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Argus Base Oils Asia, Middle East & Africa Conference

Dubai, United Arab Emirates
October 2026
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Connecting Asia, the Middle East, and Africa to drive innovation in the base oils and lubricants industry

The Argus Base Oils Asia, Middle East & Africa Conference returned to Dubai, UAE at the Anantara Downtown Dubai Hotel on 13-15 October 2025, bringing together key stakeholders from across the global value chain.

This is where the industry meets to explore emerging opportunities, tackle industry challenges, and foster meaningful connections.

The Asia, Middle East, and Africa region is experiencing significant growth and transformation in the base oils and lubricants industries. Factors such as rising industrialisation, expanding automotive markets, and increasing demand for advanced lubricants for EVs are driving rapid innovation. With evolving regulations and a growing emphasis on sustainable practices, the industry in AMEA is adapting to meet global standards while seizing its extensive potential for expansion.  

Join 200+ senior decision-makers as they share insights on market trends, technological advancements, and sustainable practices shaping the future of the base oils and lubricants sector. Past attendees include industry leaders such as Saudi Aramco Base Oil Company – Luberef, BP/Castrol, and Trafigura Penthol SA, KIPIC, and many more!

Pre-register your interest now to be the first to hear updates, speaker announcements, and agenda highlights for next year’s event. 

Featured speakers in 2025 included:

Amit Dhiman
Amit Dhiman
Country Manager (Lubes), Middle East & Africa,
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
Antwan Osta
Antwan Osta
Managing Director – CEO,
Yanbu United Company (YUNITCO)
Shailesh Bildikar
Shailesh Bildikar
Commercial Director – Maritime Logistics,
Emirates Ship Investment Company LLC
Ali Al-Ganzory
Ali Al-Ganzory
CEO,
G&B Global Corp
Nikhil
Nikhil Agarwal
Managing Director,
Globestar Energy FZE
Gabriella
Gabriella Twining
Global Editor - Base Oils,
Argus
Guo
Guo Harn Hong
Global Lead Base Oils,
Argus
Myrko Anthonio
Myrko Anthonio
Chartering Manager,
Stolt Tankers
Mario Majic
Mario Majic
Head of Business Development, Corporate Governance and Communications,
AVISTA OIL AG
Li Li Chng 300x300
Li Li Chng
Associate Editor,
Argus
irina
Irina Vinogradova
Senior Manager - Consulting,
Argus
Austin Hipps
Austin Hipps
Technical Marketing Engineer – Base Oils,
Ergon, Inc.
Edward Bell
Edward Bell
Acting Group Head of Research and Chief Economist,
Emirates NBD
Ashish Bodade
Ashish Bodade
Procurement Hub Manager, Middle East and Africa,
Castrol
Trivendra Kumar
Trivendra Kumar
Technical Manager,
Coraplus India
Ramatri PD
Ramatri PD
Senior Oil Trader,
Galaxy Energy Group
Konstantin Levchenko
Konstantin Levchenko
Head of Desk, Oil Products,
Argus

Attendees at a glance:

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200+ attendees

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95+ companies

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25+ countries

Photo gallery 2025

Event highlights:

Gain valuable insights into key trade dynamics within the AMEA market. Understand the driving forces shaping these industries and position your business for success in this diverse and fast-evolving landscape.

Delve into the unique trading environments across AMEA, exploring the impacts of climate, infrastructure, and geopolitical developments. Discover practical strategies to unlock opportunities in growing markets and enhance trade efficiency within this rapidly growing region.

Expand your professional network with market leaders, including refiners, base stock producers, lubricant blenders, additive manufacturers, traders, and distributors from across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond. Forge meaningful connections to enhance your business reach.

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors and partners

Host sponsor

ADNOC

Gold sponsor

Addisol

Sponsor

Synergy Sol Trading

Exhibitor

Robosoft

Supporting partner

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UKLA
SLTA
ATIEL
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Lubes and greases
Lubezine