Chemorbis Global Petrochemicals Conference '25

Agenda
08:00-09:30 | Registration 📝 & Breakfast ☕ |
09:30-9:40 | Event Sponsor’s Welcome Address |
9:40-10:20 | Turkey Amid Local and Global Winds
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10:20-11:00 | Tariff Wars: What Do They Mean for the Polyolefin World
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11:00-11:10 | Q & A and Lucky Draw |
11:10-11:40 | Coffee Break ☕ |
11:40-12:10 | Global vs. Regional Power Plays: The Battle for Polyethylene Market Dominance
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12:10 -12:40 | Polypropylene in Transition: How Asia, North America, and Europe Shape the Polypropylene Market. Turkiye in the Pivot Role
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12:40-12:50 | Q & A and Lucky Draw |
12:50-13:50 | Lunch Break 🍽️ |
13:50-14:20 | Balancing Sustainability and Profitability: The Tug-of-War Between Virgin and Recycled PET
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14:20-14:50 | PS – A Revival Story
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14:50-15:00 | Q & A and Lucky Draw |
15:00-15:30 | Coffee Break ☕ |
15:30-16:00 | PVC in Smooth Drive: Sustainability, Market Shifts, and the Future of Global Trade
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16:00-16:30 | Converters Opportunities and Risks in the Volatile Industry |
16:30-17:00 | Q & A and Conference Closing Remarks |
Event Sponsor
About Rönesans Group
Rönesans Holding, the conglomerate's leading investment entity headquartered in Ankara, is the 53rd largest international contracting company globally and one of the largest in Europe. With operations spanning 30 countries across Europe, Central Asia, and Africa, including subsidiaries such as Ballast Nedam in the Netherlands and Heitkamp Industrial Solutions GmbH in Germany, Rönesans has been operating as the main contractor and investor successfully for more than 30 years in construction, real estate, concession, renewable energy and industrials.
Putting resilience and growth through innovation at the core of the company, with a priority on sustainability and social development, Rönesans has developed projects supporting students with scholarships, academic platforms and initiatives; been a signatory of the UN Global Compact since 2015; and a signatory of the UN Women's Empowerment Principles since 2016.
Under the leadership of its Honorary President, Erman Ilıcak, Rönesans, along with its partners GIC, Meridiam Infrastructure, Sojitz, Samsung C&T, TotalEnergies, and IFC of the World Bank Group (minority shareholder in the group), has invested more than EUR 8 billion into pioneering projects globally.
About DAPEK – Ceyhan Petrochemical Industrial Zone
Located on 1,300 hectares in Ceyhan/Adana, Türkiye, the DAPEK Zone is set to become a major industrial hub for the Eastern Mediterranean, supported by a container port and liquid bulk terminal. The zone will house a $2 billion investment in a polypropylene (PP) production plant in partnership with Sonatrach, as well as a terminal facility developed with Stolt-Nielsen Limited for liquid bulk chemicals. These ongoing projects, which represent one of the largest private sector investments in Türkiye to date, are scheduled to become operational in 2027.
DAPEK is operated and managed by Rönesans. Rönesans encourages and supports high value-added investments and collaborations that contribute to the region’s development.
Logistics & Surveillance Sponsor
BOYKAN was established in 2004 by experts, who have been providing customs clearance services to the plastics and chemicals industries since 1994, with a fast, high-quality, reliable and boutique service approach. Today, it continues to support its customers with its professional perspective, widespread service network, 100 expert and experienced employees, principles, innovative approach, ever-increasing energy, and leadership goal.
Since its establishment, it has constantly prioritized technological infrastructure and innovations to meet the needs of its customers according to their expectations and has been a pioneer in its industry in this regard. In addition to its main field of activity being customs consultancy, BOYKAN also provides sectoral legislation consultancy as well as supportive and complementary services with its partners in various areas of the supply chain such as transportation, storage and domestic distribution services of related products. It responds to all customs procedures needs of its customers, including local and international manufacturers, suppliers and industrialists, in the fastest and most accurate way.
BOYKAN, headquartered in Istanbul, has expanded its field of activity with contact offices in Ambarlı, Muratbey, Derince, Dilovası, İzmir, Mersin and İskenderun and has the opportunity to provide services with its own staff in almost every region of Turkey.
BOYKAN opened its bonded warehouse in a 10,000 m2 closed area affiliated to Dilovası Customs Directorate in Tepeören, Istanbul, on 18.01.2023, also has started the free storage service at the same address in 2024 and taken another step in providing integrated logistics service to its customers.
For sponsorship opportunities, please email info@chemorbis.com or contact your ChemOrbis Sales Representative.
About
Welcome to the Global Petrochemicals Conference 2025!
Unlocking Insights, Forging Connections
Date: September 18, 2025
Location: Istanbul, Türkiye
Why Attend?
- Unveil Market Dynamics: Discover the latest insights on polymer industry trends, supply-demand dynamics, and near-term outlook. From costs to margins, we’ve got you covered.
- Navigate Transformation: Geopolitical tensions, environmental challenges, and competitive shifts - learn how to survive and thrive in the ever-evolving landscape.
- Sustainability Matters: Dive into advanced recycling, carbon asset management, voluntary compliance markets, and the EU ETS. Explore sustainable practices that redefine global trade.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry peers, forge partnerships, and exchange ideas. Coffee breaks and Q&A sessions await!
Who Should Attend?
- Plastic end product manufacturers
- Plastic end product buyers
- Polymer producers
- Polymer traders and distributors
- Recyclers
- Compounders and additive producers
- Machinery and equipment manufacturers
- Logistics companies, freight forwarders and customs brokers
- Financial institutions
Conference Facts
- Rich content covering various products and geographies from industry players, market members and ChemOrbis market analysts
- 36 global conferences in Asia, Europe, Middle East and Africa since 2010
- 59 countries with 5400+ participants
Conference Participant Profile
- Senior profiles, 66.5% of which are company owners, C-level executives and managers
- 39% of the participants are plastic end product manufacturers (unique in the industry)

Past Conferences
Previous Conferences
Chemorbis Global Petrochemicals Conference 2024
ChemOrbis Global Petrochemicals Conference
ChemOrbis Asia 8th Petrochemicals Conference
Venue

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Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus is a premier destination for luxury accommodations in Istanbul. Nestled along the iconic Bosphorus Strait, Four Seasons Hotel Bosphorus offers unparalleled views and an unforgettable experience.
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Contact Info
- Çırağan Cad. NO. 28, Beşiktaş, İSTANBUL
- +90 (212) 381 40 00
- https://www.fourseasons.com/bosphorus/