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Visionary Keynotes
Global leaders share bold insights on reliability, innovation, and sustainability in asset management.
Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Innovation & Technology Conference
Innovating for a Resilient Future
Practical insights, expert-led sessions, and world-class networking for maintenance, engineering, reliability and asset performance leaders.
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Why MERIT 2026?
- Visionary keynotes and expert-led technical sessions.
- Interactive panels bridging engineering, IT and operations.
- Innovation & solutions showcase featuring next‑gen tools.
- Networking designed to build meaningful connections.
Explore Program
Event by Muntadaa Global
About the conference
A movement toward progress, innovation, and shared excellence
MERIT 2026 brings together bright minds and forward-thinking organisations to explore practical solutions that tackle real industry challenges—through keynotes, technical sessions, panels and hands-on learning.
Vision of the Conference
MERIT aspires to be a catalyst for transformation in the oil and gas sector, fostering a community where professionals push boundaries through innovative maintenance, reliability, and asset management practices.
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Drive Impact
Empower attendees to implement game‑changing strategies.
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Connect & Collaborate
Bridge gaps between experts and practitioners.
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Innovate & Elevate
Showcase cutting‑edge solutions shaping the future.
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Actionable Outcomes
Deliver takeaways that boost operational efficiency.
3 Days • Conference
1 Day • Workshop
3 Days of Energy, Ideas, and Impact
Insightful keynotes, interactive sessions and real-world case studies designed to drive innovation and excellence across maintenance & reliability.
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Asset Categories
What to expect
High-impact sessions, real-world strategies, and networking without limits
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Insightful Technical Sessions
From maintenance to mastery—strategies driving performance improvement, predictive analytics, and digital twins.
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Interactive Panel Dialogues
Bridging technology & talent, net-zero assets, and digital agility in an evolving energy landscape.
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Innovation & Solutions Showcase
A hands-on exhibition featuring next-gen tools, software, and technologies transforming reliability practices.
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Networking Without Limits
Structured meetups, leadership luncheons, roundtables, and evening receptions to build meaningful connections.
Conference focus
Themes shaping the next era of industrial excellence
Five key focus pillars guide the MERIT 2026 program.
Innovation & Digital Evolution
- AI, IoT & data analytics for smarter maintenance decisions.
- Digital integration and automation for legacy systems.
- Predictive insights for enhanced reliability & performance.
People, Leadership & Cultural Transformation
- Developing next‑gen maintenance & reliability leaders.
- Empowering teams to embrace change in a digital environment.
- Aligning engineering, IT and operations.
Turnarounds, Shutdowns & Operational Resilience
- Best practices for safe, efficient turnaround execution.
- Risk management through data‑backed decision making.
- Learning from successful global turnaround case studies.
Sustainable Operations & Energy Transition
- Embedding sustainability into maintenance and asset strategies.
- Optimising reliability to reduce emissions and waste.
- Exploring energy‑efficient technologies for a cleaner future.
Reliability & Performance Optimization
- Data‑driven programs for asset longevity and uptime.
- Advanced reliability models for proactive decisions.
- Condition‑based strategies to minimise unplanned failures.
Key equipment & asset focus
Core asset categories in focus
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Rotating Machinery
Pumps, compressors, turbines, blowers, gear systems.
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Static & Pressure Systems
Boilers, vessels, exchangers, piping infrastructure.
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Electrical & Power Assets
Transformers, generators, motors, switchgear.
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Instrumentation & Control
Valves, sensors, PLCs, control panels.
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HVAC & Utility Infrastructure
Cooling towers, chillers, air handling units.
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Process & Specialty Equipment
Centrifuges, mixers, reactors, kilns, turbomachinery.
People
Keynote Workshop Leader, Guest speaker, advisory committee & esteemed speakers
Keynote & Workshop Leader
Guest Speaker
Esteemed Advisory Committee
Esteemed Speakers
Post‑conference
Workshop • 16 April 2026
A focused workshop designed for maintenance, reliability and operations professionals to translate MERIT learnings into actionable strategies.
Workshop Objectives
- Translate learnings into real‑world reliability improvement plans.
- Understand predictive tools for asset lifecycle performance.
- Build practical skills in condition monitoring and data interpretation.
- Identify cost reduction and risk mitigation opportunities.
Who Should Attend
Maintenance & reliability engineers
Plant & operations managers
Asset management professionals
Digital transformation leaders
Key Learning Points
- Reliability metrics to enhance scheduling and decision making.
- Building integrated dashboards for continuous monitoring.
- Using AI & IoT to automate data collection and reporting.
- Hands‑on case studies demonstrating measurable gains.
Audience
Who is this conference for?
Designed to deliver meaningful insights for every level of the maintenance & reliability ecosystem.
Job Titles
- Chief Executive Officer
- Senior Vice President / Vice President
- General Manager
- Plant / Department Manager
- Superintendent
- Reliability / Maintenance Engineer
- Technical Specialist / Technician
- Plant / Field Operator
Departments
- Reliability
- Maintenance
- Engineering
- Operations
- IT / OT
- Technical Support
- Asset Performance Management
- Operational Excellence
- Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance
Industries
- Oil & Gas
- Refining & Petrochemicals
- Mining & Metals
- Utilities & Energy
- Aviation
- Manufacturing & Industrial Production
Share your work
Call for Papers — MERIT 2026
Submit innovative ideas, practical experiences and technology advancements that help transform maintenance and reliability outcomes.
Submission Details
- Abstract length: 200–250 words (topic, objectives, value).
- Include names and details of all contributors and the proposed presenter.
- Choose a format: Technical Presentation / Workshop / Panel Discussion.
Send your submissions to:
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Event details
Conference
13–15 April 2026
Workshop
16 April 2026
Location
Kuwait
Website
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