IDCE 2025 Set to Open in Bahrain Tomorrow Under Royal Patronage

01 Oct 2025 CW Team

The International Downstream Conference and Exhibition (IDCE 2025), the region’s leading platform for refining, petrochemicals, and sustainable energy solutions, will commence tomorrow at Exhibition World Bahrain, Kingdom of Bahrain. Held under the Patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, the event is organised by the Gulf Downstream Association (GDA).

Over three days, the exhibition will host more than 150 companies from 53 countries and attract over 5,000 visitors and 3,200 delegates. Featuring cutting-edge technologies and live product demonstrations, IDCE 2025 will provide unparalleled opportunities for networking, collaboration, and exploration of investment prospects valued at over $100 billion.

The conference programme includes over 130 sessions, encompassing keynote addresses, panel discussions, and leadership dialogues led by global industry experts. Each day will feature high-level discussions on macro trends and leadership strategies, alongside detailed technical analyses and innovative product showcases. The Youth Program will also run concurrently, engaging young professionals through interactive workshops, discussions, and activities designed to inspire the next generation of downstream leaders.

IDCE 2025 is set to foster collaborations and investment while highlighting emerging trends in artificial intelligence (AI), new fuels, and digitalisation. Participants will gain insights into the evolving downstream landscape and build strategic connections across the value chain, advancing sustainable innovation in the sector.

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