The Global Refining & Petrochemicals Congress (GRPC) is a leading international forum for policy makers, asset owners, licensors, contractors, technology majors, research organisations & equipment suppliers to explore next generation downstream opportunities whilst collaborating on emerging & future risks across industry markets. The conference builds upon the existing knowledge of experts & industry stakeholders defining critical areas of collaboration including: smart manufacturing, renewable fuels, sustainability, commercial opportunities, regulatory compliances, operational excellence, process technology innovations, catalyst developments & complex integrations whilst highlighting the global & regional market trends. The concurrent exhibition showcases international technology & equipment suppliers displaying the latest in equipment, technology, services & solutions for the downstream industry.It also serves as a niche-networking forum, providing an opportunity to meet and interact with the leading experts, technology partners, researchers, colleagues and friends from academia. Attracting a diverse and eclectic mix of speakers, delegates, exhibitors and attendees, GRPC facilitates the exchange of ideas and discussions on pertinent energy-related issues, while simultaneously meeting the strategic objectives of the industry, making it the most important event for those involved in the refining and processing of hydrocarbons.