Conferences
& Program
We believe in the power of knowledge and the importance of staying informed about the latest trends and advancements in the composites market. That’s why we present our exceptional program, featuring a variety of captivating events :
The program is currently under development and will bring together key decision-makers, government representatives, industry experts, and innovative startups to exchange ideas and showcase opportunities for composites across strategic sectors.
The conference content will focus on several key themes:
– Vision 2030 and Industrial Transformation
– Localization and Market Access
– Innovation and Technology Landscape
– Sustainability and Renewable Energy
– Entrepreneurship and Research Excellence
– A dedicated technical conference on Composites pipelines held on Day 2, in partnership with ENERCOMP
DAY 1 - Tuesday May 5th 2026
10:00-10:15 Opening Ceremony
Main Stage
Speakers:
– Eng. Mohammed Alibrahim, Assistant Minister of Energy for Oil & Gas (Confirmed)
– MOHAMMAD AL TAYYAR, Program Director OSP
– ERIC PIERREJEAN President JEC
10.15 – 11.15AM: Panel discussion 1: Shaping the future of composites, driving adoption and removing barriers
Main Stage
This high-level leadership panel will examine how composites can move from technical potential to scaled industrial adoption across the MENA region and global markets.
Bringing together senior industry executives and government representatives, the discussion will focus on accelerating deployment, strengthening local manufacturing capability, aligning standards and certification, and overcoming cost, specification, and supply chain barriers.
Panellists will share practical insights into how collaboration between policymakers, material suppliers, manufacturers, and end users can unlock sustained growth and position the region as a competitive composites hub.
Panel discussion with:
– Mohammad Al Tayyar, Program Director OSP
– Owens Corning, Chris Skinner, VP Strategic Marketing and R&D
– Samer Al Jishi, CEO BFG International
Moderator: Jeff Sloan, JEC
NewTECH Group: https://en.newtechgroupcn.com/
2.00 – 3.00PM: The Future of Composites Innovation / JEC Innovation session
Main Stage
A global perspective on the most significant innovation trends shaping the composites industry. From breakthrough materials and processing technologies to digitalisation and automation, the presentation will highlight where value is being created and where investment is accelerating.
The accompanying panel will bring together startups, industrial players, and investors to explore how emerging technologies transition from research to commercial scale. The discussion will focus on funding models, industrial partnerships and the pathways that turn innovation into market impact.
Innovation trends by JEC : Thomas Lepretre – JEC, VP Events, Sales & Operations
Panel discusssions with companies focusing on sustanibility / circularity
Moderator: Benjamin Debuschere JEC
Zoltek : https://zoltek.com/
3.30 – 4.00PM Conference Session 2 Advanced Composite Solutions for Resilient and Sustainable Water Infrastructure
Main Stage
4.00 – 5.00PM: Conference Session 1: Building the future. Advanced Materials for construction & Infrastructure
Main Stage
As Saudi Arabia advances some of the world’s most ambitious construction and urban development programmes, advanced composite materials are becoming critical enablers of durability, efficiency and design flexibility.
Exploring how lightweight and corrosion resistant materials are supporting next generation buildings, mobility systems, utilities and mega projects. Senior representatives from leading development entities will outline their material priorities, performance expectations, localisation ambitions as well as cost efficiency throughout the lifecycle.
The discussion will also address lifecycle performance, sustainability targets and how the construction supply chain must evolve to meet national infrastructure goals.
DAY 2 - Wednesday May 6th 2026
9.30 – 10.30 AM: Conference Session 2: Trends and materials Shaping Marine, Defense, and Aerospace in GCC
Main Stage
Marine, defence and aerospace sectors are central to the GCC’s industrial diversification and national capability strategies. This session will examine how advanced composites are enabling performance gains, weight reduction and enhanced durability across air, naval and security platforms.
Speakers will address localisation targets, certification challenges, industrial partnerships and the development of regional supply chains. The session will provide insight into how material innovation aligns with national security priorities and long term manufacturing competitiveness.
Speakers:
Saudi Aerospace Co
GAMI
Intra Defense Technologies
Zamil Shipyards
Drone Manufacturers
National Industrial Development Center
10.30 – 12.00 PM: ENERCOMP SESSION
Mezzanine Meeting room
A technical session led by Saudi institutions that showcases the full non-metallic pipeline ecosystem in the Kingdom.
– Operational Opportunities
– Processing and Manufacturing
1.30 – 3:30PM: Enercomp session 2
Mezzanine Meeting room
A technical session led by Saudi institutions that showcases the full non-metallic pipeline ecosystem in the Kingdom.
– Controlling the Operations
– Education and Workforce Development
3. 30PM – 4.30 pm: Conference Session 3: Energy Transformation adjusting Materials and Supply Chains for Wind, Solar, Oil and Gas
Main Stage
The global energy transition and Saudi Arabia’s diversification strategy are reshaping material demand across oil and gas, wind and solar sectors. This session will explore how composite materials enable corrosion resistance, weight reduction and enhanced durability in both traditional and renewable energy systems.
Speakers will also address the critical issue of supply chain localisation, examining how regional manufacturing, material qualification and industrial partnerships must evolve to support large scale renewable deployment while strengthening existing oil and gas infrastructure
16:30 JEC Forum Middle East closing
DAY 3 - Thursday May 7th 2026
Manufacturing site visits around Riyadh
Please note that the full conference program is under construction and will be updated regularly as speakers and topics are confirmed.
The AVK Composites
Market Report
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Keynote
Speeches
Get inspired by our keynote speakers, industry leaders, innovators, and influencers who've shaped the composites landscape.
Workshop Sessions
run by Suppliers
Engage in interactive workshops with event suppliers to explore new technologies and discuss with experts.
JEC Startups’
Innovation Session
Witness the latest innovations in the composites industry through the JEC Startups’ Innovation Session, featuring 5 innovative startups.
The AVK Awards
Ceremony
Celebrate innovation at the AVK Awards Ceremony, honoring composites industry visionaries and pioneers. Recognize outstanding contributions.
NETWORKING
PARTY
All participants with an access pass will be invited to the networking party
on October 22nd, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 10 PM.
Please note that all the details of these programs will be regularly updated on our website. We encourage you to visit our website frequently to stay informed about the latest program updates.
In the meantime, we invite you to explore the programs from our previous edition in 2023, which can be found below. While these programs serve as a reference, please keep in mind that future editions will offer fresh and exciting content, tailored to meet the evolving needs of the composites industry.