The 4th Edition of the Middle East Metallurgy Corrosion and Coatings Expo (MECOC EXPO 2025) has successfully concluded, leaving an indelible mark on the energy sector. Held January 14 – 16, 2025, at the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, the event exceeded expectations, bringing together key industry leaders, innovators, and experts to discuss the future of energy, sustainability, and advanced materials, notes a press release from the organizers.

Under the theme “Towards a Sustainable Future for the Energy Industry,” MECOC EXPO 2025 hosted over 60 distinguished speakers who shared their expertise across three major conference tracks: Future Steel, Non-Metallic Materials, and Corrosion and Coatings. The conference covered cutting-edge solutions aimed at addressing the rapidly evolving challenges in the energy sector.

The opening session was eloquently hosted by Mr Mamdouh Al Aidarous, a highly regarded expert in the oil and gas industry, while the exhibition was officially inaugurated by Conference Executive Chairman, Mr Juma Al Maskari, Vice President of Maintenance at ADNOC Distribution, marking a prestigious beginning to the conference.

Keynote speeches by industry luminaries such as Dr Gunther Voswinckel, President of the International Tube Association; Dr Hanan Farhat, Senior Research Director at QEERI; and Mr Hussain N. Al Binali, Manager for Non-Metallic Engineering at Saudi Aramco, captivated the audience with their insights on the future of material technologies, sustainability initiatives, and operational excellence.

The exhibition component of the event featured over 30 leading companies, including Sigma Paints, Aspen Aerogels, and Future Pipe Industries. Exhibitors presented the latest innovations in metallurgy, corrosion management, and non-metallic materials, providing attendees with a comprehensive look at technologies poised to transform the energy industry. 

A highlight of MECOC EXPO 2025 was the prestigious MECOC Awards, celebrating excellence in the energy sector across both the End User and Vendor categories. The winners were recognized for their outstanding contributions in advancing corrosion, coatings, steel, and non-metallic materials technologies.