(St. John’s, NL – June 4, 2026) The Energy NL Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026 concluded today following three days of productive discussions on the global energy industry and the significant impact the Newfoundland and Labrador energy industry will play in this evolving energy dynamic.
The final day began with an address from the Honourable Lloyd Parrott, Minister of Energy and Mines, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, who reiterated government’s strong commitment to Newfoundland and Labrador’s energy industry and spoke to the important role the province can play in the global energy landscape – highlighting our world-class resources, skilled workforce, and growing opportunity to supply responsibly produced energy to international markets.
Kirk Goobie, Vice President East Coast, Suncor Energy shared information on their latest activities offshore Newfoundland and Labrador and Gail Randell, VP of Major Projects for Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro, provided members with an overview of the capital works planned by the utility.
Attendees also heard from a wide range of leaders and experts representing offshore oil and gas, renewable energy, hydrogen development, and the broader energy supply and service sector. Discussions were frank, insightful, and forward-looking, highlighting both the importance of collaboration and the significant opportunities ahead for the province.
The conference concluded with keynote lunch speaker Elizabeth Wademan, President and CEO of Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV), which manages the Government of Canada 8.5% share of Hibernia. Elizabeth spoke about Canada’s long-term energy competitiveness and how Newfoundland and Labrador can help the country take advantage of the moment.
“The Energy NL Conference & Exhibition 2026 was an incredible success and I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the hundreds of Energy NL members and delegates who attended, along with the outstanding speakers whose insight and expertise shaped our discussions. I would also like to recognize our sponsors, exhibitors, and volunteers, for their incredible support. A special thank you goes to our Conference Committee for developing a thoughtful and impactful agenda which reflected the key opportunities and challenges facing our industry. Their experience, leadership, and contributions throughout the planning process were invaluable and we are grateful to both them and their organizations for continuing to support Energy NL.”
- Richard Mandeville, Conference Chair
Members of the Energy NL Conference & Exhibition 2026 Conference Committee were:
- Brad Forsey, The Cahill Group
- Marc George, Equinor
- Richard Mandeville, Yeomanry Consulting Inc.
- Joanne McNeil, Halliburton
- Peter Miles, North Atlantic Group of Companies
- Stanley Oliver, Labrador North Chamber of Commerce
- Walter Parsons, Rising Edge Group
- Jill Piccott, CAPP
“Over the past three days we have heard thoughtful discussions on the important issues facing our industry, including local content, global energy demand and energy security, regulatory certainty, Indigenous involvement, project development, emissions reduction, and the evolving role of Newfoundland and Labrador in supplying responsibly produced energy to the world. What remains clear is that Newfoundland and Labrador is exceptionally well positioned to be a global leader in lower carbon energy supply. I look forward to building on the momentum of this week and striving to reach our potential, and to planning for our next conference which will also help us recognize 50 years of Energy NL.”
- Charlene Johnson, Energy NL CEO
Energy NL represents approximately 500 member organizations worldwide which are involved in the energy sector. Members are active in all areas of the supply and service sector and include a diverse representation of businesses that range from offshore supply vessels and helicopters, carbon reduction and sustainable technologies, health and safety equipment and training, engineering solutions and fabricators to law firms and human resource agencies.
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