CANADIAN PETROCHEMICAL INDUSTRY LEADERS GATHER NOVEMBER 1-2 IN EDMONTON TO DISCUSS CURRENT AND FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENERGY DIVERSIFICATION

CALGARY, AB--(Marketwired - August 10, 2016) - dmg::events (Canada) inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of DMGT (Daily Mail Group & Trust plc), is pleased to announce the launch of of PetroChem Canada 2016, November 1 and 2, 2016 at the Shaw Conference Centre in Edmonton, Alberta.

The inaugural two-day PetroChem Canada conference will provide leaders in the petrochemical industry the opportunity to share ideas, promote diversification and investment, and work together to create the best possible competitive advantage for Canada in the world markets.

"PetroChem Canada delegates will hear from industry leaders, decision-makers and key stakeholders on topics ranging from the global petrochemical outlook, market access opportunities and challenges, regulatory considerations, policy updates, and attracting investment," says Sarah Campbell, Conference Producer, dmg::events.

"The conference will gather industry to discuss the future of Canada's vibrant petrochemical industry which creates long term stable jobs and diversification of the energy sector," says Ed Gibbons, Councillor, City of Edmonton; Board Chair, Alberta's Industrial Heartland Association; and Honourary Chair of PetroChem Canada.

Increased activity in Alberta surrounding petrochemical manufacturing includes the Petrochemicals Diversification Program announced on February 1st 2016, has spurred interest in the development of new Alberta petrochemical facilities by providing up to $500 million in incentives through royalty credits. The program initially garnered 16 applications representing more than $20 billion in potential new investment interest in Alberta's petrochemical industry. Winning bids are expected to be announced later in 2016.

"Our events bring more than one hundred thousand industry leaders, suppliers and stakeholders together annually across Canada," says Nick Samain, VP, dmg::events. "We are thrilled to add a leading petrochemical conference into our portfolio of events supporting greater diversification of Canada's energy industry".

To view the conference program or to register to attend visit www.petrochemcanada.com.

About PetroChem Canada

Petrochem Canada 2016 brings together senior industry leaders with government officials, investors and regional development representatives in Canada's premier event for the petrochemical industry. Held November 1-2, 2016 in Edmonton, Alberta, the two day conference will discuss how to attract global capital investment to the region, current incentives to build, and the need for government policies to support diversification in the market.

For more information visit www.petrochemcanada.com.

About dmg events

dmg events is the name behind many of the largest energy events in the world, such as Global Petroleum Show (Calgary, Canada); ADIPEC (Abu Dhabi, UAE); International Pipeline Exposition (Calgary, Canada); Heavy Oil Latin America Conference & Exhibition (Mexico); Oil Sands Trade Show & Conference (Fort McMurray, Canada); and Gastech (Japan). Headquartered in London, UK with offices in key locations including Calgary, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; Houston, Texas; and Dallas, Texas; dmg events brings more than 100 years' experience in organizing exhibitions and conferences around the world.

For more information visit www.dmgevents.com.

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