Middle Eastern Base Oils and Lubricants Conference

ICIS In-Person Base Oils Training Course Series

Master the base oils business with expert-led training

In a rapidly evolving market, understanding the complexities of base oils is essential for staying ahead. The ICIS Base Oils Training Course Series offers in-depth, in-person learning designed to enhance your technical expertise and market knowledge.

Led by globally recognised experts, this two-part series delivers a fast-paced blend of technical insights and strategic business intelligence, helping professionals at all levels from senior management to refining, sales, and marketing to make informed decisions with confidence.

Why Attend?

Gain a complete overview of the base oils value chain, from market trends to supply and demand forecasting
Learn from industry experts with over 30 years of experience in refining, manufacturing, and market analysis
Engage in real-world profitability exercises, pricing mechanisms, and market forecasting
Understand key industry shifts, including the impact of electric vehicles, gas-to-liquids base oils, and sustainability trends
Whether you are new to base oils or looking for deeper insights, this course equips you with the essential knowledge and analytical skills to navigate the market effectively

Two-part training series

Base oils I: fundamentals of the base oils business

Understand the purpose of API base oil groups versus their real-world applications today
Learn the original base oil manufacturing routes and how hybrid fuels and base oil hydrocracking will impact future profitability
Explore base oil demand linked to finished lubricants and process oils
Assess disruptive market factors, including electric vehicles and gas-to-liquids base oils

Base oils II: quality drivers, forecasting, and global profitability

Examine why engine oil quality is critical across the entire base oils industry
Take part in a profitability exercise comparing group I, II, and III base oil plants
Gain insights into pricing mechanisms and forecasting strategies
Analyse ongoing trends, including base oil hydroprocessing, re-refined and bio-based base oils, and group V synthetics

Meet the expert trainers

Gain insights from globally recognised experts with decades of experience in base oils refining, market strategy, and technical innovation. Learn from industry leaders shaping the future of the base oils sector.

Amy Claxton – CEO, My Energy

A registered professional chemical engineer with 35 years of experience, Amy specializes in base oil refining technology, supply forecasting, and profitability analysis. She has worked with Dow Chemical, Exxon, and ExxonMobil and served as Exxon’s corporate base oil liaison during the Exxon–Mobil merger.

Geeta Agashe – Managing Partner, My Energy

A globally recognised expert in lubricants, base stocks, additives, and synthetic oils, Geeta has advised leading industry players on market strategy, supply chain management, and emerging trends. Previously, she led Kline & Company’s global energy practice for 19 years.

Dr. H. Ernest Henderson – President, K&E Petroleum Consulting, LLC

With a PhD in chemistry and 45 years in the industry, Dr. Henderson is a leading authority on group I-IV base oils. He has held leadership roles at Imperial Oil, Exxon, Petro-Canada, and CITGO, specializing in research, marketing, logistics, and technical services.

Invest in your knowledge. Secure your spot today

Enhance your expertise with in-person training held ahead of our global base oils conferences. Choose your preferred location and gain the knowledge you need to navigate the market with confidence

Base Oils In-person Training Course Series

$1,445 per course
$2,890 for the series (+applicable taxes)

13-14 October 2025 | Park Hyatt | Dubai, UAE

20th ICIS Middle Eastern Base Oils and Lubricants Conference