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SOGCE 2025: Fostering Collaboration, Paving Sustainable Opportunities in Sabah’s Energy Landscape

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah – [23 May 2025] –

The Sabah Oil, Gas & Energy Conference and Exhibition (SOGCE) returns for its 12th edition on 3–4 July 2025 at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC). Organised by Midas Events Management, SOGCE 2025 continues its legacy as the state’s premier oil, gas, and energy platform, uniting stakeholders to collaborate, share insights, and explore sustainable energy opportunities. Our collaboration partners are Sabah Oil & Gas Development Corporation (SOGDC), Society of Petroleum Engineers – KL Section and Semarak Training.

We are honoured to have invited The Honourable Datuk Seri Panglima Haji Hajiji bin Haji Noor, Chief Minister of Sabah, to officiate SOGCE 2025, underscoring the event’s strategic importance to the state’s economic and energy development.
 

“Fostering Collaboration, Paving Sustainable Opportunities”, this year’s theme, reflects the event’s mission to advance strategic partnerships and innovation, particularly in the face of global energy transition.
 

Why SOGCE Matters
 

SOGCE plays a vital role in advancing Sabah’s position as a strategic hub for the oil, gas, and energy industry in Malaysia. The event fosters meaningful dialogue between stakeholders, promotes local participation, and aligns regional growth with national and global sustainability agendas. Through its carefully curated conference, exhibition, and outreach initiatives, SOGCE helps chart a forward-looking path for Sabah’s OGSE ecosystem.

“In its 12th edition, SOGCE continues to bring together industry leaders, government agencies, and innovators to foster collaboration, drive growth, and explore sustainable energy opportunities,” said Dolly Jimayol, Organising Chairperson. “Our conference sessions will spotlight vital topics, from energy co-creation and local economic growth to ESG, CCS, circular economy frameworks, and Sabah’s future energy landscape shaped by technology, hydrogen, and carbon strategies.”
 

Conference and Exhibition Highlights
 

The 1.5-day business conference with some 500 conference delegates expected, will host expert speakers and panelists covering strategic areas such as:

• Collaboration & Co-creation in the energy expansion era

• Catalysing local economic growth

• The role of natural gas as a transition fuel

• Emergence of Blue Economy

• Sustainability pathways: ESG, Circular Economy, CCS

• The Energy Scenario for Sabah’s Future: Role of Technology, R&D, Hydrogen, and CO₂ Solutions

 

Complementing the conference is a 2-day exhibition, featuring 100 exhibiting companies from Sabah, Sarawak, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, China, Thailand, and Canada.

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PETRONAS, as the Main Exhibitor and Strategic Corporate Partner, leads the exhibitor line-up, joined by ConocoPhillips, Sabah Oil and Gas Development Corporation (SOGDC), Asian Supply Base, Amanah Raya Berhad, Labuan Chamber of Commerce, Legenda Bumimas, Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Services Council (MOGSC), Persatuan Kontraktor Petroliam Bumiputra Sabah (PKPBS), Energy Industries Council (EIC-APAC) and others.

 

Sponsors, Local and International Supports
 

SOGCE 2025 is supported by leading sponsors, and supporting organisations including:

• Sabah Energy Corporation & Asian Supply Base (Joint Diamond Sponsors)

• ConocoPhillips (Platinum Sponsor)

• Velesto Energy, Amanah Raya Trustees (Gold Sponsors)

• Yokogawa (Silver Sponsor)

• Technip, GAC, Deleum (Welcome Arch Sposors), Eternity Mode (Lanyards sponsor), SLB (Conference bags), and SOGDC (VIP Lunch Sponsor)

• Sabah Oil & Gas Service Council, PKPBS, MOGSC, LCC, EIC- APAC, Sabah Tourism Board, Sabah Convention Bureau, Invest Sabah Berhad, Malaysian Gas Association, Federation of Sabah Industries, The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (Supporting organisations)
   

SOGCE continued to be partnering with Daily Express as our Official Media Partner, besides Maps & Globe Specialist, WorldOils and Petromin.
 

More than 4,000 trade visitors are expected, reflecting continued growth in interest and investment in Sabah’s OGSE sector.
 

CSR, Youth, and Community Impact
 

SOGCE also champions talent development and social responsibility. In collaboration with the Society of Petroleum Engineers – Kuala Lumpur Section, the event will continue to feature youth and secondary school engagement programmes to inspire the next generation of energy professionals.
 

Additionally, the popular SOGCE Networking Golf, organised by MOGSC (Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Services Council), will continue in 2025, with proceeds supporting Sabah Cheshire Home and 3 other charitable causes. Since its inception in 2022, the golf event has supported Seri Mengasih Centre, Society of Hope Sabah, Sabah Society for the Blind, and Bukit Harapan, demonstrating our commitment to community welfare.
 

An Engine for Economic Development and Tourism
 

SOGCE contributes meaningfully to Sabah’s economic development—not only through industry collaboration but also through its role in boosting the Business Events tourism sector. With over 4,000 sqm of exhibition space this year—up from 3,000 sqm in 2024—the event showcases strong interest from local and international companies, particularly from Peninsular Malaysia.
 

“SOGCE offers Sabah-based OGSE players opportunities to engage directly with national and international stakeholders. It opens doors for partnerships, business ventures, and strengthens the local supply chain,” Dolly noted.

 

Open Invitation
 

Industry players, policymakers, academic institutions, entrepreneurs, and the public are invited to participate in SOGCE 2025. Registration is open for conference delegates and exhibition visitors.
 

SOGCE 2025 invites industry professionals, policymakers, academic institution, entrepreneurs, university & secondary students and the public to attend. Registration is open for conference delegates and exhibition visitors.

The exhibition is free and open to all, from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM on 3rd July, and 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM on 4th July 2025, at Kinabatangan Halls 1–3, Level 2, SICC.
 

“As the saying goes, knowledge cannot be stolen. By attending SOGCE, you gain invaluable insights and perspectives from local and international experts,” said Dolly Jimayol. “Let us continue working together to position Sabah as a model of sustainable energy excellence.”
 

For more information, visit: www.sabahoilandgas.com.my