SABIC Highlights of Cooperation at WPC Energy Congress 2026 in Riyadh

SABIC participated as a National Energy Champion at the 25th WPC Energy Congress, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from October 11 to 15, highlighting the role of partnerships in driving industry development, innovation and energy transition initiatives.

The Congress, held under the theme “Pathways to an Energy Future for All,” took place in the Kingdom for the first time, bringing together industry leaders for ministerial discussions, CEO-level exchanges and technology showcases.

Dr. Faisal Alfaqeer, SABIC CEO and executive board member, addressed the plenary session, “Partnering for Success – Challenges and Opportunities”, emphasising collaboration as a key factor in business growth and industry progress.

He highlighted the importance of combining expertise, exchanging knowledge and sharing ideas across research and development, industrial operations, plant construction and supply chain management.

“Focusing on SABIC, we truly believe in partnerships – a belief that is evident throughout our history of more than five decades. In fact, one could argue that collaboration has been an essential element of SABIC’s growth story,” Dr. Alfaqeer noted.

Other SABIC leaders participated in sessions covering industry priorities, including safety, cybersecurity, footprint management, technology, innovation, local content and support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

The company’s exhibition stand attracted visitors interested in its sustainable technologies supporting manufacturing applications in clean energy sectors, including renewable energy and electric vehicle infrastructure.

SABIC also sponsored the Congress’s Best Paper Award, one of 10 special programmes at the event. Technical committees comprising experts, including SABIC representatives, evaluated submissions and selected papers recognised for their contributions to advancing industry knowledge.

The WPC Energy Congress serves as an international platform for dialogue, cooperation and strategic planning across the energy sector. Its programme focuses on practical solutions to support the energy transition while addressing global energy equity.

Through its participation, SABIC highlighted the importance of cross-industry partnerships, technological development and knowledge exchange in supporting the evolution of the global energy landscape.