World’s largest energy event ADIPEC 2024 opens Monday in Abu Dhabi

The global energy community will converge in the UAE on Monday, 4 November, as the world’s largest energy event, ADIPEC 2024, opens its doors at the ADNEC Centre in Abu Dhabi. 

Hosted by ADNOC under the theme Connecting Minds. Transforming Energy., ADIPEC 2024 will explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in driving the energy transition while embracing new perspectives from finance, technology, the Global South, and the voices of youth to support a future that is secure, equitable, and sustainable.

A highlight of this year’s ADIPEC is the new AI Zone, Energyai by ADNOC, where global technology leaders, including enercap, Accenture, AIQ, Microsoft, and Baker Hughes, will present breakthrough solutions aimed at both meeting the energy needs of AI and reducing emissions for a more sustainable future. 

This specialised zone includes the Energyai Conference, Creative AI Lab, Reskilling Lab, dedicated networking spaces, demo stations, and an immersive AI showcase, offering attendees the opportunity for hands-on interaction with emerging technologies and invaluable industry collaboration.

ADIPEC’s 16-hall exhibition will feature more than 2,200 exhibitors, including 54 national and international oil companies, national energy companies, international energy companies, and 30 country pavilions across four specialised areas: the AI Zone, Decarbonisation Zone, Digitalisation Zone, and Maritime & Logistics Zone. 

Christopher Hudson, President of dmg events, organisers of ADIPEC 2024, commented: “In its 40th edition, ADIPEC is set to be the most impactful yet, as the global energy community unites to drive practical solutions that will shape the future of energy. With a focus on bold innovations, strategic insights, and influential discussions, ADIPEC reinforces the international commitment to building a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient energy future for all.”

Attendees will benefit from a unique platform that not only showcases the latest market dynamics and technological advancements but also provides extensive networking and business opportunities to connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators, fostering collaborative discussions that are vital for driving growth and efficiency.

This year, ADIPEC 2024 will welcome over 184,000 attendees from 164 countries, making it the largest edition to date. The event will also feature more than 1,800 speakers, including over 40 ministers and 200 C-suite executives from across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas, who will engage 16,500 delegates in more than 370 conference sessions. These discussions form part of ADIPEC’s ten-conference series, including the flagship Strategic Conference, where global business and political leaders will join industry innovators to chart a path toward an equitable energy transition.

Through these conferences, attendees will gain exclusive access to diverse global perspectives, the latest insights into market trends, and credible solutions accelerating energy transformation. The knowledge and insights gained will enable participants to develop visionary strategies that balance the immediate needs of their business with long-term objectives, participating in collaborative discussions that foster a spirit of innovation, collective problem-solving, and impactful advancements.

Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, ADIPEC 2024 promises to deliver transformative insights and innovations that will shape the future of global energy.

To support ease of access to the ADNEC venue, a free Park-and-Ride service will run every five minutes between Zayed Sports City and the ADNEC venue from 6:00-19:00 from 4-7 November 2024.