For decades, the chemical industry has been a key enabler of industrial development and economic diversification in the GCC. Today, its role has expanded further — not only supporting regional growth but contributing to the stability and continuity of global systems. Delivering on this responsibility will require more than adaptation; it will demand persistence with a clear sense of purpose, strengthening the industry’s ability to operate, compete, and lead amid uncertainty.
Marking its 20th anniversary, the Annual GPCA Forum returns to Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, from 22–24 November 2026 as the region’s flagship gathering for the global chemical industry. Held under the theme “Persistence with Purpose: Built to Endure,” the forum will convene global CEOs, policymakers, industry leaders, and experts to address how the industry can strengthen resilience, enhance competitiveness, and sustain long-term impact in a rapidly evolving environment.
Step into the VIP Majlis, an exclusive, invitation-only space for senior executives and industry leaders, offering a private setting for high-level networking and strategic discussions.
The GPCA Youth Exhibition, introduced as a new feature of the GPCA Youth Forum, provides a dedicated platform for market leaders to showcase their initiatives, innovations, and services focused on youth development.
The Meeting Rooms offer a dedicated, private setting for focused discussions, business meetings, and strategic engagements, enabling productive conversations in a professional and comfortable environment throughout the event.
This esteemed award honors a pioneer of the Arabian Gulf chemical industry, recognizing exceptional contributions to its growth and development across one or more GCC states and celebrating a legacy.
The GPCA Forum Exhibition showcases leading innovations, technologies, and solutions across the petrochemical and chemical value chain. It drives meaningful connections, unlocks business opportunities, and highlights the latest advancements shaping the industry’s future.
The Networking Lounge provides a dedicated space for attendees to connect, collaborate, and engage in meaningful conversations in a relaxed environment that encourages relationship-building throughout the event.
“The Annual GPCA Forum is an event I have long held in high regard. GPCA and its member companies are an important driver for economic growth and employment in the region.”
“It gives me great pleasure to welcome everybody to the 18th Annual GPCA Forum in Muscat in December 2024. We will take the actions of this forum and address them as much as we can. This will mark the first time that we host the Annual GCPA Forum in Oman.”
“This is an important event that has grown over the years to become the flagship petrochemical event in the Middle East thanks to GCPA’s collective efforts. This is also the first time this distinguished forum convenes in the state of Qatar.”
“We had a great session at the beginning. Our panel was extremely interesting. It has been a great experience so far, well organised and I look forward to the next few days.”
“I want to congratulate GPCA for holding this meeting in Riyadh for the first time. Gatherings like these are vital to help create a better future for our industry.”
“The Annual GPCA Forum is the preeminent event in the Middle East that brings together the top industry leaders in the petrochemical industry. The level of engagement with keynote speakers and during panel discussions is exceptional, pushing the industry to drive better performance and more output.”
“This forum offers an opportunity to meet with top industry executives all in one place and that is really a very compelling value proposition.”
“The Annual GPCA Forum provides an excellent opportunity to catch up with the latest trends in the global chemical and petrochemical industry. The event is packed with knowledge which offers a unique balance between research and industrial applications.”
“Every year I personally look forward to the Annual GPCA Forum, but this year is special as I’ve had the opportunity to talk about the Sahara-Sipchem merger and how it is generating momentum for our future. Thank you GPCA for setting up such an impressive gathering.”
“I greatly valued being at the forum to speak about global risks and how they affect the chemical industry. From the Fourth Industrial Revolution, to climate change-driven transformations to geo-economic shifts, the industry faces the imperative to find the right strategies to not only respond to existing challenges, but to stay on the front foot vis-à-vis their respective longterm trajectories.”
“It’s always a pleasure to be back at the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association’s Annual Forum. ExxonMobil has actively supported and participated in this forum for over a decade, and I’m honored to have the opportunity to speak at the event, particularly on the subject of partnership.”
“This was my first time at the Annual GPCA Forum, and I was really impressed. I congratulate the GPCA Secretariat for the excellent organization of the event and their ability to attract such a diverse audience. I was truly humbled to be asked to deliver an inaugural speech to such an audience.”
“It was a true honor for me to be at the 13th Annual GPCA Forum for the first time in the presence of global and regional industry leaders. We were brought together by our interest in the GCC as a producer of petrochemicals, and the GPCA is proof that the petrochemical sector is a robust sector in which strong global growth rates are achieved.”
“The Annual GPCA Forum is the place where ideas get the boost to be realized in a common language and where industry players can synergize to accomplish this newly conceived paradigm across the entire value chain, getting the world aware.”
“The GPCA has become ‘the voice’ of the chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf region. And this year’s forum arrives at just the right moment to hear about – and discuss – the future of the gulf petrochemical and chemical industry.”
“The Annual GPCA Forum is the premier petrochemical event globally.”
“GPCA has established its annual conference as one of the world’s most globally relevant gatherings with agenda topics that are of most importance to our industry for the coming years. The Gulf region continues to be an important force in our global chemical industry.”
“I have attended the Annual GPCA Forum over many years and watched it grow in size and in its importance to the global petrochemical industry. The quality of the debate gets better each year making it one of the key events in the annual industry calendar.”
“Since attending my very first GPCA conference over 10 years ago to the recent 11th Annual GPCA Forum, I am continually impressed by the caliber of speakers and the informative presentations that are given at the forum. The gathering is a must attend event for senior executives of the chemical industry.”
“The Annual GPCA Forum has rapidly become one of the most important conferences for senior executives of the petrochemical industry from all major regions to gather and discuss important issues and challenges confronting the industry.”
“The 12th Annual GPCA Forum continues to provide an excellent environment to debate and discuss the main issues facing our industry and solutions for the future.”
“The Annual GPCA Forum is undoubtedly the most important chemical industry forum in our region. Each time the forum attracts new leaders with fresh perspectives making enriching contributions to our industry.”
“I have fond memories of participating in GPCA meetings while I was part of CPChem. GPCA has grown and developed into one of the premier industry associations in the world and the Annual Forum is a most prestigious event.”
“GPCA continues to stand as the region’s strongest model of collaboration, bringing together GCC petrochemical and chemical companies under one platform. It enables joint positions, shared investments, and a unified voice internationally.”
“Although this forum has convened 18 times before, this edition marks the first ever to be hosted in the beautiful Kingdom of Bahrain. On behalf of the association, I would like to extend my congratulations in advance to all Bahrainis on their upcoming National Day.”
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to network. Many of our partners and customers are attending the event. Your organization here in Bahrain was excellent. I would like to thank the Kingdom of Bahrain for the hospitality – it was well received and extremely productive.”
“I was very impressed by all of the discussions I had so far with our clients and partners; the plenary sessions were really engaging. Everyone is very open about the challenges, but I can feel the optimism.”
“It’s a privilege to be here. First impressions are fantastic. There was real appetite for people to collaborate with one another, to discuss, to problem solve. It is a fantastic environment.”
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