LARTC 2026 – Latin American Refining Technology Conference with Sulzer

The Latin American Refining Technology Conference (LARTC) is the leading downstream refining event in Latin America, bringing together the region’s refining community for three days of in‑depth knowledge exchange and strategic dialogue. LARTC 2026 will return to Buenos Aires, providing a central meeting point for refiners, policymakers, technology licensors, EPCs, and solution providers.

As the only conference in Latin America where all major regional refiners come together, LARTC offers a unique platform for collaboration, benchmarking, and insight into the future of the downstream sector.

LARTC 2026 combines technical depth with strategic perspective, featuring:

• Hands‑on technical workshops

• Technical presentations and case studies

• Strategic panel discussions

• High‑value networking opportunities

The conference agenda addresses the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing Latin American refiners, including:

• Refinery process technologies (distillation, conversion, upgrading)

• Energy efficiency and margin optimisation

• Feedstock flexibility and residue processing

• Hydrogen management and integration

• Digitalisation, APC, and data‑driven operations

• Reliability, maintenance, and turnaround strategies

• Decarbonisation pathways, including CCUS and low‑carbon fuels

• Regulatory and policy developments impacting the region

LARTC plays a critical role in supporting the Latin American refining industry by:

• Providing exclusive access to regional decision‑makers

• Enabling cross‑border collaboration among refiners and technology providers

• Sharing practical solutions and lessons learned from operating refineries

• Offering insights into how refineries can remain competitive while adapting to energy transition pressures

  
  

Held in Buenos Aires, LARTC 2026 offers a strategic vantage point for understanding both regional market dynamics and global refining trends.

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