IPTC Sponsoring Societies
The American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
AAPG, founded in 1917, has been a pillar of the world-wide scientific community. The original purpose of AAPG, to foster scientific research, to advance the science of geology, to promote technology, and to inspire high professional conduct, still guides the Association today. Currently the world?s largest professional geological society with over 30,000 members, AAPG provides publications, conferences, and educational opportunities to geoscientists and disseminates the most current geological information available to the general public. For more information visit the AAPG website www.aapg.org. Download a fact sheet.
The European Association of Geoscientists & Engineers (EAGE)
EAGE is a professional society with a worldwide membership of more than 10,000 members providing a global network of commercial and academic professionals to all members. The association is truly multi-disciplinary and international in form and pursuits. The objective is to promote the development and application of geosciences and related engineering subjects and this is achieved through publications, conferences, workshops, education programmes and exhibitions. EAGE has offices in Europe, Russia and the Middle East. For more information visit the EAGE website at www.eage.org. Download a fact sheet.
The Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG)
SEG is a not-for-profit association that promotes the science of geophysics and the education of applied geophysicists. SEG, founded in 1930, fosters the expert and ethical practice of geophysics in the exploration and development of natural resources, in characterizing the new surface, and in mitigating earth hazards. The Soceity, which has more than 33,000 members in 138 countries, fulfills its mission through its publications, conferences, forums, websites, and the educational opportunities. For more information visit the SEG website at www.seg.org. Download a fact sheet.
The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)
SPE is a not-for-profit professional association whose members are engaged in energy resources development and productions. SPE serves 92,000-plus members in 117 countries worldwide. SPE is a key resource for technical knowledge related to the oil and gas exploration and production industry and provides services through its publications, conferences, workshops, forums and website at www.spe.org. Download a fact sheet.
