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ADIPEC 2026 Concludes With Estimated 67 Billion Dollars in Energy Deals

The 42nd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference concluded on November 5, 2026, generating over 50,000 deals valued at an estimated $67 billion. The four-day event hosted by ADNOC drew 240,000 attendees and 2,260 exhibiting companies across 16 halls. China was among the top three nations with the highest number of commercial exhibitors alongside the United States and Italy.

Published Source: Emirates News Agency
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The 42nd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) concluded on November 5, 2026, generating more than 50,000 deals valued at an estimated $67 billion, according to the Emirates News Agency.

Hosted by ADNOC, the four-day conference welcomed 240,000 attendees from 170 countries, as well as over 40 government ministers. A total of 2,260 companies exhibited across 16 halls, with China, the United States, and Italy fielding the largest numbers of commercial exhibitors.

Asian representation increased during the event, with participation rising 12% year-on-year to 353 exhibiting entities, reflecting expanding trade, investment, and supply ties between the Gulf and Asia.

Additionally, the exhibition's dedicated AI Zone expanded by 20%, featuring energy infrastructure software, advanced robotics, and automation technologies.

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