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Despite the potential challenges posed by uncertainty around feedstock prices, energy demand, supply chain, and end-market demand, the industry is well equipped to overcome them and position itself for long-term success. As macroeconomic indicators signal uncertainty in the global economy, the industry’s ability to navigate these challenges and embrace innovation will be key to its success.
The 17th Annual GPCA Forum will be held for the first time in Doha, Qatar, under the theme ‘Mobilizing Chemistry for Impactful Transformation’. The forum’s program is set to highlight the crucial role of chemistry in driving innovation and sustainability in various industries. The event will bring together global and regional chemical leaders to discuss topics ranging from sustainability and innovation to portfolio transformation, restructuring to balance costs, achieving true net-zero emissions, and building resilience. By uniting industry stakeholders and policymakers around a common view of the path ahead, the forum will provide actionable insights to support business decisions and pave the way for a more sustainable, innovative, and prosperous future for the chemical industry and its value chains.
Engage with industry pioneers: Connect with influential professionals and thought leaders shaping the future of the chemical industry. Build valuable connections, forge strategic partnerships, and exchange ideas for growth and success.
Uncover the latest trends and developments: Stay ahead of the curve with cutting-edge innovations, groundbreaking technologies, and emerging trends in the chemical sector. Gain deep insights through curated sessions, panels, and workshops on the transformative power of chemistry.
Broaden your knowledge base: Expand your understanding of crucial industry topics through engaging presentations, interactive sessions, and expert-led discussions. Benefit from a comprehensive program addressing key challenges and opportunities in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.
Discover the beauty of Doha: Immerse yourself in Doha’s rich culture, warmth, and hospitality. Experience the blend of tradition and modernity while exploring iconic landmarks, vibrant markets, and world-class cuisine.
“I first attended the 13th Annual GPCA Forum in 2018 and I cannot be prouder with the level of attendance at this edition of the forum.”
H.R.H. Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al-Saud
Minister of Energy
Saudi Arabia
“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.”
Peter Vanacker
CEO
LyondellBasell
“The Annual GPCA Forum is an excellent platform for networking. We found all our existing customers and partners together in the forum and within two days, we could meet them all. We will further promote GPCA events in the future.”
Boris van Thiel
Former CEO MENA Regional Cluster
thyssenkrup Industrial Solutions
“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.”
Mirek Dusek
Member Of The Executive Committee; Head Of Europe, Eurasia And The Middle East A
World Economic Forum
“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.”
H.E. Dr. Mohammed bin Hamad Al Rumhi
Former Minister of Oil and Gas
Oman
“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.”
H.E. Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa
Former Minister of Oil
Bahrain
“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.”
Daniele Ferrari
CEO
Versalis (Eni)
“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.”
Dr. Hariolf Kottmann
Former Executive Chairman and CEO
Clariant AG
“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.”
Jim Fitterling
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Dow Chemical Company
“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.”
Bhavesh (Bob) Patel
President and CEO, W.R. Grace
“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.”
H.E. Khalid Al-Falih
Minister of Investment
Saudi Arabia
“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.”
Fernando Musa
CEO
Braskem
“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.”
John Floren
President and CEO
Methanex Corporation
“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.”
Tom Crotty
Director
INEOS Group
“The Annual GPCA Forum is the premier petrochemical event globally.”
Neil Chapman
SVP
Exxon Mobil Corporation
“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.”
Saleh Bahamdan
Former CEO
Sahara International Petrochemical Company (Sipchem)
“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.”
Rebecca Liebert
President and CEO
Honeywell UOP
“This forum offers an opportunity to meet with top industry executives all in one place and that is really a very compelling value proposition.”
Dr. Markus Steilemann
CEO, Chairman of the Board of Management
Covestro
“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.”
Raghavendra Rao
Secretary
Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, India
“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.”
Karen McKee
President
ExxonMobil Chemical Company
“I would like to take the opportunity to thank GPCA for their continuous efforts to promote the chemical and petrochemical industry in the Gulf region, and their keenness to leverage business, technology and media platforms, for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and experiences to enhance this vital sector.”
H.E. Eng. Abdullah Ibrahim Al-Saadan
Chairman
Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu (RCJY), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Chemicals Clusters Champion
Memorandum of Understanding signed to collaborate on advancing a transition to a circular economy for plastic in the GCC region Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 14 December 2022 – The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical and petrochemical industry in the Arabian Gulf, has signed a Memorandum…
Speakers at the GPCA Symposium in Riyadh focused on collaboration as the key driver in enabling the transition towards a circular economy and ending the plastic waste crisis Value chain collaboration will be the catalyst for circular plastics solutions, said experts at the inaugural Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association…
Al-Mady was honored in a special award ceremony on the opening day of the forum Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 7 December 2022 – The 4th edition of the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) Legacy Award “Al-Rowad” (الرّواد) took place in a special award ceremony on 6 December during the 16th Annual Forum…
The GCC is well positioned to lead the energy transition, say industry leaders as the forum gets underway this week in the Kingdom’s capital Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 6 December 2022 – H.R.H. Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al-Saud, Minister of Energy, Saudi Arabia, inaugurated the 16th Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals…
The event will be held on the sidelines of the 16th Annual GPCA Forum on 5-6 December 2022 under the theme ‘For The Youth. By The Youth. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 4 December 2022 – The Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA), the voice of the chemical and petrochemical industry…
H.R.H. Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman-Al-Saud Minister of Energy, Saudi Arabia H.E. Saad bin Sherida Al-Kaabi Minister of Energy, Qatar H.E. Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak Bin Daina Minister of Oil and Environment, Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, Bahrain The Energy Ministers of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Qatar will share the stage…
