Welcome to the March edition of The Surge
Welcome to The Surge, where we update you on the latest news from the Frontier Energy Network.
Africa Energies Summit 2026 - where African Governments Meet Global Capital
In a global environment that’s growing more complex by the day, where we convene and how we connect has never been more important.
That’s why so many African governments choose London and the Africa Energies Summit | Africa’s Premier Global Upstream Conference | 11th - 14th May 2026 as the place to engage with the international upstream community. Anchored by key government participation, our programme unites stakeholders from across the entire upstream value chain for three days of meaningful dialogue, strategic networking, and real progress.
Governments, NOCs and regulators recognise the Summit as the trusted forum in which to tackle the challenges and opportunities facing Africa’s upstream industry.
More governments are being added every week – check here for latest news.
Focused on African Upstream? This is the Only Agenda You Need
This is the most comprehensive, one-location African upstream industry line-up available, featuring governments, regulators, IOCs, NOCs, independents, service companies and financiers, as well as the country and basin spotlights that feature at the top of your agenda:
Tangible leads on licensing rounds, farm-ins and M&A
A clearer understanding of fiscal regimes and policy changes in your key countries
Direct access to leaders within regulators, NOCs and governments who actually award licences and shape terms
New relationships with financiers, DFIs, trading houses and banks who are actively placing capital in African energy
Practical ideas on how to deploy technology and data to reduce risk and accelerate timelines
We’re Not Exaggerating – this Speaker Line-Up is Literally World Class
With more than 100 speakers already confirmed for London, we’re bringing together a powerful blend of global and regional leaders.
From government ministers and CEOs to technology pioneers and international investors, these are the people shaping policy, accelerating innovation, and directing capital across Africa’s evolving energy landscape.
Find out who’s speaking at this year’s Africa Energies Summit
Want to Know Who’s in the Room? Attendee List Available
We know it’s important to be able to plan your engagement in advance, and our Summit app is the place to organise your meetings and network with fellow delegate in advance of the event. But before the app opens for 2026, you can get ahead of the game; find out who’ll be joining you by requesting an up-to-date attendee list.
Our Sponsors
A huge thank you to our new and returning sponsors. These companies and organisations understand the Africa Energies Summit effect; this is the trusted, confidential, deal-driven forum the local and international upstream industry wants to be seen at.
Join this illustrious list – visit Become a Sponsor for more details.
Global Leaders' Forum – the Aberdeen Edition
Frontier is proud to convene the next edition of the Global Upstream Leaders Forum in Aberdeen, held in partnership with the EAGE Annual Conference & Exhibition.
As part of Frontier’s sponsorship of EAGE Annual 2026, this private, high‑level gathering for Frontier Energy Network Members and select invited guests brings together senior leaders from across the upstream sector for focused dialogue on emerging opportunities and the forces reshaping the industry. With the support of our key partners, the Forum offers a trusted space to share insight, strengthen strategic relationships, and advance forward‑looking conversations across the global upstream community.
Reflections on Global Leaders' Forum, London
Full House. Real Conversations. Real Direction.
Thank you to those who joined us for the London edition of the exclusive Global Upstream Leaders Forum - it was a privilege and a pleasure to host you as we discussed "Global Capital, Global Strategy: Aligning Finance and Upstream Growth". Two panels, a full room - and a very clear message from the market: upstream is not short of capital, it's just much harder to access.
Frontier CEO and Founder, Gayle Meikle reflects on the panel conversations and key takeaways in this incisive article.
A big thank you to our valued Sponsors, Viridien and ExxonMobil, and our incredible speaker line up of Jerome Serve - Viridien , Lewis McDonald - Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, Shiva Kant - Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Carlos Bellorin - Welligence Energy Analytics, Eric d'Argentré - Panoro Energy, Claudia Napolitano - ExxonMobil , Nick Ingrassia - Seascape Energy Asia plc and Rahul Dhir - Former Upstream CEO.
Global Upstream Leaders Forum – remaining dates for 2026:
Aberdeen, 9th June
Rio De Janeiro, 9th September
Houston, 18th November
Attendance is exclusive to Frontier Network members and invited guests. Find out more here.
Frontier Upstream Insights – available on-demand now!
This is essential viewing for explorers, investors, advisors, and anyone tracking the future of global discovery potential, this session examined the 10 most promising international plays. Focusing in on the basins that are set to influence upstream activity across the globe, this session was packed with exclusive insight from leading analysts, geoscience experts, and decision-makers.
Thanks to our expert panel, Amalia Olivera-Riley - Executive VP Capability Development, Subsurface Consultants & Associates, LLC (SCA), Simon Molyneux - Managing Director and CEO, Molyneux Advisors, Andres Mesa - Director Subsurface and Strategy, Holt Energy Advisors, Gayle Meikle - Founder and CEO, Frontier and our host, Daniel Davidson – COO, Frontier.
World Energies Summit – Where Upstream Leaders Come to Connect
Super Early Bird Rate ends 10th April - Find out more and 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 to secure your place
The World Energies Summit | The World’s Premier Global Upstream Conference | 29th - 30th September 2026 is set to be more influential than ever. With strategic conversations among the world’s top upstream executives and exclusive insights, this is where the future of upstream takes shape. Join us in London, between 29th - 30th September, and put yourself at the centre of opportunity, strategy, and global deal-making.
Welcome to our new members this month
Serge MATESCO, Founder Chief Executive Officer, MATESCO & PARTNERS
Renato Almeida, Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs - Angola, Chevron
Toni Henning, GM Commercial, Chevron
Jimmy Smith, Senior Commercial Manager - Nojv Gas, Chevron
Paul Bansil, Director - Consulting International, KBR
UV Jones IV, Partner, D & Jones
Samuel Diminas, Chief Executive Officer, Westpaq International
Dates For Your Diary
📌 12th – 14th May 2026, London, UK
Global Upstream Leaders’ Forum
📌 9th June, Aberdeen, UK
Frontier Upstream Insights: Designing the Perfect Bid Round: What Governments Must Do to Attract Capital in 2026+
📌 17th June 2026 – LinkedIn Live
Global Upstream Leaders’ Forum
📌 9th September, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
📌 29th – 30th September 2026, London, UK
Frontier Upstream Insights: Sanctions, Conflicts & Energy Security: How Geopolitics is Redrawing the Global Upstream Map
📌 7th October 2026 - LinkedIn Live
Global Upstream Leaders’ Forum
📌 18th November, Houston, USA
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We hope you enjoyed this edition of The Surge. If you’re not already a Member we hope this has given you an insight into the Frontier Energy Network, and shown you how we connect energy people around the world to make real progress happen.
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