ABOUT GPCA SUPPLY CHAIN CONFERENCE
The GPCA Supply Chain Conference, established in 2009, has evolved into the region’s leading annual event for supply chain management within the chemical and petrochemical industries. Each year, this prestigious conference brings together industry leaders, experts, and professionals for dynamic discussions and collaborative opportunities.
The event covers an array of critical topics, including best practices in supply chain management, emerging industry trends, and cutting-edge strategies to address current challenges. Attendees benefit from keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, providing them with crucial insights into the evolving dynamics of the chemical supply chain.
About the GPCA Gulf SQAS Workshop
The Gulf SQAS (Sustainability and Quality Assessment System) Workshop, taking place on 26 May 2025 at the Sofitel Dubai Downtown, in conjunction with the 16th GPCA Supply Chain Conference. This exclusive workshop offers a unique opportunity for attendees to gain in-depth insights into best practices, the latest updates, and assessment methodologies related to supply chain safety, quality, and sustainability. The session will underscore the pivotal role Gulf SQAS plays in enhancing supply chain performance, driving operational excellence, and ensuring sustainability compliance across the region.
ENGAGE IN DISCUSSIONS WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS AND EXPERTS TO SHAPE THE SUPPLY CHAIN LANDSCAPE
Join us at the 16th GPCA Supply Chain Conference for unparalleled networking opportunities with industry leaders, experts, and fellow professionals, where you can exchange ideas, share best practices, and collaborate on strategies that drive efficiency and innovation. Stay up to date with the latest advancements and methodologies in supply chain management through exclusive presentations and workshops led by renowned experts. Engage in dynamic discussions and interactive sessions designed to foster collaboration and develop actionable insights, discovering innovative solutions and growth opportunities tailored to the chemical supply chain industry.
TESTIMONIALS
Jan Gardeitchik
Change Manager (Freelance), Port of Rotterdam
“I was very pleased to have the opportunity to speak at the 11th GPCA Supply Chain Conference about digitization in ports and logistic chains.”
Zainab Y. Al Blooki
Manager, In-Country Value Development, ADNOC
“It was a great pleasure to be part of this conference. The whole experience was excellent, from planning all the way to final execution. The efforts in organizing the event really paid off and it was one of the most organized conferences I have attended.”
Ahmed Al Shamsi
Former CEO(A), ADNOC Distribution and Former Chairman, GPCA Supply Chain Committee
“It has been a very insightful conference and a great opportunity to meet with leading supply chain professionals from all over the world and discuss new industry trends, updates and opportunities. The conference provided me with a key platform to represent the GPCA Supply Chain Committee, discuss how to improve the agility and efficiency of supply chain operations across the region and encourage participants to adopt best practices in supply chain digitalization to address future challenges.”
Mohammed Al Muallem
EVP, DP World
“I was very happy to be among all those experts from the industry and I congratulate GPCA on the 10th anniversary of its Supply Chain Conference, driving continuous success for the chemical industry in the Arabian Gulf.”
Dr. Robert de Souza
Executive Director, The Logistics Institute - Asia Pacific
“What attracted me to the conference was the theme which focused on collaboration. I enjoyed sharing and learning from others in the region and all around the world.”
Marcus Meissner
Managing Partner – Middle East, Africa & Asia, Camelot Management Consultants
“This was my 8th year attending the GPCA Supply Chain Conferences. It has been very exciting to see the event grow and we are proud to have been part of the journey.”
John Calder
Partner, Supply Chain and Procurement Practice, Baringa Partners
“Supply chain collaboration has been changing over the last few years and these sorts of events are very useful for people to learn what other industries and geographies are doing. I am sure we will see more conferences focused on this in the future.”
Mareike Walter-Paschkowski
Regional Manager, Middle East and Africa, Logistics Executive
“We have seen an amazing amount of speakers and topics that are very interesting especially for the petrochemical industry.”
Manos Raptopoulos
President, EMEA region, SAP
“The 9th GPCA Supply Chain Conference was a great mix of inspiring presentations and practical case studies in the context of transforming the already very strong supply chain of the GCC. The level of knowledge, lively interaction and well-prepared content add real value for those attending.”
Richard Heath
President and CEO, TALKE USA Inc. and Winner, GPCA Supply Chain Excellence Awards
“Gulf SQAS, as a common platform for continuous improvement in all areas of Health, Safety, Security, Environment and Quality (HSSEQ), is something that we really do believe in. Our GCC companies have proven that best-practice sharing is a strong element of our development, and I would make an appeal to all logistics service providers and all manufacturers to make good use of it because it really is a very powerful tool.”
