Asia Ascending: Innovation, Collaboration, and Leadership in a Changing Global Lubricants Landscape

We warmly invite you to submit presentation proposals for the ALIA Annual Meeting 2026. We welcome insights, case studies, and forward-looking perspectives that contribute to advancing knowledge and collaboration across the lubricants value chain.

Focus Areas

Technology & Innovation

Asia-based R&D, new lubricant technologies for EVs, hybrids, and high-efficiency industrial systems.

Sustainability & Energy Transition

Low-carbon lubricants, circularity, re-refining, and government–industry collaboration.

Regulatory & Policy Developments

Emerging standards, compliance, and their impact on markets and operations.

Digitalisation & Industry Transformation

AI, IoT, predictive maintenance, digital twins, and data-driven customer solutions.

Market Outlook & Global Expansion

“Asia beyond Asia” – opportunities in the Middle East, Africa, and other growth regions.

Collaboration & Leadership

OEM partnerships, joint ventures, and cross-border R&D or innovation initiatives.

Abstract Submission Guidelines

  • Abstract length: 250–300 words
  • Presentation format: 20-minute presentation + Q&A (final format to be confirmed by the Programme Committee)
  • Submission deadline: 31 December 2025
  • Submission email: durre.hassan@asianlubricants.org
  • Proposed presentation title
  • Speaker name, job title, and organisation
  • Short speaker bio (50–80 words)
  • Indication of which focus area(s) the proposal fits