GPCA Podcast

About GPCA Podcast

This podcast is proudly presented by the Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association, the voice of the downstream hydrocarbon industry in the Arabian Gulf. Each episode will provide you with exclusive insights on the latest industry trends, and stimulate conversations, featuring industry leaders and experts from the region and the world.

Publisher

GPCA

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Apr 2021

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

60 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Nurturing the talent of tomorrow

   As the chemical industry enters a period of rapid transformation, its ability to innovate and compete will depend not only on technology and investment, but also on the talent it helps to nurture. From empowering the next generation of leaders to participate in shaping the future of the industry, to equipping them with the right skills to lead with confidence, talent development is a strategic priority directly linked to the industry’s future credibility and license to operate. This episode of the GPCA Podcast will explore how GCC chemical companies can build the talent, skills and capabilities needed to compete in a global market. Our special guest will take listeners through his own career journey and share the insights and experiences that shaped his professional development and enabled him to succeed. The discussion will address the role of mentorship in enabling the next generation of industry leaders and explore the importance of building a culture of workforce empowerment to stay competitive in a fast-moving industry. Guest: Eng. Ala' Al-Shaikh CEO, Basic Chemical Industries (BCI) Host: Mahra AlQubaisi Team Leader, Talent Development, Borouge International | Co-Chair, GPCA Youth Council, Leaders of Tomorrow Sub-Council

2. 

   29 Jul 2026

   What the shift from trade globalization to regionalization means for the chemical industry

   The chemical and petrochemical industry has historically operated in a globalized trade environment, moving products efficiently from its domestic hubs to markets across the world. Over the last decade, the global trade landscape has seen a pronounced shift, leading companies to pivot from hyper-globalized, cost-driven models to more localized, resilience-focused, and agile regional networks. Driven by escalating trade wars, volatile energy costs, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, companies are increasingly reshoring essential production and shortening supply chains to ensure security of supply and maintain regulatory compliance. In this new trade reality, is regionalization going to replace globalization, or are we moving toward a new hybrid model of global trade? This episode of the GPCA Podcast features Ahmad Al Saleh, Global Business Director, Ethylene Glycol at EQUATE Petrochemical Company and Chairman of the GPCA International Trade Committee. Together, they explore the growing role of regionalization and what it means for the future of the chemical industry. The conversation covers changing trade flows, supply chain resilience, evolving regulatory frameworks, geopolitical considerations, and the GCC's growing strategic importance as a global chemicals hub. It also examines how industry leaders are adapting their strategies to remain competitive in an increasingly complex global market. This episode of the GPCA Podcast was recorded on 23 July 2026.

3. 

   23 Jun 2026

   Energy, geopolitics and the new trade reality

   In today’s world, the flow of energy and goods is continuously being reshaped by a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape. Recent events have reminded us how deeply intertwined energy systems, trade routes, and geopolitics have become — and how quickly vulnerabilities can surface across supply chains. This episode of the GPCA Podcast features Dr. Anas F. Alhajji, Managing Partner, Energy Outlook Advisors LLC, in conversation with Slavka Atanasova, Communications Consultant, GPCA. Dr. Alhajji is a renowned expert in energy economics, focusing on oil, natural gas, and energy geopolitics to explore the new era of energy security, demand and supply. As part of an engaging conversation, we take a closer look at how regional and global energy dynamics are evolving, what new risks are emerging, and how organizations can rethink resilience in an increasingly fragmented world. Ultimately, the conversation highlights a fundamental shift: supply chains are no longer just about moving products efficiently — they are about safeguarding continuity, competitiveness, and stability in an era defined by uncertainty. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guest speaker and do not necessarily reflect the official position of GPCA, its members, Board, or Secretariat.  *This episode was recorded on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. The discussion reflects the information available at the time of recording. The GPCA Podcast is designed as an open knowledge-sharing platform that brings together industry leaders, experts, and diverse voices to exchange insights, challenge perspectives, and discuss the key issues shaping the chemical and petrochemical industry in the GCC and globally. By hosting these conversations, GPCA aims to encourage constructive dialogue, thought leadership, and informed debate, while recognizing that individual guest views remain their own. https://www.gpca.org.ae/gpca-podcast/ (https://www.gpca.org.ae/gpca-podcast/)

Who has been a guest on GPCA Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Haitham Fouad
• Mohamed Daoud
• Hamad Qaed
• Dalal Alhooli
• Lama N. Al Otaibi

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.7 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 21 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

15

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

68

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