On 12–14 October, Senior Managing Director George Anstey and Senior Consultant Joel Davis will speak at the IEEE Power Talks conference focused on “Powering the Future: Energy Transition Pathways and Grid Resilience” hosted by Nama Electricity Distribution in Muscat, Oman.

In the first session on 12 October, Mr. Anstey will join a panel discussion titled “The Morning After: Rethinking Power Security After the Middle East Crisis.” The panel will explore how recent geopolitical shocks have reshaped regional energy security priorities and highlighted the importance of resilient and diversified energy systems. It will also examine how power systems are balancing security of supply, affordability, and decarbonization amid growing geopolitical fragmentation. Finally, assess whether the energy transition is shifting toward a more pragmatic approach that prioritizes reliability, flexibility, and long-term sustainability. Mr. Anstey will speak alongside Arab Energy Club President Dr. Carole Nakhle; Hydrom CEO Abdulaziz Al Shidhani; Bahrain Center for Strategic, International and Energy Studies (Deresat) Director Dr. Abdulla Isa Al Abbasi; and Oman Ministry of Energy and Minerals Director General Hamood Hamad Al Sawafi.

On 14 October, Mr. Anstey and Mr. Davis will host a session titled “Power Markets Design.” The session will explore global trends and strategic options for the future of electricity market design, focusing on competitive market structures, regulatory frameworks, and renewable energy integration.