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 Kirill Molodtsov, Deputy Minister of Energy of Russia

- Out of all oil and gas trade shows running in Russia, Neftegaz is the main one. It brings together almost everybody. Things exhibited occasionally at other shows can be seen here in full.
We are interested in about 500 main objects, 12 industry groups, programs connected with catalysts, drilling equipment. There is still space to improvement, especially in the field of digital support in the oil and gas industry. It is a big work which will take several years.

Genady Shmal, President of the Union of Oil and Gas Producers of Russia:

- Today, the trade shows and forum, which we are managing, are the only way to convey new information to professionals in the oil and gas industry. Not to mention the economic side of such shows. They are the place where contracts for equipment, works or services, etc., are signed. But the most important thing is what people can see here. That is why we have to support trade shows despite all economic crises and problems which all companies have from time to time. We need trade shows. We have to search for new methods and new technologies to make the cost of our oil barrel lower that even in the Middle East. You can see such things only at a trade show.

 Viktor Fadeev, Sales Director Russian & CIS, KROHNE Group:

- KROHNE is a German company which regularly takes part in Neftegaz. Every year we aspire to show new products to our target audience. At the same time we show that KROHNE keeps growing. Our stand is getting bigger showing our presence in the Russian market. We are also trying to develop more interactive exhibits and take into account the current demands of our audience. That is why this year we have interactive maps which show where the KROHNE equipment is used in the oil and gas industry. All of these build our image as a successful company in the Russian market.
The trade show is first and foremost a networking platform. Development of our company relies on human connection and contacts. Here we meet those with whom we worked together last year. Now we can once again discuss their needs and requirements, joint success, and possible future contracts. We realize that we can show a lot of wonderful ads about our products but nothing can substitute face to face meetings at a trade show. Here we have everything to show our equipment and receive many visitors at our stand. There are also no limitations when connecting the most fashionable and high-end means of visual communications. Now our stand is equipped with an A/C system, multimedia displays, and an interactive water installation.
This trade show is great because our stand and stands of our partners are some kind of beacons that attract people we are looking for.

 Aleksandr Dik, General Director, Horn Rus:

- In the difficult economic environment, we made a decision to take part in Neftegaz starting from the last year. This trade show is very important for our company. Here we show and tell our customers the advantages of our products. Our current clients also come to our stand. We also work with distributors. The biggest interest to our products, screw joints, is generated by companies which manufacture pipes and pipe products. We are satisfied with the number of visitors to our stand. There are about 30% of our customers here.  
I don't know a better place for Neftegaz. The location of Expocentre's pavilions is very convenient and close to transport hubs. We like that that trade show runs here. Our visitors, customers and business partners are glad that the show is held at Expocentre Fairgrounds. Even the first two days have already been getting value for money. We are ready to repeat this success next year. 

 Aleksandr Valikov, Head of Analytics PR, MIR:

- This trade show is a great chance to talk to customers face to face to learn what they want and expect and what challenges they have. And, of course, tell them about our products. We manage power supply processes which are everywhere – in oil companies, manufacturing, processing, energy sector… As for oil producers, we show them a series of new developments including a power saving system for oilfields which allows saving up to 30% of costs. We want our visitors and potential customers to see, learn and evaluate what we offer. We will see the results of this show in about 6 – 12 months.  
We are comfortable here. Many people are coming to our stand. Some of them are interesting, professional and competent. It is a big advantage of this trade show and the strength of its management.  
The venue itself is very good. First of all, it is easily accessible. It is in the centre of Moscow. There are many people here. The venue’s facilities match its international status.