The Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference & Exhibition (SOGCE) is Sabah’s premier and longest-running industry platform dedicated to advancing the oil, gas and energy sector. Since its inception in 2012, SOGCE has evolved in tandem with industry transformation, State priorities and global energy shifts — from traditional petroleum development to today’s emphasis on low-carbon pathways, digitalisation and sustainable growth.

 

Sabah’s oil, gas and energy sector continues to demonstrate a positive and progressive trajectory, underpinned by policy continuity through the Sabah Energy Roadmap and Masterplan 2040 (SE-RAMP 2040). The increasing participation of Sabahan vendors — now accounting for approximately 36% of total oil and gas contract value — together with growing investments in energy infrastructure, downstream development and clean energy initiatives, reflects Sabah’s emergence as a competitive and forward-looking energy hub. In this context, SOGCE plays a complementary role by providing a platform where policy direction, industry capability, innovation and investment converge.

 

In 2026, under the theme “Fueling the Future: Driving Energy Innovation for Sustainable Growth,” SOGCE will spotlight the industry’s transformation through wider adoption of artificial intelligence, big data analytics, innovative technologies and strategic partnerships. The event reflects the Sabah State Government’s steadfast commitment to developing oil and gas as a key revenue driver, while attracting new investments and enabling greater local participation.

 

SOGCE serves as a dynamic platform connecting policymakers, industry leaders, operators, technology providers, investors and service companies. It offers unparalleled opportunities to:

 

• Explore cutting-edge technologies and innovations driving operational excellence

 

• Foster partnerships and collaborations that open doors for local contractors and entrepreneurs

 

• Engage in meaningful dialogue on energy transition, sustainability and low-carbon solutions

 

The 13th edition of SOGCE will feature a two-day conference comprising high-impact plenary sessions, parallel tracks and technical papers, held alongside a two-day exhibition showcasing the latest equipment, solutions and services across the energy value chain.

 

Signature highlights include industry visits, SOGCE Networking Golf, Knowledge Hub for exhibitors, Future Leaders Hub in collaboration with North Borneo University, SOGCE NexGen Energy Programmes (supported by the industry), all designed to inspire, connect and develop the next generation of industry talent.

 

Beyond knowledge-sharing, SOGCE functions as a practical business platform where companies network, host meetings, form partnerships, sign agreements and explore investment opportunities. Many industry participants organise their own programmes and engagements in conjunction with SOGCE — a testament to the event’s relevance, credibility and business value.

 

More than an event, SOGCE is a catalyst for growth, collaboration and innovation, supporting the Sabah State Government’s industrial, entrepreneurship and energy agenda, while shaping the future of the oil, gas and energy industry in Sabah and beyond.

 

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