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Global Upstream
Leaders Rio

From Rio De Janeiro to the World: Leading the Upstream Conversation.

9th September 2026

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Global Upstream Leaders in Rio de Janeiro.

Frontier hosted the Global Upstream Leaders Forum at a standout city venue. Supported by key partners, this private gathering of Frontier Energy Network members and invited guests convened senior leaders to discuss upstream potential and forge high-value connections.

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Accelerating upstream growth with actionable insights and a powerful network.

Global Upstream Leaders London brought together the people and insights needed to de-risk exploration, licensing, and portfolio decisions. Connecting people with investors, IOCs, independents, NOCs, and service providers to unlock farm-outs, secure acreage, and advance projects in the upstream sector.

The companies in attendance drove the next wave of discoveries and developments in Rio de Janeiro and the region.

📅 Date: 9th September 2026
⏰ Time: 14:00 - 19:00
📍 Venue: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Forum Format:

✔︎ Opening & Official Opening Remarks
✔︎ Industry Talks & Panels
✔︎ Networking Reception with key stakeholders

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Sponsors & Partners 2026

We are proud to showcase the companies that were Sponsors & Partners of the Global Upstream Leaders Forum Rio, Frontier’s flagship gathering dedicated to the future of upstream leadership. This distinguished group of industry leaders helped to create an unparalleled global platform where the upstream community connected, collaborated, and shaped the direction of the sector’s next era.

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Industry Sponsor

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Strategic Partners

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Strategic Forum Theme:
“Latin America’s Deepwater Advantage: Scaling a New Era of Supply”

Agenda

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Confirmed Speakers

We were delighted to introduce our cohort of 2026 Speakers for the Global Upstream Leaders Forum in Rio de Janeiro. A senior group of global investors, upstream leaders and policymakers shaping the alignment of capital and strategy across the upstream sector.

The Forum focused on how global capital is deployed, how strategy is evolving, and how finance and upstream growth can be better aligned to deliver long-term value and energy leadership.

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Our sponsorship opportunities position your company at the heart of the global upstream network, offering your team the chance to join us at our Global Upstream Leaders’ events around the world. Strengthen relationships within our C-level community, enhance your visibility across the global upstream sector, gain worldwide exposure, and host your clients in key energy regions.

Sponsorship Point of Contact:
Neil Borthwick, Sales Director

Email: info@frontierenergy.network

Call: +44 208 1947 051

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“It was a real pleasure having the opportunity to participate at this week’s London Members Reception. Congratulations for such a successful event and also on the choice of the venue and the weather conditions allowing to secure such an spectacular view!”

— Jagoba Cubes, Cepsa

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