Overview

2022 International Petrochemical Conference

Sunday, March 27 - Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Grand Hyatt San Antonio
600 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

International Petrochemical Conference

The International Petrochemical Conference (IPC) is the world's largest and most prestigious conference representing the petrochemical industry.

The meeting consists of sessions covering key political, economic, and environmental issues affecting the petrochemical industry.  The sessions emphasize global competitiveness in the petrochemical business and are presented by recognized experts in the areas of petrochemical markets, economics, and politics.

Conference Highlights:

Monday AM General Session

Feedstocks, Energy and CapEx Panel


Mark Eramo
IHS Markit


Paige Morse
Argus


Steve Zinger
Wood Mackenzie

Government Policy Panel


Mark Lashier
Chevron Phillips Chemical


Luke Kissam
Albemarle Corporation 


Michael Nagle
INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA    

Monday PM General Session


Jaana Remes
McKinsey & Company

Paul Bjacek                 
Accenture

Tuesday Petrochemical Forum

Jay Baron
Quality Associates

Kurt Barrow             
IHS Markit
Swaminathan Gopalswamy
Texas A&M
Florian Schattenmann
The Dow Chemical Company

 


 


Swaminathan Gopalswamy
Texas A&M

Conference Highlights:

International Petrochemical Luncheon Speaker: 


Chuck Hagel, U.S. Secretary of Defense (2013-2015)
Tuesday, March 28, 2017 - 11:30am

General Session Speakers: 
Monday, March 27, 2017 - 2:00pm

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International Base Oils & Waxes Conference

The International Base Oils & Waxes Conference (BOW) will take place in conjunction with IPC. It is intended to provide technical and marketing information and case studies on petroleum-based waxes and base oils. The conference brings together the leading vendors, adopters, and developers of petrochemicals and base oils in an event that stresses learning, sharing and problem solving.

Save $100 on registration fees by registering by February 21st.

Online registration closes March 13th.

Sunday March 27, 2022
08:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Registration
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Monday March 28, 2022
07:30 AM - 08:00 AM
Breakfast
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Registration
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Base Oils and Waxes Session
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday March 29, 2022
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Registration
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Time Title
08:00 AM - 07:00 PM
Registration
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Time Title
07:30 AM - 08:00 AM
Breakfast
07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Registration
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Base Oils and Waxes Session
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Time Title
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Registration
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
11:30 AM - 02:00 PM

2022 International Petrochemical Conference

Sunday, March 27 - Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Grand Hyatt San Antonio
600 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Registration


Save $100 on registration fees by registering by February 18.

Registration fees are based on AFPM membership.  If your company is a member of AFPM, you qualify for the member fees.

Registration Fees
Name Price Available To
Member Registration - Early $750.00 Members/Government
Member Registration - Late $850.00 Members/Government
Non-Member Registration - Early $1,250.00 Non-Members
Non-Member Registration - Late $1,350.00 Non-Members
Spouse Registration $100.00

Advance Program and Registration Form

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Press Registration Requests

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Special Events

All ticketed functions are open to registered attendees only.  Tickets can be purchased at time of online registration.  To purchase tickets after registration is completed, click Register Now, and add the tickets you wish to purchase without making any other changes to the registration.  You will only be charged for what has been added.

Tickets must be purchased by March 13th in order to attend the International Petrochemical Luncheon.  No tickets or same-day seating will be available on-site.

Special Events Fees
Name Price Available To
International Petrochemical Luncheon
Luncheon Ticket $125.00 Registered Attendees Only
International Petrochemical Luncheon - Table of 6
Luncheon Table $750.00 Members

2022 International Petrochemical Conference

Sunday, March 27 - Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Grand Hyatt San Antonio
600 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Ticketed Functions:

The International Petrochemical Luncheon is open to registered attendees and registered spouses only. Tickets must be purchased by March 13th in order to attend this function.  No tickets or same-day seating will be available on-site.

Meeting Attire:

Business

Travel:

Taxi: Approximate cost from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to the downtown hotels is $36 one way.

Meeting App:

The AFPM Meeting app contains an up to date attendee list, up-to-the-minute program details, session surveys, speaker information, as well as information regarding hospitality suites. Also, be sure to use the app to connect with attendees at the conference through the special email service provided through the app. The app will be available to registered attendees two (2) weeks before the conference.

 

Housing

Reservations cannot be made prior to registration. If you register before the hotel cut-off date, you will receive a link to make a hotel reservation once your registration is complete. You can also find the link to reserve your housing at the top of your confirmation email.

Be sure to register and reserve your room by February 21st. The room block rate cannot be guaranteed after this date.

New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

Guest Room
Rate: $259.00 Single/Double Occupancy
Deposit: $259.00 Single/Double Occupancy

Guest Room - City View
Rate: $279.00 Single/Double Occupancy
Deposit: $279.00 Single/Double Occupancy

Guest Room - River View
Rate: $299.00 Single/Double Occupancy
Deposit: $299.00 Single/Double Occupancy

Sheraton New Orleans
500 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

Guest Room
Rate: $259.00 Single/Double Occupancy
Deposit: $259.00 Single/Double Occupancy

Guest Room - Club Level
Rate: $309.00 Single/Double Occupancy
Deposit: $309.00 Single/Double Occupancy

JW Marriott New Orleans
614 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

Guest Room
Rate: $297.00 Single/Double Occupancy
Deposit: $297.00 Single/Double Occupancy

Guest Room - Executive Level King
Rate: $321.00 Single/Double Occupancy
Deposit: $321.00 Single/Double Occupancy

By registering for this meeting you signify that you have read, understand, and agree to abide by AFPM's policies on registration, housing, cancellation, spouse/guest registration, and fees.

COVID-19 Safety Protocols
AFPM is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic, CDC guidelines, city/state regulations, and venue practices. Due to the changing nature of these restrictions and requirements, AFPM will release official safety protocols two weeks prior to the conference that all staff and attendees must follow while present at the conference.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination OR negative PCR test required
AFPM values your support of our events. Your health and safety and that of all our registrants is of the utmost importance. Therefore, we have decided to require all in-person participants to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test performed within 72 hours of arrival. This action is part of comprehensive measures taken to protect the health and safety of everyone present at AFPM gatherings and allow us to once again return to face-to-face meetings confidently.

Registration Policy
Those who are present at the site of an AFPM meeting and/or occupy a hotel room in the AFPM room block to conduct business with industry personnel gathered for that meeting are expected to register for that meeting and pay the registration fee, whether or not they attend a specific function.

Member Fee Eligibility
The member rate is based on membership information currently on file with AFPM. If your company is not currently a member, the non-member fees will be charged to your credit card.

Spouse/Guest Policy
A guest is a spouse/significant other, friend or an adult child (18 years old or older) who is not in an industry-related occupation. A co-worker, an associate, or a spouse who works within the industry may not use the Spouse/Guest Registration category.

Cancellation Policy
Registration cancellations must be submitted in writing and emailed to IPC@afpm.org. Substitute conference registrations may be made in advance or on arrival with no penalty. Substitutions can be made online by the individual who entered the registration or can be submitted in writing to IPC@afpm.org.

Cancellations may be made by February 18, 2022 with no penalty. Cancellations must be submitted in writing. Written cancellations postmarked, faxed, or emailed between February 19 and March 4, 2022 will receive a refund of fees, less a $100 processing fee. No refunds after March 4, 2022. No telephone cancellations.

Ticket Refund Policy: Individual
Refunds will be made on individual tickets purchased if request is received in writing on or before March 4, 2022. No refunds after March 4. Ticketed functions are open to registered attendees only.

Ticket Refund Policy: Tables of 6
Refunds will be made on tables of tickets purchased if request is received in writing on or before February 18, 2022. No refunds after February 18. Ticketed functions are open to registered attendees only.

Recording Policy
Video recording, streaming or broadcasting of the exhibit hall, general sessions, workshops and discussions is strictly prohibited. Audio recording is permitted only in the workshops and for the sole purpose of private use. Any recording for purposes of reproduction or distribution without the written consent of the AFPM is strictly prohibited.

Photo Release
By registering for this conference, I hereby grant AFPM, its licensees and assigns, the right to use my name, biographic material, as well as, photos, or videos taken of me during the conference in news media, websites, publications, programs, articles, and/or marketing materials.

AFPM Antitrust Guidelines
AFPM takes its antitrust compliance obligations seriously and our antitrust policy goes beyond the minimum requirements.

To ensure compliance with the antitrust laws and avoid any appearance of anticompetitive activity, every participant in AFPM meetings and AFPM activities must adhere to the AFPM antitrust guidelines.

Therefore, there should be no discussion or disclosure of information with respect to:

  • Individual company's prices, profits, premiums, surcharges, or discounts;

  • your intent to do business with specific customers;

  • proposed product offerings;

  • allocation of geographic or product markets;

  • any refusal to deal with a customer or supplier;

  • how to respond to the market behavior of a competitor;

  • company's non-public, confidential information; or

  • any other topic involving a potentially anticompetitive practice.


It is not only your duty to follow the AFPM policy, but also to affirmatively stop any conversations on impermissible subjects. If a discussion presents an antitrust issue, raise your concern immediately. If the discussion continues, announce that you are leaving the meeting because you have an antitrust concern and immediately report your concern to AFPM staff and legal counsel. These Guidelines apply both during the meeting and at informal social events involving AFPM members.

This reference is an overview of AFPM's Antitrust Guidelines. It is not a substitute for legal counsel. Any and all antitrust related concerns should be addressed to AFPM's General Counsel.

Ethical Responsibility and Professional and Personal Conduct Code
The American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (“AFPM”) has adopted the following “Ethical Responsibility and Professional and Personal Conduct Code” (hereinafter, “the Code”). Every member of AFPM, their designated representatives, and non-member attendees at all AFPM meetings and forums agree to abide by the Code as a condition of membership in AFPM and attendance and participation at AFPM meetings and forums.

The Code requires the following of all individuals attending AFPM meetings and forums:

  • Adherence to the AFPM bylaws and the AFPM policies and procedures, as adopted by AFPM’s Board of Directors.

  • Strict compliance with antitrust laws.

  • Adherence to all applicable federal and state laws.

  • Maintenance of the highest level of professional and personal ethical behavior while attending AFPM meetings and forums.

  • Prevention of certain behaviors, including harassment, violence, intimidation and discrimination of any kind involving race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or, where applicable, veteran or marital status.

  • Assurance that conduct at all times and in all professional and personal dealings with each other and other attendees is with the highest level of integrity and courtesy.

  • Sharing of knowledge and expertise as speakers at AFPM educational events and sessions whenever practicable, without soliciting or explicitly promoting their own organization's products or services.

  • Working to instill public and consumer confidence in the petrochemical and refining industries, its member companies, and its professionals, avoiding any action conducive to discrediting members of AFPM.

  • Refraining from scheduling general attendance meetings, receptions or other events at times that conflict with substantive programming or social events at AFPM meetings without express written permission of AFPM.


Failure to abide by the Code may result, for the first offense, in informal censure of a company or individual by the AFPM Executive Committee. If violations of the Code continue after such an informal censure, a company may be subject to expulsion from AFPM, or an individual to exclusion from participation in AFPM activities, by the Board of Directors.

Entertainment Policy
We ask your cooperation in observing Association policy on activities held in conjunction with any AFPM meeting:

  • Meetings or social activities should not be scheduled that take registrants away from AFPM programs and AFPM-sponsored activities;

  • Any company sponsoring a function to which 25 or more people are invited should outline its plans for advance approval by AFPM. In general, such functions will be approved if they do not unduly take registrants away from AFPM-sponsored activities;

  • All representatives of companies sponsoring hospitality activities are expected to register for the meeting;

  • Hospitality suites are expected to close by 12:00 a.m.;

  • Food, beverage and service personnel (bartenders, hostesses, etc.) must be obtained through the hotel catering department;

  • Suite promotional activities are to avoid the use of elaborate entertainment, expensive door prizes, suite attendance solicitation by individuals who are not full-time employees of the sponsoring company, or other similar activities.

2022 International Petrochemical Conference

Sunday, March 27 - Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Grand Hyatt San Antonio
600 E. Market Street
San Antonio, TX 78205

Sponsorship Information

Show your support for the industry and get additional exposure at the conference by sponsoring at the International Petrochemical Conference.

Sponsorship opportunities are available.  Send an inquiry to sponsorships@afpm.org.

 

Click here to view the 2018 AFPM Sponsors.

Name Description Price
Diamond Level The Diamond Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 8 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table in the General Session/Luncheon - 60 minute Company Sponsored Content Session - Recognition in all pre-meeting email communications to attendees - 30 second company video to be played in the General Session - Company Email Distributed to all attendees $30,000 Select
Welcome Reception This signature event brings together all attendees for an evening of cocktails and networking. Its a perfect opportunity to have your company brand showcased as a leader in the industry. This included recognition in printed materials, onsite signage, ability to brand napkins or utilize other company branded items for the event. It also includes 8 complimentary registrations. $30,000 Select
Platinum Level - Nonmember The Platinum Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 6 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table during the General Session/Luncheon - 30 minute Sponsored Content Session - Recognition in all pre-meeting email communications to attendees $25,000 Select
Custom Room Keys - Nonmember All hotel guests receive your branded card upon check-in. Prime opportunity with maximum exposure to all attendees. In addition to the card, your sponsorship will be recognized in printed material. $22,500 Select
Custom Room Keys Hotel guests at the five properties will be given your company branded card upon check-in. The sponsorship includes a branded key card as well as recognition in the printed materials. $20,000 Select
Gold Level - Nonmember The Gold Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 4 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table during the General Session - 30 minute Sponsored Content Session $20,000 Select
Platinum Level The Platinum Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 6 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table during the General Session/Luncheon - 30 minute Sponsored Content Session - Recognition in all pre-meeting email communications to attendees $20,000 Select
Monday Networking Breaks - Nonmember Sponsor the networking breaks for Monday activities. In addition to the food & beverages offered, this sponsorship includes the ability to have a 6 ft table display during the day for your company. You may display collateral and utilize branded signage. This sponsorship will also be recognized in the printed materials. $17,500 Select
Tuesday Networking Breaks - Nonmember Sponsor the networking breaks for Tuesday activities. In addition to the food & beverages offered, this sponsorship includes the ability to have a 6 ft table display during the day for your company. You may display collateral and utilize branded signage. This sponsorship will also be recognized in the printed materials. $17,500 Select
Hotel Room Drop - Nonmembers A comprehensive package delivered to the attendees room during the Welcome Reception on Sunday evening. This allows your company the ability to get information into the hands of all attendees in the hotel room block. Material need to be approved by AFPM at least two weeks prior to the event. Items need to be received by Friday, March 24th. $15,000 Select
Leadership Luncheon Leadership event for those on the petrochemical committee and invited industry guests. Ability to invite 6 guests (including your staff). Logo table signs will be placed on the tables, recognition on the screen and in printed material. Ability to hand out collateral upon completion of the event. $15,000 Select
Monday Networking Breaks Sponsor the networking breaks for Monday activities. In addition to the food & beverages offered, this sponsorship includes the ability to have a 6 ft table display during the day for your company. You may display collateral and utilize branded signage. This sponsorship will also be recognized in the printed materials. $15,000 Select
Tuesday Networking Breaks Sponsor the networking breaks for Tuesday activities. In addition to the food & beverages offered, this sponsorship includes the ability to have a 6 ft table display during the day for your company. You may display collateral and utilize branded signage. This sponsorship will also be recognized in the printed materials. $15,000 Select
Gold Level The Gold Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 4 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show - Company Table during the General Session - 30 minute Sponsored Content Session $15,000 Select
Silver Level - Nonmember The Silver Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 2 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show $15,000 Select
Branding - Escalators Nonmember Company graphic branded on an escalator. Each escalator is priced separately. $14,500 Select
Hotel Room Drop A comprehensive package delivered to the attendees room during the Welcome Reception on Sunday evening. This allows your company the ability to get information into the hands of all attendees in the hotel room block. Material need to be approved by AFPM at least two weeks prior to the event. Items need to be received by Friday, March 25th. $12,500 Select
Branding - Escalators Company graphic branded on an escalator. Each escalator is priced separately. $12,000 Select
Bronze Level - Nonmember The Bronze Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 1 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page $10,000 Select
Silver Level The Silver Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 2 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page - Onsite Meter Board (3x8) sign with company graphic - Digital Ad in the Daily Alert in the 2 weeks prior to the show $10,000 Select
Branding - Windows Nonmembers Company graphic branded on select windows/glass panels around the meeting floor. $7,000 Select
Podcasts - Nonmember Work with our media supporters to produce a "live, on-site" podcast that will be share across the International Petrochemical Conference attendees and subscribers. This opportunity ranges from 3-7 minutes worth of targeted questions to describe and highlight your product or service. $7,000 Select
Sunday Networking Break Securing space for coffee bar and virtual reality demonstration area. Coffee bar, virtual reality company, internet and floor graphics to be secured by the client through AFPM contacts. 1 complimentary registration. $6,000 Select
Session Sponsors - Nonmember Sponsoring a session includes recognition in the printed material, a 30 second company video to be played at the beginning of the session, recognition from the moderator and on-site signage. $6,000 Select
Branding - On-site Meter Board Advertisement Non-Member A large meter board (3' x 8') advertisement placed in high traffic areas of the meeting floor is a perfect way to capture brand awareness and recognition with our attendees. $5,500 Select
Bronze Level The Bronze Sponsorship Level includes: - Advanced Attendee List - Post Show Attendee List - Recognition in the General Session - Sponsor Ribbon on Badges - Sponsor logo on signage - 1 Complimentary Registration - Logo on meeting page $5,000 Select
Branding - Windows Company graphic branded on select windows/glass panels around the meeting floor. $4,500 Select
Branding - Elevators Nonmembers Description: Company graphic branded on the exterior of the elevator banks. Each elevator includes two doors. $4,500 Select
Podcasts Work with our media supporters to produce a "live, on-site" podcast that will be share across the International Petrochemical Conference attendees and subscribers. This opportunity ranges from 3-7 minutes worth of targeted questions to describe and highlight your product or service. $4,500 Select
Session Sponsors Sponsoring a session includes recognition in the printed material, a 30 second company video to be played at the beginning of the session, recognition from the moderator and on-site signage. $3,500 Select
Branding - On-site Meter Board Advertisement A large meter board (3' x 8') advertisement placed in high traffic areas of the meeting floor is a perfect way to capture brand awareness and recognition with our attendees. $3,000 Select
Branding - Elevators Description: Company graphic branded on the exterior of the elevator banks. Each elevator includes two doors. $2,000 Select