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1 Argus Latin America Energy Week: Latin America Motor Fuels Conference May 25-26, 2017 Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Petroleum illuminating the markets Market Reporting Consulting Events Institutional Support:

Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference May 25-26, 2017 Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Latin American

Restructuring at Petrobras, market reforms in Mexico and Brazil and a new, protectionist US administration create massive

In its first year, the Argus Latin American Motor Fuels Conference aims to become the most prestigious event in the Latin American

Join us to hear a detailed analysis of the market outlook for gasoline, diesel, ethanol and biodiesel in the region.

Latin America, the conference offers participants a unique opportunity to gain a better understanding of the industry while

Dont miss the chance to network with national and international market players in the industry and gain greater visibility to

2 Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference May 25-26, 2017 Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Latin American motor fuels markets are more dynamic than ever before. Restructuring at Petrobras, market reforms in Mexico and Brazil and a new, protectionist US administration create massive uncertainty and opportunity. In its first year, the Argus Latin American Motor Fuels Conference aims to become the most prestigious event in the Latin American refined products industry and brings together renowned leaders who influence this sector. Join us to hear a detailed analysis of the market outlook for gasoline, diesel, ethanol and biodiesel in the region. Located in the charming city of Rio de Janeiro and covering a broad range of topics about all areas of clean and renewable fuels in Latin America, the conference offers participants a unique opportunity to gain a better understanding of the industry while conducting business with other peers. Dont miss the chance to network with national and international market players in the industry and gain greater visibility to position your company strategically for success. Connect with us to build the ideal sponsorship or exhibit package today! Showcase your brand in front of hundreds of industry decision makers. Argus can build a cusomized package that fits your budget and business needs. Contact us today! sponsorship@argusmedia.com Petroleum illuminating the markets Market Reporting Consulting Petroleum Coal Natural Gas/LNG Power Transportation Bioenergy Emissions LPG/NGL Fertilizers Petrochemicals Metals Events

Agenda: Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference Thursday, May 25 th 09:00-10:00 Registration and Continental Breakfast 10:00-10:30 Keynote Session 10:30-11:30 Session 1: Analysis of Trends and

3 Agenda: Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference Thursday, May 25 th 09:00-10:00 Registration and Continental Breakfast 10:00-10:30 Keynote Session 10:30-11:30 Session 1: Analysis of Trends and Perspectives in the Global Products Markets Overview of global supply/demand balance: How will world economic activity fare over the next five years and what are the likely impacts on global refining? Simple vs complex refineries who is doing better amid the current crude oversupply and what does the future hold for them? Robert Campbell, Head of Oil Products Research, Energy Aspects An in-depth look at China s and India s refining sector and their demand for crude oil: Is China well-placed to supply the West Coast of the Americas? Chandra Dev Singh, Head-Derivatives Desk, Risk Management, International Trade, BPCL - Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Middle East: How is this key producing region preparing to deal with growing local demand for refined products and to diversify away from crude production? Adi Imsirovic, Head of Oil Trading, Gazprom Regulation: How is the refining industry getting ready for the IMO s decision to cap marine-fuel sulphur emissions? Is the global refining industry capable of producing enough compliant bunker fuel by 2020? Who will invest in upgraded units? What are the expected regional disparities in compliant bunker fuel and will these open arbitrage opportunities for fuel oil? What are the implications for shipowners are they moving to switch to lower-sulphur fuel/middle distillates rather than install scrubbing technology? Is LNG a viable alternative considering the existing/planned infrastructure? Ed Arnold, Senior Consultant, Argus 11:30-12:00 Coffee Break 12:30-13:00 Session 2: Panel Discussion Interactive discussion with key global refiners from India, China, US, Latin America and Europe on their perspectives about the market. 13:00-15:00 Networking Lunch Don't wait! Register today to secure your spot Visit argusmedia.com/latin-america-motor-fuels argusmedia.com Argus Rio Crude Conference May, 2017

Agenda: Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference 15:00-16:00 Session 3: Market Dynamics in the Americas Refining Industry Understanding Latin America Refineries: How are Latin American refineries

What are the main challenges for them regarding logistics and regulation?

How has the surge in US crude production impacted trading flows of products in and out of the country and what lies ahead?

4 Agenda: Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference 15:00-16:00 Session 3: Market Dynamics in the Americas Refining Industry Understanding Latin America Refineries: How are Latin American refineries dealing with lower crude prices and supply overcapacity? Is the economic crisis impacting expansion and construction of new refineries in the region? What are the main challenges for them regarding logistics and regulation? Edgard Ramirez, CEO, Latin Energy An in-depth look at the US refining sector: The path from an importer to an exporter of refined products. How has the surge in US crude production impacted trading flows of products in and out of the country and what lies ahead? How do US refineries compare with the ones in Latin America and which ones are better placed to compete for market share in the region? Naomi Esfahani, Market Analysis & Research, Suncor Energy Marketing Inc Mexico: How will the Mexican Energy Reform impact the country s and the region s refined products industries in the coming years? 16:30-17:30 Session 4: Clean Fuels Clean fuels supply in Latin America: Which local refiners leading the race for better margins amid seesawing crude prices and stronger products demand? How have the changes in the Brazilian market impacted trade flows and pricing for gasoline and diesel and what are the implications for its neighboring countries? Aakash Doshi, Director, Commodities, Citi Brazil: How have changes in the Brazilian market impacted trading flows and pricing for gasoline and diesel and what are the implications for its neighboring countries? The logistics of bringing gasoline and diesel to endusers in Latin America: How is the region tackling existing infrastructure bottlenecks and can the challenges be turned into investment opportunities? Carlos Yamamoto, CEO, Yamamoto Consulting 17:30-19:30 Networking Reception and Exhibits Alfonso Martin-Fernandez, Oil Trading/Latin America Business Development, Bank of America Merrill Lynch 16:00-16:30 Break argusmedia.com Argus Rio Crude Conference May, 2017

Agenda: Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference Friday, May 26 th 09:00-10:00 Continental Breakfast and Exhibits 10:00-11:00 Session 5: Biofuels Part 1 The US biofuels market in the Trump era:

Argentinian biodiesel: First as a tragedy, then as farce: how the two main biodiesel consuming markets (US and EU) closed their door to Argentinian product.

5 Agenda: Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference Friday, May 26 th 09:00-10:00 Continental Breakfast and Exhibits 10:00-11:00 Session 5: Biofuels Part 1 The US biofuels market in the Trump era: What to expect from the new US government in terms of ethanol/ biodiesel mandates and how this could impact trading flows to/from Latin America Leonardo Vieira, Ethanol Trading Manager, CHS Argentinian biodiesel: First as a tragedy, then as farce: how the two main biodiesel consuming markets (US and EU) closed their door to Argentinian product. Is there a future for Argentinian exports to the US without the $1 Biodiesel Tax Credit? Crude oil prices scenarios and their implications for discretionary blending in global markets Alfredo Langesfeld, Managing Director, GEA Biodiesel Brazilian biodiesel: What lies ahead for local producers, and can exports ever materialize? 11:30-12:30 Session 6: Biofuels Part 2 The future of ethanol at a time of rising protectionism: An overview of global supply, demand and trading flows and the challenges that producers and consumers are facing Panel Discussion - Brazilian ethanol: Can Brazil recover its position of net biofuel exporter? Ethanol and sugar prices are rising, cheap mills are up for grabs: where are the investors and what can be done to attract them? Fernando Hayoshi, Head of Ethanol Trading, Copersucar Bruno Cestaro, Trader, Delta Energia Clayton Melo, Commercial Director, FS Bioenergia Eduardo Puertas, Head of Ethanol, ED&F Man 12:30-13:30 Forum: Clean Fuels Pricing How Argus Assesses Clean Fuels Prices in the Americas John Demopoulos, Vice President North American Refined Products, Argus Daniel Amaral, Economics Manager, Abiove 11:00-11:30 Break Bring your colleagues! For group rates and multi-event discounts, contact us at conferencesales@argusmedia.com argusmedia.com Argus Rio Crude Conference May, 2017

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6 Argus Latin America Energy Week May 22-26, 2017 Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort Rio de Janeiro, Brazil One week, two events, hundreds of senior-level industry professionals and the market insight you can only get from Argus! Argus Rio Crude Conference May argusmedia.com/rcc Argus Latin America Motor Fuels Conference May argusmedia.com/latin-america-motor-fuels

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