From advances in drilling and geoscience to AI-enabled digital operations and next-generation refining and processing technologies, the Technical Conferences showcase practical solutions being deployed across the global energy value chain. Spanning upstream development, midstream infrastructure and downstream processing, the programmes highlight how technology, operational excellence and intelligent integration are strengthening system performance and supporting reliable, efficient energy delivery.
Curated technical sessions bring together global experts from industry, academia and technology providers across two dedicated programmes — the SPE-led Technical Conference and the Downstream Technical Conference. Together, they translate technical excellence into scalable, real-world solutions that reinforce infrastructure, optimise operations and strengthen the resilient energy systems that power economies worldwide.
Organised by SPE, focusing on operational excellence, digital innovation and sustainability across upstream and integrated energy systems.
Exploring the future of refining, chemicals and advanced industrial systems in an era of energy addition.
The Technical Conference and Downstream Technical Conference Call for Papers are brought together to enable collaboration across upstream, downstream, digital and integrated value chains.
This approach supports:
Two specialist communities. One global engineering platform.
The ADIPEC Technical Excellence Awards recognise outstanding technical contributions that demonstrate research quality, innovation and measurable industry impact.
Through a structured, merit-based evaluation process, the awards highlight impactful and scalable solutions shaping global energy systems.
The programme aims to:
Winners will be announced during ADIPEC 2026.
The Call for Papers is open to professionals across the global energy ecosystem, including:
The Technical Conferences bring together engineers, operators and technology leaders to address the operational and technical priorities shaping global energy systems.
The platform enables knowledge exchange grounded in real-world implementation and industry relevance.
Key benefits:
Select your conference
Choose a theme
Submit your paper proposal or abstract
Peer review
Present at ADIPEC