Downstream Podcast Series
Podcast with Ignazio Arces, Head of Refinery Asset Management, Energy Evolution and Transformation, Eni
Published on the 22nd September 2023

In this captivating episode, we are privileged to be joined by a distinguished guest: Ignazio Arces, Head of Refinery Asset Management, Energy Evolution and Transformation at Eni, alongside Sandil Sanmugam, the Portfolio Director of our flagship conference – ERTC, as we prepare for the much-anticipated 2023 edition.
During this enlightening conversation, they delve deep into a range of topics that hold immense significance in the world of refining and downstream. They begin by shedding light on the pivotal role played by biorefining in shaping the future of the energy sector and highlighting the delicate balance of the refining ecosystem and the multifaceted challenges faced by the industry.
As we peer into the future, the conversation takes an intriguing turn as our experts anticipate and analyse potential changes on the horizon for the downstream sector. Looking toward emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and evolving market dynamics, they provide invaluable perspectives on how these changes may impact the industry in the years ahead.
To hear more about Eni, join us at ERTC in Lago Maggiore, Italy where Ignazio and hundreds in the downstream industry will be gathering for 4 days of content.

13 – 16 November 2023 | Lago Maggiore, Italy
THE LARGEST GATHERING OF REFINING AND PETROCHEMICAL LEADERSHIP WITHIN EUROPE
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Our Downstream Podcast series exists to help the downstream oil and gas industry share knowledge, with a focus on new technology and in particular technology that improves efficiency and increases plant productivity.
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