Kuwait to Host Key Oil & Gas Conferences: Digital Transformation

In a major step toward reinforcing its global standing in the energy sector, Kuwait is gearing up to host two high-profile conferences this September under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Tariq Suleiman Al-Roumi, Minister of Oil, and His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Nimr Fahad Al Malik Al Sabah, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Oil. These events underscore Kuwait’s ambition to emerge as a leader in energy innovation and industrial excellence on the international stage.

Two Landmark Events at the Forefront of Energy Transformation

Scheduled to take place at the Jumeirah Messilah Hotel in Kuwait, the 2nd Digital Transformation Kuwait Oil & Gas Conference will be held from 8–9 September 2025. It will be followed by the inaugural Asset Integrity and Process Safety Kuwait Conference from 10–11 September 2025. These back-to-back events are designed to serve as catalysts for driving the country’s evolving energy strategy.

Official Support and Global Participation

Organized by the Ministry of Oil – Kuwait, with the support of key national entities including the Kuwait Oil Company and the Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company, both conferences are positioned as official industry platforms. Each event is expected to attract over 500 senior leaders, more than 40 subject-matter experts, and upwards of 50 international and regional solution providers. Together, these gatherings will shape dialogue around cutting-edge practices and technological advancements in Kuwait’s energy ecosystem.

Official Statement from the Ministry of Oil – Kuwait: “At the Ministry of Oil, we recognize that advancing digital transformation, asset integrity, and process safety is not only vital to the resilience of Kuwait’s energy infrastructure but also to the realization of our long-term national development goals. These priorities underpin our efforts to build a future-ready oil and gas sector—one that is safe, efficient, and globally competitive.”

“As part of this mission, the Ministry of Oil proudly hosts the 2nd Digital Transformation Kuwait Oil & Gas Conference and the Asset Integrity & Process Safety in Oil & Gas Conference – Kuwait. These conferences serve as national platforms for collaboration, thought leadership, and knowledge-sharing, bringing together global and regional experts, industry leaders, and government entities to chart a collective path toward smarter, safer, and more sustainable energy systems.”

Driving Digital Innovation in Oil and Gas

The second edition of the Digital Transformation Kuwait Oil & Gas Conference aims to deepen the conversation around the country’s digitalisation agenda. It will spotlight the integration of artificial intelligence, advanced automation, digital twin technologies, and predictive analytics across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations. The conference will also explore the role of cyber resilience in ensuring operational continuity in an increasingly connected energy landscape.

Prioritising Asset Integrity and Process Safety

The introduction of the Asset Integrity and Process Safety Kuwait Conference marks a new chapter in Kuwait’s industrial development strategy. This dedicated forum will focus on enhancing infrastructure reliability, strengthening process safety standards, and implementing robust asset integrity frameworks. The discussions will provide industry leaders with practical insights to improve operational performance and manage risk across vital energy facilities.

Kuwait Oil Company (KOC), a key contributor to Kuwait’s energy transformation, welcomed the initiative: “KOC remains committed in its dedication to driving digital transformation across the energy cycle. The 2nd Kuwait Digital Transformation Oil & Gas Conference is more than an event; it is a demonstration of our leadership in adopting cutting-edge technologies and fostering collaboration that will define the future of Kuwait’s oil and gas industry.” Mohammad Al-Abdeljalil, Deputy CEO (Planning & Innovation), Kuwait Oil Company (KOC).

Huawei shared its perspective on the importance of digital transformation within Kuwait’s energy sector, underscoring its continued collaboration with stakeholders to support Kuwait’s evolving digital agenda:

“As a global ICT leader, Huawei is committed to enabling oil and gas enterprises with secure, intelligent, and future-ready infrastructure. We look forward to contributing our expertise in AI, cloud, and 5G at this strategic conference, helping accelerate Kuwait’s digital energy vision.” Jeff Zhu, CEO, Huawei Kuwait.