Save the Date!
Join pipeline data professionals from around the world at the PODS Global Summit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 29-30, 2027.
Bridging Pipelines and Innovation
Following the success of our recent forums in Dubai and Doha, the PODS Global Summit returns to the region in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, bringing together operators, service providers, and technology leaders to explore the future of pipeline data management.
The Summit will include:
- Technical presentations from industry experts
- Panel discussions tackling today’s challenges and opportunities
- Networking sessions to share knowledge, best practices, and innovations
Whether you’re focused on asset management, integrity management, or risk assessment, this MENA Global Summit offers practical insights on leveraging the PODS data model to strengthen your pipeline operations.
Registration opening soon — check back for details.
Principal Partner

Welcome to the PODS Global Summit Abu Dhabi 2027
Global Summit Abu Dhabi 2027 Agenda
The agenda below is a preliminary draft based on the format of recent MENA Global Summits (Dubai 2025, Doha 2026). Confirmed speakers, sessions, and timing will be announced closer to the event.
Monday – March 29, 2027 (Full Day)
8:00 AM – Coffee & Check-In
8:30 AM – Welcome & PODS Updates (Speaker to be announced)
9:15 AM – Keynote Presentation from Esri
10:00 AM – PODS MENA Chapter Meeting (Led by ADNOC and Petro IT)
10:45 AM – Award Ceremony (Award & recipient to be announced)
11:00 AM – Break & Networking
11:15 AM – Technical Panel: Fundamental Understanding of PODS 7 & Modules
12:15 PM – Zuhr Prayer Break
12:30 PM – Lunch
1:30 PM – Technical Presentation (Speaker & topic to be announced)
2:15 PM – Technical Presentation (Speaker & topic to be announced)
3:00 PM – Panel: Lessons Learned on PODS Migrations/Implementations
3:45 PM – Asr Prayer Break
4:05 PM – Pipeline Technology Conference (PTC) & Global Women in Pipeline Presentation
4:45 PM – Wrap Up & Preview of Day Two
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Tuesday – March 30, 2027 (Half Day – Morning, Operators Only)
8:00 AM – Coffee & Check-In
8:30 AM – Operator Only Session
This session will be closed to Service Companies, Vendors and Software Companies. Facilitator to be announced. This session will offer Operator Companies a chance to discuss what matters most to them, share innovations and hurdles, and hear insights from other Operators worldwide.
11:30 AM – Closing Remarks
12:00 PM – Summit Concludes
Full agenda details, including confirmed speakers and sessions, will be announced closer to the event.

