On behalf of the Bahrain Society of Engineers and the Gulf Engineering Union, I am pleased to welcome you to the 26th Gulf Engineering Forum, which is honored by the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Deputy Prime Minister. This forum is highlighted by the Energy Management Conference and Exhibition, which focuses on the important topic of “Energy transition challenges”

This conference focuses on the fundamental transformations facing the GCC countries in the energy sector. We are fully aware that fossil fuels have been a major driver of our economic growth, but our pursuit of a sustainable future requires a transition to environmentally friendly renewable energy sources. This energy transition journey requires us to find the right balance between energy security and sustainability. We realize that this balance represents a shared responsibility that falls on all of us. We must strive to promote sustainable economic growth, adhere to our environmental responsibility, while ensuring reliable and safe energy supplies. To navigate the complexities of the energy transition, we must actively pursue innovative solutions and collaborative efforts in adopting renewable sources, developing efficient infrastructure, and ensuring a smooth industrial transition.

The 26th Gulf Engineering Forum represents a vital platform for knowledge exchange, cooperation and innovation. It brings together an elite group of engineers, industry leaders and policy makers from the Gulf region and beyond, to engage in a serious dialogue about the complex challenges and broad opportunities facing us on our journey towards sustainable energy.