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Argus Americas Crude Summit

Houston, Texas, US
2-4 February 2026
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Increasing transparency of the global crude market and trade activities

Meet us at the go-to event for the commercial crude market, the 18th annual Argus Americas Crude Summit is coming back in Houston, TX, February 2-4, 2026.

Join 400+ global industry participants over three days for networking and information sharing. Be part of the leading global gathering for crude market stakeholders, where energy leaders, traders, refiners, and oil market decision makers come together to unpack the future of oil in a volatile, fast-changing landscape. Do not miss your opportunity to build the cross-sectoral partnerships you need to drive business growth.

From evolving global trade routes to pricing pressures and upstream strategy, this is your chance to stay ahead of the shifting crude landscape. Hear from CEOs, traders, refiners, and regulators as they unpack the forces reshaping supply, demand, infrastructure, and investment.

Companies that attend include: Energy Transfer, TotalEnergies, Gunvor, ENI, Delek US, Chevron, MEG Energy, Reliance USA INC, Phillips 66, Trans Mountain, Par Pacific Holdings, HF Sinclair, TC Energy, Enterprise, Petrobras Americas and many more.

 

Book by December 12 to save $300 with the early bird rate. Additional savings available with group rates!

 

Special guest speaker

Admiral James Stavridis

NATO’s 16th Supreme Allied Commander Europe and 15th Commander, U.S. European Command (2009–2013); Commander, U.S. Southern Command (2006–2009); Dean, Fletcher School at Tufts (2013–2018); Partner & Vice Chairman, Carlyle; Chair, Rockefeller Foundation; NYT bestselling author.

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2026 speakers include:

Chairman Jim Wright
, Texas Railroad Commissioner

Mark Lashier
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Phillips 66

Rahim Azouni
Senior Vice President Trading & Shipping, TotalEnergies

Gary Pedersen
President & CEO - Americas, Gunvor

Fernando Colares
Global Head of Crude Oil, Petrobras

Alipio Ferreira
Vice President- Crude Oil Trading Brasil, Petrochina

Alipio Ferreira is a Petroleum engineer with a master’s degree in Administration, from Coppead-UFRJ. He currently serves as the Crude Vice President at PetroChina Brazil International Trading. With extensive experience in the oil industry, Alipio has held key positions both in Brazil and internationally. Notably, he has contributed to exploration and production, crude and products trading, distribution, and petrochemicals. His career spans roles such as Petrobras America Downstream VP, Petrobras Singapore Managing Director, BR Distribuidora Director, and Petrobras Head of Global Crude and Products Trading.

Argus interactive workshop*

Optional add-on: Pre-conference workshop* - February 2, 2026

Join the interactive Argus workshop on 2 February for a comprehensive strategic outlook on crude oil logistics, pricing, and market dynamics through 2026–2027. Argus experts will guide you through the geopolitical landscape, WTI onshore logistics from Midland to the US Gulf Coast, and the critical role of Houston’s pipeline system in shaping crude flows and pricing.

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Dive deep into Canadian crude scheduling, the significance of condensate in oil sands production, and the evolving market balance and pipeline developments in the Permian Basin. Plus, get an exclusive look at Argus pricing tools and data platforms designed to boost trading efficiency and market transparency.

Please note: Passes are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your spot now to gain a competitive edge in the market.

2026 unmissable experiences

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