As Saudi Arabia continues to invest in industrial development, smart infrastructure, and digital transformation across sectors—from energy and manufacturing to utilities and transport—Operational Technology (OT) has become a critical pillar for achieving Vision 2030 goals. The Saudi OT Conference 2026 will bring together industrial leaders, government regulators, OT engineers, cybersecurity experts, and technology providers to explore the challenges and opportunities surrounding OT systems.While we recognize that the Eastern Province and Jubail Industrial City host the Kingdom’s largest plants and major players in the downstream and oil sectors, we have chosen Riyadh as the venue for this year’s edition to provide a strategic breakout environment. Hosting the event in the capital city encourages delegates to step away from their daily operational routines and engage deeply in focused dialogue, networking, and learning in a neutral and stimulating setting.This two-day conference will focus on building resilient, secure, and future-ready OT environments, offering expert insights, practical strategies, and real-world case studies from Saudi Arabia, the GCC, and beyond.
Key Topics to Be Covered:
- Convergence of IT & OT: Managing Complexity in Industrial Environments
- OT Cybersecurity and Threat Intelligence
- Critical Infrastructure Resilience & Incident Response
- SCADA, ICS & IIoT Security: Best Practices
- OT Risk Management, Compliance & Regulatory Frameworks
- Zero Trust Architecture in OT Networks
- OT Asset Visibility, Monitoring & Lifecycle Management
- AI & Predictive Maintenance in Industrial Operations
- Building the Next Generation of OT Talent
- Digital Twins, Simulation & Operational Efficiency
- OT Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
- Case Studies from Aramco, SABIC, SEC, Maaden, RCJY & Global Innovators
Who Should Attend:
- Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
- OT Managers and Engineers
- SCADA and ICS Specialists
- Industrial Automation Experts
- Cybersecurity Analysts
- Risk and Compliance Officers
- Regulators and Policy Makers
- Technology Solution Providers
- Industrial & Utility Sector Executives
- Smart City & Infrastructure Planners
Key Benefits of Attending:
- Gain actionable insights to secure and modernize OT systems
- Understand Saudi and GCC OT cybersecurity regulations
- Network with industry leaders and OT technology providers
- Learn from real-world OT breach and response scenarios
- Explore innovations in smart industrial systems
