20th Annual GPCA Forum

Marking its 20th anniversary, the Annual GPCA Forum returns to Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, from 22–24 November 2026 as the region’s flagship gathering for the global chemical industry. Held under the theme “Persistence with Purpose: Built to Endure,” the forum will convene global CEOs, policymakers, industry leaders, and experts to address how the industry can strengthen resilience, enhance competitiveness, and sustain long-term impact in a rapidly evolving environment.

The forum is further strengthened by a suite of integrated platforms designed to translate strategy into action across the value chain. The GPCA StartUp Nexus connects industry with deployment-ready innovations, the GPCA Solutions Xchange enables peer-to-peer exchange on scalable solutions, and the GPCA Sustainability Pavilion showcases how resilience is being built in practice through technology, systems, and innovation. In parallel, the GPCA Youth Forum focuses on developing the next generation of industry talent, while the Women in Chemicals Symposium advances leadership capability, diversity, and the progression of women into senior decision-making roles across the sector.