Petrochemical Industry Overview
Consultant/Trainer: Consultant/Trainer: Anwar Tatariya
The petrochemical sector is at a crossroads, facing unprecedented challenges in sustainability, market volatility, and innovation. This course offers the insights and strategies you need to overcome these obstacles, optimize your operations, and lead with confidence.
Book your spot today and tackle the industry’s biggest challenges head-on.
Cost
Location
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Dates
TBD
About the Trainer
Anwar Tatariya brings over 25 years of expertise in Petroleum Supply Chain Management, with a focus on Refinery Economics, Planning, Scheduling & Blending, and Energy Management. His extensive experience includes leading optimization projects for global leaders, as well as developing advanced planning models for refineries across the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Anwar’s deep knowledge of refinery operations and process optimization makes him uniquely qualified to guide professionals through the challenges of the petrochemical industry, including supply chain optimization, energy management, and cost reduction.
Participants
This course is ideal for individuals who are new to the petrochemical industry and want to build a solid foundation of essential knowledge.
- Engineers & Technicians who are just starting in the petrochemical sector and looking to expand their industry understanding.
- Operations Managers & Supervisors who are new to the field and want to improve their grasp of production processes and efficiency.
- Executives & Decision Makers at the beginning of their journey in the petrochemical industry, seeking to stay informed about emerging trends.
- Regulatory & Compliance Professionals new to the industry, needing up-to-date insights on standards and regulations.
- Business Development Professionals looking to understand the industry landscape and identify potential growth opportunities.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will understand the petrochemical value chain, gaining insights into every step from raw materials to finished products. You will be able to identify key industry challenges such as market volatility, sustainability, and regulatory compliance, and learn strategies to optimize refinery operations in areas like planning, scheduling, and blending. The course will provide you with industry best practices and the latest technologies to enhance operational excellence. You will also learn how to develop practical solutions to overcome common issues such as supply chain disruptions and energy management. Finally, you will gain the tools to stay ahead of market trends, particularly in areas like sustainability and digital transformation, ensuring you remain competitive in the ever-evolving petrochemical sector.
Day 1:
- Introduction to petrochemical industry
- Petrochemicals – products and uses
- Feedstocks – composition and preparation
- Chemicals from:
- Paraffins – methane, ethane, propane, butane
Day 2:
- Chemicals from:
- Olefins – ethylene, propylene, butylene, diolefins, acetylene
- Aromatics – benzene, toluene, xylene, ethylbenzene
- Non-hydrocarbons – synthesis gas, hydrogen, sulphuric acid
- Polymers:
- Introduction
- Polymerization processes
- Polymer types and uses
Programme
Day 1:
- Introduction to petrochemical industry
- Petrochemicals – products and uses
- Feedstocks – composition and preparation
- Chemicals from:
- Paraffins – methane, ethane, propane, butane
Day 2:
- Chemicals from:
- Olefins – ethylene, propylene, butylene, diolefins, acetylene
- Aromatics – benzene, toluene, xylene, ethylbenzene
- Non-hydrocarbons – synthesis gas, hydrogen, sulphuric acid
- Polymers:
- Introduction
- Polymerization processes
- Polymer types and uses