February 2026

Bahrain

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BOTTOM OF THE BARREL TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE2026

Unlocking Profitability through Bottom-of-the-Barrel Innovation

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Welcome to BBTC MENA - Bottom of the Barrel Technology Conference

Unlocking Profitability through Bottom-of-the-Barrel Innovation

As global energy transition timelines recalibrate, bottom-of-the-barrel conversion is regaining strategic significance.

BBTC MENA is the region’s leading technical forum focused on residue upgrading, advanced conversion routes, and cleaner product strategies. With the industry under pressure to maximise efficiency, flexibility, and value recovery from heavier fractions, this high-level event provides a platform for technology alignment, knowledge exchange, and commercial strategy development.

Join regional refiners, licensors, and solution providers as they explore next-gen process integration, feedstock innovation, and pathways to cleaner, high-value outputs — from bitumen and base oils to carbon black and petrochemical intermediates.

Key Topics

Residue Upgrading strategies

Delayed coking, visbreaking, and solvent deasphalting

Slurry hydrocracking and ebullated bed technologies

Feedstock Flexibility & Heavy Crude Processing

Adapting to opportunity crudes and unconventional feeds

Managing contaminants (e.g., metals, asphaltenes, sulfur)

Advanced Hydroprocessing

Resid hydrocracking and residue desulfurization

Hydrogen management and catalyst integration

Unit Revamp & Repurposing Strategies

Smart retrofits for performance and yield improvement

Modular upgrades with minimal capex

Integration with Petrochemical Routes

Maximising propylene, aromatics, and other high-value outputs

Conversion routes to petrochemical feedstocks

Bitumen, Base Oils & Specialty Product Production

Bitumen quality control and market adaptation

Lube basestock production from residue streams

Energy Efficiency & Emissions Reduction

Heat integration and process intensification

Carbon capture options for BoB units

RFCC

Cracking a wide spectrum of feedstocks from VGO to heavy residues

Operational flexibility to switch between gasoline-, diesel-, Propylene-max modes

Optimized catalyst and regenerator design for yield and emissions balance

Join our Esteemed Speaker Panel

We are calling papers on the following topics:

  • Residue upgrading strategies
  • Advanced hydroprocessing
  • Integration with petrochemical routes
  • Energy efficiency & emissions reduction
  • Feedstock flexibility & heavy crude processing
  • RFCC
  • Bitumen, base oils & specialty product production
  • Unit Revamp & Repurposing Strategies

Case studies and practical examples of technology application and implementation will be favoured.

Submit Your Abstract

BBTC MENA 2025 – A Resounding Success!

70

Participating Companies

150+

Registered Delegates

200

Pre-arranged 1-to-1 Meetings

40

Speakers & Panellists

10+

Hours of Shared Insights

In the distinguished presence of H.E. Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment, Special Envoy for Climate Affairs, and with the esteemed support of Bapco Energies, BBTC MENA 2025 successfully brought together leading refining experts, industry pioneers, and technology innovators to explore the future of bottom-of-the-barrel upgrading and refining strategies.

A heartfelt thank you to our exceptional speakers, sponsors, and attendees for their invaluable contributions! Your insights, expertise, and collaborative spirit made this event truly impactful.

We extend special appreciation to BAPCO REFINING, BAPCO ENERGIES, ADNOC REFINING, ARAMCO, SATORP, SAMREF, OQ, and all our esteemed participants for enriching the agenda with forward-thinking discussions and groundbreaking innovations.

Together, we are shaping the future of refining! We look forward to continuing the conversation and driving innovation in the sector.

BBTC MENA 2025 post-event report cover

2025 Post-Event Report

4–5th February 2025 | Bahrain

A comprehensive report of all the lessons learned during the event.

2025 Sponsors

Co-hosted by

In the presence of H.E. Dr Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment, Special Envoy for Climate Affairs Bahrain
BBTC MENA 2025 Advisory Meeting Report Cover

2025 Advisory Meeting Takeaways Report

Meeting held on the 7th October 2024

Highlights and key takeaways from the 90 minute discussion

Video Testimonials

Contact the Organisers

+971 (0)4 421 4642      nour@europetro-me.com