MEET OUR KEYNOTE SPEAKERS!


The Fifth EAGE Marine Acquisition Workshop will open with keynote presentations delivered by distinguished experts at the forefront of their disciplines. Each keynote will set the stage for each of the workshop’s topics, offering critical insights and the latest advancements to spark in-depth discussion and collaboration.


Peter Whiting

Executive VP of the global Geoscience business at Viridien

Keynote: The accelerating role of geoscience technology in exploration and production performance.

Peter is the Executive VP in charge of the global Geoscience business at Viridien. Trained as an Applied Mathematician / Geophysicist (Ph.D. from The University of Sydney) with extensive experience in seismic data processing, his career has included many positions covering R&D, management of technology development, software development and management of business activities. After starting his career in his native Australia, he has had postings in Singapore, the USA, France and now the UK. 

The Geoscience business at Viridien is exciting and varied, with important information being extracted from huge amounts of data (seismic, multi-physics, satellite, geology, drilling, engineering, production) using vast amounts of specialised HPC to apply sophisticated scientific algorithms and AI/ML. The high-quality information extracted allows our clients to act safely and successfully. 

Peter is passionate about the sensible application of science to solve business problems of the world today.




Carsten Haagensen

President of Data Services at Ocean Infinity   

Keynote: Transforming seabed seismic: How Ocean Infinity’s DNA is redefining what’s possible.

Carsten Haagensen is an experienced executive with over 20 years of experience spanning the maritime, oil and gas (O&G), and tech/SaaS industries. Amongst others he worked with Accenture, Maersk and had two companies of his own. 

Carsten holds an MBA from Copenhagen Business School and has completed leadership programs at Harvard Business School, IMD and London Business School. With expertise in international business development, strategy, market developments, customer relationship management, innovation and turnaround strategies. 

Currently working as the President of Data Services at Ocean Infinity, Carsten was drawn to the company’s bold mission to revolutionise one of the world’s most traditional industries through cutting-edge technology, a highly engaged workforce, and an ambitious vision for redefining the way we use and protect our oceans.


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