4th Biomass to Liquids Tech BTLtec Conference on 24-25 Sep 2009 in Graz

4th BTLtec Conference on 24-25 Sep 2009 in Graz

The conference explores global initiatives & race to commercialization for biomass to liquids technologies.

The 4th BTLtec conference will convene on 24-25 September 2009 in Graz, Austria.

Since 2007, BTLtec conferences have provided a comprehensive look at the Biomass-to-Liquids value chain. 4th BTLtec has evolved from its first event in Munich and feature a world-class panel of leading experts to share latest on BTL technology developments, project updates, government policies and feedstock issues.

4th BTLtec maps the landmark achievements in the industry, and marks the beginning of the race to commercialisation of next generation pyrolysis and gasification technologies. The conference also explores the latest thermochemical pathways for converting waste streams to liquids.


CMT's 4th BTLtec has lined up key experts who will share with you on

* Developments / Updates on UPM Kymmene & Xynergo's BTL project
* R & D efforts on pyrolisis & gasification technologies
* Flexible Carbon-to-Liquid process and feasibility studies
* Syngas cleaning for biorefinery integration and scale up efforts
* Exploring algae as the key pathway towards creating BTL fuels
* BTL fuels for future engine technologies
* Microchannel technology for distributed FT process

The conference will attract participation from biofuel project operators and developers, bio- refinery executives, gasification technology developers, biodiesel executives, feedstock developers, policy makers and Biomass-to-Liquids (BtL) pioneers from around the world.

You will network with:

- Renewable Energy Cos - Wastewater Mgt Cos - Industrial Gas Suppliers - Specialty Catalysts Cos - Biofuel Technology Cos - Oil & Gas Cos - Agro-processing and Wood Processing Cos, Pulp & Paper Mills - Agribusiness & Food Cos - Technology Providers for Gasification, Gasifier & Syngas Systems, New Compact Processes - Head of Energy ,Transport / Environmental Affairs Depts - Fuel Researchers - Automotive & Fuel Technology Specialists - Venture Capitalists

Participants will also have a bonus option to visit the Gussing BTL plant as part of the 4th BTLtec experience. The visit will serve to reinforce some of the key concepts and concerns addressed at the conference.

In order to know more about the conference, drop an email at jaime@cmtsp.com.sg to enquire about registration, media partnerships or sponsorship packages at the 4th BTLtec conference.

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* BTL Technology Developments
* Process Economics
* The BTL Challenge
* The Way Forward

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