The world’s premier global energy gathering, where 25,000 industry leaders will shape dialogue, innovation, and collaboration across the international energy sector, will now convene from 11-15 October 2026, in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Under the theme ‘Pathways to an Energy Future for All,’ the Congress will bring together ministers, CEOs, policymakers, engineers, and innovators to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities shaping the energy sector.
Hosted in the Kingdom for the first time in its 93-year history, the Congress will form one of the highlights of Energy Week in Riyadh which will showcase Saudi Arabia’s leadership in the global energy landscape while convening the international community to explore practical pathways towards a secure, reliable, and inclusive energy future for all.
A flagship event of WPC Energy and hosted by the Ministry of Energy, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Congress remains committed to delivering a world-class programme and exhibition that brings together people, purpose, and progress to shape the future of energy.
Pedro Miras, President of WPC Energy, said:
“The WPC Energy Congress has always been a unique platform where the global energy community comes together to exchange ideas and build enduring partnerships. We are delighted to convene the 25th Congress in Riyadh for the first time and deeply appreciate the leadership and hospitality of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in hosting this landmark event. The new dates in October will enable the Congress to bring together the widest international participation and ensure that this gathering fully reflects the global dialogue and collaboration that define the WPC Energy Congress.”
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The 25th WPC Energy Congress marks the first time that the event will take place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and be hosted by the Ministry of Energy, KSA.
Taking place during a critical period for global energy cooperation, the five-day Congress will serve as a major international platform for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration across the evolving energy landscape. The event will feature around 100 ministers, 800 speakers and a 50,000 sqm exhibition with 500+ exhibitors, including many of the world’s leading energy companies and organisations. Sponsors include SABIC, Saudi Energy, Principal Buyer, Gasco, QatarEnergy, Baker Hughes, Hitachi, Shell, Siemens Energy, TAQA, The Arab Energy Fund, Arabian Fal, ExxonMobil, Halliburton, and Tasnee, among others.
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