ADIPEC 2026 will bring together global energy leaders, government officials, investors and technology companies in Abu Dhabi from November 2-5, focusing on energy security, infrastructure investment, industrial development and technological innovation amid rising global demand and geopolitical uncertainty.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and hosted by ADNOC, the event will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).

Organisers expect 239,000 attendees from more than 170 countries, alongside over 2,250 exhibiting companies, 1,800 speakers and 30 country pavilions.

The event will highlight the Middle East's role in global energy supply and its growing influence through investments in natural gas, renewable energy, chemicals and infrastructure.

The region's ability to connect resources, capital, technology and international markets will be a central theme as governments and businesses seek to strengthen energy systems and support economic growth.

Reflecting growing demand for exhibition space, ADIPEC's Opening Ceremony will take place at the Abu Dhabi Energy Centre, creating additional exhibition capacity at ADNEC while providing a dedicated venue for the opening leadership programme.

Abdulmunim Saif Al Kindy, Chair of ADIPEC, said: "This year’s ADIPEC comes at a defining moment for the global energy industry. We face the challenge of a more disrupted and exposed system, meeting a more energy intensive economy. But, while shocks and conflicts disrupt the system, the world needs more energy, in more forms, delivered more reliably to meet rising demand. And we need the investment, advanced technology and partnerships to make that happen. That is the agenda for action at ADIPEC 2026.

“The continued growth of ADIPEC also reflects confidence in Abu Dhabi as a trusted destination for business, investment and international engagement. At a time when uncertainty is creating challenges across markets, bringing people together to exchange ideas, strengthen relationships build partnerships and conduct business has never been more important.”

Regional and international leaders to attend

Confirmed speakers include Suhail Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure; Karim Badawi, Egypt's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources;  Saleh Kharabsheh, Jordan's Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources; Dr Mohamed bin Mubarak Bin Daina, Bahrain's Minister of Oil and Environment and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs; Joseph Al-Saadi, Lebanon's Minister of Energy; Dr Khalifa Rajab Abdulsadek, Libya's Minister of Oil and Gas; and Jassim Alshirawi, Secretary General of the International Energy Forum.

International participants will include HE Katharina Reiche, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy, Germany; Dr Alparslan Bayraktar, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Türkiye; and HE Takagi Kei, State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan.

Regional companies expected to participate include ADNOC, XRG, Masdar, TAQA, Mubadala Energy, AIQ, Borouge, Fertiglobe and Bapco Energies. International companies and organisations include Shell, bp, TotalEnergies, Eni, Equinor, SLB, Baker Hughes, Siemens Energy, GE Vernova and Microsoft.

Investment and energy security in focus

The UAE's international energy investments will feature prominently, with companies including ADNOC, XRG, Masdar and Mubadala Energy expanding their activities across natural gas, chemicals, renewable energy and energy infrastructure.

Mohamed Al Aryani, President, International Gas at XRG, said: "Building secure, resilient energy systems takes more than capital. It requires partnerships that connect resources, infrastructure and customers across markets and geographies. At XRG, we bring financial discipline, long-term capital and deep energy expertise to investments across gas, chemicals and energy infrastructure, working alongside experienced local and international partners. That is why ADIPEC is more important than ever as a forum for the industry to unlock investment and forge the partnerships needed to strengthen energy security and support global growth."

AI and digital technologies take centre stage

ADIPEC's expanded AI Zone, co-hosted by AIQ, will demonstrate how artificial intelligence, robotics and digital technologies are being deployed across the energy sector.

Applications will include reservoir modelling, autonomous upstream operations, infrastructure inspection, grid management and subsea robotics. Exhibitors such as Honeywell, EY, Gecko Robotics, Stone Ridge Technology and Sinaha will showcase technologies designed to improve operational performance, asset management, reliability and decision-making.

Thomas Löffler, Executive Vice President, dmg events, said: "ADIPEC brings together a unique combination of energy producers, investors, technology leaders and industrial companies at a scale few events globally can match. At a time of rising demand and significant investment requirements, those conversations and partnerships have never been more important.

“The level of industry participation this year shows just how important ADIPEC has become as a global platform for energy. We're seeing strong commitment from across the Middle East and internationally, with leaders coming to Abu Dhabi to discuss shared priorities, explore new opportunities and build partnerships. That's what makes ADIPEC so valuable, particularly at a time when the industry needs to work more closely together."

The programme will feature 13 conference programmes and more than 380 sessions covering energy security, investment, infrastructure, natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG), artificial intelligence, advanced technologies and industrial growth.

The exhibition will occupy 16 halls and four specialised industry zones, providing a platform for companies to present technologies, explore projects and establish commercial partnerships. -OGN/TradeArabia News Service