The Arab Fertilizer Association (AFA) is organizing a specialized technical workshop that will bring together industry experts, decision-makers, and professionals to discuss the latest technological developments and practical solutions that can enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs and emissions, and strengthen the competitiveness of fertilizer plants. The workshop will take place from 1–3 December 2026, for the first time in Liège, Belgium, under the theme: FERTILIZERS RE-ENGINEERED: Innovating Processes for a Low-Carbon High-Performance Future Over three days of in-depth technical discussions and practical knowledge exchange, the workshop will focus on how innovation and the latest technological developments can be translated into applicable solutions that improve performance, increase productivity, address operational challenges, and support sustainability across the fertilizer industry. Key Workshop Themes The program will cover the latest production and processing technologies, as well as approaches to improving efficiency, quality, and reducing losses.
🔹 Low-Carbon Fertilizers: Exploring modern pathways and technologies for more sustainable production, with lower energy consumption and reduced emissions.
🔹 Ammonia, Urea, Nitric Acid, Nitrates, and Related Products: Advanced solutions to improve processes, increase operational reliability, and enhance production efficiency.
🔹 Catalysts and Industrial Technologies: Reviewing innovations that can improve plant performance, increase productivity, and extend equipment operating life.
🔹 Phosphate, Potash, and Specialty High-Efficiency Fertilizers: Processing technologies and value-added solutions designed to meet the requirements of modern agriculture and evolving markets.
🔹 Energy, Resources, and Emissions Reduction: Practical strategies to optimize resource use, reduce carbon footprint, and achieve more efficient and sustainable industrial performance.
🔹 Latest Technological Developments: Reviewing recent innovations in fertilizer technology, assessing their readiness for industrial application, and exploring how they can support the development of existing plants and new projects.
🔹 Operational Problem-Solving: Addressing recurring faults and bottlenecks across production units, analyzing their root causes, and discussing practical solutions based on field experience to reduce unplanned shutdowns and improve operational reliability. Technical Visit to a Specialized Research & Development Centre The workshop will conclude with a technical visit to a specialized research and development centre, providing participants with first-hand exposure to R&D activities, the latest technologies and innovations, and direct discussions with experts on the future of fertilizer production and its practical applications. Register now and be part of the dialogue shaping the next generation of the fertilizer industry.
