DOWNSTREAM CENTRAL ASIA & CASPIAN

More than 12 years in, Downstream Central Asia & Caspian remains the region's most focused gathering for refining and petrochemical decision-makers.

No generalist agenda. The summit zeroes in on the downstream landscape across Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Turkmenistan, putting attendees directly in the room with the senior leaders and policymakers shaping it.

From project developers and engineering contractors to investors and technology specialists, our network covers every link in the downstream chain.

The discussions go where the industry needs to go — plant upgrades, emerging investment opportunities, digitalisation, and the transition toward cleaner, more efficient operations.

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SPEAKERS

Temirlan Urkumbayev

Director of the Department of Downstream,

Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan

Gianni Bardazzi

Senior Vice President, Group Risk Management, In-Country Value & Special Initiatives

MAIRE

Zou Wenzhi

President

Sinopec Overseas Investment Holding Ltd

Mukhtar Avutbaev

General Director

Silleno

Diaz Diyanov

Chairman of the Management Board

KMG PetroChem

Rachelle Goebel

Senior Vice President, Power, Chemicals and Fuels

Worley

Chingiz Surtaev

Chairman of the Board

Butadiene

Jan Steegstra

Sr. Director, Business Development

Chevron Lummus Global

Orkhan Aliyev

Head of Refinery and Petrochemical Segment Business Management Department

SOCAR

Valentin Yurchik

Counsel, Co-Head of Construction, MJur

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Toghrul Karimli

Business Optimisation and Development Director

Socar Turkiye

Alexey Myltsyn

First Deputy of Director. Technical Director

Fergana Oil Refinery

Muhlisahon Gafurova

Head of Energy Efficiency Projects Implementation

JSC Uztransgaz

Luca Raffellini

Executive Director

S&P Global

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WHAT WE'LL DISCUSS IN 2026

The Geopolitical Export Race: Strategic Market Access & Diversification

This session focuses on the external pressures of global trade and the logistical fight for market share in the EU and Turkey. Discussions concentrate on using scenario planning to navigate shifting geopolitical dynamics and the threat of established global competitors. Key highlights include the critical need to secure long-term investment for the Middle Corridor.

Megaproject Execution: From Promises to Commercial Production

The region is moving from planning to the active commissioning of world-scale assets. This session provides a critical update on flagship facilities, like the Silleno Polyethene Complex, alongside new greenfield projects in Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan.

Smart Operations: AI, Digital Twins, and Next-Gen Asset Management

Digital transformation is the primary driver for improving refinery OPEX and plant safety in 2026. This session examines the deployment of Industrial AI and Machine Learning for pipe monitoring and throughput optimization to move from reactive maintenance to condition-based monitoring. Case studies will highlight Digital Twin implementation for flagship assets.

Decarbonisation Pragmatism: Blue Energy, SAF, and Global Compliance

As environmental regulations tighten, regional producers must adopt commercially viable energy transition strategies. Strategic discussions will focus on achieving EU CBAM compliance and navigating the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism regime to protect petrochemical export margins. By prioritizing Blue Ammonia and SAF, we explore how the region can align with global low-carbon mandates.

Industrial Independence: Local Feedstock and Market Growth

This session focuses on the internal drive for industrial independence and the challenge of balancing domestic supply with global demand. Discussions concentrate on the aggressive development of processing capacities to ensure regional energy security and eliminate import dependency, particularly through Coal Chemistry and dry gas monetisation.

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WHY JOIN US?

Meet the Key Decision-Makers in the Central Asian & the Caspian Region

The summit brings together 350+ senior executives, project owners, and CEOs from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and across 29 countries — giving attendees direct access to the region’s most influential downstream and petrochemical leaders.

Gain Insights Into Major Refining, Petrochemical and GTL Projects

The programme covers gas-to-petrochemicals, SAF and low-carbon fuels, digitalisation, AI, refinery optimisation, and infrastructure modernisation — making it an essential event for anyone following the fast-evolving Central Asia & Caspian petrochemical market.

Convert High-Value Connections Into Tangible Business Opportunities

With 41% regional project owners and a high concentration of C-level stakeholders, the event is the #1 business-driven networking platform for companies looking to enter or expand in this high-growth market.

Real-World Case Studies

The conference focuses exclusively on practical initiatives that have delivered measurable impact. No sales pitches — just real-world success stories, technical optimisation strategies, and partnerships that you can apply directly to your organisation.

Secure Post-Summit "Intelligence Pack"

The value continues long after the event. Gain exclusive access to our digital library of speaker presentations and technical case studies. Plus, our networking app remains active post-summit, letting you follow up on leads and finalise cross-border deals.

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EVENT BROCHURE

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TESTIMONIALS

Luca Pasco

Area Sales Manager

Casale

Really all local investors and producers attended the event!

Kabul Ibragimov

Regional Manager Honeywell Uzbekistan

Honeywell UOP

Despite several times of participation, the quality of the event preparation remains on top.

Elena Popova

Senior Key Account Manager

Krastsvetmet

The team equally well organises sessions and presentations, and, no less importantly, creates networking opportunities and provides space for communication, all in a friendly atmosphere with a strong business focus.

Andrey Kovalev

Head of PR Projects

MTO Gas Chemical Complex

The best industry event on oil refining and gas processing in Central Asia.

Baard Johan Holth

Regional Sales Manager Division Oil & Gas

Autronica Fire and Security

Interesting presentation, very good networking with outstanding dinner.

Ivan Tomashevskii

Business Development & Consulting Director, CIS & Turkey

HSB Solomon Associates LLC

A wonderful conference with many end users! Excellent organisation and a great venue! I will definitely come again.

Nilufar Khamidova

Director of Tax Department, Uzbekistan

Schneider Group

The summit was quite comprehensive, and issues of digitalization, tax transformations, environmental issues, and technological solutions were discussed. It's very useful networking, the organization is very good, everything is in progress, in time, very interesting people. It's a very good opportunity to see exactly which participants are in the same topic with you.

NEWS

4 August 2026

Driving Industrial Growth and Energy Innovation

Lummus' presence in Central Asia includes some of the region’s most significant downstream developments. Lummus’ technologies are being deployed at Kazakhstan Petrochemical Industries’ (KPI) integrated petrochemical complex, Silleno LLP’s polyethylene project and Butadiene LLP’s synthetic rubber facility, helping establish new manufacturing capabilities and strengthen Kazakhstan’s position within the global petrochemical value chain.