The IPTC Summit on AI for the Energy Industry will bring together decision-makers, technologists, and domain experts to examine how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping upstream operations and the broader energy value chain.
It is being held from January 13-14, 2026 at the Conrad Hotel in Dubai under the theme, ‘Transforming Energy Through AI: Innovation, Intelligence, Impact.
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Pinar Yilmaz, the IPTC Summit Chair, said: “IPTC is uniquely organised by four professional societies: AAPG, EAGE, SEG & SPE, serving as the only fully integrated major joint event in the Middle East and Asia. We are a vital hub for geoscientists and engineers, fostering collaboration on integrated technical solutions to address the evolving needs of the energy sector while promoting impactful decarbonisation solutions.”
Abdulkarim AlMaazmi, Managing Director E&P and CEO of Dragon Oil, and summit Co-Chair, said: “The theme reflects our industry’s shift toward smarter, more efficient upstream operations. AI, automation, and digital technologies are transforming subsurface imaging, drilling performance, production optimisation, and safety, and IPTC will showcase this impact.”
The two-day programme features two keynote sessions, two executive plenary sessions, four executive panel sessions, 15 technical sessions, dedicated ePoster sessions, and a technology showcase.
Senior executives and industry leaders confirmed to participate include Waleed Al-Mulhim, Senior Vice-President, Petroleum Engineering and Development, Aramco; Amir Gerges, Group Chief HSE Officer, ADNOC; Steven Deng, President of Oil & Gas Industry, Huawei Technologies; Jose Bayardo, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, NOV; Mohd Nazlee Rasol, Vice President of Development, Upstream Business, PETRONAS; Thanasit Vichaipairojwong, Senior Vice President, Digital Technology Center of Excellence Division, PTTEP; Jesus Lamas, President, Middle East and North Africa, SLB; Niall O’Doherty, Vice President, Global Industry Strategy, Teradata; and Sophie Zurquiyah, CEO, Viridien, among others.
The attendees will benefit from access to high-level technical content, exposure to emerging technologies, and opportunities to connect with global experts shaping the future of energy.
Umar Al Nahdi, IPTC Summit Co-Chair and Director, PE Application Services at Aramco, highlighted the practical value of the event, said: “The summit will provide valuable insights, collaboration opportunities, and practical knowledge that participants can apply within their organisations. Ultimately, the Summit aspires to inspire new thinking, strengthen partnerships, and support the development of a more efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy sector.”
The summit will also host the IPTC Excellence Awards, recognising standout technological, sustainability, safety, and leadership achievements across the global energy industry.
The 2026 award recipients include:
• Project Excellence Award: The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Project by bp.
• Sustainability Excellence Award: Ravenna CCS Phase 1 by Eni.
• Distinguished Achievement Award: Rahul Patil of the Halliburton Technology Center.
• Young Professional Achievement Award: Abdulrahman Alowaid and Hatem Abdullah Bajuaifer of Aramco; Rami Esbai of Bapco Upstream; and Yang Wang of China University of Petroleum (Beijing).
The IPTC Summit is supported by a broad cross-section of the industry. The principal sponsors include Aramco, Dragon Oil, and SLB, with NOV and Saudi Arabian Chevron serving as Diamond Sponsors.
Baker Hughes is the Titanium Sponsor, while AMD, ARO, and Viridien are Gold Sponsors. Lane-Link and Quorum Software participate as Associate Sponsors.
For more information on the event and media registration, visit www.iptcnet.org. — OGN / Trade Arabia News Service
