Australian Gas Markets - Technical, Commercial & Contract Fundamentals

Course Objectives

"This course is ideal for those looking for a thorough grounding in all aspects of the Australian gas industry"

Key Learning Outcomes

Technical

• Understand the key technical issues in gas supply chain to support informed business making decisions
• Learn about the upstream, gas transportation and downstream businesses

Commercial

• Overview of the Australian gas market and the gas commercialisation process
• Review the analytical tools used by the industry to make investment decisions
• Examine the strategic and commercial drivers for major gas industry players to assist with understanding your competitors
• Review the major drivers of change in the Australian gas market, what the future market will look like and how to position your company for future success

Contract

• Examine the key contracts used in the gas industry and fundamental contract issues
• Learn how to negotiate key commercial terms and the legal traps to watch out fort  

About the Course

This course will provide participants with a fundamental grounding in the Australian gas industry, covering the key technical, commercial and contract aspects of the industry.

The course begins with a short review of upstream activities including how natural gas (conventional and coal seam methane gas) is formed, how it is found and produced. A study of the gas transportation network will outline the movement of gas flows around the country, infrastructure capacities and constraints, and how gas is delivered to customers.

The commercial section provides an analysis of the East Australian gas market and explains the business strategies of major industry players. With an understanding of how the existing gas market works and the fundamental drivers for changes, future market outcomes will be examined. Learn what upstream producers, gas transmission pipelines, retailers and customers should do to position for these dramatic market changes.

The last section will review the major commercial and legal aspects of industry agreements, including gas sale contracts, gas transportation, joint venture and asset sale agreements. Gain insights into how to negotiate the key legal and commercial terms of these agreements.

Who Should Attend

This course would ideally suit those looking for a thorough grounding in all aspects of the current Australian gas industry including:

• Geologists, engineers and other technical representatives
• Commercial officers, analysts and gas purchasing managers
• Suppliers, consultants, regulators, financiers and advisorsrs

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