The 20th Annual GPCA Forum, taking place from 22–24 November 2026 at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE, will bring together global leaders, innovators, and industry experts for a landmark edition that marks a significant milestone for the industry. Held under the theme “Persistence with Purpose: Built to Endure,” the forum will continue its legacy while offering an enhanced agenda, expanded networking opportunities, and forward-looking discussions addressing innovation, sustainability, and growth in an evolving global landscape.

This is your opportunity to be part of a defining industry platform that fosters meaningful collaboration, drives impactful dialogue, and positions you at the forefront of the chemical and petrochemical sector.

Event features you shouldn’t miss this year

VIP Majlis

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.

Youth Exhibition

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.

GPCA Sustainability Pavilion

The Pavilion showcases how the chemical and petrochemical industry is evolving to operate more intelligently, efficiently, and resiliently in a rapidly changing global environment, highlighting the role of innovation, digitalization, and advanced systems in strengthening competitiveness and delivering sustainable impact at scale.

GPCA Solutions Xchange

The GPCA Solutions XChange serves as a peer-to-peer platform where industry leaders and technology providers share real-world case studies addressing critical challenges across the chemical and petrochemical value chain.

GPCA Startup Nexus

This program showcases deployment-ready solutions through selected startups engaging with investors and industry leaders, offering high visibility and targeted networking within the dedicated Startup Nexus Zone to drive real-world adoption.

Meeting Rooms Oasis

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.

7th GPCA Legacy Awards

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.

Main Forum Exhibition

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.

Networking lounge

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.