West Coast Fuel Supply & Transportation Opportunities
May 9-10, 2018 | Napa Valley, CA | Silverado Resort & Spa
West Coast Fuel Supply & Transportation Opportunities
May 9-10, 2018 | Napa Valley, CA | Silverado Resort & Spa
Bob Espey, President and CEO – Parkland Fuel Corporation
Canada’s largest fuel marketer and one of the fastest growing in North America has designs on more U.S. markets. Besides a strong presence in in Western Canada, as well as previous acquisitions that brought access to Northern Tier sates its 2017 acquisition of Chevron Canada R & M included a key refinery in Burnaby British Columbia. Along with three terminals Parkland could become a player in Western Petroleum markets.
Walter Zimmermann, Vice President – ICAP
By looking at price action and historical patterns, noted technical analyst Walter Zimmermann can identify when markets are in a bubble, oversold or stuck in a trading pattern. Can the same principles be applied to Los Angeles gasoline and diesel prices? Zimmermann will see if West Coast spot markets have any similarities to futures. BONUS: an additional technical forecast of RBOB and ULSD futures.
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Mario Rodriguez, President and CEO – NTR Partners
A nimble company that knows that landscape of California from an asset and regulatory standpoint can make it work. However, the tough regulatory environment of the Golden State can put a scare into anyone in the hydrocarbon world. With a vast knowledge of the California landscape and experience as the CEO of a refining company, Mario Rodriguez outlines the opportunities that California assets can offer.
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Andy Lipow, President – Lipow Oil Associates
From crude oil to refined products, product flows are changing. U.S. exports of both crude oil and products are on the rise. What does it mean for the West Coast markets? OPIS conference favorite Andy Lipow breaks down how the changes in supplies, imports and exports impact the West Coast markets.
Kevin Lindemer, Managing Director, Oil Markets & Downstream Consulting – IHS Markit
LCFS credits have blown past some of the more recent highs and projections point to even higher credit prices. Adjustments to the LCFS keeps the need for players in the region to stay on top of the program changes, hear some of the latest forecasts for what price credits may do in 2018 and beyond.
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Gordon D. Schremp, Energy Commission Specialist III – California Energy Commission (CEC)
Renewable fuels undoubtedly have an impact on fossil fuels on the West Coast. However, there could be a symbiotic relationship as renewable natural gas (RNG) could be a product that makes a huge splash in transportation fuels to replace CNG and to help power refineries. RNG can be a panacea for a refiner’s stationary obligation under cap and trade. A bonus in that it RNG generates a D3 RIN credit.
Richard Nelson, Associate – Nazzaro Group
Dan Burns, Western Region Sales Manager – Renewable Energy Group (REG)
The LCFS program is demanding more from marketers and biodiesel could be one of the catalysts that could help not just with compliance but growth as well. Truck stops, fleets and some marketers have found success in using NOx mitigation additives that are available to allow biodiesel blends that go beyond the seasonal 5-10% allowances to as much as 20%. Can your business benefit from higher biodiesel blends? Richard Nelson of the Nazzaro Group will address the opportunities that lie in higher biodiesel blends.
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The North Course is one of two championship golf courses at Silverado Resort. Redesigned by PGA Hall of Famer Johnny Miller, the North Course feature dozens of water crossings, elevation changes and routing through historic oak trees. For the novice and the golfer who’s perpetually working on their game, this is an amazing way to spend a morning in the heart of the Wine Country. Check out the score card and yardage here.
Two remarkable Napa Valley Wineries will host a tasting bar where you will experience some of the best wine available in the valley. In addition to wine tasting, you will enjoy a private tasting-bar featuring delectable California olive oils. Hosted by a representative from a local olive oil company who will share their unique history and answer questions on the olive oil making process.
