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8:30 AM

Workshops registration

9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Workshops Timing

Workshop 1

Multi-Week Rolling Schedule – The Foundation of a Sustainable Planned Work Culture in the Industry 4.0 Era

Workshop 2

FRP Piping Systems – How to Ensure Fitness for Service

08:00 – 09:00 

Registration and Networking 

09:00 – 09:05 

Opening Remarks by Great Minds Event Management 

09:05 – 09:15 

Recital of the Holy Quran 

09:15 – 09:25 

Welcome Address and Opening Remarks by Conference Chairman 
  • Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Executive Vice President Manufacturing, NAMA Chemicals

09:25 - 09:35 

VIP Keynote Address 

09:35 – 10:20

Panel Discussion: Zero Incident Vision - Developing a Holistic Strategy for Asset Maintenance and Process Safety  
  • Effective strategies to achieve a zero-incident safety culture in asset-intensive industries.
  • Enabling real-time insights to drive informed decision-making, streamline maintenance processes, and ensure safety protocols are continuously optimized with data-centric approaches.
  • Highlighting the importance of cross-functional collaboration between maintenance, safety, and operations teams to create a proactive approach to risk mitigation and incident prevention.
Panellists:
  • Saeed B. Alzahrani, Safety Manager, SASREF
  • Abdulaziz M Alfawaz, Maintenance General Manager, S-Chem
  • Hamdi Al-Otaibi, Acting Head Operator, S-Chem
  • Jean Charbonneau, President, Maintenance Excellence Group
Moderator:
  • Mohammed Alghamdi, Refinery Operator, SATORP

10:20 – 10:35

Presentation: The Effect of Corrosion on Mechanical Integrity and Process Safety
Speaker
  • Muhammad Usman Khan, Senior Process Safety Engineer, InoChem

10:20 – 10:35

Presentation: The Effect of Corrosion on Mechanical Integrity and Process Safety
Speaker
  • Muhammad Usman Khan, Senior Process Safety Engineer, InoChem

10:35 – 10:50

Keynote Presentation: Enhancing Asset Reliability and Integrity Through Embedded AI​
Speaker
  • Thomas Heckmann, Global Senior Business Architect, IFS

10:50 - 11:35

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, VIP Exhibition Tour and Networking Coffee Break 

11:35 – 12:20

Panel Discussion: Enhancing Accuracy and Reliability with Advanced NDT and NDE Techniques  
  • The role of modern NDT and NDE methods in improving the accuracy and reliability of asset integrity assessments, ensuring better detection of flaws and extending the operational lifespan of critical assets.
  • Addressing the challenges in performing NDT and NDE like limited accessibility, data management, extreme environment conditions.
  • Overviewing the ongoing innovations shaping the future of NDT and NDE, focused on more compact, automated, and portable systems that enhance operational effectiveness.
Panellists:
  • Dr. Khalid Sheltami, Chief Engineer, SABIC
  • Mahmoud Vaziri, Asset Integrity Expert, Oil and Gas Industry
  • Thomas Heckmann, Global Senior Business Architect, IFS
  • Subhan Nadeem, Rotating Reliability Engineer, S-Chem
  • Atheer Al Mutairi, Material and Corrosion Engineer, Oil and Gas Industry
Moderator
  • Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Executive Vice President Manufacturing, NAMA Chemicals

12:20 – 12:35

Industry Innovation Showcase Session 
  • Industry Insight 1 : Integrated Heat Exchanger Tube Cleaning & Inspection
Speaker
  • Jamie Davidson, Director – Global Integrated Solutions, Amerapex

This session will highlight the latest technologies in asset integrity and process safety for the oil, gas, chemical and petrochemical sectors. The session consists of back-to-back 10-minute presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case studies on the successful application of innovative solutions.  

12:35 – 12:50

  • Industry Insight 2: Significance of Data in RBI Implementation Program
Speaker
  • Shivakumar Kulkarni, Regional Operations Manager (Middle East & India) - Energy Perimeter, Apave

12:50 – 13:05

Presentation: Enhancing Asset Integrity with S³ – Smart Safety System
Speaker
  • Hamdi Al-Otaibi, Acting Head Operator, S-Chem

13:05 – 13:20

Industry Innovation Showcase Session 
  • Industry Insight 3: RBI, CCD, IOW and Process Safety – Connecting the Dots
Speaker
  • Johan van Malsen, Principal Consultant, Corrosion, Materials and Integrity, Becht

13:20 – 13:35

Industry Insight 4: Resolving the “Everything is Urgent” Production Syndrome in the AI 4.0 Era!
Speaker
  • Jean Charbonneau, President, Maintenance Excellence Group

13:35 – 14:20

Panel Discussion: Tailoring Corrosion Prevention Techniques to Protect Critical Assets in Challenging Environments
  • Assessing corrosion risks effectively in various environments, from marine to industrial, and tailoring prevention strategies accordingly.
  • Discussing the role of advanced coatings, cathodic protection, and corrosion inhibitors, along with innovative technologies like corrosion monitoring systems that minimize environmental impact while ensuring asset protection.
  • Overcoming the challenges of maintaining asset integrity and reliability in harsh environments and implementing preventive measures to extend asset lifespan and prevent costly failures.
Panellists:
  • Mohammed Al-Amri, Static Equipment Manager, SABIC
  • Subindas Mohandas, Supervisor Inspection Department, Saudi Aramco
  • Atheer Al Mutairi, Material and Corrosion Engineer, Oil and Gas Industry
Moderator
  • Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Executive Vice President Manufacturing, NAMA Chemicals

14:20 – 14:30

Closing Remarks by Conference Chairman 
Panellists:
  • Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Executive Vice President Manufacturing, NAMA Chemicals

14:30

Networking Lunch and End of Conference Day One

08:30 – 09:30 

Registration and Networking 

09:30 – 09:35 

Opening Remarks by Conference Chairman 
  • Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Executive Vice President Manufacturing, NAMA Chemicals

09:35 – 10:15

Panel Discussion: The Integration of IoT, AI, and Advanced Analytics to Optimize Asset Performance and Minimize Operational Disruptions
  • Leveraging real-time data, predictive analytics, and automated decision-making to enhance asset performance, prevent unexpected failures, and minimize downtime.
  • Using of AI and analytics not only for immediate performance improvements but also for long-term asset optimization and better management of resources.
  • Exploring actionable solutions to address key challenges like integration complexity, data overload, cybersecurity risks, and high initial costs in optimizing asset performance through IoT, AI, and advanced analytics.
Panellists:
  • Fahad Al-Marri, Superintendent - Instrument Maintenance, S-Chem
  • Muhammad Hammad Bashir, Senior Process Safety Engineer, SIPCHEM
  • Mahmoud Vaziri, Asset Integrity Expert, Oil and Gas Industry
  • Subhan Nadeem, Rotating Reliability Engineer, S-Chem
Moderator
  • Jamal Nayfeh, Dean of Engineering and Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University

10:15 – 10:30

Keynote Presentation: Integrated Risk Management: Enhancing Decision-Making with Enablon's Digital Process Safety Management
Speaker
  • Robert Tulloch, Technology Sales Support Manager, Wolters Kluwer Enablon

10:30 – 10:50

Fireside Chat: Actionable Insights for Developing Strong Emergency Preparedness and Enhancing Fire Safety Protocols 
  • Conducting regular comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential hazards and evaluate risks.
  • Ensuring emergency preparedness strategies are tailored and continuously updated based on emerging threats and technological advancements.
  • Utilizing IoT and AI for real-time monitoring, fire detection, and data-driven safety improvements.
Speakers:  
  • Ahmed J Al-Subiei, Acting Deputy Chief of Fire Department, SASREF 
  • Saad Alkhaldi, Fire Chief, Advanced Petrochemical Company 

10:50 – 11:30

Networking Coffee Break  

11:30 – 12:00

Panel Discussion: Determining 'Sufficient Safety' - Quantifying and Countering Potential Risks through Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) to Ensure Process Integrity
  • Examining the necessary safety levels by evaluating the effectiveness of each protection layer and identifying gaps that need to be addressed.
  • Delving into strategies for integrating LOPA with other safety systems to achieve a more resilient and proactive safety culture
  • Emphasizing how innovative safety measures like LOPA and captive key systems, can lead to substantial reductions in risk while keeping costs low and minimizing the need for extensive infrastructure changes.
Panellists:
  • Muhammad Hammad Bashir, Senior Process Safety Engineer, SIPCHEM
  • Mohamed Mesbah, Senior Process Safety Engineer, SABIC
  • Mehul Chauhan, Senior Process Engineer, Sadara Chemica
  • Subhan Nadeem, Rotating Reliability Engineer, S-Chem
Moderator
  • Jamal Nayfeh, Dean of Engineering and Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University

12:00 – 12:45  

Industry Innovation Showcase Session 
This session will highlight the latest technologies in asset integrity and process safety for the oil, gas, chemical and petrochemical sectors. The session consists of back-to-back 10-minute presentations from experts in the industry who will provide insights and case studies on the successful application of innovative solutions.  
  • Industry Insight 1
  • Mohammed Al Shamari, Data Scientist Specialist, Wakeb Data
  • Industry Insight 2 
Speaker
  • Hussein Dassouki, Business Development Manager, Aspen Aerogels
  • Industry Insight 3: Major Advances in Tank Robotics in KSA
Speaker
  • David Lamont, CEO, Square Robot

12:45 – 13:05

Technical Presentation: Crimping for BFW High Pressure Line
Speaker
  • Ahmed Elsharkawi, Lead Stationary Engineer, SABIC

13:05 – 13:15

Industry Insight 4
Speaker
  • Wasim Al-Kabour, General Manager, WISKOTS

13:15 – 13:35

Technical Presentation: Heat Exchangers
Speaker
  • Baher Fayez Elsheikh, Staff Mechanical Engineer, SABIC

13:35 – 13:50

Technical Presentation: Digitizing Concrete Behaviour: Real Time Monitoring of Strength and Temperature
Speaker
  • Abdullah Alsaileek, Senior Civil Engineer, SABIC

13:50 – 14:00

Closing Remarks by Conference Chairman 
  • Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Executive Vice President Manufacturing, NAMA Chemicals

14:00

Networking Lunch and End of Conference