ADIPEC 2024: A Global Convergence for Energy Transition

The Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) is set to return in 2024, marking a significant milestone in the energy sector’s evolution. From November 4 to 7, more than 1,800 speakers from diverse sectors—including government, energy, finance, and technology—will gather in Abu Dhabi to foster collaborative action, innovation, and partnerships aimed at accelerating the energy transition. This year’s event, hosted by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), will celebrate 40 years of energy leadership under the theme “Connecting Minds. Transforming Energy.”

A Platform for Global Leaders

ADIPEC 2024 will feature over 40 ministers and more than 200 C-suite executives and technology pioneers from regions including the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. This diverse assembly underscores the event’s role as a global platform for dialogue and collaboration. His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, COP28 President, and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO, will deliver a keynote address during the opening ceremony. Following this, a ministerial panel titled “The New Global Leaders and the Energy Transition” will delve into how emerging economies are reshaping the global energy landscape, addressing challenges and opportunities in energy demand, technological progress, environmental stewardship, and economic growth.

Tayba Al Hashemi, Chair of ADIPEC 2024 and CEO of ADNOC Offshore, expressed enthusiasm for the event, stating, “ADIPEC 2024 will unite global industry and technology leaders to unlock opportunities that can accelerate the energy transition and catalyse innovative solutions to integrate the energy and AI sectors more effectively.”

Keynote Speakers and Ministerial Panels

Among the distinguished international leaders confirmed to speak at ADIPEC 2024 are:

• Suhail Mohamed Faraj Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, UAE
• Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Egypt
• Shri Hardeep S Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, India
• Haitham Al-Ghais, Secretary General, OPEC
• Dr. Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Minister of Oil and Environment, Bahrain
• Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister for State (Gas) Petroleum Resources, Nigeria
• João Baptista Borges, Minister of Energy & Water, Angola
• Dr. Saleh A. Al-Kharabsheh, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Jordan
• Almassadam Satkaliyev, Minister of Energy, Kazakhstan
• Edgar Moyo, Minister of Energy, Zimbabwe

These leaders will engage in discussions that are critical to understanding the future of energy in a rapidly changing world.

Conferences Addressing the Energy Transition

ADIPEC 2024 will host 10 strategic and technical conferences, each focusing on vital aspects of the energy transition. Topics will include energy security and affordability in the Global South, accelerating investments in low-carbon projects, and the role of AI in decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors.

One of the highlights will be the lead CEO panel on the first day, titled “Meeting Escalating Global Energy Demand Whilst Transitioning to a Low Carbon Energy System.” This panel will feature industry leaders such as:

• Murray Auchincloss, CEO of bp
• Wael Sawan, CEO of Shell
• Tengku Muhammad Taufik, President and Group CEO of Petronas
• Claudio Descalzi, CEO of Eni

This high-profile discussion will tackle the pressing challenge of balancing growing global energy needs with ambitious decarbonization goals, exploring strategies for sustainable energy supply and resilience in a transforming industry landscape.

Industry Executives and Technological Innovations

In addition to government leaders, ADIPEC 2024 will showcase top global industry executives, including:

• Joseph McMonigle, Secretary General, International Energy Forum
• Alfred Stern, Chairman and CEO, OMV
• Takayuki Ueda, President and CEO, INPEX
• Russell Hardy, Group CEO, Vitol
• Proscovia Nabbanja, CEO, Uganda National Oil Company
• Lorenzo Simonelli, Chairman and CEO, Baker Hughes

The event will also feature leaders from technology giants like Microsoft, Schneider Electric, Siemens, and Accenture, who will share insights on digital transformation. AI innovators such as Boomitra, Matroid, and AIQ will spotlight how artificial intelligence can drive efficiency and decarbonization across the energy sector.

Logistics powerhouses like AD Ports Group and DP World will discuss optimizing supply chains for a sustainable future, while financial leaders from Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank, Bank of America, Standard Chartered, Barclays, J.P. Morgan, and Morgan Stanley will address the crucial role of sustainable investment and financing models in supporting an equitable and low-carbon energy future.

Conclusion

As the world grapples with the urgent need for an energy transition, ADIPEC 2024 stands as a beacon of collaboration and innovation. By bringing together leaders from various sectors, the event aims to catalyze solutions that will shape the future of energy. With a focus on artificial intelligence, sustainable practices, and global partnerships, ADIPEC 2024 promises to be a pivotal moment in the journey toward a more sustainable energy landscape.

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