Media Advisory - Gas & Oil Expo 2013 connects the industry in Calgary

Over 20,000 attendees expected for year's largest Canadian oil and gas show

CALGARY, May 15, 2013 /CNW/ -

WHAT:	Gas & Oil Expo 2013 will kick off the year's largest Canadian oil and gas show in Calgary, Alberta, on Tuesday, June 11 and run through Thursday, June 13 at Stampede Park. The biennial exposition is North America's leading marketplace for energy experts to network and source business solutions on a global stage.
	Gas & Oil Expo will attract over 20,000 registered attendees and over 600 exhibiting companies showcasing emerging technologies, a diverse range of products and services, and industry expertise from internationally recognized brands. This year's Gas & Oil Expo has expanded to include more exhibition space and will cover over 170,000 square feet both indoors and outdoors.

Registration to attend Gas & Oil Expo can be completed at www.gasandoilexpo.com.

The following features are of particular interest:

Daily Features:

• Live Welding Demos - Check out the best of the best in the art and science of welding. The pavilion will spotlight the latest innovations, technologies and productivity advancements in the welding, joining and fabrication fields through live demonstrations.
  
• Exhibitor Showcase Presentation Theatres - Complimentary to attend (with official show name badge), these theatres offer an opportunity to explore the latest advancements in the areas of Heavy Oil & Oil Sands, Health, Safety & Environment, and Business Development.
  
• Outdoor Exhibits - Onsite beer gardens provide attendees a place to relax and refresh after perusing the outdoor displays of oilfield equipment.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013:

Opening Night Reception - Join industry professionals and celebrate the kick-off of the year's largest Canadian energy event at the Opening Night Reception. Enjoy live entertainment, cocktails and appetizers while mingling with North America's oil and gas community.
		5:30 p.m.
		Hyatt Regency Calgary

Wednesday, June 12, 2013:

Official Industry Party - Expo attendees are invited to network at the show's official industry networking event (complimentary admission with official show name badge).
		5:30 p.m.
		Cowboys Casino

Wednesday, June 12 and Thursday, June 13:

• Global Energy Career Expo - Held in conjunction with Gas & Oil Expo 2013, the Career Expo will once again invite qualified candidates to connect with energy recruiters at the industry's leading recruitment event.
  Event hours are 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday.
  Candidates can pre-qualify at www.globalenergycareerexpo.com/calgary/2013/

WHO:	Notable exhibitors include: Propell Oilfield Equipment RMI Pressure Systems Halliburton Katch Kan Ltd. LNG showcase from Parkland Fuel Corporation and Shell Live Welding Demos presented by 3M, Fronius, Hypertherm, Lincoln Electric, and Liburdi Country Pavilions for companies from China, France, Malaysia, South Korea, and USA and many more. Visit the Gas & Oil Expo website under Exhibiting Companies for a complete list.
WHERE:	Stampede Park - BMO Centre Halls A - D, Outdoor Area 20 Roundup Way SE, Calgary, Alberta
WHEN:	Gas & Oil Expo is open: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 12, 2013 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thursday, June 13, 2013 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Media will be required to obtain a show badge for the event and will need to provide accreditation (a piece of photo identification and an official business card) upon arrival at the Press Office, located in Room 101 beside Hall D in the BMO Centre. For further information on Gas & Oil Expo and to inquire about attendance, visit www.gasandoilexpo.com.

Held in conjunction with:

SPE Heavy Oil Conference—Canada & SPE International

Visit http://www.spe.org/events/hocc/2013/ for more information.

SOURCE: Gas & Oil Expo 2013

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