He will examine how providers of satellite and satellite-hybrid services are responding positively to the increasing demand for new commercial oil and gas applications. The Conference, being held in Aberdeen, will run from May 17 to 18 and is an important event in the industry calendar, bringing together operators and vendors in an open-forum debate to discuss the key issues affecting the oil and gas supply sector. “In expanding our presence in the upstream market, Hughes customers can benefit from our wealth of retail oil and gas experience,” said Watts. “Globally, the oil and gas sector remains an important growth market for Hughes. The industry is one in which we can demonstrate a unique integrated network services expertise and an unmatched ability to deliver practical communications solutions designed to meet individual customer needs.” For event information and registration, access this direct infopage.