20–22 October 2025
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
ENERGY & SUSTAINABILITY FORUM20–22 October 2025
Decarbonising the Downstream Industry
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Welcome to ESF MENA - Energy & Sustainability Forum
ESF MENA, the premier platform for industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers driving the future of energy and sustainability in the Middle East.
This year's forum comes at a pivotal moment for the region's refining, petrochemicals, and energy sectors—sectors that are uniquely positioned to lead in low-carbon innovation, circular solutions, and industrial transformation aligned with national visions such as Saudi Vision 2030 and the UAE Net Zero 2050 initiative.
Over two content-rich days, we'll explore how bold strategies, emerging technologies, and regional collaboration can unlock new pathways toward decarbonisation and sustainable growth. Whether you're here to share insights, forge partnerships, or shape the agenda, your voice is essential to the conversation.
So, join us in Al Khobar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on 20–22 October 2025, for the 5th edition of ESF MENA - Middle East Energy & Sustainability Forum, the only event in the Middle East dedicated to sustainability and the decarbonisation of the downstream sector.
Thank you for being part of this vital journey toward a more sustainable, competitive, and resilient energy future.
Key Topics
Renewable Fuels & Technology Pathways
Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), Biodiesel
Technology routes: Gasification, Fischer-Tropsch, HEFA, e-Fuels (Power-to-Liquids, Alcohol-to-Jet)
Circular Solutions & Advanced Recycling Technologies
Mechanical and chemical recycling, including gasification, POX, and pyrolysis
Circular economy models for plastics and waste streams
Renewable Chemicals & Biobased Plastics
Bio-based intermediates, polymers, and sustainable alternatives to conventional petrochemicals
Green Hydrogen, Ammonia & Methanol
Low-carbon fuel and feedstock options for industrial decarbonisation and export potential
Carbon Capture Technologies & Solutions
CCS/CCUS for refining, petrochemicals, and power
Integration with hydrogen and circular carbon pathways
Energy & Operational Efficiency
Strategies to reduce energy intensity and operational costs
Heat integration, process intensification, and real-time monitoring
Digitalisation & AI Applications for Efficiency
AI and data-driven optimisation
Predictive maintenance, digital twins, and advanced analytics
Asset & Process Optimisation
Enhancements in wastewater treatment, emissions control, and reliability
Debottlenecking and lifecycle efficiency improvements
Catalyst Technologies & Bio Feedstock Applications
Catalytic innovations for processing bio-based and waste-derived feedstocks
Waste-to-Energy
Thermal and biological pathways for converting waste into usable energy and fuels
Pre-Conference Seminar
Pre-Conference Seminar hosted by Wood
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia - Monday 20th October 2025
Complimentary registration open to operators and producers
More details to follow.
Special Feature
Special Feature initiative for young engineers
20–22 October 2025, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Young Engineers are shaping the future of our industry. If we are to deliver on, and achieve, the national visions of this region, we must make it a priority to engage with, and empower this vital asset. That is why we are launching an exciting new, Special Feature initiative, Lunch & Learn, as part of the main conference programme, at ESF MENA 2025.
Complimentary registration open to all young engineers
Learn More
2025 Advisory Meeting Takeaways Report
Meeting held on the 27th May 2025
Highlights and key takeaways from the 90 minute discussion
Download NowJoin our Esteemed Speaker Panel
Taking a technology-neutral approach, ESF MENA will present and explore all the decarbonisation technologies and strategies on the table including:
- Sustainable fuels, chemicals and circularity
- Low carbon hydrogen, green ammonia and methanol
- CCUS
- Energy efficiency and asset optimization, including digitisation
- Waste water use and management
- Industrial integration, collaboration and clusters
Case studies and practical examples of technology application and implementation will be favoured.
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Highlights from Riyadh 2024
Participating Companies
Registered Delegates
Pre-arranged 1-to-1 Meetings
Speakers & Panellists
Hours of Networking
Hours of Shared Insights
We extend our sincere thanks to all speakers, delegates, sponsors and supporters who contributed to making ESF MENA 2024 a success. Your insights and discussions on decarbonisation, sustainability, and innovative solutions have been invaluable in advancing the energy transition.
Together, we are shaping a cleaner, more sustainable future for the industry.
We look forward to continuing this journey with you! In the meantime, please register your interest.
2024 Post-Show Report
15–17th October 2024 | Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaA comprehensive report of all the lessons learned during the event
Download NowVideo Testimonials & Interview
Testimonials
From my experience, this event is one of the most well organised, with well-known speakers and informative presentations and sessions and the exhibition was also good. The event outlined the challenges faced by the Middle East on decarbonization tragets. The presentations and discussions were aimed at addressing net-zero emission targets.
ARAMCO
The speakers and panellists of ESF MENA are leaders, who are highly knowledgeable and passionate about making a change and directing the industry into a more sustainable future. It was my honour to attend this well-organised event and meet and listen to the most knowledgeable people from the industry.
KIPIC
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Attending the event was an incredibly enriching experience. The event brought together technology providers and industry leader/SMEs who shared valuable insights on reducing carbon emissions. The panel discussions and presentations were highly informative and focused on solutions and advice on the challenges for decarbonization. Looking forward for next event in 2024.
YASREF
Very interesting event with great opportunities for networking, learning more about energy and getting to know the different companies around the world and learn about their activities.
SABIC
A great event that leaves us with nothing more than hope and motivation to steer out industy paths towards a sustainable future!
OQ
An excellent forum, providing a platform to learn the latest technologies and communicate with SME's. It is the place where collaboration starts!
BAPCO ENERGIES
It is a great event to get an overview on what is the future in Oil Downstream, and a great opportunity to expand your network. All discussions were really good lead and the participants were open to discuss strategic and technical topics.
OMV
ESF has brought together all stakeholders in our downstream industry. Euro Petroleum Consultants have professionally organized a very comprehensive agenda and platform on which there is a great open exchange of insights and new developments that help all industry stakeholders prepare better for a sustainable future.
LUMMUS TECHNOLOGY
We are proud to have participated in the Energy & Sustainability Forum MENA 2023. Held in Manama, Bahrain under the theme “Decarbonizing the Downstream Industry”, we shared valuable insights about how we are producing low-cost green hydrogen at scale for the downstream industry to support global net-zero targets.
NEOM Green Hydrogen Company
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+971 (0)4 421 46 42 mark@europetro-me.com