Engineering, Oil and Gas

Training Course: Global Petrochemical Industry: Sections and Modules


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EN236043

2 - 6 Nov 2025

Istanbul (Turkey)

Hotel : DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Esentepe

Cost : 6500 € Euro

Introduction

The petrochemical industry is at the heart of countless products and sectors, from plastics and packaging to automotive and agriculture. Understanding its complex structure is crucial for professionals aiming to thrive in this dynamic global market. The "Global Petrochemical Industry: Sections and Modules" training program, developed by Global Horizon Training Center, provides participants with a well-rounded insight into the industry’s value chain, operational modules, market dynamics, and key challenges.

This course is particularly designed to be accessible to both technical and non-technical professionals, including participants from Marketing, Sales, and Business Development departments. Through this program, attendees will gain essential industry knowledge to enhance their strategic and operational effectiveness in the petrochemical sector.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the structure and value chain of the global petrochemical industry.

  • Identify the main modules of petrochemical production and operations.

  • Recognize key raw materials, products, and processes in petrochemicals.

  • Link petrochemical operations to market trends, supply chains, and consumer products.

  • Analyze global trends, challenges, and sustainability issues impacting the industry.

  • Communicate more effectively with technical teams, clients, and stakeholders.

  • Strengthen marketing and sales strategies based on technical product knowledge.

Course Methodology

The course employs a multi-disciplinary and interactive approach that includes:

  • Expert-led presentations and visual learning tools

  • Group discussions and structured Q&A sessions

  • Case studies from global petrochemical hubs

  • Real-life product flow examples from feedstock to consumer goods

  • Mapping exercises for supply chain and value chain understanding

  • Hands-on interpretation of petrochemical flow diagrams and product categories

Organizational Impact

The program delivers the following organizational benefits:

  • Enhanced alignment between technical and commercial departments

  • More informed marketing strategies rooted in product and process understanding

  • Increased cross-functional collaboration and communication

  • Better alignment with customer demands and market positioning

  • Enhanced talent development for future leadership in the energy sector

Target Audience

This course is ideal for professionals working in:

  • Marketing and Sales in petrochemical or downstream oil & gas sectors

  • Business development and strategic planning

  • Supply chain, logistics, and procurement

  • Plant operations and project management (junior level)

  • Financial analysts and investment professionals in the energy sector

  • Regulatory and compliance professionals working with industrial products

Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to the Petrochemical Industry

  • Overview of the global petrochemical landscape

  • Role of petrochemicals in modern life and global economy

  • Feedstock sources: Natural gas, naphtha, and other derivatives

  • Key players, markets, and global trade flows

  • Petrochemical vs. chemical vs. oil & gas industry

Day 2: Petrochemical Production Modules

  • Primary building blocks: Ethylene, Propylene, Benzene, Toluene, Xylene (BTX)

  • Cracking process (Steam and Catalytic Cracking)

  • Olefins and aromatics: Structure, uses, and production pathways

  • Introduction to downstream modules and derivatives

Day 3: Product Value Chains and Applications

  • Polymers: Polyethylene, polypropylene, PVC, polystyrene

  • Intermediates and derivatives: MEG, MTBE, styrene, PTA

  • Fertilizers, synthetic rubbers, solvents, and fibers

  • Application sectors: Packaging, automotive, textiles, agriculture

  • Value chain mapping exercise: From feedstock to end-use

Day 4: Operations, Infrastructure, and Economics

  • Overview of petrochemical plant operations and logistics

  • Storage, transportation, and export mechanisms

  • Understanding product economics and margin analysis

  • Refinery integration and its impact on petrochemicals

  • Energy intensity and process sustainability challenges

Day 5: Trends, Strategy, and Business Integration

  • Petrochemical market outlook: Growth drivers and regions

  • Sustainability and circular economy in petrochemicals

  • Recycling and bio-based chemicals: Opportunities and constraints

  • Strategic positioning: How marketing connects with operations

  • Case study: Product innovation and marketing alignment

Engineering, Oil and Gas

Training Course: Global Petrochemical Industry: Sections and Modules


Register Now
Quick Inquiry
Discount Group Download Brochure  

EN236043

2 - 6 Nov 2025

Istanbul (Turkey) - DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Esentepe

Hotel : DoubleTree by Hilton Istanbul Esentepe

Cost: 6500 € Euro


  About Istanbul

Few places compare to the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Istanbul, whose enormous size straddles both Europe and Asia, forming a bridge between western and eastern cultures. Resting upon the natural harbor of the Golden Horn, the skyline of the once-Constantinople is pierced with minarets and ancient monuments that embody centuries of history. While it is brimming with historical landmarks and colorful markets, modern Istanbul is also well represented through its contemporary art scene, European-style café culture, world-class dining venues.


  Things to do and places to visit in Istanbul

Istanbul is teeming with attractions and landmarks from historic sights and unique cuisine to lively markets and unmistakable culture. It is a thriving city, with a myriad of things to do that skillfully manage to blend every aspect of both the contemporary and the historical world.

On a city break in Istanbul be sure to:

  • Visit a hammam, a traditional Turkish bath, whose origins date back to Roman times.
  • Marvel at the Hagia Sophia, Süleymaniye Mosque and Blue Mosque, Istanbul's most spectacular monuments that dominate the skyline.
  • Explore the Topkapi Palace Museum, one of Istanbul's most visited museums, home to over 80,000 artifacts.
  • Walk through the Basilica Cistern, an underground marvel built in the 4th century.
  • Be dazzled by the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets.
  • Go shopping for exotic products and Turkish delights in the Spice Bazaar.
  • Cross the bridge connecting Europe and Asia against the backdrop of the Bosphorus, or take a Bosphorus cruise.
  • Taste the diversity and flavor of Turkish cuisine.
  • Admire panoramas of the city from the Galata Tower.
  • Walk through Taksim Square, the city's dynamic square that never sleeps.
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