Registration | Networking

Setting the Tone

Keynote Address

Base Oils & Lubricants Industry Outlook for 2024: Where are we now & Where are we heading?

Fireside Chat

Navigating in Continual Crisis Wave: Building Resilient Supply Chains

Talk Points:

• Strategies for ensuring a stable supply of raw materials & evaluating global supply chain disruptions
• Addressing infrastructure development, transportation efficiency, and overcoming geographical challenges
• Analysing the Impact of geopolitical situation on crude oil trading and price regulations
• Discussing challenges to enhance end to end Supply Chain Visibility

Leaders Dialogue

Entering the Green Era: Navigating Sustainable Future with New Mindset

Talk Points:

• Sustainability initiatives aligning with the Middle East's sustainability goals
• Circular economy approaches in lubricant production
• Monitoring and minimizing resource consumption using smart technologies
• Technology Integration & Smart infrastructure

Panel Discussion

Lubricants & Oil in a Greening World: Rise of EVs & Next Generation Fluids

Talk Points:

• Analyzing the growth trajectory of the EV market in the Middle East and its implications for lubricant manufacturers
• Exploring advancements in lubricants and fluids designed specifically for EVs
• Challenges & Opportunities in developing specialized lubricants to enhance EV efficiency
• Developing environmentally sustainable lubricants for the electric mobility sector

Presentation

Cutting Fluids—Future & Challenges

In Conversation

Rise of Re-Refined Base Oil: A Paradigm Shift Towards Sustainable Industrial Practices?

Talk Points:

• Conducting comparative assessments to benchmark the performance of re-refined base oils against traditional virgin base oils
• Analysing the economic feasibility of re-refined base oil production and strategies to enhance market competitiveness
• Exploring diverse applications for re-refined base oils across industries, including automotive, industrial, and marine lubricants
• Investment and Funding Opportunities in the Re-Refined Base Oil Sector

Next Half of the day will feature The 2nd MECAM Conference

First Half of the day will feature The 2nd MECAM Conference

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Setting the Tone

Opening Address

Leaders Discussion

Advances in Renewable Base Fluids: Exploring Potential and Constraints

Talk Points:

• What benefits do renewable base fluids offer in lubricants in contrast to conventional petroleum based fluids, and how do these advancements align with sustainability objectives?
• What challenges or constraints are linked to the use of renewable base fluids?
• How does the availability and cost of bio-based feedstocks influence the broad acceptance of renewable base fluids?
• What approaches can be implemented to address these challenges and encourage their application across diverse industries?

In Conversation

Her Power Fueling Progress : Influence, Empower, Lead

Trialogue

Green is the New Black: Moving beyond Asphalt to Chart a Sustainable Future for Bitumen

Talk Points:

• What are the latest developments in bio-based additives for bitumen that offer comparable or superior performance to traditional additives while reducing environmental impact?
• Explore innovative approaches to low-carbon bitumen application such as warm mix asphalt (WMA), porous asphalt, and thin overlays, that offer environmental benefits without compromising performance or longevity
• Examine innovative recycling technologies and circular economy models for reclaiming and repurposing waste bitumen materials, including reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) and reclaimed asphalt shingles (RAS)
• Discuss innovative approaches and technologies in additive development, such as nano-additives, bio-based polymers, and friction modifiers, that enhance lubrication efficiency

Closing Address

Future-proofing Lubricants & Oil Industry: Policies defining Today & Tomorrow

Talk Points:

• Overview of existing policies and regulations governing the base oils and lubricants industry in the Middle East
• How do government policies drive green technology adoption?
• The role of government policies and regulations in enabling demand visibility, rolling out funding support
• Examining the integration of sustainability criteria into lubricant formulations and strategies to comply with green standards

Registration | Networking

Setting the Tone

Keynote Address

In Conversation

AI in Action: Enhance, Engage, Improve

Talk Points:

• Implementation of AI for Real-Time Monitoring & Predictive Maintenance
• Role of AI in adapting to market trends and changing consumer demands
• Collaboration between AI and traditional research methods

Leaders Discussion

Revving Up Growth: How Industry 4.0 Technologies Are Shaping the Future

Presentation

Strengthening Digital Defence: Ensuring Data Security & Privacy

Case Study

Leveraging Digital Twins for Enhanced Operations

Talk Points:

• Creating digital twins for lubricant formulations and product development
• Utilizing digital twins for real-time monitoring of production processes
• Ensuring consistency and reliability
• Integrating digital twins with human-operated systems for collaborative decision-making

Special Address

From Crude to Craft: Reimagining Refinement for Futuristic Lubricants and Additives

Talk Points:

• Current challenges faced by the refining industry, such as fluctuating crude oil prices, environmental regulations and more
• Emphasizing the significance of collaboration and partnerships between industry stakeholders, including refineries, technology providers, research institutions, and regulatory bodies
• Technology integrations that are revolutionizing the production process, such as advanced distillation techniques, catalytic cracking, and hydroprocessing
• Sustainable refining practices and initiatives aimed at enhancing the industry's environmental footprint