Developer Blames FERC For Delay of Proposed LNG Terminal in Fundy

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Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street, NE Room 1A Washington, DC 20426 eFiled on 2013 September 25 Re: Downeast LNG, Docket Nos. CP07-52-000, CP07-53-000, and CP07-53-001 Downeast LNG Falsely Blames US Government at Canada LNG Export Forum Dear Ms. Bose, Save Passamaquoddy Bay is concerned that Downeast LNG president Dean Girdis, to and in a foreign country, has falsely and publicly blamed the US federal permitting process for Downeast LNGs own permitting failings. Girdis was a panel presenter at the Canada LNG Export Forum that was held on 2013 September 1719 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. (Gidis is listed in the attached PDF le of the forum brochure, 02_Canada-LNG-Export-Brochure-Sep13.pdf, and website, 03_Dean_Girdis-Canada_LNG_Export that is partially included, below).
Dean Girdis
CEO, Downeast LNG
Biography
Dean Girdis is President of Downeast LNG, which he founded in the Spring of 2004. He manages project development, finance, commercial contracts, gas marketing, and LNG supply acquisition. .
The Calgary Herald, the Canadian Press, and other sources, reported Girdiss nationwide anti-safety, anti-regulatory permitting-condemnation remarks in Canada... " Calgary Herald, Calgary, Alberta, 2013 Sep 19 http://www.calgaryherald.com/business/Canadian+faces+race+access+markets/89293 34/story.html An American LNG facility developer on the panel said U.S. developers face a tougher regulatory burden than Canadians, because of the lack of political support for exporting natural gas and related opposition from those who dislike hydraulic fracturing or fracking needed to develop the shale gas plays that have created the gas surplus. Time is what kills projects, said CEO Dean Girdis of Downeast LNG, adding: Trust me, you do not want to do one in the States. Girdis said he founded Downeast in 2004 to import LNG to Maine because the U.S. was short of gas at the time. He said Downeast applied for permission from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to build the project in 2005 and, seven and a half years later, despite having no major problems identied, he still has not been issued a nal environmental impact statement. He said hes optimistic permission will come this winter. "Downeast LNG will evaluate the LNG market once we receive our import authorization from FERC and determine our next steps," he said.
" Calgary Herald, Calgary, Alberta, 2013 Sep 18 http://www.calgaryherald.com/business/energy/export+capablity+crucial+Canada+for mer+cabinet+minister/8928957/story.html " The Record, Kitchener, Ontario, 2013 Sep 18 http://www.therecord.com/news-story/4087110-window-of-opportunity-could-close-oncanadian-natural-gas-exports-experts-warn/ " The Vancouver Sun, Vancouver, British Columbia, 2013 Sep 18 http://www.vancouversun.com/business/energy/export+capablity+crucial+Canada+for mer+cabinet+minister/8928957/story.html?__lsa=3a88-f759 " Driving.ca, 2013 Sep 18 http://www.driving.ca/Boom+towns+could+resources+municipalities/8931587/story.ht ml 2
" FreeNewsPos.com, 2013 Sep 19 http://www.freenewspos.com/news/article/f/264952/business/boom-towns-could-tax-re sources-b-c-municipalities Girdis untruthfully disparaged the US permitting safety and regulatory processes an affront to FERCs role as a safety regulator to energy industry participants in a foreign country. His derogatory remarks were in a manner similar to his complaints about the Maine Board of Environmental Protection permitting process when his project was failing that process. Girdis is well aware that his drawn-out permitting at FERC and total withdrawal from State of Maine permitting is principally due to his own poor site selection and safety and environmental failings. It is also noteworthy that Girdiss remarks in the September 19 Calgary Herald article, recognize US natural gas resource abundance; in effect, he has admitted Downeast LNGs lack of public interest. Downeast LNG has been attempting to develop its project for nine years, has been in the federal permitting process now for six years, and continues to abuse FERC deadlines and requests for data. Save Passamaquoddy Bay urges FERC to consider Girdiss abusive remarks and noncompliance in dismissing or denying Downeast LNGs application permits. Very truly, Robert Godfrey Researcher & Webmaster CC:" " " " " " Sen. Angus King Sen. Susan Collins Rep. Mike Michaud Rep. Chellie Pingree Rebecca Boucher, Esq. Service List
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08:30 Registration and Coffee 09:00 Chairpersons Welcome and Opening Remarks Bill Cooper, President, Center for LNG }} Reviewing industry and government collaboration to develop frameworks for the industry to operate Regulations for health and safety Skills competency recognition framework Skills investment Public/private partnership Delivery of quality training to workforces MODERATOR:
09:10 Keynote Address Rupert Potter, Consul General, British Consul-General, Alberta Natural Gas Where to Vancouver from Here?
Mike Ekelund, Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategic Initiatives Division, Alberta Energy SPEAKERS: Rose Klukas, Economic Development Officer, District of Kitimat Byng Giraud, Vice President Corporate Affairs, Woodfibre Natural Gas Limited Derek Thomas, Director, Strategic Technologies & Partnerships, AG&P Manley McLachlan, President, BC Construction Association
09:20 Industry Panel Discussion Capitalizing on LNG Export whilst Promoting a Sustainable Economy
}} Taking a deeper dive into Canadas economic development and how this can drive LNG export forward }} Assessing the short and long term economic and social impacts in order to prepare for a sustainable economy }} What can be put in place to mitigate the negative impacts on the environment? Pushing Green LNG plants to the forefront: -- How can powered LNG facilities minimize environmental impacts, reduce community concerns and meet climate objectives? Ascertaining alternative green options for monetizing LNG: -- Electricity markets -- Fuel for transport -- To what extent can this affect the future of mobile transportation? }} Managing public perceptions of the role of LNG export within the community Identifying the benefits of a sustainable hydrocarbon economy: increased healthcare, education, affordable housing and industrialization }} Enabling local manufacturing to increase job creation and reduce production costs What is the forecast for LNG projects in direct relation to job generation for the community? Uncovering how joint ventures with foreign investors can enhance opportunities for high local content and strengthen local growth }} Exploring the relevance of workforce planning to manage peaks and troughs of the oil and gas sectors
10:50 Networking Break
11:30 Regulatory Panel Discussion An Outlook on Todays Energy Legislation, Policies and Regulatory Processes
}} Uncovering the current energy framework in consideration of: National security Energy security Economic impact Public interest Environmental protection -- Gaining insight to the BC Environmental Process -- Collaborating with the public to assess the environmental impacts projects may have -- Setting a clear policy framework for environmental and ecological requirements }} What effect do the current regulatory processes have on the proposed projects? }} How many LNG export projects will Canadian regulators eventually give approval to? What is the forecast for the overall approved volume of export by 2020? }} How much competitive advantage can be gained with the capping of US export projects? To what extent will Canadian projects be impacted if restrictions are not put in place?

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SPEAKERS: Paul Jeakins, Commissioner & CEO, BC Oil & Gas Commission Karen Morton, Director, Energy Trade, Strategy and Analysis Business Unit, National Energy Board Trish Balcaen, Executive Project Director, Oil and Gas, BC Environmental Assessment Office }} Establishing the cumulative impact LNG export projects have on communities in terms of: Native land title rights -- How can agreements for pipeline rights of way be expedited? Fracking Stakeholder consultations Approval process }} To what extent can creating an energy corridor be the answer to direct access to Asian markets? Securing an equity role Creating employment opportunities for the communities Establishing a position of control }} Striking a balance between community needs and economic prosperity Evaluating what is environmentally and economically acceptable for the indigenous communities Ensuring ownership of land through commercial transactions Enabling access to Asian markets to accelerate the countrys economic growth }} A specific example of a successful partnership The Haisla First Nation story Speakers: Krishnan Suthanthiran, Founder and President, Kitsault Energy Jean Paul Gladu, President & CEO, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Duncan Wilson, VP Corporate Social Responsibility, Port Metro Ellis Ross, Chief Councillor, Haisla First Nation * Speakers: Peter Hansen, CEO, Oregon LNG William P. Gwozd, P.Eng., Senior Vice President, Gas Services, Ziff Energy Lisa Tonery, Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright 14:40 NETWORKING BREAK
12:10 Networking Lunch Hosted by
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13:40 Norton Rose Fulbright Feature Session Comparing US and Canadian LNG Projects - Are They Competing with Each Other?
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16:30 Deloitte Panel Discussion Working with First Nations to Help Manage Wealth and Corporate Strategy
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15:20 Stakeholder Panel Discussion Aligning Goals with Aboriginal Communities and Businesses to Foster Long Term, Mutually Beneficial Partnerships
}} Identifying and responding to the key interests of the Aboriginal communities and businesses What criteria do they look for in projects in order to lend their support?
FORUM DAY ONE: WEDNESDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2013

08:30 Registration and Coffee 09:00 Chairpersons Welcome and Opening Remarks Bill Cooper, President, Center for LNG }} With time being of the essence, will regulatory processes pick up speed quickly enough for Canadian exporters to join the race during the limited window of opportunity? Moderator: Paul Sullivan, Director of Global LNG and FLNG, WorleyParsons Group Speakers: Guy Broggi, Senior Advisor, LNG, Total Gas & Power Shinji Fujino, Director General, Business Strategy, Oil & Gas Upstream Business, JOGMEC Jeff Tonken, President & CEO, Birchcliff Energy Ltd Dean Girdis, CEO, Downeast LNG Kenneth Gee, Vice President Western Canada Marketing & Origination, BP Canada Zoe Anderson, Manager, Market Analytics and Fundamentals, BP Canada 11:00 Networking Break
09:10 Keynote Address

Winning the LNG Future for Canada
}} Exploring the advantages of LNG export in Canada vs. the US and Australian suppliers What factors give Canadian producers competitive edge to export LNG to Asian markets? }} What are the implications of failing to reorient Canadian energy trade from the US? }} Fostering a public dialogue to maintain open communication lines Creating an open platform for assessing the environmental and social pros and cons for the development of energy infrastructure Hon. Perrin Beatty, President & CEO, Canadian Chamber of Commerce
09:30 Global Panel Discussion Exploring the Viability of Spearheading Canada as a World Leading LNG Exporter
}} Reviewing the key issues facing Canadian natural gas producers Uncovering the long term need to develop export projects }} Factoring in the advantages for Canadian suppliers: Proximity to market Cheaper transportation costs -- In terms of cost, how much difference does bypassing the Panama Canal really make? }} Gaining a better understanding of the unknown variables which will impact projects: Can Western Canadian producers compete with the US in supplying gas to their Eastern counterparts? Evaluating the current gas price differential between the North American and Asian markets -- How feasible is it, given the proposed capital costs, for Canadian exporters to link pricing to Henry Hub or AECO? -- Are oil indexed contract prices the only option for Canadian exporters to remain in the game? Which key countries will Canada be going head-tohead with in terms of supply? -- With a stream of proposed projects and fierce worldwide competition, is the industry headed for a glut in the market? If export taxes are introduced, will these projects remain competitive? -- To what extent is the government considering implementation of a tax relief for suppliers?
11:40
Foreign Investment Panel Discussion Enhancing the Current Regulatory Landscape for Continued Investments and Economic Growth
}} Highlighting the Investment Canada Act How does this policy support foreign investment? }} Weighing the advantages and constraints of acquiring Canadian energy assets }} Examining the levels of Corporate Social Responsibility foreign investors are expected to maintain }} What regulatory and licensing hurdles may foreign investors encounter? What are the key implications this may have on future investments? }} Comparing Canadian and US policies on foreign investment in energy infrastructure Will common national security interests to the North Korean crisis lead to improved diplomatic ties and economic trade between China and the US? -- To what extent may this positively impact Chinas outlook for investments in North American LNG? }} What measures can be implemented to increase investor confidence and incite further funding? }} Determining the commercial landscape for the next investors - Who are the most likely candidates? }} Defining the objectives and needs of both regulators and investors alike to foster long term alliances and boost Canadas energy industry Moderator: John P. Carleton, Senior Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright

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Speakers: Shinya Miyazaki, CEO, Diamond Gas Management Canada Ltd (subsidiary of Mitsubishi Corporation) Tony Kay, Consul General, British Consul-General, Calgary Minimal social and environmental disruption during the construction phase Long term operations and maintenance Optimal workforce execution Derek with Joseph M. Sigelman, Chairman, AG&P 15:30 Networking Break

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16:10 Wison Offshore& Marine Session The Emergence of Mid-Scale Barge Based LNG Plants
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14:20 Project Risk Mitigation Panel Discussion

Major Capital Risk and Mitigation for LNG Projects
Risk mitigation needs to be implemented within project finance to increase investment safety and stakeholder confidence. This panel will examine aspects of LNG development from the following perspectives: }} Understanding risk mitigation in engineering, construction and operation }} Evaluating environmental perspectives and the social license to operate }} Reviewing the Canadian landscape for the cost and scheduling of these major capital projects }} Identifying the factors to consider in the global race to LNG success MODERATOR: Kasey Fukada, Head of Investment Banking, Western Canada, Citibank Canada Speakers: Guy Lembach, Advisor and National Lead, Capital Projects Practice, Deloitte Jim Brittain, Vice President Operations and General Manager, Fluor James W. Frolich, Global Leader, LNG, Golder Associates Ltd.
16:30 Different Shades of Green Developing of Greenfield Projects for Export

}} Examining the key challenges Greenfield projects face in terms of permit approvals, terrain, available technology and labor }} Gaining insight to the development of Greenfield projects in Canada How viable is it to consolidate developments, rather than have multiple projects constructed within the same timeframe? Todd Peterson, Advisor, LNG Projects, Itochu Group
17:00 Gaining a Deeper Understanding of Shale Gas and its Role in the Global Marketplace
Dr Mitchell Baer, Director, Office of Oil and Gas Analysis, US Department of Energy 17:30 Chairpersons Closing Remarks 17:40 End of Day One Cocktail Networking Drinks Reception Hosted by Welcome Address: Derek Thomas, Director, Strategic Technologies & Partnerships, AG&P
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AG&P Session Gaining Insight to ModstructionTM Integrated Modular Construction for Reduced Project Execution Risk
}} Implementing modular construction strategies for export projects to achieve: Predictable, cost effective and timely outcomes
FORUM DAY TWO: THURSDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 2013

08:30 Registration and Coffee
09:00 Chairpersons Welcome and Opening Remarks Bill Cooper, President, Center for LNG
Speakers: Shinji Fujino, Director General, Business Strategy, Oil & Gas Upstream Business, JOGMEC Jose B. T. Aldon, Managing Director & CEO, AXI LNGAS Inc.

The Honourable Joe Oliver, Canadas Minister of Natural Resources
10:30 Keynote Address Potential for Canada Becoming an LNG Supply Source for Japan Japans Perspective
Noriyoshi Torigoe, Executive Officer, Americas, Japan Bank for International Cooperation
09:10 Keynote Address Tokyo Gas Vision 2020 and Our Challenge
Kunio Nohata, Executive Officer & Senior General Manager of Gas Resources, Tokyo Gas Co. Ltd
09:50 Asian Buyers Keynote Panel Connecting the Producers to Consumers - Gauging Canadas Appeal as a Viable Market for Asian Buyers
}} Evaluating the key criteria of Asian buyers when considering imports: Portfolio diversification Security of supply Political stability Infrastructure development Contract structure and pricing }} How are customers currently protecting themselves from price spikes? }} What are their proposed solutions for a fair pricing mechanism in terms of: Henry Hub pricing Liquefaction margin Transportation fees }} Measuring the footprint of Asian buyers in Canada today: Acquisition of underlying reserves Current partnerships with Canadian producers }} What advantages and disadvantages do investors see in working with integrated energy companies as opposed to relying on multiple players along the supply chain? }} Why are potential buyers seeking gas from Canada as opposed to other competitive countries? }} Which leading Asian Pacific buyers are looking to further diversify their supply to include Canada? }} Specific examples from the leading global consumers Moderator: Beverley Pao, Audit Partner and Co-National Leader Chinese Services Group, Deloitte
11:25
GTT Session How the Membrane Full Integrity LNG Tank can Reduce Footprint and Increase Local Content in BC
}} Understanding the comprehensive design-build concept for LNG storage tanks and technical challenges }} Increasing the interest of local content by building a LNG tank using a membrane full integrity system }} Placing a special focus on carbon footprint reduction and cost and schedule saving Adnan Ezzarhouni, Business Development Deputy Manager, GTT
11:50 USA Keynote Case Study Canadian Exports through the US A Shortcut?
}} Reviewing the suggested benefits of this approach: Greater supply security with Rockies gas as backup Existing pipelines No mega-pipeline projects involved Reliable port locations Proximity to market - Tapping into a direct route to Asia Overall lower cost than projects in remote BC locations }} Examining other key challenges to US Pacific Northwest projects in terms of: Environmental issues Political issues US DOE permitting Terrain Climate Native land claims Availability of labor

FORUM DAY TWO: THURSDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 2013

}} From a strategic and commercial perspective, is this a viable approach for some of Canadas surplus gas? Peter Hansen, CEO, Oregon LNG
14:30
CDS Research Session Working with Canadian LNG Standard CSA-Z276: Industry and Regulatory Perspectives
12:30 Networking Lunch Hosted by
}} Background to international LNG standards and the need for continued alignment between the North American and European LNG Standards in the context of the evolving LNG landscape in Canada }} The BC Oil & Gas Commissions perspective on British Columbias regulatory framework and on-going collaboration with CSA to meet the needs of LNG development in B.C. Speakers: Dr Zoher Meratla, P.Eng, Principal, CDS Research Ltd Mayka Kennedy, Chief Engineer, BC Oil and Gas Commission
14:00 Alaska Case Study Standing out from the Crowd - A Deeper Insight into the Alaska LNG Project
}} Discussing how the Alaska LNG project is ahead of the game in terms of: Existing production Proximity to Asian market Easier US politics for approval of supplying to non FTA countries }} Taking a closer look at the current developments with regards to: State of Alaska fiscal terms Possible costs for the entire chain including a gas treatment plant, liquefaction plant, storage tanks and pipeline -- What are the state governments plans for a possible Public Private Partnership and how could this drive the project forward? Environmental design -- Where are they in terms of Pre-FEED? }} How will commercializing the North Slope provide energy relief to Alaska? }} What is Alaskas option if the big LNG project does not move forward? Larry Persily, Federal Coordinator, Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Projects
15:30 Norton Rose Fulbright Session Gaining Insight to the Key Tax Considerations for Canadian LNG Projects
A review of Canadian tax issues surrounding the structuring and operation of a Canadian LNG project, including tax considerations of: }} Financing and structuring alternatives }} Income taxes }} Transfer pricing SPEAKERS: Dion Legge, Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright Darren Hueppelsheuser, Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright
16:00 CHAIRPERSONS Closing Remarks 16:10 End of Forum
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2.1 These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English law and any disputes resulting from an interpretation of these terms and conditions shall be settled by UK court.
9.1 The Company may not transfer the booking from one named Delegate to another without the prior written consent of the Organisers. The provisions of clause 6 will apply where a Delegate named on a booking form does not attend the Event. The Organisers reserve the right to refuse passage and attendance to the Event to a replacement individual who is not the named Delegate where consent has not been given in accordance with the provisions of this clause.
3. APPLICATIONS TO ATTEND AN EVENT
3.1 Applications to attend an Event must be made via the Canada LNG online registration page or the Organisers official booking form, which must be completed in full. The Organisers may accept applications in writing or by facsimile, at their sole discretion, and on the understanding that these terms and conditions must be signed. No alterations to these terms and conditions can be accepted without the written consent of the Organisers..
10. POSTPONEMENT, ABANDONMENT OR SPEAKER CANCELLATION
4. COST
4.1 The Conference will include all the facilities more specifically set out in the Contract. 4.2 The Delegate will be charged and will pay the venue directly during the Event for all goods and services not included in the delegate package. 4.3 The Delegate accepts that travel and hotel accommodation must be paid for by his or her company. The organisers will not accept invoices or charges relating to delegates travel and accommodation.
10.1 The Company shall not have any claim against the Organisers in respect of any loss or damage consequent upon the failure for whatever reason to hold any part of the Event or of the venue at which the Event is scheduled to take place becoming wholly or partially unavailable for the holding of the Event. If by rearrangement or postponement of the period of the Event, or by substitution of another venue for the holding of the Event, or any other reasonable manner, the Event can take place, the contract between the Organisers and the Company shall remain in force. 10.2 If the Organisers have to alter the content or timing of the Conference Programme or the identity of any speakers, for any reason whatsoever; the organisers are not liable to refund delegate fees or pay for additional costs incurred by delegates attending Canada LNG.
11. INSURANCE
5. CONTRACT AND TERMINATION
5.1 On the acceptance of the official booking form or online booking by the Organisers, a contract relating to the Event will exist between the Organisers and the Company. In case of non-payment of any sum due from the Company, whether legally demanded or not, or of the breach, or non-observance, by the Company or the Delegate of any of these terms and conditions, or any regulations to be observed by the Company or the Delegate, the Organisers shall have right to terminate the contract and to refuse passage to the Delegate or attendance to the Event by the Delegate without prejudice to the right to recover all sums payable by the Company and all other claims against it, and any loss or damage sustained by the Organisers.
11.1 The Organisers are not responsible for the safety of any property of the Company or Delegate, or for its loss, damage or destruction or for any loss or damage sustained by the Company or the Delegate, in each case for any reason whatsoever. No responsibility can be accepted by the Organisers for any consequences arising from postponement or abandonment of the Event. The Company should take out its own insurance to cover all liabilities and risks as well as non attendance by the delegate for whatever reason.
12. FIRE PRECAUTIONS
12.1 The Company and the Delegate must comply with any reasonable instructions given by the venue or any other authority regarding fire precautions.
6. WITHDRAWAL OR CANCELLATION BY COMPANY DELEGATE
13. INFORMATION AND COPYRIGHT
6.1 In the event of withdrawal or cancellation by the Company or Delegate from the Event, the Company will be liable to pay the amounts specified in point 6.3. 6.2 Any notification of withdrawal or cancellation by the Company and/or Delegate must be in writing and sent to the Organisers. Cancellation will be deemed to have occurred when written notification has been received by the Organisers. 6.3 The withdrawal of delegates causes the organisers a loss of earnings and therefore, cancellations are charged at the following rates before refunds (if any) are processed: 25% of the delegate fee from 26 April 2013 to 23 May 2013 inclusive 50% of the delegate fee from 24 May 2013 to 20 June 2013 inclusive 75% of the delegate fee from 21 June 2013 to 18 July 2013 inclusive 100% of the delegate fee from 19 July 2013 to 17 September 2013 inclusive
13.1 Information supplied by the Organisers in relation to any event is accurate to the best of their knowledge and belief, but shall not constitute any warranty or representation by the Organisers and any inaccuracy or mistake in such information or omission from it shall not entitle the Company to cancel its booking. 13.2 Unless stated otherwise, all information and data relating to the Event, which is supplied by the Organisers to the Delegate, is for use by that Delegate only, is the copyright of the Organisers and cannot be passed on to any third party for any purpose.
14. EXCLUSION
14.1 The Organisers reserve the right to exclude or remove from the Event any person whose presence, in the opinion of the Organisers, is or is likely to be undesirable or may put the safety and wellbeing of the other delegates or staff at risk.
15. DATA PROTECTION
7. PAYMENT TERMS
7.1 Delegates booking through the cheque, invoice or bank transfer option will not have rights to attend the conference until payment is made in full and will not be allowed to attend any other sessions or social functions at Canada LNG. Payments by cheque, invoice or bank transfer can be made until 19 August 2013. After this date payment is required by credit card unless an alternative option have been prior agreed with the organisers. 7.2 Once a delegate booking is complete, no future promotional offers can be used in conjunction with the original booking. 7.3 This clause does not invalidate the delegates obligation under clause 6.
15.1 The Company acknowledges that the Organisers will be entitled to use the Company and Delegate details in accordance with the Organisers privacy policy.
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