HE Dr Sultan Al Jaber and Sam Altman highlight energy, AI and investment priorities at ADIPEC 2026 opening

At ADIPEC 2026, H.E. Dr Sultan Al Jaber outlined how the global energy industry must fundamentally re-evaluate its approach to secure energy supply, particularly after disruptions exposed vulnerabilities in international supply chains. He presented five steps for industry resilience, including a focus on "operational intelligence" through "intelligent energy systems" designed to anticipate risk and optimize performance.

Dr. Al Jaber reported that ADNOC's own preparedness was not a reactive measure but the result of a long-standing modernization strategy. This foresight, he claimed, encompassed integrated trading, investment in personnel, advanced logistics, and the development of XRG's global portfolio across gas, chemicals, and energy solutions.

The culmination of ADNOC's strategy, according to Dr. Al Jaber, is an "end-to-end AI-enabled operating model." This model is described as being built to meet rising demand by ensuring customers receive products "when they need it, where they need it." This suggests AI is integrated across the company's operations to enhance responsiveness and efficiency in a volatile market environment.