI) within the Geological Service for Europe (GSEU) project. Hear directly from the experts leading this evolution as EGDI advances from a data platform to a fully integrated knowledge infrastructure, and moves toward enabling a digital twin of the European subsurface.
The session will demonstrate how EGDI is improving access to harmonised, high-resolution geoscientific data, enabling more effective assessment and management across key domains such as raw materials, geoenergy, groundwater, and coastal systems. This integrated infrastructure supports data-driven decision-making essential for Europe’s energy transition, climate resilience, and sustainable development goals.
Speakers:
Ian Setterfield
Nasuni
LIGHTNING TALKS SESSION
ML & AI in Subsurface Part II
11 June 2026 | 15:30 – 16:30 CEST
Where: Digital Transformation Area Theatre
Join this interactive session and help explore the state of #digitalization today. Did digitalization happen? Is it over? Or did it just get clobbered by the double-whammy of a global pandemic and the generative AI boom? We’ll ask whether digitalization achieved its goals, or if its goals are different now. We want to hear your point of view, whether you’re a defender of the trusted analog ways or an early adopter of no-code frameworks or generative AI.
Moderator:
Victor Lamy
bp
Speakers:
DISKOS Q&A LLM Benchmark
George Ghon (Capgemini)
AI for better subsurface decisions: expanding what we see, understand, and communicate
Victor Lamy (bp)
Cross-Domain Approaches to Overcome Fragmented Subsurface Workflows
Theresia M Citraningtyas (Earth Science Analytics)
Making Sense of 50 Million Files: Intelligent Taxonomy Engineering and Machine Learning Guided Classification
Grant Cole (Viridien)
From Data to Decisions – description of Thunder Horse Field using bp’s Rapid Interpretation workflow
Declan Miller (bp)
Data-Agnostic ML Pipeline Unlocking 4D Seismic Value for Subsurface Integration: North Sea Applications and CCS Opportunities
Rasool Amiri Kolajoobi (Heriot-Watt University)
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