Industrial Methane Measurement Conference & Exhibition – A critical event for the oil and gas sector

The 6th Industrial Methane Measurement Conference and Exhibition (IMMC 2027) is set to become a must-attend event for professionals across the oil and gas industry, bringing together operators, engineers, technology providers, and regulators to tackle one of the sector’s most pressing operational and environmental challenges: methane emissions. IMMC will take place in Dublin from the 21st-23rd September 2027.

For oil and gas companies, methane is more than an environmental issue—it represents lost product, operational inefficiency, regulatory risk, and increasing scrutiny from investors and stakeholders. As a primary component of natural gas, every undetected leak directly impacts revenue, while also contributing significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. With methane’s global warming potential far exceeding that of carbon dioxide over a 20-year period, reducing emissions has become both a commercial and strategic priority.

IMMC 2027 is specifically designed to address these challenges, with a strong focus on methane measurement in oil and gas operations. From upstream production sites and midstream infrastructure to downstream processing and LNG facilities, accurate detection and quantification are essential for identifying leaks, improving asset integrity, and ensuring compliance with tightening international regulations.

A key theme of the conference is the critical importance of measurement. You cannot manage what you cannot measure—and in the oil and gas sector, this is particularly true. Inaccurate or inconsistent methane data can lead to underreported emissions, regulatory penalties, and missed opportunities for recovery and efficiency gains. High-quality measurement enables operators to prioritise repairs, reduce fugitive emissions, and demonstrate transparency in ESG reporting.

The conference programme will explore the latest technologies and methodologies tailored to oil and gas applications, including continuous monitoring systems, optical gas imaging, laser-based detection, aerial surveillance, and satellite-based measurement. Sessions will address practical challenges such as measurement uncertainty, calibration, data validation, and integrating monitoring systems into existing operations.

In addition to technology, IMMC 2027 will examine the evolving regulatory landscape impacting the oil and gas sector. With increasing requirements from regional and international frameworks, companies must be prepared to meet stricter monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) standards. The event will provide insights into compliance strategies and how robust methane measurement can support both regulatory alignment and corporate sustainability goals.

Real-world case studies from across the oil and gas value chain will demonstrate how leading operators are successfully implementing methane measurement programmes to reduce emissions, improve efficiency, and enhance profitability. The role of digitalisation, AI-driven analytics, and data integration will also be explored, showing how advanced data insights can transform methane management from a compliance obligation into a competitive advantage.

Co-located with the 17th International CEM Conference & Exhibition on Air Quality and Emissions Monitoring, IMMC 2027 offers unparalleled access to a wider network of emissions monitoring expertise, technologies, and solutions relevant to the oil and gas industry.

For oil and gas professionals, IMMC 2027 is more than a conference—it is a strategic opportunity to stay ahead of regulation, reduce operational losses, and lead on methane emissions management. By focusing on accurate measurement, the industry can unlock both environmental and economic benefits while strengthening its role in the transition to a more sustainable energy future.