FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
GALVESTON, UNITED STATES – June 19, 2026 — The Unconventional Resources Technology Conference (URTeC) 2026 is set to commence on June 22 in Galveston, TX. This collaborative event, spearheaded by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG), and the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG), will convene global experts to address the challenges and opportunities within the critical unconventional energy sector.
Advancing Unconventional Energy Science
URTeC 2026 will feature a comprehensive technical program, building on the legacy of events like the 2024 conference, which hosted over 1,000 presentations. The agenda spans critical areas: exploration and production technologies, data science and digitalization, environmental and regulatory solutions, completions and production optimization, and geoscience and petrophysics. This structure ensures a deep dive into the scientific and engineering complexities of shale, tight gas, and coalbed methane, fostering the interdisciplinary dialogue essential for resource advancement.
A Nexus for Industry Innovation and Collaboration
The conference floor in Galveston will host an expansive exhibition, where leading global brands and technology providers will present their latest developments. This platform offers professional buyers direct access to solutions in drilling, reservoir characterization, and sustainable practices. For exhibitors, URTeC provides a targeted environment to engage with a diverse audience of petroleum engineers, geoscientists, data scientists, and industry executives from over 40 countries. It serves as a strategic forum for lead generation, brand reinforcement, and evaluating market trends. Attendees seeking to explore the full scope of the program and exhibition can find more information and register at urtec.org/2026/.
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About Unconventional Resources Technology Conference - URTeC
The Unconventional Resources Technology Conference (URTeC) is a collaborative initiative by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE), the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG), and the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG). Established to advance the science and technology of unconventional resources, URTeC serves as a vital interdisciplinary platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and fostering solutions in the global energy sector. It convenes experts to address the technical and environmental challenges of unconventional oil and gas plays.
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