Welcome | GESGB Conference (G-CON)

G-CON is designed to be focused, innovative, and commercially relevant. G-CON is the new high-profile conference from the Geoscience Energy Society of Great Britain (GESGB).

Designed to replace PETEX, G-CON brings together the brightest minds in academia, the most innovative thinkers in industry, and the next generation of geoscientists.

For industry partners, G-CON offers a unique opportunity to connect, influence, and showcase at the intersection of research, technology, and real world energy challenges.

CONFERENCE THEMES

📝 Global Hotspots & Hydrocarbon Exploration
Insights from leading operators and consultancies on the most exciting plays worldwide.

📝 Technology, AI & Data Science
How digital innovation is reshaping exploration, development, and energy systems.

📝 New Energies & Subsurface Solutions
Geothermal, hydrogen, helium, and the geoscience foundations that support them

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

⭐ High impact talks across three focused streams
⭐ Daily keynote speakers from industry and academia
⭐ Extensive poster sessions showcasing student and professional research
⭐ Networking events connecting partners, researchers, and future talent

WHAT G-CON DELIVERS FOR INDUSTRY

A Platform to Showcase Innovation

▶️ Present your latest breakthroughs in exploration, development, AI, and data science
▶️ Demonstrate leadership in emerging energy sectors including geothermal, hydrogen, and helium
▶️ Highlight successful plays and O&G global hotspots to a highly engaged audience

A Direct Bridge to Academia

▶️ Access cutting edge research with real commercial potential
▶️ Build relationships with academic teams and research groups
▶️ Influence future research directions and talent development
▶️ Visibility Across the Energy Ecosystem

Engage with Operators, Service Companies, Consultancies

▶️ G-CON offers a direct platform to sell your products and services
▶️ Strengthen your brand through sponsorship, exhibition, and speaking opportunities
▶️ Benefit from media partnerships with leading energy technology publications

GESGB Conference (G-CON) Registration

Terms and conditions
Please read our registration terms and conditions before completing your purchase. Please note: Only 2-day tickets can be purchased for G-CON 2026. 1-day tickets are not available.

Member registration
All GESGB member registrations will be reviewed by the GESGB office team. If you are not a current member and wish to sign up for GESGB membership please visit: https://www.ges-gb.org.uk/membership/

Registration
Ticket fees include:

• Two-day ticket
• Full access to the technical programme (oral and poster)
• Abstract book (digital)
• Event guide (digital)
• Exhibition show floor access (25-26 November)
• Lunch and refreshments (25-26 November)
• Evening networking reception with drinks & canapés (25 November)

Confirmation
An automated email confirmation will be issued on completion of  your registration and payment. Please check your spam folder if the confirmation does not appear in your inbox.

Corporate group bookings
Discounted rate for company group bookings of 5+ registrations available. Please email events@ges-gb.org.uk with details of your booking.

Student and concessionary rates
Limited number of student (£25 + VAT) and concessionary tickets available. Please submit your request by emailing events@ges-gb.org.uk. Proof of status is required.

Ticket prices

• Super Early Bird – Member Only – £320 + VAT (8 April – 4 May)
• Early Bird Member – £390 + VAT (5 May – 28 July)
• Early Bird Non-Member – £470 + VAT (5 May – 28 July)
• Standard Member – £420 + VAT (29 July – 24 November)
• Standard Non-Member – £500 + VAT (29 July – 24 November)
• Onsite Member – £470 + VAT (25 – 26 November)
• Onsite Non-Member – £550 + VAT (25 – 26 November)