15–17 September 2025

Istanbul, Türkiye

IDW - Downstream Conference

Downstream Conference15–17 September 2025

Unlocking the Full Potential of Today’s Assets

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Welcome to IDW – Downstream Conference

With 25 years of history, IDW is one of the longest-running and most respected technical refining and petrochemical conferences in Europe.

With refining and petrochemical margins under increasing pressure, the need for flexible, efficient, and reliable operations is a must.

IDW 2025 will centre discussions on the key areas that directly impact performance and profitability, ensuring that today’s assets remain resilient and competitive.

Key Focus Area:

  • Asset Optimisation
    • Approaches to increasing operational flexibility, optimising assets and navigating the complexities of feedstock variability and market dynamics.
  • Quick Wins: Enhancing Energy Efficiency
    • Strategies for improving energy, operational and process efficiency in existing refineries and petrochemical facilities.
  • AI & Digitalisation Solutions
    • Harnessing advanced data analytics, AI, and digital twin technologies to enhance real-time decision-making and predictive maintenance.
  • Technology Solutions: Processes & Catalysts
    • Innovations in processes and catalysts that drive process improvements, enhance product yields, and reduce emissions.
  • Refining & Petrochemical Integration
    • Exploring new synergies to produce high value products.

Join our Esteemed Speaker Panel

We are calling for abstracts in the following areas:

  • Asset Optimisation
  • Quick Wins: Enhancing Energy Efficiency
  • AI & Digitalisation Solutions
  • Technology Solutions: Processes & Catalysts
  • Refining & Petrochemical Integration
  • Industry Challenges - Remaining Competitive & Resilient

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

Who Attends IDW?

Technology Innovators

Leading Licensors

Solution Providers

Technical Management

Leading Consultants


Why is IDW the event where EFFECTIVE NETWORKING truly happens?

IDW fosters meaningful connections by featuring:

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Targeted Audience

Engage exclusively with downstream professionals, decision-makers, and technically proficient individuals

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Optimal Audience Size

With approximately 200 delegates, you’ll have ample opportunities to connect with the contacts that matter most to you without getting lost in a crowd

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Balanced Participation

Enjoy a well-balanced ratio of end-users and solution providers for a holistic networking experience

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Unforgettable Networking Events

Experience memorable events that facilitate genuine interactions and long-lasting relationships


Highlights from Warsaw

A huge thank you to our speakers, sponsors, and delegates who attended IDW 2024 in September in Warsaw.

We were delighted to see many familiar and new faces join us, and contribute to its success to increase the longevity of the downstream sector and help the industry maximise its production and operational potential.

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2024 Post-Event Report

23rd–25th September 2024 | Warsaw, Poland

A comprehensive report of all the lessons learned during the event


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2024 Advisory Meeting Takeaways Report

Meeting held on the 26th March 2024

Highlights and key takeaways from the 90 minute discussion


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Contact the Organisers

+44 (0) 20 7357 8394      info@europetro.com