Date

January 21, 2026

Venue

Riyadh Marriott, KSA

Advisory Board

mefpu 2025

Advisory Board Members

Miro Donabedian

GM IP Harwal Polymer
Interplast

Nabil Shahin

MD, AC, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute

Steven Pacitti

Editor, Urethanes Technology International

Shubham Trivedi

Regional Commercial Leader, Momentive

Ravinder Puri

Vice President
Taj Chem

Ali Ihsan Cetiner

CEO
AlexForm

Ashutosh Joshi

BDM – Middle East & North Africa, Bostik

Mr Tobias Spyra

Executive Director - Aromatics and Polyurethanes EMEA, OPIS, A Dow Jones Company

Mr Spyra works as the Executive Director for polyurethane feedstocks and aromatics in the EMEA region for Chemical Market Analytics since 2016. As a key resource within CMA for understanding and providing insights into the petrochemical industry, he works closely with the oil and petchem as well as financial industries. Prior to joining CMA, he worked in the chemical industry in various sales, marketing and global business management roles at IHS, Ineos, Innovene and BP.

Nabil Shahin

Managing Director, AC, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute

Mr. Nabil Shahin brings over 25 years of experience in the HVAC industry, having held senior technical and commercial leadership roles with leading global HVAC companies. His expertise spans product R&D, design, testing, manufacturing, and marketing, with a strong focus on energy efficiency and regulatory compliance.

He possesses in-depth knowledge of international HVAC technologies, standards, and policies across the US, Europe, and the MENA region, and maintains direct engagement with key regulatory and government bodies. Mr. Shahin holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tennessee State University, USA.

Steven Pacitti

Editor, Urethanes Technology International

Moutassem Ahmed

Country Manager ‑ KSA
Kingspan Insulated Panels Manufacturing LLC

A Country Manager KSA at Kingspan insulated Panels with 25 years’ experience in large-scale industrial and projects across KSA.

Mr. Ravinder Puri

Vice President – Polyurethane Division, Taj Al Mulook (Tajchem)

Ravinder Puri serves as the Vice President of the Polyurethane Division at Taj Al Mulook (Tajchem), a leading chemical distributor across the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region. With over a decade of experience in the polyurethane and specialty chemicals sector, he plays a pivotal leadership role in driving commercial growth, technical innovation, and strategic partnerships across key industries such as insulation, construction, automotive, and general manufacturing.

Recognized for his deep understanding of polyurethane systems, Ravinder bridges product innovation with evolving market needs. At Tajchem, he leads regional business development, manages key customer relationships, and oversees a dynamic, multinational team — all while collaborating closely with global partners to deliver sustainable, high-performance solutions tailored to the region’s demands.

His global outlook, shaped by extensive experience across the EMEA region, enables him to effectively navigate diverse commercial environments and contribute to Tajchem’s international growth.

Founded in 1989, Taj Al Mulook (Tajchem) ranks among the top 10 chemical distributors in the MEA region. The company continues to expand its footprint into Latin America and Europe, delivering high-quality chemicals and raw materials to manufacturers through strategic vision, committed leadership, and tailored customer-focused solutions

Khaled EL Khayat

Baalbaki Chemical Industries (BCI)

Khaled joined Baalbaki Chemical Industries (BCI) in 1996 and currently serves as Managing Director of BCI Arabia for Industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Between 2019 and 2021, he was the Commercial Director, overseeing Business Development and Key Accounts Management.

With nearly three decades of experience in the polyurethane industry, Khaled has led major operations across the region. In 2005, he established BCI’s first rigid polyurethane system in the UAE. From 2008 to 2015, he served as General Manager of BCI Gulf’s polyurethane system house. Most recently, in 2024, he established BCI’s state-of-the-art rigid system house in Riyadh, with an annual production capacity of 40,000 metric tons.

Khaled’s expertise spans production, processing, development, and sales across nearly all polyurethane segments, including rigid, flexible, footwear, coatings, and adhesives — from formulation to finished products. He is also experienced in upstream businesses, including aromatic and aliphatic polyesters and isoprepolymers for rigid systems, elastomers, and coatings.

He has worked extensively across markets in the GCC, the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Khaled holds a Bachelor of Science in Analytical and Industrial Chemistry, graduated with distinction from Beirut Arab University, Lebanon and has completed numerous advanced technical trainings and executive education programs at the American University of Beirut, Lebanon and other leading business institutes, focusing on finance, strategy, leadership, and sustainability.

Ashutosh Joshi

Business Development Manager – Middle East & North Africa, Bostik

Ashutosh Joshi is the Business Development Manager – Middle East & North Africa at Bostik, with 22 years of experience in the construction industry. A specialist in construction chemicals, he focuses on sealing, bonding, and wall & floor solutions across the MENA region. At Bostik, Ashutosh leads regional business development, overseeing supply chain, sales, and customer support while driving strategic partnerships and market responsiveness. He is also spearheading efforts to establish a regional manufacturing facility. Previously, he held key roles including Regional Business Development Manager (EMEA) at Sika AG and Managing Director – Qatar at ParexGroup, where he led manufacturing and sales. Ashutosh holds a B.Tech in Civil Engineering from Punjab University and an MBA in International Business from Madonna University. Outside work, he enjoys traveling and exploring the world by road.