ADIPEC 2026 Abu Dhabi: Energy Show Guide and Attendee List
By Ilyas Kerbal,
ADIPEC is the world’s largest energy event. Hosted by ADNOC in Abu Dhabi, it reports more than 239,000 exhibition attendees, over 2,250 exhibiting companies, 54 national and international oil companies, 30 country pavilions and 1,800+ speakers. The 2026 edition takes place from 2 to 5 November at ADNEC. If you sell into oil, gas or the energy transition, the ADIPEC attendee list puts NOC buyers, EPCs and service companies in front of you in one file.
ADIPEC at a glance
| Industry | Oil, gas & energy |
| City | Abu Dhabi, UAE |
| Venue | ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi |
| Dates | November, 2026: 2–5 Nov |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Moves between cities? | No, always Abu Dhabi |
| Typical scale | ~200,000 attendees · ~2,200 exhibitors |
| Visitor ticket | US$60 advance / US$120 on show days (visitor pass) |
| App / platform | Official ADIPEC app (released close to the event) |
| Official website | adipec.com |
Details checked in October 2026. Dates, prices and venues can change between editions, so confirm on the official ADIPEC website before you book travel.
What is ADIPEC?
The full name is the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition & Conference. It’s rooted in oil and gas but now covers the whole energy system:
- Upstream exploration and production
- Midstream, LNG, gas processing, downstream and refining
- Oilfield services and engineering
- Hydrogen, CCUS and decarbonisation
- Digital, AI and automation for energy
- Maritime and logistics for energy
- Energy finance and investment
The conference side is huge: 380+ sessions across 13 programmes. For national oil companies and their supply chains, it’s one of the main dealmaking weeks of the year.
ADIPEC has run at ADNEC for years; this photo is from the 2013 edition. Photo: Aravind Sivaraj, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Venue and dates
ADIPEC is held every year at the ADNEC Centre on Khaleej Al Arabi Street in Abu Dhabi. The 2026 dates are 2 to 5 November. Hotels in Abu Dhabi get expensive during show week, so book early.
Who attends ADIPEC
| Attendee | What they’re buying or doing | Who should target them |
|---|---|---|
| NOC and IOC executives and engineers (ADNOC, Aramco, Shell, BP, TotalEnergies) | Technology, services, partnerships | Oilfield services, tech and equipment vendors |
| EPC contractors and oilfield service companies | Subcontractors, equipment, software | Equipment makers, engineering software firms |
| Procurement and supply chain managers | Vendor qualification | Suppliers seeking ADNOC and NOC approval |
| Energy ministers, regulators and policymakers | Policy, investment | Consultancies, investment agencies |
| Investors and bankers | Deal flow | Project developers, energy tech startups |
| Technology vendors (AI, digital, automation) | Enterprise customers and partners | Integrators, cloud and data providers |
The strong ADNOC procurement presence is one reason suppliers come back every year.
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Ticket prices
| Pass | Price (2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Exhibition visitor pass | US$60 in advance | Rises to US$120 on show days |
| Conference delegate pass | On request | Two tiers; contact [email protected] |
| Global Energy Club | Invitation only | For ministers and C-suite |
Under-18s are not admitted, and security is strict.
The ADIPEC app
ADIPEC publishes an official mobile app close to the event for the agenda, floor plans and networking. It’s well organised. The catch is timing and format: the app usually arrives late, and it’s built for browsing and messaging inside the platform, not for exporting a target list to your CRM. Because meetings at ADIPEC really have to be pre-booked, you need your list weeks before the app goes live.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Senior, high-budget energy decision-makers | Paid passes that rise on show days |
| Huge exhibitor base for prospecting | Expensive Abu Dhabi hotels |
| Massive conference programme and media profile | Oil and gas focus can overshadow transition topics |
| Strong ADNOC procurement presence | Meetings must be pre-booked |
| Well-organised venue and app | No under-18s, strict security |
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How to prepare for ADIPEC
- Buy your pass early at US$60 instead of US$120.
- Segment by buyer type: NOCs, EPCs and service companies need different messages.
- Start outreach in early October. Executives’ calendars fill a month ahead.
- Use the conference agenda to find speakers in your niche and request short meetings.
- Prepare vendor registration details if you want to work with ADNOC or other NOCs.
- Log every conversation in your CRM daily. Energy sales cycles are long, so notes matter.
FAQ
When is ADIPEC 2026?
From 2 to 5 November 2026 at ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi.
How much does an ADIPEC visitor pass cost?
US$60 in advance or US$120 during show days (2026). Conference passes are priced on request.
Can under-18s attend ADIPEC?
No, under-18s are not admitted.
How do I get the ADIPEC attendee list?
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Sources
Photo credits
- Cover image: Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC), Abu Dhabi, UAE by Aravind Sivaraj, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- In-article image: Mercedes Benz 230 (Right) displayed at ADIPEC 2013 by Aravind Sivaraj, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
